Bears: NFL mock draft

Dickerson's mock draft 3.0

April, 22, 2011
4/22/11
3:06
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By Jeff Dickerson | ESPNChicago.com
Danny Watkins Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty ImagesBaylor's Danny Watkins could be a versatile answer for the Bears along the offensive line.

JEFF DICKERSON'S MOCK DRAFT 3.0

Team Player Pos. School Comment
1. Panthers Cam Newton QB Auburn Time will tell if Newton develops into a franchise QB.
2. Broncos Marcell Dareus DT Alabama A safe pick that fills a major need on defense.
3. Bills Von Miller DE/OLB Texas A&M Buffalo bypasses quarterback in favor of explosive Miller.
4. Bengals A.J. Green WR Georgia Green remains a better value than taking a QB at this spot.
5. Cardinals Blaine Gabbert QB Missouri Cardinals thrilled Gabbert made it past Buffalo and Cincinnati.
6. Browns Patrick Peterson CB LSU A big press corner with Peterson's speed can help any team.
7. 49ers Prince Amukamara CB Nebraska Only five career picks, but is talented enough to go this high.
8. Titans Nick Fairley DT Auburn Fairley comes wth risk, but could become dominant NFL DT.
9. Cowboys Tyron Smith OT USC Jerry Jones wants bells and whistles, however, Dallas needs OL upgrade.
10. Redskins Julio Jones WR Alabama Jones could make beautiful music with whoever plays QB in Washington.
11. Texans Robert Quinn DE North Carolina Still feel Texans address DE in first round.
12. Vikings Cameron Jordan DE California If Ray Edwards leaves, Minnesota invests in quick and agile DL.
13. Lions Anthony Castonzo OT Boston College Terrific kid who should be integral part of Detroit's renaissance.
14. Rams Corey Liuget DT Illinois Labeled by some a "one-year wonder", but Liuget best DT left on board
15. Dolphins Mark Ingram RB Alabama Miami can live with former Heisman Trophy winners knee issue.
16. Jaguars Ryan Kerrigan DE Purdue Jags also need a QB, but opt for solid defensive end.
17. Patriots J.J. Watt DE Wisconsin Ideal choice to bolster Pats 3-4 defensive scheme.
18. Chargers Muhammad Wilkerson DE/DT Temple Still like the value of a combo 3-4 defensive lineman.
19. Giants Mike Pouncey OG/C Florida Might not be up to par with his brother, but this Pouncey a good fit for NY.
20. Bucs Aldon Smith DE Missouri Finished 2010 with 5.5 sacks and 10 TFLs despite missing 3 games.
21. Chiefs Akeem Ayers OLB UCLA K.C. thinking defense with opening round selection.
22. Colts Nate Solder OT Colorado Indy needs to go with OT for Peyton Manning's sake.
23. Eagles Gabe Carimi OT Wisconsin Self proclaimed "best tackle in draft" is 3rd to come off the board.
24. Saints Da'Quan Bowers DE Clemson Could go much higher, but injury situation really clouds situation.
25. Seahawks Jake Locker QB Washington Just too perfect of a fit with Locker staying in Seattle.
26. Ravens Jimmy Smith CB Colorado Ray Lewis will provide Smith with an attitude adjustment if necessary.
27. Falcons Adrian Clayborn DE/DT Iowa Sack total plummeted in 2010 but remains a first-round talent.
28. Patriots Derek Sherrod OT Mississippi State If Pats keep picks, they end up filling 2 needs on Day 1.
29. Bears Danny Watkins OG Baylor Former collegiate LT projects at OG in the NFL; could fill variety of needs.
30. Jets Phil Taylor DT Baylor Taylor had strong Senior Bowl but comes with baggage.
31. Steelers Aaron Williams CB Texas Versatile DB a smart choice by Pittsburgh this late in first round.
32. Packers Cameron Heyward DE Ohio State Has the makeup to be above average 3-4 DE but coming off injury.

ESPNChicago's positional breakdowns

DT | OT | G | C | DE | RB | WR | QB | TE | S | LB | CB | K/P
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