Dareus was thought to be the pick for weeks now with John Fox implementing the 4-3 for a defense that was horrid against the run.  Today, names like Patrick Peterson and Von Miller have been thrown around.  I'm going to stick with Dareus here even though Peterson is hard to pass up.

Buffalo will take the best player for their defense and getting pressure is their #1 priority.  Von Miller is thought to be the best pass rusher in the draft.

Mike Brown has never met a QB he hasn't fallen in love with.  Hopefully, Head Coach Marvin Lewis is making the call here.  AJ Green is legit and makes this offense better immediately.  They can address the QB situation in the new league year.

The Cardinals were thought to be looking at the QB position for months now but that thought has drifted away.  I think they will look for the best player available and that is Peterson.  He will form a great tandem with Rodgers-Cromartie.

*TRADE with Cleveland Browns*

Rumors of the Redskins trading up for Gabbert have been going on for the past two weeks.  They finally pull the trigger to beat the 49ers to Mr. Gabbert with the 6th pick.  Gabbert has the arm and athletic ability that Shanahan covets with his signal callers.

The 49ers get the corner help they have been missing for years.  Amukamara is considered by some to be the best cover corner in the draft, ahead of Patrick Peterson.

I don't think the Titans will reach for a QB in this slot.  Instead they get a penetrating defensive tackle that has taken a beating during the draft process.  His Auburn DL coach is now at Tennessee and should know what he is getting and how to motivate Fairley to be great.

Offensive line is the top need for the Cowboys this year.  Tyron Smith should be able to step in and play either tackle spot.  Somewhere in Mexico Tony Romo is smiling.

*TRADE with Washington Redskins*

The Browns trade back and still get the impact player they have coveted for 2nd year QB Colt McCoy.  Jones is a tough receiver with outstanding skills and blocking ability that should help open things up for the Cleveland offense.

With Wade Phillips switching the Texans to a 3-4 defense, getting pressure is going to be paramount.  Robert Quinn can provide that pressure.  A player with top 5 ability, he is dropping because of concerns about a benign brain tumor that he recovered from a few years ago.

The Vikings need a replacement for Ray Edwards and get a young player with huge potential in Aldon Smith.  The defensive line is aging rapidly and needs a youth movement.

The Lions need to protect Matthew Stafford at all costs.  Castonzo is considered a sure-fire left tackle that can help on day 1.

Corey Liuget is the perfect penetrating DT that the Rams are looking for in their 4-3 alignment.  If Julio Jones makes it this far, he could be the best option.

The Dolphins do not have many selections and need to get a starter with this pick.  The team has expressed the need to improve up front and Pouncey could provide a lift to the interior of the offensive line.

Jacksonville could surprise everyone and take a QB but I think they go with the safe pick and take Kerrigan.  Kerrigan had a brilliant career at Purdue with 33.5 sacks and 14 forced fumbles.

New England is always tough to pick and I think one way or another, they end up with Cameron Jordan.  Jordan is a perfect fit in the 5 technique and will fill the role left open (still) by Richard Seymour.

J.J. Watt could be long gone by the time the 18th selection roles around but if he is, he'll be a Charger.  Dallas and New England are other teams that could take a long look at Watt as he is ranked highly on many boards. 

I struggled to put Ingram here but with the Giants running back situation in limbo and Jacobs looking to be on the outs, Ingram is too good to pass up.  He fits with their rugged offensive style and should provide a solid rushing attack.

Bowers finally comes off the board and Tampa hopes to get the steal of the draft.  Bowers has been hampered by rumors of a cronic knee that could limit his career to a few short years.  If the medical checks out, he will provide the pass rush that has been missing from Tampa for years.

Kansas City was thought to be looking at OT/OL last year and they passed for Eric Berry.  It was the right choice but this year they need to get serious about protecting their rushing attack that has become very potent.  Carimi is a player that can play multple positions along the line and give the staff some options.

The Colts finally address the OT position with this pick.  Solder was once thought to be the cream of the offensive line crop.  This pick should help add a few years to Peyton Manning's career.

The Eagles are in desperate need for defensive help.  Andy Reid has not been afraid to make risky picks with players and Jimmy Smith has a few red flags.  Jimmy Smith has all the tools to be an all-pro type of player. 

The Saints need some help along the defensive line and Clayborn should help bring some stability.  His pass rushing ability will be a key component to getting the Saints back to the Super Bowl.

Seattle is another team that has some needs along the defensive line.  With Mebane looking to exit, Austin could be the next player to step in and wreck havoc.  Austin has some character concerns but that won't scare Pete Carroll away from the huge reward that Austin can provide.

Baltimore has a few needs on defense (secondary, defensive end) and offense (line) and will look to get the best player for their team.  Cameron Heyward was a force at Ohio State and should be a nice replacement at the defensive end position in the Ravens 3-4 scheme.

The Falcons need an impact player at defensive end along with an impact player for their quarterback.  I think the need to pair WR Roddy White with another vertical threat outweighs the needs on defense.  Torrey Smith is a player that can provide that type of vertical playmaking ability and help open the field for QB Matt Ryan.

The Patriots stay here and get a tough player for their aging offensive line.  Watkins played OT at Baylor but will most likely fill the gap at Guard for the Patriots.

The Bears need to protect Jay Cutler or he may not make it through the 2011 season.  Cutler takes too many hits and Sherrod is the best fit for a team that has a few holes they want to fill on both sides of the ball.

*TRADE with New York Jets*

The Titans come back into the first round and get the QB that they though would be long gone.  Jake Locker has all of the intangibles you look for but needs to improve his footwork and pocket awareness.

The Steelers may need a replacement for Ike Taylor and possibly some offensive line help.  Aaron Williams is the best player that could play corner or safety for the Steelers.

The Packers always go with the best player available and Wilkerson is thought to be a top defensive tackle/end in this draft.  If he falls this far, he could start immediately for the Super Bowl Champions.