The much anticipated NFL draft finally occurred this past weekend. Here is a look at the top five picks and a brief analysis of each player.
1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck QB- No surprise here for the Colts as this was expected since Peyton Manning left for the Broncos. Luck has big shoes to fill but hopefully he can turn a franchise that won two games last season into Super Bowl contenders.
2. Washington Redskins: Robert Griffin III QB- RG3 comes into an organization that has been trying to find their franchise quarterback for over a decade. The Redskins gave up numerous picks for RG3 so they are hoping he is not a bust. The Heisman Trophy winner will try and lead the Redskins to their first winning season in four years.
3. Cleveland Browns: Trent Richardson RB- The Browns traded up for by far the most talented running back in this class. After the Browns finished last in almost every offensive category last season, they knew they needed to draft a playmaker and Richardson will be stepping into that role instantly. Hopefully he can perform and I am sure he will after how successful he was at Alabama.
4. Minnesota Vikings: Matt Kalil OT- The Vikings moved back one spot and still obtained the best offensive lineman in the draft. Christian Ponder, the Vikings rookie quarterback last year, was sacked quite a bit as the offensive line struggled throughout the season. Kalil will be hoping to add some stability to the offensive line and help the young Ponder stay on his feet.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Justin Blackmon WR- Shockingly, not a single Jaguars wide receiver caught over 100 passes last season as the offense was ranked near to last in every single offensive category. Blackmon was a complete monster in college and will try to bring some energy and talent to such a dreadful offense. Young quarterback Blaine Gabbert will finally have a legitimate player to throw to and his stats will definitely improve.
Rest of the first round picks:
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