2015 RCF NFL Mock Draft Rounds 1 and 2 - Patriots

[Bonnern]

With the 56th pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers select Jordan Phillips, nose tackle from Oklahoma University


GRADE
6.09


Jordan Phillips (NT)
HT: 6'5" WT: 329LBS.
POSITION: NT
SCHOOL: Oklahoma
ARM LENGTH: 34 3/4"
HANDS: 9 3/8"

Overview
Has started just 17 games since arriving at Oklahoma in 2011. In 2014, selected second-team All-Big 12, starting in all 13 games. Had 7 tackles against Clemson in Russell Athletic Bowl. Started in four games in 2013 before having season-ending back surgery. Played in 11 games in 2012, but did not start at any point and finished with 12 tackles. Was a redshirt in 2011. Selected Under Armour All-American and was the nation's No. 1-rated overall prospect as a senior at Towanda High School (Kan.). Took snaps on both sides of the ball in high school. Recorded 17 receptions for 400 yards and four touchdowns while adding two rushing touchdowns during his time in high school.

COMBINE STATS
40 YARD DASH: 5.17 SEC
BENCH PRESS: 28 REPS
VERTICAL JUMP: 30.0 INCH
BROAD JUMP: 105.0 INCH
3 CONE DRILL: 7.88 SEC
20 YARD SHUTTLE: 4.68 SEC
ANALYSIS

Strengths
Massive frame with long arms. Athletic lower body for a man his size. Read-and-react two-gap nose with ability to eat space and free linebackers. Uses length effectively and was able to split double teams as season wore on. Swim move for quick wins and trips into backfield when Sooners let him penetrate. Athletic with nimble feet and pursuit speed of a man much lighter. Should be able to carry additional muscle and girth.

Weaknesses
Scouts consider him a flash player who can dominate a game but will disappear during stretches. Needs to play with better knee bend and lower pad level. Loses some leverage and becomes top-heavy wrestler at times. Not effective as pass rusher. Stalls out early and settles for looking to bat down passes. Doesn't crank up a consistent bull rush. Consistency of motor could be improved.

Draft Projection
Round 1 or 2

Sources Tell Us
"He has the body type and length to play in a 3-4 or 4-3 front, but there is no reason to move him from the nose. If he gets that motor going, he could be a dominant pro." -- AFC North scout

NFL Comparison
Terrance Knighton

Bottom Line
Nose tackle with desired height, weight and speed. Flashes talent necessary to project a ceiling as a dominant run stuffer best suited for a 3-4 defense. Phillips' ability to eat up blocks should help him earn a high grade, but it's his potential as a big athlete with above-average range for the position that could turn him into a Pro Bowl nose.

@MGMT is up

 

[MGMT]

With the 57th pick in the 2015 NFL draft, the Carolina Panthers select:

Justin Hardy -- WR; ECU

The Panthers realize they're reaching a bit here but they want to inject youth into the skill position. Hardy is high on our big board and we didn't want to risk losing out on him.

I'm on my phone so I can't really make an elaborate post. Super sorry for the delay(s)

 

[Soda]

Scouts, Inc. Top Available

Best Available Players (Character limit won't allow me to post chosen players)


35. Phillip Dorsett, WR, 5'9¾", 185, Miami (FL)
37. Ameer Abdullah, RB, 5'8¾", 205, Nebraska
43. Preston Smith, DE, 6'4⅞", 271, Mississippi State
52. Tevin Coleman, RB, 5'11⅜", 206, Indiana
56. Grady Jarrett, DT, 6'0¾", 304, Clemson
57. Duke Johnson, RB, 5'9⅛", 207, Miami (FL)
58. Tyler Lockett, WR, 5'9⅞", 182, Kansas State
62. Jay Ajayi, RB, 5'11¾", 221, Boise State
63. Tre Jackson, OG, 6'3¾", 330, Florida State
64. Nate Orchard, OLB, 6'3¼", 250, Utah
65. Clive Walford, TE, 6'4", 251, Miami (FL)
66. A.J. Cann, OL, 6'2¾", 313, South Carolina
68. Rashad Greene, WR, 5'11⅜", 182, Florida State
69. Tj Yeldon, RB, 6'1¼", 226, Alabama
70. Kwon Alexander, ILB, 6'0¾", 227, LSU
71. Markus Golden, DE, 6'2⅜", 260, Missouri
72. Ty Montgomery, WR, 5'11⅞", 221, Stanford
74. Daryl Williams, T, 6'5¼", 327, Oklahoma
75. Derron Smith, FS, 5'10", 200, Fresno State
78. Steven Nelson, CB, 5'10⅛", 197, Oregon State
81. Hroniss Grasu, OC, 6'3", 297, Oregon
82. Steven Nelson, CB, 5'10⅛", 197, Oregon State
84. Donovan Smith, OT, 6'5⅝", 338, Penn State
85. Stefon Diggs, WR, 6'0", 195, Maryland
86. Doran Grant, CB, 5'10¼", 200, Ohio State
87. Jaquiski Tartt, S, , 6'1⅜"221, Samford
88. Garrett Grayson, QB, 6'2½", 213, Colorado State
89. Daryl Williams, OT, 6'5¼", 327, Oklahoma
90. Senquez Golson, CB, 5'8⅝", 176, Mississippi
91. Marcus Hardison, DT, 6'3⅛", 307, Arizona State
92. Ty Sambrailo, OT, 6'5⅞", 311, Colorado State
93. James Sample, S, 6'2⅛", 209, Louisville
94. Jeff Heuerman, TE, 6'5⅛", 254,Ohio State
95. Darius Philon, DT, 6'1⅜", 298, Arkansas
96. Brett Hundley, QB, 6'3¼", 226, UCLA

 

[JMcCurry08]

With the 58th pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, the Tennessee Titans select Cedric Ogbuehi Tackle Texas A&M

OVERVIEW
In 2014, named third-team AP All-American and first-team All-SEC despite allowing seven sacks. Started all 13 games for the Aggies, including 11 at left tackle and two at right tackle. Tore his ACL in the bowl game against West Virginia. Will take advantage of insurance policy paid for by Texas A&M that protects him against injury-related slip of his draft stock. In 2013, started all 13 games at right tackle, taking over for Jake Matthews who moved to the left tackle spot. In 2012, started 13 games at right guard for offensive line that protected and cleared the way for Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel. In 2011, played in 10 games as redshirt freshman, missing three due to an ankle injury. Two-time all-state selection at Allen High School (Texas) and an Army All-American.

ANALYSIS

STRENGTHS
Gifted athlete with foot quickness and ability to move easily in space. Has feet to slide and meet speed rushers. Easy weight shift to recover against counter moves. Is a second-level winner. Gets on top of linebackers quickly and can adjust in space to moving targets. Played in warp-speed offense and is well-conditioned. Keeps feet moving through contact on zone plays and sustains blocks until he wins. On gap plays, works to secure inside shoulder and gets defenders turned. Has played both tackle spots and right guard. Has matched up against premier college defensive linemen.

WEAKNESSES
Functional power and anchor are legitimate concerns. Technique flaws make pass protection harder than it has to be. Football leverage isn't as good as expected. Doesn't play with enough bend at impact. His punch in pass pro can be woefully mistimed and he plays with wide hands and some wasted motion in setup. Base tends to narrow when pass rush gets to his high side. Not a powerful tackle and won't generate much push as in-line blocker. Was one of the SEC leaders in sacks allowed in 2014. Tore his ACL in Aggies' bowl game, and won't be able to go through a full pre-draft workout for NFL personnel men.

DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 1 or 2

NFL COMPARISON
Eugene Monroe

BOTTOM LINE
NFL evaluators are very worried about Ogbuehi's core strength and ability to anchor in pass protection, but some of his anchor issues could be improved with technique work -- especially where his hands are concerned. He should be a plus run blocker, especially on stretch plays, but needs to add strength and work on technique if he is to reach his play potential. Ogbuehi's bowl-game injury could hurt his draft standing, but his traits and potential might be able to keep him in the first round.

Why: the Titans have bolstered the offensive line over last several offseasons. The right tackle positon is a question mark with Stingily, Jones and Poehls. Ogbuehi was a first round talent before his ACL injury and is an absolute steal at this pick. He can play right tackle and can slide over and play left tackle or guard if need be

The Vikings and @BimboColesHair are now on the clock

 

[BimboColesHair]

With the 59th pick the Minnesota Vikings select:


Stephone Anthony, MLB, Clemson

Why: You can't teach athleticism. Anthony is the literal definition of a freak of nature, running the 40 yard dash at 4.56 seconds at 6'3, 243 LBs, while achieving a 37' vertical jump and over a 10 foot broad jump. Anthony is also the literal definition of a "coach em' up" prospect. Rough around the edges, but the athletic skills to be a 3 down MLB in a 4-3 defense while also being big enough to flip to the outside if need be, Coach Zimmer and the Vikings could mold him any way they choose, much like they are currently doing with 2014 1st round pick Anthony Barr. The birth of an extremely athletic LB core in Minnesota is under way, as well as a very exciting young defense when paired with fellow 2015 draftee Trae Waynes.

Combine Results:
Height: 6'3
Weight: 243
Arm Length: 32.5"
Hand Size: 10 3/8"
40 Yard: 4.56 seconds
Bench: 23 reps
Vertical: 37"
3 Cone: 7.07 seconds
20 yard Shuffle: 4.03 seconds

Strengths: Has desired build for position. Good play speed and is generally under control. Steady, consistent tackler when he's squared up. Has speed to chase to the sidelines and finish the play. Able to cover tight ends in passing game. Breaks to ball quickly against pass. Flashes ball skills and will play through pass-catchers. Features traits to be a more effective blitzer if called upon. Will compete through whistle and is physical against skill-position players. Lost job as junior and regained starting position with hard work and good attitude. Can cover ground laterally.

Weaknesses: Below average take-on skills. Plays with poor leverage when taking on blocks. Needs to improve hand usage and utilize better arm extension to keep blockers off him. Has tendency to side-step blocks and open run lanes. Can be mismatched by running backs down the field in passing game. Slow to process and recover against play-action. There are times he gets downhill without diagnosing first, creating bad angles to the ball against outside runs.

@Phills14 and the Dallas Cowboys are on the clock...

 

[Phills14]

With the 60th Pick in the 2015 RCF Mock Draft, the Dallas Cowboys select

Damarious Randall
S, Arizona State University​

Dane Brugler's analysis...

DAMARIOUS RANDALL
Arizona State
8/29/1992 (age 22)
MEASUREABLES
5107
196 lbs
Arm: 30 1/4
Hand: 08 5/8
Wingspan: 74 5/8

GRADE 3rd Round

5SR Pensacola, Fla. (Pensacola HS)
2010: Butler Community College (Baseball)
2011: Mesa Community College (Football)
2012: Mesa Community College (Football)
2013: (12/9) 71/5.5/0.0/6/3 PRO DAY N/A (positional drills only)
2014: (13/13) 106/9.5/1.0/12/3
Total: (25/22) 177/15.0/1.0/18/6

COMBINE 40-YD: 4.46 | 10-YD: 1.55 | 20-YD: 2.58 | BP: 14 | VJ: 38 | BJ: 10’00” | SS: 4.07 | 3C: 6.83


BACKGROUND:
A multi-sport athlete in high school, Randall chose baseball and enrolled at Butler Community College in Kansas and spent the 2010-11 season on the baseball diamond, playing shortstop and centerfield. After a right shoulder injury, he decided to play football instead of rehabbing the injury, transferring to Mesa Community College in Arizona. Randall redshirted in 2011 and was an All-American defensive back in 2012, seeing snaps at cornerback, free safety and wide receiver. He recorded 69 tackles, nine interceptions and five total touchdowns (two receiving, two punt returns, one interception return). He was a three-star cornerback JUCO recruit and received almost three dozen scholarship offers, choosing to stay in Arizona and play for the Sun Devils. Randall missed the start of the 2013 season due to a groin injury (nine starts), finishing his junior year with 71 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, six passes defended and three interceptions. He started all 13 games as the senior boundary safety in 2014 and led the team with 106 total tackles, 12 passes defended and three interceptions, earning First Team All-Pac 12 honors. Randall earned an invitation to the 2015 Senior Bowl.

STRENGTHS:
Above average speed for the position with transitional quickness and natural footwork…highly aggressive and plays at full speed at all times – never gives up on plays and has a knack for chasing down ballcarriers from behind…understands situations and sees things happening quickly…decisive sideline angles with closing burst to make up ground…good anticipation to jump routes, reading the quarterback and baiting throws…heady awareness and won’t fall asleep at the wheel…adequate ballskills and knows what to do with the ball once he gains possession (six career interceptions, averaging 29.8 yards per return with two touchdowns)…plays bigger than he looks and initiates the action, seeking out contact with a violent mentality to strike through his target…plays pissed off (in a good way) and sets the tempo – unselfish team-first type with ideal training habits…played on special teams coverages at Arizona State with experience as a return man…productive starter in only two seasons at the FBS level, creating 10 turnovers (six interceptions, four forced fumbles).

WEAKNESSES:
Undersized and lacks ideal strength and bulk for the safety position…willing tackler, but too often needs help to finish stops and can be taken for a ride – too many ankle biting tackle attempts…needs to break down better on the move and keep his feet underneath him to be more reliable in open-field opportunities…overaggressive at times, leading to wasted steps and motion…will get fooled by play fakes due to his aggressive nature…needs to stay patient in his pedal and often bites too early, which will lead to disaster when lined up in man coverage…still unpolished with the technical side of the game…needs to harness his hostility to avoid unnecessary contact and late hit penalties…size and violent play style draw durability concerns as he was often dinged up in college.

SUMMARY:
A player with cornerback size, but a free safety skill-set, Randall took a winding road to Arizona State, including not playing football for two years after high school, and developed into a First Team All-Conference performer as a senior in Tempe. He plays with a fast and physical attitude, routinely sticking his nose in the fire, but he can be inconsistent as a box safety at times, struggling to work through contact and allowing himself to be blocked out of the play. Although he needs technique and discipline work in coverage, Randall has the size and body fluidity to hold his own, including the ballskills and confidence for the next level. He might not be a day one starter at safety, but he has the traits to make an immediate impact on special teams coverages and help in nickel situations – top-100 grade, who could go as early as the second round because the overall depth at the safety position is below average.

Why Randall:
Safety is at a premium in this draft and Dallas needs 2 of them. They get a solid performer here in Randall. Other needs are DT and CB but the value isn't quite there. Grady Jarrett from Clemson was under consideration but we went with Randall because the secondary is in need of more contributors than the D Line at this point.

Next up, Indianapolis Colts - @dkbldev

 

[Randolphkeys]

dkbldev said he was going to be too busy. I'll tag in.

The Colts select:

Benardrick McKinney

ILB/OLB
6'4
246

Combine

40 YARD DASH: 4.66 SEC
BENCH PRESS: 16 REPS
VERTICAL JUMP: 40.5 INCH
BROAD JUMP: 121.0 INCH
3 CONE DRILL: 7.21 SEC
20 YARD SHUTTLE: 4.27 SEC

Strengths
Tall, proportionally built inside linebacker with ability to play outside. Has thick, powerful legs. Good straight-line speed to chase. True take-on linebacker who can meet linemen head-on or beat them to the spot and leverage his gap with above average play strength. Scrapes and stalks while using length and powerful hands to keep himself free and clear of blockers. Steps into hole and fires into running back, finishing with wrap-up tackle. Able to run downfield in seam with tight ends. Aware of cutback lanes and rarely runs himself out of the play. Shows very good attention to assignment. Seems to have a nose for the play and is frequently in the mix. Has value on special teams and as a blitzer. Has adequate football intelligence.

Weaknesses
Plays high and is lacking suddenness. High center of gravity causes clunky change of direction in space. Foot quickness in tight quarters is below average and limiting. Instincts against run are there, but tends to fight his feet and marginal agility. Has trouble clearing the trash near his feet and labors against cut blocks, losing lateral momentum. Potential liability against the pass. Looks stiff when asked to cover in space and gives away too much separation to routes in his area in zone coverage.

Why did the Colts take him?

Let's think back to the AFC Championship game: LeGarrette Blount ran 30 times for 148 yards and three touchdowns. In the regular season the Colts were in the bottom third of the league defending the run, and in the playoffs New England exploited them. The Colts can have the most explosive offense in the world, but they won't go anywhere in the playoffs until they stop the run.

Who plays linebacker for the Colts? Pass rush specialist Erik Walden - who was recently slashed with a knife by his baby mama - and none other than D'Qwell Jackson. D'Qwell or the guy who doesn't support the run with a knife wound can be replaced by a player who was originally supposed to be a 1st round pick. I don't know why this guy has been in a freefall in his stock, but he can play all four linebacker positions in the 3-4. If D'Qwell somehow holds him off, McKinney has the skill to replace another weak link.

 

[AZ_]

With the 62nd pick, the Green Bay Packers select:

Trey Flowers - DL - Arkansas

Analysis:

The Packers are somewhat thin along the defensive line and Flowers would make a great addition. Could step in and challenge for a starting role immediately.

Strengths:

High motor and superior athleticism for his size, Flowers is relentless as a rusher and stout enough to hold up against the run. Consistent performer throughout his career at Arkansas.

Weaknesses:

Plays a little high at times and it results in him getting pushed off the ball. Doesn't always use his hands as well as he could.

@TheLand1287 is on the clock.

 

[BimboColesHair]

We gonna do a 3rd round? Still a few weeks before the real thing.

 

[JMcCurry08]

We gonna do a 3rd round? Still a few weeks before the real thing.

Might as well keep it going as long as we can

 

[Spectre]

We gonna do a 3rd round? Still a few weeks before the real thing.

3rd round is the farthest I think we've ever gotten one of these but I'd be up for it so long as we have someone step up for picks in case someone disappears.

 

[Soda]

3rd round is the farthest I think we've ever gotten one of these but I'd be up for it so long as we have someone step up for picks when someone disappears.

Fixed.

I'll get a new thread running for the 3rd round. The original post won't likely be able to handle that many characters. Give me a little bit and it'll be up. Got to go thru this thread to find the trades with 3rd round implications as well.

 

[TheLand1287]

With the 63rd pick in the 2015 RCF Mock Draft the Seattle Seahawks select Eric Roe, CB/S, Utah Utes.

Why Eric Roe: Potential 1st rounder who on paper would be an ideal fit for the Legion on Boom. With Byron Maxwell leaving in free agency and Cary Williams signed as the replacement there, the need for additional depth was necessary. Roe could see time at both corner and as a top backup at safety. The BPA on our board at a position of need made this pick a slam dunk. Could've also went WR here, but didn't value the available options left over a talented CB like Roe who fits the scheme well.

STRENGTHS: Possesses a legitimate NFL frame with good height, broad shoulders and a tapered, well-defined musculature. Uses his length and physicality to harass receivers at the line of scrimmage and throughout the route. Extends an arm to jam opponents and disrupt timing.
Good balance and coordination to turn and run, showing steady acceleration and at least functional straight-line speed to remain at cornerback. Good hand-eye coordination to disrupt passes at the catch-point, showing no panic when the ball is in the air and the strength to rip it out of the hands of receivers as they attempt to secure the catch.
Aggressive in run support. Fights through would-be blockers, including offensive linemen. Physical tackler who lowers his shoulder and drives through ballcarriers.
Good awareness and aggression on special teams. Blocked a kick in 2014 and is a cognizant, physical blocker on the return unit.

WEAKNESSES: May project better to the NFL back at safety than at cornerback. Like many taller corners, Rowe has a slight hitch in his transition, leaving him vulnerable to double-moves. He rides the receiver throughout the route and too often extends his arms to limit their movement.
Does not possess ideal hands, dropping several potential interceptions on tape.

 

[Otsego Mar]

I have no 3rd round pick (traded to Redskins) and I check this site often from mobile. I can fill in when needed.

 

[BimboColesHair]

I'm being selfish in wanting to do a 3rd round since I have a few picks in it, but I'm glad others want to keep it going