11. Houston Texans
Offense
The Houston Texans boasted an impressive offense like always last year. Matt Schaub and Andre Johnson made fantasy owners pretty happy last year. Arian Foster was the surprise of the year and joined Priest Holmes as one of the best undrafted RBs in the history of the league. The offense was not the problem.
Defense
The Texans fielded an embarrassing defense last year, which contributed to their horrible rankings. Mario Williams and Brian Cushing are the two defensive starters who made the biggest impact. The Texans desperately need pass defense help and they may need to reach here.
This is why Houston will select...
Brandon Harris, CB-Miami
The Texans need DB help and fast. Harris can help mitigate the problems that plagued the Texans last year. Case in point: the game vs the Jets.
12. Minnesota Vikings
Offense
The Vikings were average on offense last year. Quarterback Brett Favre seemed to be ineffective and was a large reason the Vikings were so bad last year. He wasn't the only problem, though. Reciever Sidney Rice and Tight End Visanthe Shiancoe were non factors for most of the season as well. The loss of Chester Taylor helped to slightly diminish the effectiveness of Adrian Peterson.
Defense
The Vikings pass defense suffered for much of last year with young DBs manning the secondary. The pass rush came to life the second half of the year, but it wasn't enough as the Vikings had a sub-par year. Ray Edwards is likely leaving in free agency which will hurt the Vikes.
This is why Minnesota will select...
J.J. Watt, DE-Wisconsin
The Vikings usually have a good defensive front and with the loss of perhaps one member of the Williams Wall and Ray Edwards, the Vikings are in the market for some DL help. The secondary needs help too, but a good pass rush will help that.
13. Detroit Lions
Offense
The Lions showed some glimmers of hope this past season. If quarterback Matthew Stafford can stay healthy, the Lions offense may be a dominating force. It's amazing what a couple years without Matt Millen can do to your team.
Defense
The Lions have improved on defense as well. The once porous defense has fixed some of it's holes and is becoming more of a solid unit. Still, the pass defense is hurting.
This is why Detroit will select...
Jimmy Smith, CB-Colorado
Good pick for the Lions if they can get it. With the front 7 playing well, a good secondary will make this defense become a top 10 unit.
14. St. Louis Rams
Offense
The Rams exceeded expectations in 2010. Led by rookie QB Sam Bradford, the Rams were contenders for the NFC West title. The Rams have the least know star in all of sports, Stephen Jackson, at running back and he is able to put up good numbers year after year. The WRs are a problem for STL, however.
Defense
The Rams front few are a solid group. The secondary is lacking a bit, especially after OJ Atogwe left for Washington. The problem is the safety class is extremely weak this year and taking one at 14 is more than a reach.
This is why St. Louis Rams will select...
Torrey Smith, WR-Maryland
This pick will help St. Louis offensively. Bradford lacked weapons most of the year. Smith will help shore up this group.
15. Miami Dolphins
Offense
The Dolphins sputtered on offense last year. The running game couldn't get going, Chad Henne was mediocre at best, and Brandon Marshall was disappointing to say the least. The offensive line continued to play well, however.
Defense
On defense, Cameron Wake was a surprised to most people outside of Miami. The OLB racked up sacks and was in the running for defensive player of the year. The secondary, however, was much more suspect. Benny Sapp was the only player for Miami to intercept more than one ball. He only had 2 interceptions. But the talent well has been sucked dry for defensive backs this early, so look for Miami to go elsewhere.
This is why Miami will select...
Mark Ingram, RB-Alabama
Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams may BOTH be shown the door. Neither had a particularly impressive season. Look for Miami to move on.
16. Jacksonville Jaguars
Offense
Maurice Jones-Drew had another impressive year, but the Jaguars are lacking some top players. QB is a big question mark for Jax as well as WR. Mike Simms Walker was disappointing and David Garrard has been less than stellar.
Defense
The Jaguars need some upgrades on defense. The DBs weren't terrible, but the DL was very average. The Jags had one of the bottom defenses.
This is why Jacksonville will select...
Aldon Smith, DE-Missouri
The Jags need a pass rusher to compliment Aaron Kampman and give them a nice ROI on him. If Kampman can stay healthy, the Jags will have a nice front 4.
17. New England Patriots
Offense
Tom Brady led one of the most ridiculously precise offenses I've ever seen. Throwing only 4 interceptions in 16 games is unheard of. The Pats do lack a full time running back, but BenJarvis Green Ellis is more than serviceable. The receivers are pretty solid as well.
Defense
The Patriots have a young defense. They create lots of turnovers but also give up yardage. The Patriots benefited a lot from this aggressive group of young guys.
This is why New England will select...
Anthony Castonzo, OT-Boston College
The Patriots don't have too many holes, but their offensive tackles are getting up there in age. This is a great opportunity for the Patriots to stockpile a quality offensive tackle.
18. San Diego Chargers
Offense
Philip Rivers continued to make something out of nothing last year. Whatever receivers were given to him, he utilized. Ryan Matthews was a very solid RB and the line held up relatively well.
Defense
The Chargers were one of the better defenses as well last year. If there was a hole that needed to be addressed it would be along the defensive line.
This is why San Diego will select...
Phil Taylor, DT/DE-Baylor
The Chargers will be able to use him for run support and is a good, big body to use in the 3-4.
19. New York Giants
Offense
Please don't kill me for saying this, Giants fans. The fact that you were 10-6 was nothing short of a miracle. Eli Manning had one of the worst seasons of his career tossing tons of INTs. Eli never had time to throw and the WRs, often young and inexperienced, dropped several catchable balls. Some of those drops even turned into interceptions.
Defense
The Giants have plenty of depth here, the problem is staying healthy. The Giants do need a LB, but this class is very weak at that position.
This is why New York will select...
Nate Solder, OT-Colorado
The Giants will get immediate dividends from this pick. Solder is versatile and is an extremely hard working player. He fits the mold of a traditional New York Giant lineman and will be a solid contributor.
20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Offense
Josh Freeman was a surprise for the Bucs as he was a top contributor. He helped lead the Bucs along with Mike Williams, LeGarrett Blount, and Kellen Winslow Jr. These players create a solid core of players who will be around for years to come in Tampa.
Defense
Geno Hayes and Barrett Ruud were both solid contributors and Aqib Talib led a secondary that forced 19 interceptions in 2010. With rookie Gerald McCoy playing well, this defense looks good as well.
This is why Tampa will take...
Justin Houston, DE/OLB-Georgia
The Bucs have a solid defense, but need more explosive pass rushers. The Bucs will benefit from a player like Houston and he can even help make the secondary stronger.
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