2013 NFL Mock Draft 1.0

Oct 6, 2012; Berkeley, CA, USA; California Golden Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen (21) after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the UCLA Bruins at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Stanton-USA TODAY Sports

11) San Diego Chargers – OT Eric Fisher (Central Michigan) – Senior

NFL scouts cannot get enough Eric Fisher’s size (6-7, 305) and athleticism. According to NFL.com, Fisher is a “strong anchor in pass protection.” How could this not be a positive for the Chargers and Philip Rivers? Mike McCoy will see that he will need to handle his personnel better than Norv Turner to be successful in San Diego. Fisher could either be a nice pick for San Diego or a late round steal for a different team.

12) Miami Dolphins – WR Keenan Allen (California) – Junior

In last year’s draft, Miami drafted their quarterback of the future. Now, they need to find him a quality target. That target could be Keenan Allen. According to NFL.com, Allen is a “reliable No. 1 receiver prospect.” He can run slants, cross patterns, outs, and verticals. His biggest weakness had to do with where he came from. At Cal, Allen’s development was hurt due to the fact that his quarterback could only attack portions of the field with confidence. Although, Allen could be the #1 to fit Tannehill nicely in Miami.

13) Tampa Bay Buccaneers – LB Alec Ogletree (Georgia) – Junior

Every time people talk about Ogletree, they mention the words “sideline-to-sideline tackler.” He can play both inside and outside which makes him versatile. Tampa Bay could consider it a steal if he falls to #13. He looks like a nice fit in Tampa on the strong-side.

14) Carolina Panthers – DT Sheldon Richardson (Missouri) – Junior

One of the biggest needs for Carolina is a defensive tackle. Too be honest, has their defensive tackles looked good since they traded Julius “Giardiniera” Peppers to Chicago? Sheldon Richardson could be the prospect to bring respectable defensive end presence back to Carolina. He is quick and disruptive and his only weakness is that his upper-body strength isn’t “elite.”

15) New Orleans Saints – LB Dion Jordan (Oregon) – Senior

The underlying theme of this year’s first round will be “pass rushers” and don’t expect that to change with the New Orleans Saints. New Orleans is coming off of their worst season is recent years. Oregon’s Dion Jordan could help the Saints’ defensive climb back up into a respected area. Oregon used him all over the field. Jordan could step into New Orleans outside spot and provide an almost instant upgrade. Jordan’s biggest concern is his strength. However, he would still look nice in New Orleans.