By Levi Damien of Thoughts From the Dark Side

The Broncos had one of the worst defenses in the NFL last season and the most glaring weakness was along the defensive line. They are shifting out of the 3-4 to the 4-3 and that will require some players to either move positions or move on. The return of Elvis Dumervil at the defensive end spot will help with their lack of a pass rush, but they have no one of any note on the interior. Dareus is considered an extremely safe pick. He is also an ideal 3 technique defensive tackle at the NFL level which is something the Broncos are sorely lacking. Another option here might be to go with Patrick Peterson as the best player on the board.
 
Here's the scouting report on Dareus and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting: 
 
A great fit scheme-wise for the Broncos, Dareus makes a lot of sense as they switch to a more 4-3 type of defense. They have already said they are comfortable with Robert Ayers and Elvis Dumervil at the ends, but they lack an impact rusher on the inside. Patrick Peterson is also an option even though the team resigned Champ Bailey because with Bailey, their secondary still ranked near the bottom of the league. If both are on the board, it'll be a tough choice but a great position for the Broncos on draft day.

By Joe Pinzone of Buffalo Wins

Well, I was afraid of this. I was totally hoping for Fairley or Dareus to be there for me. I'd rather the Bills go defense or better yet, trade down and get some additional picks. I could go with Patrick Peterson, who seems like a stud at cornerback. However, with the way the NFL rules favor wide receivers, I just feel that going with a corner that high isn't smart. Von Miller is a nice player, but the Bills already have a lot of depth at outside linebacker with Chris Kelsay, Arthur Moats and Shawne Merriman.

So, as I've been saying since day 1, if the Bills believe that Cam Newton or Blaine Gabbert are franchise QBs, then you have to go in that direction. For me, I like Newton. The guy scored 50 touchdowns last year for crap sakes! He had a season of the ages, with winning (Charlie Sheen) the Heisman and guiding his team to the National Championship. Plus, and this may sound small time, he's a MAJOR name. You draft him and the Bills go from being an afterthought to "the thought." Also, he wouldn't have to start right away, as Ryan Fitzpatrick is more than a serviceable QB.

Here's the scouting report on Newton and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting:

As are most teams around the league, the Bills seem to be enamoured with Cam Newton. The athletic ability, arm strength, mobility, winning-ability, and the overall appeal of Newton is going to be too much for teams for him to fall out of the Top 5. Ryan Fitzpatrick can be the starter early in his career while Newton develops, but if he and Chan Gailey can co-exist and Newton is willing to develop, the Bills could be getting the next Ben Roethlisberger.

By Dave Biddle of Three-Way Chili

The Bengals don't have a huge need at corner with both Leon Hall and Johnathan Joseph likely in the fold for 2011 (if there is actually a season). However, I fully believe in the BPA theory and Peterson is too good to pass up. Also, Joseph is currently unsigned and would be a restricted free agent under the old collective bargaining agreement. The Bengals gave him the highest tender possible, meaning if another team signs him and Cincinnati doesn't match, the Bengals would get that team's first and third round draft picks the following year.

So, not only is Peterson arguably the most-talented player in the entire draft, the Bengals might have a need at corner if Joseph leaves. And now that we're taking Peterson, we hope someone signs Joseph and we get the aforementioned first and third rounders next year in exchange. Peterson and Hall would be a great combination for years. Many have said that Peterson is the "safest" pick in the 2011 draft and I completely agree with that. The Bengals are thrilled he fell in our lap at pick No. 4.
 
Here's the scouting report on Peterson and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting:
 
Doesn't fill a huge need for the Bengals, but getting arguably the top prospect in this draft is something that the Bengals can't pass on. Reports are that they like Cam Newton and not Blaine Gabbert as much, so no quarterback does coincide with reports, but if Carson Palmer is serious about his desire to leave the team, they may have a tough time passing up on a quarterback. Still, adding even more talent and youth to this defense is a major need and Peterson will help in a multitude of ways.

Despite having an All-Pro WR, the Cardinals had the next to worst aerial attack in the NFL last year and they should be delighted if Blaine Gabbert is still available at #5 on Draft Day.  Gabbert is considered to be the most NFL-ready QB and should be able to start this season and revive the Cardinals' passing game.  Sam Bradford, Matthew Stafford, Mark Sanchez, Josh Freeman, Matt Ryan and Joe Flacco are all recent proof that rookie quarterbacks can start, and succeed, so there's no reason Gabbert can't do the same.
 
Arizona's #2 priority is a 3-4 edge rusher so I also gave strong consideration to LB Von Miller, who is arguably the best player on the board and would cure a lot of defensive woes, but when you have an opportunity to draft a franchise QB, you have to do so.
 
Here's the scouting report on Gabbert and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting:
　
Finding a franchise quarterback has to be the number one priority for the Cardinals, and with the Lockout restricting their ability to trade for Carson Palmer and Kevin Kolb or trade for Donovan McNabb, they'll need to look to the draft to find one. Gabbert isn't as clear-cut of a prospect as recent Top 5 quarterbacks like Matt Ryan, Matt Stafford, Mark Sanchez, and Sam Bradford, but he's got all the tools that coach Ken Whisenhunt wants in a quarterback and is the most NFL ready quarterback of this class.

By Nick Shook of Browns Beat

Do the Browns have serious needs on the defensive line? Absolutely, but team president Mike Holmgren and general manager Tom Heckert will not pass up on a talent such as Green. At six feet, four inches, Green has the size and speed to make the big play as the Browns' number one target. With the switch to the West Coast offense under new head coach Pat Shurmur, the Browns are obviously looking for a  number one receiver with big play capabilities, and Green fits the bill better than any other prospect in the draft. Pairing Green with another tall receiver in Carlton Mitchell (6'3", 215 lbs) will give second-year quarterback Colt McCoy more big targets to throw to in the pass-heavy scheme under Shurmur. Green is also the definition of consistency. If the Browns want to become an excellent passing team, they will select Green with the sixth pick overall, and add a weapon that will bring instant productivity to the offensive side of the ball.
 
Here's the scouting report on Green and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting: 
 
The dream scenario for the Browns, arguably the best player in the draft could very well fall to them at #6 if the draft shakes out this way. Green is one of the Top 2-3 best receiver prospects of the past 10 years, and adding him to Brian Robiskie, Mohammad Massaquoi, and Josh Cribbs makes this receiver unit much better and more promising. If AJ is gone, Julio Jones or a defensive lineman likely will be the pick, but having Green here at #6 is a major win for the Cleveland Browns to build around Colt McCoy.

By Joshua Russell of The Red and Gold

With Patrick Peterson, Blaine Gabbert and Cam Newton all off the board, the 49ers have to address the defensive side of the ball. Von Miller is both a sack artist and plays the coverage really well. With Takeo Spikes having 1-2 years left max and no guarantee that free agent Manny Lawson returns, Von Miller could be the perfect complement to perennial pro bowler and all-world, Patrick Willis. The number four overall player on Mel Kiper's 'Big Board', Von Miller will be too tempting for the 49ers to pass on.
 
Here's the scouting report on Miller and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting: 
 
It's rare that two of the top three or four players in the draft fall out of the Top Five and fall into a spot that fits them perfectly, but that very well could happen with AJ Green in Cleveland and Von Miller in San Francisco. The 49ers have been in dire need of an impact edge rusher. Rumors are that their new coach Jim Harbaugh may want to make the switch to a 4-3, but the team is built around the 3-4 now, and Miller can fit into either one, with time. Miller is both a great value and a great fit, and could make a major impact in the pass rush in his first year in the league.

By Tom Gower of Total Titans

The Titans' biggest need is quarterback, but with Blaine Gabbert off the board, there's not a quarterback I feel comfortable taking.  The next biggest positional need is probably linebacker, but there's not a linebacker who's worth it.  The next best option is somebody to rush the passer.  The Titans have a decent grouping of defensive tackles, but could use an upgrade at end, especially if they don't re-sign Jason Babin.

The choice then comes down to which defensive end.  I considered Quinn and Da'Quan Bowers from Clemson.  If this is the choice the Titans make on draft day, I expect them to choose Bowers if his knee checks out.  Personally, though, I think they need a defensive end with a better burst off the edge to complement last year's first round pick Derrick Morgan.  In that case, Quinn fits the bill.
 
Here's the scouting report on Quinn and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting:
 
The Tennessee Titans are known for looking at the most talented player on the board over the best values or of team need, such as Michael Griffin, Chris Johnson, and Kenny Britt. Still, while Quinn is a great athlete, he has quite a few questions marks that I would consider reasons not to take him such as a benign tumor he had in high school, not playing all of last year, and questions about his development as a player. Still, if no QBs or DTs are available here (their two biggest needs) don't be surprised if the Titans make a somewhat surprising pick and get the most talented player on the board.