2013 NFL Draft

National Football Post: Fisher is not a rare OT prospect such as Orlando Pace, but he is the best OT prospect in this year's draft. He is a great fit for the Chiefs because of his elite athleticism that allows him to protect the edge. He can also block with leverage and has a genuine nasty and aggressive attitude. He will be a highly productive starting OT for Kansas City in time, but will struggle some as a rookie making the jump from the MAC to the NFL.

National Football Post: The Jaguars make the safe pick, selecting Joeckel. He is a top-level athlete with the quickness to slide out to protect the corner and the agility to redirect and slide back inside to handle quick, inside pass-rush moves. He has the talent to start at LT immediately. Paired with Eugene Monroe, the Jaguars should have two very good OT's in 2013 to protect whomever plays QB.

National Football Post: The Dolphins make the bold move to trade up with the Raiders to select Jordan, who is the most dynamic and versatile defender in the draft. Jordan is no doubt a special pass rusher, but his great play off the ball in pass coverage is what makes him so valuable. Pairing Jordan with Cameron Wake gives Miami two special pass rushers.

National Football Post: The Eagles make a smart move by selecting Johnson to give them an excellent right tackle for 2013. In addition, if left tackle Jason Peters has any issues with his Achilles' injury, Johnson can slide over and handle the left tackle spot. A former junior college quarterback, Johnson has added weight and developed into an outstanding college left tackle in only his second season playing offensive line.

National Football Post: The Lions make a bold and risky move selecting Ansah. After starting only nine games in his BYU career, Ansah has remarkable physical talent. With great height, long arms and natural, explosive athleticism, he can jolt and drive blockers back into the quarterback's lap. He needs to improve his technique and pass-rush moves, but his athletic talent is almost unparalleled.

National Football Post: While some considered the Browns to be in the market for a cornerback, the move to select Mingo is the right one for their defense. He has the mobility to pressure the quarterback and immediately improves their newly installed 3-4 defense.

National Football Post: The Cardinals make a smart move to upgrade their offensive line by selecting Cooper. A tremendous athlete, Cooper excels at blocking out in space. He can pull and lead block on outside runs and can drive defensive linemen down the line on down/side blocks.

National Football Post: In dire need of a big-play offensive weapon, the Rams make the bold move of grabbing Austin. Without question the most dynamic offensive player in the draft, Austin gives Sam Bradford and the Rams the target they thought they were acquiring when they took receiver Brian Quick in the second round a year ago. Do not be shocked when Austin is among the league leaders in combined yardage in 2013.

National Football Post: After trading Darrelle Revis to Tampa Bay, the Jets fill his spot in the secondary with Milliner. A muscular and well-built cornerback, Milliner is productive playing press man coverage because he can twist his hips to turn and run without losing a step and has the speed to stay with receivers downfield. Milliner also shines playing off the ball and in zone coverage. He likely will be the Jets' best cornerback by the end of 2013.

National Football Post: The best guard in the draft, Warmack has the strength to physically dominate opponents once he gets his hands on them and easily gets movement on in-line run blocks. Not only good in the running game, Warmack is an excellent pass blocker who blocks with a great base and stops pass rushers in their tracks consistently.

National Football Post: After all the issues with since-released LT Jared Gaither in 2012, the Chargers make a smart move by selecting one of the safest picks in the first round. Fluker is a massive man who is light on his feet and will step in as a starting tackle. He has the strength to be a dominant run blocker and once he gets his hands on a pass rusher, he can eliminate them from the play.

National Football Post: In an amazing comeback story, Hayden is drafted in the first round after nearly dying in November because of an injury in practice. A quick and explosive athlete with the ability to change directions in a flash, Hayden also has the speed to stay with fast receivers on deep routes. This is a great pick. Hayden will be an excellent starting cornerback and one of the most inspirational stories in the league.

National Football Post: The Jets needed pass-rushing help, so they grab the most explosive off-the-ball interior defensive lineman in the draft. Richardson plays with a passion and intensity that is hard to find and constantly makes plays chasing down ball carriers all over the field. Not only productive against the run, his ability to break through the line allows him to consistently disrupt plays in the backfield. His athleticism and drive will help him play both defensive end spots in the Jets' 3-4 defense.

National Football Post: With two good young defensive ends in Charles Johnson and Greg Hardy already on the team, the Panthers add Star Lotulelei to give them a dominant interior player. His combination of elite playing strength, explosiveness off the ball and speed chasing down ball carriers makes him the most versatile and dominant defensive tackle in the draft. This move could make the Panthers' defense one of the better units in the league.

National Football Post: With Malcolm Jenkins starting at one safety spot, the Saints select Vaccaro to give them two elite safeties. Vaccaro is the rare safety who excels against the run and is outstanding in pass coverage. Most impressive is Vaccaro's ability to cover slot receivers and tight ends. His addition gives the Saints great back-end defense and versatility because their two safeties are now interchangeable.

National Football Post: The Bills make the boldest move of the draft with their selection of Manuel. A strong-armed quarterback with a very quick release, Manuel will have no trouble throwing the ball through the winds in Buffalo. In addition to having elite passing ability, Manuel has the athleticism to make big plays with his legs and can handle running the run-option offense that has become a huge part of the NFL.

National Football Post: After struggling to pressure the quarterback in 2012 and getting rid of outside linebacker James Harrison, the Steelers grab Jones to fill the void. A strong and powerful pass rusher with the burst to beat offensive tackles around the corner and the speed to close on quarterbacks, Jones has the talent to be an impact edge rusher. Playing opposite of LaMarr Woodley will improve the Steelers' pass rush and likely help Woodley get back to his previous high level of production.

National Football Post: With safety Dashon Goldson now in Tampa Bay, the 49ers replace him with the uber athletic Reid. Quick in run support, Reid can get down and make violent tackles out in space. He also has the speed to get out to the sideline to help cornerbacks in over-the-top coverage and cover tight ends in man coverage. If he becomes more consistent, he could be a regular in the Pro Bowl.

National Football Post: The Giants make a surprising pick by selecting Pugh. Blessed with good feet, flexibility and agility, he makes sliding and shuffling to protect the corner against speed rushers look easy. Not a dominating in-line run blocker, he does a good job of making solid, positional run blocks and excels in getting out and blocking in space. This pick is typical of the Giants. They do not worry about the measurables as many NFL teams do, which allows them to overlook Pugh's shorter than ideal arms (31 1/2 inches).

National Football Post: The Bears made a bad choice selecting Long in the first round because he is a long way from being a quality starting lineman. While he's quick and explosive, Long is stiff in the hips and too often bends at the waist to try to make blocks. He is going to need to greatly improve his technique to ever justify being a first-round selection.

National Football Post: For QB Andy Dalton to continue to develop, he needs more weapons. Adding the best tight end in the draft does just that. Quick acceleration and top end playing speed enable Eifert to easily get separation down the seam. With great height, long arms and natural hands, Eifert makes adjusting to the ball to make tough catches look easy. Eifert reminds a lot of observers of Saints tight end Jimmy Graham, and he could impact the Bengals' offense in the same way.

National Football Post: The Falcons address a big need with the selection of Trufant after cutting CB Dunta Robinson and losing CB Brent Grimes to free agency. Trufant is a very smooth, fluid athlete with great ball skills. For a cornerback who is willing to come up and defend the run, he also excels in coverage because of his excellent instincts and awareness.

National Football Post: The Vikings get very good value with the selection of Floyd. He is quick, athletic and able to consistently get gap penetration and disrupt plays in the backfield. He is highly competitive, making plays by chasing ball carriers down field. With defensive tackle Kevin Williams nearing the end of a great career, Floyd is the long-term replacement.

National Football Post: The addition of Werner to the Colts' front seven gives them a tremendous player to play outside linebacker in their 3-4 scheme. He is a naturally powerful athlete who competes whistle to whistle and has outstanding technique for a player with such little playing experience. He is vastly underrated from an athletic perspective and has the tools to be a double-digit sack man.

National Football Post: The Vikings fill another need with Rhodes. He is a very big, imposing cornerback with excellent press-coverage skills who fills the hole left by the departure of Antoine Winfield. Rhodes has enough size to play against the bigger wide receivers in the NFC North and possesses the foot speed to stay with the slot types as well. Unlike many cornerbacks who don't like to hit, Rhodes will step up and deliver big hits while defending the run.

National Football Post: The Packers add an impact defensive end in Jones. A strong and powerful player, Jones' ability to jolt and defeat pass blockers is remarkable. He proved his pass-rush ability by beating Eric Fisher repeatedly during Senior Bowl practices. Not only productive rushing the passer, Jones lined up all over the defensive line at UCLA. Do not be shocked when Jones has 10-plus sacks as a rookie.

National Football Post: After years of passing on receivers in the first round, the Texans finally get a big-play target to play opposite of Andre Johnson. A strong and physical receiver, Hopkins' ability to get up the field quickly after the catch, run through tackles and gain yards after contact makes him a threat every time he touches the ball. While he is not a blazer, Hopkins has deceptive acceleration and playing speed to get separation on deep routes. He also has the hands and body control to make tough catches over cornerbacks.

National Football Post: As the Broncos continue trying to upgrade their defense, they get great value with Williams. A massive defensive tackle with explosive quickness off the ball, Williams consistently is able to drive offensive linemen into the backfield to blow up plays behind the line. Unlike many 320-plus pounders, Williams has the speed to make plays in pursuit and consistently plays until the whistle.

National Football Post: After trading Percy Harvin, the Vikings replace him with the receiver with the best combination of size, strength and speed in the draft. Few big receivers in the NFL possess Patterson's explosive open-field running ability, which makes him a legit touchdown threat every time he touches the ball. While there are concerns about his ability to handle the complexities of an NFL playbook, if used correctly he could be the big play weapon the Vikings desperately need.

National Football Post: In 2012, the Rams took a gamble on cornerback Janoris Jenkins, who had character issues, and now they gamble on another player with character concerns. Ogletree is the most explosive and athletic inside linebacker in the draft and has the talent to be a top-tier player. However, he was not able to stay out of trouble at Georgia and will need to mature. With James Laurinaitis entrenched at middle linebacker, Ogletree will likely play outside.

National Football Post: Clearly the Cowboys wanted to add a physically dominant interior lineman and that describes Frederick. He is not a top athlete, but he is a functional player who uses his physical ability to dominate his man at the point of attack. He makes stopping power rushers look easy and gets movement on in-line run blocks with surprising ease. He started at guard and center at Wisconsin, so he could start at either spot for the Cowboys.

National Football Post: With Ed Reed no longer patrolling the back end of their defense, the Ravens make a risky move in selecting the undersized Elam. A naturally instinctive defender, Elam reads and reacts to the play quickly and flies around the field making violent hits. While there are major concerns about his ability in coverage, there is no doubt he will make a lot of tackles. He brings the aggressive, physical playing style and attitude the Ravens like.

National Football Post: The Jaguars get great value with Cyprien. An aggressive defender who flies upfield in run support to make tackles, Cyprien can chase down plays from sideline to sideline. Productive against the run and excellent in coverage, he gives the Jaguars a potentially high-end starting safety.

National Football Post: In dire need of a big-play receiver with Kenny Britt still working his way back from injury and Kendall Wright still developing, the Titans grab Hunter, who looked like a potential Top 10 pick in 2011 before a knee injury. He displayed rare explosiveness and speed before his injury and has the ability to go up and catch high passes along the sideline. He looked like Randy Moss in 2011, so the Titans are banking on him returning to form.

National Football Post: Philadelphia makes a bold move and drafts a tight end to pair with another quality one. By pairing Ertz with Brent Celek, the Eagles have two athletic tight ends who can line up in a variety of spots. They also each have the hands and receiving skills to make plays running after the catch.

National Football Post: The Lions needed help in the secondary, so they grab the 6-foot Slay. A smooth and fluid athlete with explosive closing burst, Slay possesses the ball skills to break up and intercept passes. He will be a welcome addition to a Lions secondary that has struggled in recent seasons.

National Football Post: Even with BenJarvus Green-Ellis on the team, the Bengals grab Bernard to add a game-breaking dimension to the offense. Bernard isn't huge, but he is a deceptively good runner between the tackles with the rare ability to make tacklers miss within the hole. Dangerous when he gets the ball on the edge, Bernard is a legit touchdown threat anytime he gets the ball.

National Football Post: With ILB Donald Butler on the verge of stardom, the Chargers grab Te'o to provide solid all-around play next to him. Te'o is never going to be a star, but he has the smarts, instincts and leadership to be a solid, long-term starter in San Diego's 3-4 scheme.

National Football Post: The Jets make their team perhaps the biggest circus in the NFL by drafting Smith. With Smith, Mark Sanchez and Tim Tebow, they now have three quarterbacks who will command media attention. Smith will need to improve his footwork and release in order to become an accurate passer, which is vital if he is ever going to be a quality starting quarterback in the NFL.

National Football Post: The 49ers continue adding great talent to an already deep and talented roster. A strong and physical defensive end who can dominate blockers at the point of attack, Carradine is one of the few very good college pass rushers who is excellent against the run. Do not be surprised if he ends up becoming the starting outside linebacker opposite Aldon Smith by the middle of the 2013 season.

National Football Post: When it comes to good, solid selections, the Bills choice of Woods fits perfectly. He has good size at 6-feet, deceptive quickness and runs sharp, precise routes. He gains separation easily and has excellent hands. He is as pro-ready as a receiver can be and should step in and start as a rookie, catching 60-plus passes from new quarterback E.J. Manuel.

National Football Post: With Jared Veldheer manning the left tackle spot, the Raiders make a smart move by selecting Watson. He's only played football for two years, but Watson's amazing athletic ability and dominating strength could enable him to become a premier offensive tackle in a few seasons.

National Football Post: With Ronde Barber still deciding if he is going to return next season, the Bucs realize they need to find his replacement. Banks is a tall (6'2) cornerback with long arms, good ball skills and good all-around athleticism. Despite his lack of premier speed, he has what it takes to be a fine starting cornerback. In addition to his talent, Banks is an outstanding young man with character, smarts and intangibles.

National Football Post: After grabbing Star Lotulelei in the first round, the Panthers follow it up with Short. The two picks turn their interior defensive line, which was a major weakness in 2012, into a strength. It also gives their defense a chance to take a huge step forward in 2013. New GM Dave Gettleman's first two draft picks are excellent.

National Football Post: Wanting to add a tough, physical inside linebacker to their 3-4 defense, the Cardinals could not have found a better man for the job. While Minter lacks the foot quickness and speed that many teams prefer in an inside linebacker in a 3-4, he is more than athletic enough and does an outstanding job against blockers.

National Football Post: The Bills continue a strong draft with Alonso, who has a size and speed combination that is hard to find. After battling through some off-field issues early in his college career, Alonso turned things around to become an impact defender for the Ducks. Few linebackers possess Alonso's speed to track down plays all over the field.

National Football Post: Even with longtime star tight end Jason Witten on the roster, the Cowboys make a wise move drafting Escobar. The pick now gives the Cowboys two playmaking tight ends, and eventually Escobar could be the replacement for Witten. A very tall tight end at 6-6 with deceptive speed and route-running ability, he has the hands and ball skills to be an impact receiving tight end.

National Football Post: With Rashard Mendenhall a thing of the past in Pittsburgh, the Steelers grab a big, powerful running back in Bell. While he lacks the explosive burst that most teams want, Bell has the size, strength and balance to consistently run through hits and tackles to gain yards after contact.

National Football Post: The Giants continue their long history of drafting the best player on their board who fits their defensive scheme. Hankins is a massive defensive tackle with the strength to anchor at the point of attack and the athleticism to defeat blocks when he plays with leverage and uses his hands aggressively. An excellent value pick, Hankins has as much physical talent as any defensive tackle in the draft and could end up being a star if the Giants can get him to play with passion and intensity on every snap.

National Football Post: The Bears fill their need at MLB with Bostic, who was a highly productive player at Florida. Not a great athlete, Bostic is definitely a reach -- the second reach for Chicago in this draft. Bostic is a strong and physical player who attacks and makes big hits, but he is not a top athlete.

National Football Post: After amassing 12 interceptions as a sophomore, Amerson struggled to match that production in 2012 and fell from possibly being a first-round pick. He's a big, smooth athlete with outstanding ball skills, but was repeatedly beaten deep last season and did not look like the player he once was. Some scouts believe he could transition to safety, and considering Washington has needs at corner and safety, Amerson makes sense.

National Football Post: Once again the Patriots draft a highly productive college player who brings versatility to the table. An excellent pass rusher who also excels in pursuit, Collins should eventually develop into a productive starter opposite Chandler Jones. Not only will Collins be a good defensive player in time, but he will be a stud on special teams from the get go.

National Football Post: The Bengals continue their strong draft by getting value in Hunt. A huge man with great natural athleticism, Hunt as the potential to become a longtime Pro Bowl player -- if he develops. At the Senior Bowl he flashed the ability to be a special player but generally struggled, so he is no doubt a player who will need technique work before being ready to start.

National Football Post: After speculation that the Dolphins would trade this pick to Kansas City for LT Brandon Alberts, Miami instead decided to hold on to their selection and take the best corner left. Although Taylor lacks prototypical size for the position, he is an explosive and physical athlete who showed outstanding coverage ability at Boise State. He will likely start immediately for the Dolphins.

National Football Post: The 49ers stay aggressive, trading up with the Packers to secure their guy. McDonald is a smooth athlete for such a big man, and he is capable of getting consistent separation out of his breaks. While showing inconsistent hands at Rice, he had an oustanding week of Senior Bowl practices, demonstrating that he is clearly capable of competing with top-level talent.

National Football Post: In an effort to replace Ray Lewis, the Ravens select the player who reminds many of Lewis more than any linebacker in the draft. After playing at Kansas State under coach Bill Snyder, you can be sure that Brown is a tough, hard-nosed player who will do whatever it takes to make plays. Do not be surprised if Brown is among the league's leading tacklers in 2013.

National Football Post: After losing Glover Quin, the Texans had a hole at safety, so they make a smart move with Swearinger, who also started at cornerback during his college career. A physical hitter, Swearinger makes a lot of tackles behind the line of scrimmage. His athleticism allows him to match up with tight ends in man coverage and gives him sideline range in deep coverage. The one area of concern is that he does not deal well with blockers, but he has all the physical tools to be a quality starter.

National Football Post: After losing Glover Quin, the Texans had a hole at safety, so they make a smart move with Swearinger, who also started at cornerback during his college career. A physical hitter, Swearinger makes a lot of tackles behind the line of scrimmage. His athleticism allows him to match up with tight ends in man coverage and gives him sideline range in deep coverage. The one area of concern is that he does not deal well with blockers, but he has all the physical tools to be a quality starter.

National Football Post: The missing piece to the Broncos' offense was a true feature back, so it's not surprising to see Denver take Ball. He possesses an excellent combination of quickness, burst and power, and shows outstanding vision and aggressiveness running between the tackles. Although his high mileage and injury history from Wisconsin is a concern, his complete skill set makes him well worth the risk.

National Football Post: The Patriots make a sly move selecting Dobson, who is vastly underrated. A tall receiver with a long stride that hides his playing speed, Dobson has consistently showed the ability to get separation on deep routes. Blessed with soft, natural hands, Dobson catches everything thrown his way and showed that he can play with the big boys when he excelled in every practice at the Senior Bowl. Dobson should become a solid starting receiver for the Patriots by his second season.

National Football Post: Although Alford lacks the ideal bulk necessary for the position at the NFL level, he is an athletic and instinctive corner who clearly possesses the physical nature to start at the next level. He is a strong player at the line of scrimmage who works hard to redirect and cut off routes in front of him. Despite being a small-school prospect, Alford could quickly move up the ranks and into a starting role with Atlanta.

National Football Post: It's not surprising to see several runners drafted in front of Lacy, but he is a solid fit and even better value for Green Bay at this stage of Round Two. While lacking top-end burst and vision, he is a bear to bring down in the open field and will get plenty of room to operate in Green Bay's wide-open offense.

National Football Post: While clearly a physical talent when healthy, Michael is a surprise pick in the second round because of his wildly inconsistent play in 2012 and average ability between the tackles. Once in space he has the speed to break huge plays, and he goes to a great situation in Seattle, where he will not be asked to be the lead runner as a rookie.

National Football Post: Because current tight end Tony Moeaki has struggled to stay healthy and establish himself in the NFL, the Chiefs nab Kelce to give them an option who can catch passes and make big plays. While he is not a big tight end, he is a quick and athletic one who can run away from man coverage and make tough catches consistently. He should challenge for playing time as a rookie.

National Football Post: The Jaguars continue to add talent with the selection of Gratz. A quick and fluid athlete who can change directions in a flash, Gratz has consistently shown the ability to close quickly and make plays on the ball. Unlike many college cornerbacks, Gratz shows no hesitation in putting his hands on receivers in press coverage, and he will maintain contact to reroute receivers and break up passes. While not a big name, he should challenge for a starting spot in 2013.

National Football Post: The Lions finally address their offensive line, but address their hole at right guard instead of the media's perceived need at left tackle. While Warford doesn't possess the quick feet of some guards taken in Round One, he is one of the most physically dominant at the point of attack. He possesses elite strength and punching ability, and will be as productive in pass protection as he will be in the run game.

National Football Post: The Raiders get an athletic linebacker in Moore, whose best trait is his ability to rush the passer and chase down plays in pursuit. A highly competitive player, Moore is constantly around the ball and makes a lot of plays through sheer effort and determination. He is going to need work on his coverage ability to become a well-rounded linebacker, but with his athleticism he should develop enough to eventually challenge for a starting role.

National Football Post: The Eagles wanted to add playmakers, but they take a big gamble on Logan. He is a strong and athletic defensive tackle who flashed potential in college, but more often than not he got upright and lost leverage at the snap, got tied up and did not make as many plays as he could. This is a classic potential pick as Logan has much more talent and potential than he showed at LSU.

National Football Post: McFadden is excellent value at this stage and is much more than just a Cover 2 corner that he's been pegged as. He does an outstanding job of keeping the play in front of him, and looks smooth and explosive transitioning forward. McFadden is the perfect complement to Cleveland's top corner, Joe Haden.

National Football Post: The Cardinals make a bold and extremely risky choice in Mathieu. No one will deny that Mathieu is an explosive athlete who can make game-changing plays with the ball in his hands. However, he is a short cornerback who is raw and needs work on his footwork and technique. Most importantly, the Cardinals are likely banking on current cornerback Patrick Peterson's close relationship with Mathieu to help keep him out of trouble.

National Football Post: Tennessee continues to add top talent with the addition of the underrated Wreh-Wilson. He is an excellent athlete with smooth hips and the physical ability to control receivers at the point of attack. He could work his way into a starting role as a rookie, making him an excellent value in Round Three.

National Football Post: The Rams make a risky pick with McDonald, who is a far better athlete than football player. For an athlete with his size, strength and natural ability, McDonald does not compete hard on every snap and too often seems content to let his teammates make the tackle when he is near the play. It would be surprising if McDonald turns out to be a good starting safety.

National Football Post: The Jets make a smart move in selecting Winters, who will likely play right tackle or guard for them. An underrated athlete, Winters has good feet, can bend his knees to block with a solid base and is effective blocking in space. Most impressive is Winters' rare competitiveness: He blocks with great passion and intensity on every snap.

National Football Post: The heat is clearly on Josh Freeman this year as Tampa selects his potential successor. While Glennon is a wildly inconsistent passer who makes too many bad decisions, he has an elite arm and is capable of making every NFL throw. The Bucs have positioned themselves well this offseason to compete in the NFC South in 2013, and with this pick they have a clear contingency plan for the future.

National Football Post: With WR talents such as Keenan Allen and Quinton Patton still on the board, it's shocking to see the Cowboys opt for Williams. Williams is an explosive vertical threat, but he has not shown the ability to run the full route tree and struggles to beat press coverage. He does not run crisp routes over the middle and displays inconsistent hands. Dallas has the weapons to operate inside, so expect Williams to almost exclusively work the vertical routes on the perimeter.

National Football Post: The Saints address a major need with Armstead, a potential starting left tackle. Armstead's technique is inconsistent and he clearly needs to improve his core strength, but he displays an outstanding ability to shuffle and redirect on the edge. Armstead will likely serve as the understudy to Charles Brown as a rookie, but don't be surprised to see him develop into an NFL starter on the blind side.

National Football Post: The Chargers select what could be the steal of the draft in Allen. Before injuring his knee and running poorly in the 40, Allen was viewed as a definite first-round pick with top 10 potential. His situation is similar to current 49ers receiver Anquan Boldin, who slid to the second round after running a 4.73 at the Combine. Boldin turned out to be an excellent receiver. Do not be surprised if Allen is one of the most productive receivers selected in this draft.

National Football Post: The Dolphins make a good selection by grabbing one of the most physical and aggressive offensive linemen in the draft. A starter at left tackle and left guard during his career, Thomas has the versatility that NFL teams love. He is quick setting up to block, delivers a hard punch and can control his man at the point of attack. He should turn out to be a good starting guard who can fill in at tackle when needed.

National Football Post: Buffalo is clearly committed to revamping its offense, with Goodwin being its second WR selection of the day. An unpolished route runner, Goodwin possesses world-class speed and explosiveness. He will have the perfect role for him as the No. 3 man in Buffalo behind Stevie Johnson and Robert Woods.

National Football Post: Wheaton should come in and contribute as a rookie. A smart receiver who runs excellent routes, Wheaton hides his routes until the break, which allows him to consistently get separation. Combined with great hands, Wheaton should immediately earn playing time with the Steelers and could be the long-term replacement for Emmanuel Sanders, who is playing on a one-year contract.

National Football Post: Wilcox played receiver until his senior season at Georgia Southern, so the Cowboys will need to be patient as he continues to learn the safety position. For not having much experience on the defensive side of the ball, he is an effective player against the run and takes strong angles in pursuit. He is not an instinctive player in coverage at this stage, and he must learn how to read and attack routes in front of him before he can start at the NFL level.

National Football Post: With Osi Umenyiora now a Falcon and Justin Tuck coming off a down year, the Giants grab Moore, a strong, power rusher who competes hard on every snap. Not an explosive off-the-ball pass rusher, Moore gets by with technique, effort and strength. He should be a good backup in 2013 with the potential to be more down the road.

National Football Post: The Saints are transitioning to a 3-4 defense, so it is no surprise to see them select a true nose tackle this early in the draft. Jenkins must improve his conditioning, but he possesses the natural strength and leverage to control the line of scrimmage and surprising foot quickness for a man his size. The Saints are doing an excellent job filling glaring holes on a historically awful defense with players that also present good value.

National Football Post: Logan Ryan lacks the quick-twitch explosiveness to consistently stay with receivers downfield, but his fundamentals and instincts make him an effective corner in Cover 2 situations. Ryan is also an excellent tackler on the edge, but may struggle to develop into a starter because of his athletic limitations.

National Football Post: The Bengals make an interesting selection in Williams. He is a good athlete who was constantly around the ball at Goergia, but he did not make a lot of big plays. He is however an outstanding character kid who is smart, instinctive and a true leader, which should help him become a solid all-around starter for the Bengals.

National Football Post: Reed probably won't line up on the line of scrimmage very often, but he is a dynamic athlete that is too big for safeties and too explosive for linebackers to take him on in man coverage. He is also a very aggressive runner after the catch and will be a dangerous weapon for star QB Robert Griffin III.

National Football Post: The Colts continue their strong draft by selecting Thornton. An extremely strong player, he can drive defenders off the line and stop power rushers in their tracks. Impressive for such a strong player, Thornton can also get to the second level fast and is a good blocker out in space. Thornton should start at guard for the Colts in 2013 and become a mainstay on their offensive line.

National Football Post: Once again the Seahawks show a willingness to draft a very good college player who does not fit the ideal height parameters. Hill is a very good athlete with the quickness, competitiveness and hands to defeat blocks and get backfield penetration. This is a quality pick, even though Hill is most likely going to be an excellent, versatile backup who can spell all of the Seahawks' big defensive linemen.

National Football Post: The addition of a quality player such as Lemonier this late in the draft is stunning. Lemonier is not a polished player against the run, but he is highly competitive and one of the most innately explosive pass rushers in the draft. The 49ers are clearly one of the big winners today after scoring two pass-rushing talents with first-round grades.

National Football Post: The Texans reach a little bit by selecting Williams. A big offensive tackle with good short-area quickness and natural strength, Williams can be a very good blocker when he blocks with a solid base and maintains good technique. However, he has a bad habit of stopping his feet and overextending to maintain contact, which leads to him falling off blocks and ending up on the ground way too often for a player with his talent.

National Football Post: Webster is very good in press coverage because he has the bulk and competitiveness to reroute receivers and take away inside leverage. However, despite displaying good speed, he lacks the explosiveness to consistently close off the ball and does not appear instinctive in zone situations. He enters the perfect situation in Denver, as he will have the chance to learn the position from one of the all-time greats in Champ Bailey.

National Football Post: As is often the case, the Patriots draft a player who surprises many. A good college player, Harmon did not show the foot quickness, agility or all-around athleticism to be effective in deep coverage. He is a competitive player who hustles all over the field and makes a lot of tackles, but he will need to prove he has the athleticism to handle playing in coverage if he is ever going to be more than a backup.

National Football Post: This pick will likely be the talk of the day as Bailey joins his former Mountaineers teammate Tavon Austin in St. Louis. While not as innately explosive as Austin, Bailey is an excellent route runner who always seems to separate in space. Sam Bradford is at his best when he can deliver the ball underneath and let his receivers do the work, and Bailey is another talent who will allow him to do just that.

National Football Post: The Dolphins make a bold move to trade up to acquire Davis, who has starting talent but struggled through an up-and-down 2012 season. The Dolphins are taking a gamble that they can get Davis to play up to his previous level. If he gets back to his 2011 form, the Dolphins could have themselves a good starting cornerback, which makes this risk worthwhile.

National Football Post: The Ravens missed on nose tackle Terrance Cody, so they needed to find a player who can handle that role. Williams is a short, stocky defensive tackle with the strength to be an anchor at the point of attack. He will never be an explosive, playmaking DT, but he has what it takes to become a solid starting nose tackle with a season of development.

National Football Post: The Ravens missed on nose tackle Terrance Cody, so they needed to find a player who can handle that role. Williams is a short, stocky defensive tackle with the strength to be an anchor at the point of attack. He will never be an explosive, playmaking DT, but he has what it takes to become a solid starting nose tackle with a season of development.

National Football Post: While Montgomery is not a dynamic, explosive pass rusher, he is a great value pick. A strong and physical defensive end at LSU, he will likely be a power outside linebacker in Houston's 3-4 scheme. He is a smart, instinctive and very competitve player who probably will back up the Texans' current outside linebackers, but in time could work himself into a starting spot.

National Football Post: An immense physical talent, the Chiefs take a gamble that they can turn Davis into a quality NFL back. Davis is a dynamic talent who gets to full speed in a flash and has the ability to score long touchdowns. The issue is that he has been injured numerous times and has not shown the toughness to battle through. Also concerning is that he does not protect the ball and fumbles way too often. If he does not improve his ball security, he has no chance of becoming a contributing back in the NFL.

National Football Post: Gooden is an outstanding athlete for the linebacker position, but will need to become significantly more physical at the point of attack before he can be considered anything more than a special-teams player. While he has the range to play sideline to sideline against the run and pass, he consistently shies away from contact and at times seems to go out of his way to avoid blockers. At this stage his value is fair; don't expect to see him starting as a rookie.