NFL Mock Draft 2014 Part 1 (picks 1-10)

1. Houston Texans

Pick: Jadeveon Clowney/ Defensive End/ South Carolina

Analysis: There seems to be an overall feeling that the Texans are going to go with Clowney here, and personally, I like the move. I would love to see what Bill O'Brien can do with Case Keenum. I also am really intrigued by the idea of Clowney and J.J. Watt on the same team, suddenly they cannot double team either of them. And just an aside here, but I would personally use Watt and Clowney on offense in goal line situations, put them as tight ends, they're both huge, and both have the physical ability to run a short route into the end zone and catch it over everyone else.

2. St. Louis Rams

Pick: Greg Robinson/ Offensive Tackle/ Auburn

Analysis: The Rams need an eventual replacement for Jake Long, who is coming off of ACL surgery and has a history of injuries. Now, with this class, I'd take a tackle to groom behind Jake in the second round and take Sammy Watkins here. But the feeling out there is that if the Rams do not trade back they will spend this pick of Robinson, who is an excellent run blocker with the athletic ability to develop into a true Left Tackle. Robinson could start on the right side of the line given his blocking ability and then be moved to the left once Jake Long is no longer a Ram, or no longer performing at a high level.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars

Pick: Johnny Manziel/ QB/ Texas A&M

Analysis: This is the perfect pick for the Jaguars in my opinion, allowing them to imitate Seattle even more. Manziel does two things for Jacksonville, it gives them a franchise QB in the vein of Russell Wilson and it gives people a reason to care about Jacksonville, the way that RGIII made people want to watch Washington on a national stage. Given Gus Bradley's rebuilt defense and strong offensive weapons, adding a franchise QB here just makes good sense. The only way I could see this changing is if Gus decides to go with a defensive playmaker in Khalil Mack.

4. Cleveland Browns

Pick: Sammy Watkins/ WR/ Clemson

Analysis: The idea of an offense having Sammy Watkins, Josh Gordon, and Jordan Cameron is just downright scary. If Brian Hoyer can pick up where he left off Cleveland could be a surprise playoff contender (a surprise to only people not living in the state of Ohio more than likely).

5. Oakland Raiders

Pick: Khalil Mack/ LB/DE / Buffalo

Analysis: Oakland is available to take the best player here, and is able to add an extremely versatile player to their retooled defense. Rather they want him to play DE or LB he can play anywhere. Mack has shown the ability to be a truly dominating pass rusher. He aslo has the speed and coverage ability to be a Von Miller/Mathias Kiwanuka type of OLB. Adding Mack to Oakland's defense could make the black hole, once again, a scary place to play.

6. Atlanta Falcons

Pick: Jake Matthews/ OL/ Texas A&M

Analysis: The Falcons desperately need help on the offensive line. Jake gives them not only a great O-Lineman but also a versatile one. Matthews has played in different spots along the line, including having extensive knowledge at Center. This combined with his status as being part of the "Mannings of the Line" family and his film junkie tendencies make him precisely the player that Falcons need.

7. Tam Bay Buccaneers

Pick: Mike Evans/ WR/ Texas A&M

Analysis: After trading Mike Williams the Bucs only solid receiver is Vincent Jackson. Adding Mike Evans gives them a guy who is like Hines Ward mixed with Plaxico Burress with a little Antonio Gates thrown in. He has the ability to be an effective blocker, always a plus as a receiver, especially on a team where Doug Martin is likely to be a huge part of the offense. His raw size and instincts on how to get open make him a lethal red zone target and will make him a very effective target on 3rd downs. The only real issue with him is he sometimes loses his temper and makes a boneheaded move, but you have to love the kids heart.

8. Minnesota Vikings

Pick: CJ Mosley/ ILB/ Alabama

Analysis: Despite all the talk of a QB here, the Vikings have two solid game mangers in Christian Ponder and Matt Cassell already on the roster. Mike Zimmer goes with a defender forged in the fires of the SEC over a project QB like Bortles.

9. Buffalo Bills

Pick: Eric Ebron/ TE/ North Carolina

Analysis: This pick gives EJ Manuel a solid security blanket to throw to, and gives them a strong TE tandem with Scott Chandler. Along with the dynamic duo in the backfield, and Stevie Johnson at WR the Bills are looking to have a potent offense this year if Manuel can stay healthy.

10. Detroit Lions

Pick: Justin Gilbert/ CB/ Oklahoma State

Analysis: Detroit desperately needs a number one CB and Gilbert is the best cover corner in the draft. His only real weakness is in run support, but as a coverage guy, no one is better in this draft.