AMES, IA – AUGUST 30: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the North Dakota State Bison throws the ball 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 K Purdy/Getty Images)
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ROUND TWO

  1. Cleveland Browns – Germain Ifedi, OT, Texas A&M

With Mitchell Schwartz gone and Joe Thomas on the trading block, Cleveland needs to add another offensive lineman.

  1. Tennessee Titans – Emmanuel Ogbah, DE, Oklahoma State

It’s not a need, but Tennessee would be wise to add the best defensive talent the can get in round two.

  1. Dallas Cowboys – Derrick Henry, RB, Alabama

Dallas could consider Elliott in round one. But they could potential grab Henry at the top of the second.

  1. San Diego Chargers – Noah Spence, OLB, Eastern Kentucky

Not a major need, but the Chargers could quickly upgrade their defense with Buckner/Spence.

  1. Baltimore Ravens – Kenny Clark, DT, UCLA

If they can’t add Buckner in round one, look for them to get the top interior DL in the second.

  1. San Francisco 49ers – Josh Garnett, OG, Stanford

Chip Kelly has a lot of respect for Stanford offensive lineman. Fills a need too.

  1. Jacksonville Jaguars – Su’a Cravens, OLB, USC

If they don’t land Myles Jack in the first, Su’a Cravens is a solid (albeit different) replacement.

  1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Will Jackson, CB, Houston

Tampa needs starting cornerbacks and Jackson offers first-round upside.

  1. New York Giants – Reggie Ragland, ILB, Alabama

The Giants have often avoided linebacker early, but this would be an awesome value at a need.

  1. Chicago Bears – Andrew Billings, DT, Baylor

Bilings could go much higher, but his three-down upside is limited. He can solidify an already talented defensive line.

  1. Miami Dolphins – Justin Simmons, S, Boston College

In need of secondary help, Simmons can offer immediate support at free safety or nickel.

  1. Los Angeles Rams (via PHI) – Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas

After losing Jared Cook, Henry can be an immediately reliable option for Paxton Lynch.

  1. Oakland Raiders – Le’Raven Clark, OT, Texas Tech

Clark could be a first-round pick (especially in Seattle), but he’d be a worthwhile project in Oakland.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 10: Tavon Young #1 of the Temple Owls breaks up a pass intended for Devon Breaux #8 of the Tulane Green Wave on October 10, 2015 at Lincoln Financial field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Owls defeated the Green Wave 49-10. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Tavon Young;Devon Breaux
PHILADELPHIA, PA – OCTOBER 10: Tavon Young #1 of the Temple Owls breaks up a pass intended for Devon Breaux #8 of the Tulane Green Wave on October 10, 2015 at Lincoln Financial field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Owls defeated the Green Wave 49-10. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Tavon Young;Devon Breaux

  1. Los Angeles Rams – Tavon Young, CB, Temple

One of my favorites in the 2016 class. Could be their second coming of Janoris Jenkins.

  1. Detroit Lions – Kendall Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech

They really need cornerback support. Pairing Fuller with Darius Slay gives them two solid starters.

  1. New Orleans Saints – Shilique Calhoun, DE/OLB, Michigan State

They need to continue to stockpile assets on defense. Calhoun/Rankins is a good set of building blocks.

  1. Indianapolis Colts – Jonathan Bullard, DE, Florida

While he may only be a rotational player at the NFL level, he should do wonders for this pass-rush in that role.

  1. Buffalo Bills – Jordan Jenkins, OLB, Georgia

The Bills could use Jenkins similarly to how they used Mario Williams, with potentially more success in time.

  1. Atlanta Falcons – Will Fuller, WR, Notre Dame

Even with Sanu, the Falcons need passing game support, especially vertically.

  1. New York Jets – Yannick Ngakoue, OLB, Maryland

Jets need to continue to add pass rushers; Lorenzo Mauldin last year isn’t enough.

  1. Houston Texans – Braxton Miller, WR, Ohio State

Whether it’s round one or round two, the Texans need a vertical threat opposite DeAndre Hopkins.

  1. Washington Redskins – Sterling Shepard, WR, Oklahoma

Pierre Garcon and DeSean Jackson may be cap casualities after next year. Shepard can replace both.

  1. Minnesota Vikings – Alex Collins, RB, Arkansas

Adrian Peterson’s contract is much easier to cut after next year. Collins is a worthy replacement long-term.

  1. Cincinnati Bengals – Robert Nkemdiche, DT, Ole Miss

Never a team scared of off-field issues, Nkemdiche could go higher if teams are comfortable with his off-field issues.

  1. Seattle Seahawks – Nick Martin, OC, Notre Dame

While he’s not a tackle, Martin can offer immediate starting upside at center or either guard spots.

  1. Green Bay Packers – Charles Tapper, DE/OLB, Oklahoma

The Packers need pass-rushing depth, and Tapper tested through the rough at the NFL Combine.

  1. Pittsburgh Steelers – Cardale Jones, QB, Ohio State

They’re looking for a long-term backup and potential heir apparent to Big Ben. Jones is a perfect fit.

  1. Kansas City Chiefs – Maurice Canady, CB, Virginia

Peters was fantastic as a rookie, but they still need help opposite him at cornerback.

  1. New England Patriots – Shon Coleman, OT, Auburn

After suffering through offensive line injuries a year ago, New England would be wise to continue to stockpile blockers.

  1. New England Patriots (via ARZ) – Jihad Ward, DE, Illinois

A high-level athlete with loads of talent to develop, Ward could go much earlier if a team has a comfortable fit for him.

  1. Denver Broncos – Darian Thompson, S, Boise State

Denver needs ample support at safety long term, and Thompson would be an awesome value this late. Could be a first-rounder.

  1. Carolina Panthers– Kenneth Dixon, RB, Louisiana Tech

Dave Gettleman values quickness at running back and needs a long-term replacement for Jonathan Stewart.

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