2015 NFL Mock Draft Tag-team
By Dan Salem
Nov 1, 2014; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14) before the game against the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Olmos-USA TODAY Sports
87. . Offensive Tackle. Miami. Ereck Flowers. 21. player
Dan: Cam Newton needs more protection up front, so Flowers is the perfect pick for Carolina. They have the receiving weapons and a team of running backs, so look for Flowers to have instant impact next season.
. Defensive Tackle. Ohio State. Mike Bennett. 22. player. 13
Todd: San Diego could also use some offensive line help. It doesn’t do it any good that back to back teams ahead of it selected tackles. Instead, the Chargers will address their front seven on the defensive side by taking Michael Bennett. They needed lots of help stopping the run.
player. 46. . Linebacker. Georgia. Leonard Floyd. 23
Dan: The Colts’ defense got exposed in 2014 for their inability to pressure the quarterback, yielding big games for the league’s best signal callers. By bolstering its linebacker unit with Floyd, Indianapolis will fill at least one defensive hole heading into next season.
24. player. 55. . Cornerback. Oregon. Ifo Ekpre-Olomu
Todd: Although a bit of a reach, Pittsburgh has a strong need at defensive back and Ifo Ekpre-Olomu is one of the more versatile players at his position. He may have been a first-round pick if he entered the draft last year. By returning, he failed to improve his stock much but remains a solid prospect at a light position.
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