ATLANTA, GA – DECEMBER 31: Jalen Ramsey #8 of the Florida State Seminoles heads off the field against the Houston Cougars during the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl at the Georgia Dome on December 31, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jalen Ramsey

We’re just two weeks out from the 2016 NFL Draft, and not much has changed since our last mock draft in terms of likely draft spots, who may move up or down and where the top quarterbacks may end up.

With ample speculation on which teams may jostle for perceived top quarterback Carson Wentz, his eventual landing spot should have ripple effects throughout round one and potentially how high other quarterbacks in the class go. Plus, our update has an uncommon name as the first receiver taken as a late-first round run at the position seems likely.

Note: The New England Patriots forfeited their 2016 first-round pick due to a DeflateGate ruling by the Commissioner.

  1. Tennessee Titans – Laremy Tunsil, OT, Ole Miss

Despite Tunsil’s potential and a draft history that supports a tackle going No. 1, there’s still a chance Tennessee considers cornerback Jalen Ramsey. Taylor Lewan’s potential frustration with being moved to the right side, coupled with Ramsey being a Tennessee-born, near Olympic-level athlete, could play a part. Tunsil is the best left tackle prospect in the last five years. He offers elite foot quickness and balance as he kick slides, with finishing ability in his upper half. For such a refined blocker with elite movement and balance, Tunsil might emerge as one of the NFL’s best in a season or two.

AMES, IA - AUGUST 30: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the North Dakota State Bison passes to teammate fullback Andrew Bonnet #46 of the North Dakota State Bison in the second half of play against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium on August 30, 2014 in Ames, Iowa. North Dakota State defeated Iowa State 34-14. (Photo by David Purdy/Getty Images)
AMES, IA – AUGUST 30: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the North Dakota State Bison passes to teammate fullback Andrew Bonnet #46 of the North Dakota State Bison in the second half of play against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium on August 30, 2014 in Ames, Iowa. North Dakota State defeated Iowa State 34-14. (Photo by David Purdy/Getty Images)

 

  1. Cleveland Browns – Carson Wentz, QB, North Dakota State

Despite the signing of Robert Griffin and the desperate needs elsewhere, the Browns appear to be likely to draft a quarterback either at No. 2 or No. 32 overall. Their vision is to stockpile quarterback options and hopefully one of them ends their long-time drought at the position. I’d prefer Jalen Ramsey and Cardale Jones rather than Carson Wentz and the best defender at 32, but Cleveland may disagree.

  1. San Diego Chargers – Jalen Ramsey, DB, Florida State

DeForest Buckner is often mocked to the Chargers and for good reason: He’s been rumored to be the Chargers top-rated player and fills a major need for the Chargers front-seven. But Ramsey is such a special talent, and his ability to play safety may intrigue the Chargers enough to warrant passing on Buckner.

  1. Dallas Cowboys – Joey Bosa, DE, Ohio State

There’s a real chance that Joey Bosa could slip a bit on draft day, but he’s likely still high on the Cowboys board, thanks to a great scheme fit and how he can help Demarcus Lawrence opposite him. Jalen Ramsey and Myles Jack are in contention, but Bosa can generate pressure and set the edge in the run game as well as any in the NFL.

  1. Jacksonville Jaguars – Myles Jack, OLB, UCLA

Barring a quarterback going early, it’d be a surprise if Tunsil, Ramsey and Jack aren’t taken within the top five picks in some order. Jack may be suited for Dallas, but his best fit is Jacksonville. Jack, an elite talent and former safety, offers remarkable range and explosiveness when attacking at the line of scrimmage, and he brings the best coverage ability of any linebacker of the last decade. Sliding him in a Jaguars defense with Telvin Smith and pushing Paul Posluszny into more of a run-defending rotational role could be the final push Jacksonville needs to solidify its offseason building project on defense.

  1. Baltimore Ravens – DeForest Buckner, DE, Oregon

An ideal scenario for the Ravens, Buckner would both fill a major need for the Ravens and give them one of the top players on their board. They’d be happy with Ramsey, Jack or Buckner, but it’s not a lock that at least one of them will be available.

 

  1. San Francisco 49ers – Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Ohio State

Carlos Hyde’s foot injury lingered last season, and there’s real concern that he may never be able to stay healthy as the team’s feature back. With Chip Kelly leading the offense, the coach likely will advocate for a top 10-worthy running back. Elliott offers tremendous running upside, but his contributions as a pass-catcher and pass-blocker should make him coveted by the 49ers, Eagles and Giants, each of whom could use a plug-and-play, three-down running back to be the catalyst of their offense.

  1. Philadelphia Eagles– Vernon Hargreaves, CB, Florida

The Eagles could look to trade back (assuming the reported rumors about their quarterback interest isn’t true) and recoup their lost second-round pick. Regardless, they need another starting cornerback to solidify this new Jim Schwartz defense. Hargreaves can be a plug-and-play starter for this unit day one.

  1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Shaq Lawson, DE, Clemson

The Bucs need to fill one of their two biggest needs — defensive end and cornerback — early if they hope to take the next step in 2016. While Robert Ayers is an adequate addition for the defensive line, the unit still needs another starter. With Hargreaves likely gone by this point, adding the draft’s second-best true defensive end in Lawson is a natural fit. Despite Lawson’s teammate, Kevin Dodd, beginning to receive attention, Lawson clearly was the better college pass rusher, with edge-setting ability in the run game and a spin move that’s already NFL-level. Adding Lawson could give the Bucs one of the better young front-sevens in all of football.

  1. New York Giants – Ronnie Stanley, OT, Notre Dame

After loading up on defense in free agency, the Giants should look to the offensive side of the ball with their first-rounder. Laquon Treadwell of Ole Miss would be a nice receiver compliment to Odell Beckham, but he’s not valued by some teams high enough to warrant a top-10 pick. Stanley can push Ereck Flowers to right tackle and hopefully keep Eli Manning upright more often.

  1. Chicago Bears – Taylor Decker, OT, Ohio State

The Bears fill their left tackle void with Bobby Massie, but he shouldn’t be counted on long-term to protect Jay Cutler or whomever their quarterback of the future might be. Decker can kick inside to left guard if need be, but he’s worthy of a top-15 pick as a left tackle prospect.

 

  1. New Orleans Saints – Sheldon Rankins, DT, Louisville

The Saints need an influx of talent on their defense, and adding a versatile defensive lineman may begin to help. Rankins can play either nose or three-technique in a 4-3 defense, and he can benefit from Cam Jordan outside of him. Receiver should be in play here as well.

  1. Miami Dolphins – Darron Lee, OLB, Ohio State

Miami needs help at linebacker and cornerback to hopefully begin to solidify their high-priced defense. Lee would give this team three quality linebackers to make the most of their defensive line depth, and he has top-10 upside. Cornerback Eli Apple of Ohio State should also intrigue.

  1. Oakland Raiders – Eli Apple, CB, Ohio State

The Raiders have done well to build their defensive front seven, and outside of defensive line depth, they’re in strong position to have one of the best young units in football. Their secondary, however, needs ample help. Apple has the most upside of any cornerback in this draft and could thrive with the capable pass-rush the Raiders already offer.

  1. Los Angeles Rams – Paxton Lynch, QB, Memphis

Regardless of the reassurances Rams brass has given Nick Foles and Case Keenum, it’s clear Los Angeles needs to go in a new direction at quarterback. Lynch is our top-rated passer in this class thanks to his body type, arm talent, efficiency and reliability in limiting turnovers, plus his high-level intuition and confidence when things don’t go as planned post-snap. He ran a run-after-catch offense in college, and he’s a perfect quarterback to manage the Rams’ run-based offense while utilizing the playmakers available in the passing game.

  1. Detroit Lions – Emmanuel Ogbah, DE, Oklahoma State

The Lions would love a cornerback here, but none fit the value unless they want to reach on Will Jackson of Houston or Mackensie Alexander of Clemson. Ogbah can push Devin Taylor to a more rotational role and give this tem added depth on the defensive line. Receiver should be an option as well, as they need to replace Calvin Johnson.

 

  1. Atlanta Falcons – Vernon Butler, DT, Louisiana Tech

Atlanta has repeatedly invested in their defensive line in recent years, but it’s still a long-term need that needs addressing. Vernon Butler is a bit raw still, but has Muhammad Wilkerson upside and could fit perfectly into Atlanta’s Seahawk-like defense.

  1. Indianapolis Colts – Jack Conklin, OT, Michigan State

Protecting Andrew Luck needs to be priority No. 1 in the draft, and the Colts might to select two or three offensive lineman. With a strong offensive tackle class early and plenty of guards and centers that can emerge as starters, they have lucked into a class that fits their needs. Conklin may be the most pro-ready blocker in the class, and he fits the “safe” aspect of general manager Ryan Grigson’s style. He’s not always a sexy blocker and won’t be a perfect pass protector, but Conklin’s footwork and stout lower half should allow him to emerge as a proficient blocker for Luck.

  1. Buffalo Bills – Jared Goff, QB, California

He’s often viewed as a top-10 pick, but I still believe there’s a real chance Goff slips a bit on draft day. His lack of great size and arm talent coupled with a college offense that isn’t indicative of early NFL success all could push him down. The Bills have shown interest in quarterbacks, and he could be their Tyrod Taylor safety-valve.

  1. New York Jets – Chris Jones, DT, Mississippi State

Muhammad Wilkerson’s time in New York seems likely to end at some point, and the Jets should begin to plan ahead. Jones can fill that role after a year of technique development, and can give this team a forceful duo of Leonard Williams and Chris Jones moving forward on the defensive line.

  1. Washington Redskins – Andrew Billings, DT, Baylor

Redskins GM Scot McCloughan wants to play it safe with his first-round picks and after drafting a guard fifth overall last year, adding a nose tackle at 21 seems right up his alley. I’m not as high on Billings as others, as he doesn’t offer pass-rush upside and doesn’t always play with in-unison upper and lower half. But his strength and potential run-disruption impact is hard to ignore.

 

  1. Houston Texans – Will Fuller, WR, Notre Dame

After coveting Nelson Agholor and Phillip Dorsett in last year’s draft, the Texans didn’t get the opportunity to add a deep threat opposite DeAndre Hopkins. With a host of receivers who can fit that role in this class, they should be able to find one.

Notre Dame’s Will Fuller may be the best fit, and the feeling is he may be their most coveted receiver. With a talent like Baylor’s Corey Coleman available as a prospect with Texas roots, he could make sense as well. Fuller or Coleman can give Brock Osweiler another weapon in the offense overhaul.

  1. Minnesota Vikings – Laquon Treadwell, WR, Ole Miss

The Vikings found a diamond in the rough with Stefon Diggs, who gives Teddy Bridgewater the big-play threat that Mike Wallace was supposed to provide. That said, they need to give Bridgewater more support. Enter Treadwell, who can quickly emerge as Bridgewater’s best friend on the field. While he lacks great vertical separation speed, as indicated by his mediocre 40-time, Treadwell finishes at the catch point with reliability and can quickly grow into Bridgewater’s much-needed safety valve.

  1. Cincinnati Bengals – Michael Thomas, WR, Ohio State

After losing Marvin Jones and Mohammad Sanu in free agency, the Bengals have a major need to fill at receiver. While they’ll have plenty of options at 24 to fill that void, Michael Thomas of Ohio State could be a great fit. With great change of direction and speed, he can compliment A.J. Green as more of a run-after-catch option for Andy Dalton.

  1. Pittsburgh Steelers – Will Jackson, CB, Houston

The Steelers have oddly been cornerback-averse in the first round over their franchise’s history, so this need-fill draft pick may not be as obvious as it seems. That said, Jackson is perceived as one of the best in the class and can be a press option for a team that desperately needs length at the position.

  1. Seattle Seahawks – Kevin Dodd, DE, Clemson

Seattle would love if a left tackle dropped to them, but they’re better off adding the best player available, rather than over-draft players like Le’Raven Clark of Texas Tech or Germain Ifedi of Texas A&M to fill their offensive line need. Dodd can take Bruce Irvin’s role in the defense.

 

  1. Green Bay Packers – A’Shawn Robinson, DT, Alabama

In need of defensive line support, the Packers may have no choice but to draft a front-three prospect with their first-round pick. Lucky for them, the 2016 class is among the better defensive tackle classes in recent draft history. While a nose tackle may be most pressing need amid B.J. Raji’s retirement, Robinson has the highest upside of any of the non-top-10 defensive lineman. With an untapped pass-rush skill set and ample versatility after his time in the Alabama defensive front, Robinson could help in numerous roles as a rookie and could grow into a top-flight five-technique in time.

  1. Kansas City Chiefs – Corey Coleman, WR, Baylor

More of a value than a need pick, the Chiefs appear settled at the receiver position. But with no top offensive tackles available and no real major needs to fill early in the draft, adding another explosive playmaker could give Alex Smith more options downfield and in yards-after-catch plays. Coleman and Maclin would be a difficult task for every secondary, including the Broncos loaded group.

  1. Arizona Cardinals – Noah Spence, OLB, Eastern Kentucky

After adding Chandler Jones, the Cardinals likely feel pretty good about their defensive front-seven unit. But they’re still in need of pass-rush support, and Spence has one of the highest upsides of any pass-rusher in the class. He can work as a rotational option in his career before emerging as a long-term starter for Arizona.

  1. Carolina Panthers – Mackensie Alexander, CB, Clemson

Josh Norman was remarkable for the Panthers in 2015. But for long term, they need to give Norman a younger running mate at the opposite cornerback spot.

Alexander is a raw prospect who does not utilize efficient footwork and plays with over-aggressiveness, but he flashes shutdown corner upside. Once he’s able to develop in the NFL behind Norman, Alexander could give Carolina one of the NFL’s better duos in pass coverage.

  1. Denver Broncos – Cody Whitehair, OG, Kansas State

Denver got Russell Okung on the cheap to be their left tackle this year, with ample flexibility to get out or restructure the contract. That said, the team could still use some support and depth on their offensive line. Whitehair has been a strong left tackle at the college level, but could slide to the right side or left guard relatively easily.