2015 NFL Mock Draft: Titans take Amari Cooper
By Matt Reed
Dec 6, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Amari Cooper (9) looks for running room after a pass reception as Missouri Tigers defensive back Kenya Dennis (7) moves to force him out of bounds in the second quarter of the 2014 SEC Championship at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
The 2015 NFL Draft is still four months away, but it’s never too early to start speculating what will go down in April. There are conversations to be had as to who is the best quarterback available. Is it Marcus Mariota? Jameis Winston? Then, who’s the best running back available? Obviously Melvin Gordon had an unbelievable season, but isn’t Todd Gurley still the best all-around back when healthy? These and many other questions will remain unanswered for the next few months, but with that being said, let’s unveil my 2015 NFL Mock Draft:
Marcus Mariota. 1. player. 48. Mariota has the potential to bring his dangerous dual-threat abilities to the NFL and succeed right away. This year, Mariota has accounting for 52 touchdowns, while only turning the ball over twice. He will likely be named Heisman on Saturday, before his Oregon Ducks enter the first ever College Playoff. Jameis Winston has the Florida connection, but Mariota appears to be the top quarterback at this time.. Quarterback. Oregon
player. 35. Cooper has the talent to make an easy transition to the Nation Football League, like another former Alabama star, Julio Jones. He isn’t the tallest player that position, but he goes up to grab everything in sight and runs every route precisely. He’ll be a real asset to any team that drafts him. The Titans appear to have a quarterback in Zach Mettenberger, when he returns from injury. Cooper will be a great target for him in the passing game.. Wide receiver. Alabama. Amari Cooper. 2
USC. Leonard Williams. 3. player. 52. Williams is a force to be reckoned with in the middle of the defensive line. His power is almost unmatched, and he helps create opportunities for defensive ends to succeed. Gus Bradley is building a strong team in Jacksonville, and Williams will be a force on the defensive side of the ball.. Defensive tackle
30. Winston may be the best quarterback in the draft, but his off-field issues will likely cause him to fall in the draft. Number 4 may be too high, but his talent is undeniable. He has had some dreadful first halves this season, but always managed to rally and bring his team back in the second half. The Jets desperately need help at the quarterback position, so they’ll take a chance on Winston.. Quarterback. Florida State. Jameis Winston. 4. player