Weekly Friday FoS 2014 NFL Mock Draft: 1st Round

Feb 25, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys defensive back Justin Gilbert stands in line for a drill during the 2014 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

26. Cleveland Browns (from Indianapolis)
Justin Gilbert

This pick could change due to decisions in free agency, particularly Shields, but Gilbert had an amazing Combine and would be a great fit across from Haden. Gilbert may not last this far but if he does the Browns would do backflips on the way down the aisle to get him. Ebron, Manziel and others would also be in play here.

27. New Orleans Saints
Kyle Van Noy

Give Rob Ryan more toys to play with on defense and let him go to work. Van Noy can be used all over the field and will wreck the opponents game plan. Ryan will find unique ways to use him his rookie year before a more steady role in the years to come.

28. Carolina Panthers
Zack Martin

With the retirement of Jordan Gross the Panthers add another need on their pile at offensive tackle. Martin might struggle on the left side but the Panthers need to keep Cam Newton healthy and their running game humming. Martin should be able to help. A wide receiver opposite, and replacing, Steve Smith would be helpful as well.

29. New England Patriots
Eric Ebron

Probably another dream scenario for both player and team. The Patriots get another big athletic tight end and Ebron gets to play with Tom Brady and a team that knows how to utilize a tight end. Backflips to the podium, maybe even with a twist on the way.

30. San Francisco 49ers
Davante Adams

A few options for the 49ers here but Adams has a high upside and should be able to play right away. Adding him to Michael Crabtree, Vernon Davis and Boldin is a huge boon for Colin Kaepernick.