Updated two-round 2012 NFL mock draft

1. Indianapolis Colts - Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford
The Colts need so much more than a quarterback — especially if he's a backup for a year or two — but in a mock that doesn't include trades this has to be the pick. If the Colts take Luck, it becomes critical they hit on three or four more picks in the 2012 draft.

2. St. Louis Rams - Matt Kalil, OT, USC
No matter who picks second in the draft, Kalil will be the choice. He's a franchise left tackle who should start for a decade and be really good. I'm not quite as high on Kalil's potential greatness, but he profiles as a Pro Bowl player. Given the great need for offensive tackles in the NFL, it wouldn't be a shock if some team even looked into trade into this spot to take Kalil.

3. Minnesota Vikings - Morris Claiborne, CB, LSU
The Vikings are currently 30th in the league in pass defense and starting Benny Sapp and Cedric Griffin on the outside. Claiborne isn't as good as previous top 10 cornerbacks Patrick Peterson or Joe Haden but he'd start as a rookie and upgrade a poor unit. With Christian Ponder in place, this should be another pick that is shopped around to a team looking to draft a quarterback.

4. Carolina Panthers - Jonathan Martin, OT, Stanford
The Panthers may clamor for Claiborne, but should be happy settling for Martin. On the left side, Jordan Gross is 31 and Jeff Otah can't stay healthy. On the right, Martin would immediately be an upgrade over Byron Bell, who has been decent. With his power blocking style, Martin would fit into the Panthers offensive scheme perfectly.

5. Washington Redskins - Matt Barkley, QB, USC
The question about Washington won't be what position they draft, but what quarterback they choose. The notion among draft analysts is that head coach Mike Shanahan would prefer an athletic quarterback based on his past. But just because he was fortunate enough to coach a less-mobile John Elway and he drafted Jay Cutler doesn't make it imperial proof he'll go with the more athletic Robert Griffin III. Barkley gives the Redskins a better chance to win immediately while Griffin looks to face more growing pains adapting to the NFL.

6. Cleveland Browns - Trent Richardson, RB, Alabama
The Browns are in a difficult position in the 2012 draft because they quarterback/coach cycle they're on. Do they take a quarterback here? If so, if the team struggles while he learns, would coach Pat Shurmur be kept following two bad seasons? Incumbent quarterback Colt McCoy hasn't necessarily been given a fair shake this season. There's been the Peyton Hillis drama, suspect play calling, bad line play and average wide receiver production. If the Browns went with Richardson, who is far and away the best running back in the class, Hillis' days in Cleveland are over. Wide receiver could be a consideration here as well.

7. Miami Dolphins - Robert Griffin III, QB, Baylor
Once strong contenders for Andrew Luck, settling on Robert Griffin III wouldn't be a bad consolation for the Dolphins. Matt Moore has been decent for the Dolphins, which could allow the team to ease Griffin into the starting spot. Once he's ready to start, Griffin could give the Dolphins as exciting of an offense as you'll see in the NFL.

8. Jacksonville Jaguars - Justin Blackmon, WR, Oklahoma State
If the Jaguars want Blaine Gabbert to be a success, they have to give him better wide receivers. The top wide out for the Jaguars this season is Mike Thomas. He doesn't even have 400 yards receiving this year. In fact, no Jaguars receiver has more than the 415 of tight end Marcedes Lewis. There may not be a team in the NFL with more No. 3 wide receivers than the Jaguars.

9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Dre Kirkpatrick, CB, Alabama
Tampa Bay went from being one of the surprise teams of 2010 to being one of the most disappointing in 2011. The team is 26th in pass defense and it may be time to find that replacement for 36-year-old Ronde Barber.

10. Kansas City Chiefs - Riley Reiff, OT, Iowa
The Chiefs face a tough situation if they can't land Griffin or Barkley in the first round. Right now, a nose tackle doesn't look like good idea this high – though Memphis' Dontari Poe is a consideration. Wide receiver could also be the thought, especially if Scott Pioli wants to give Matt Cassel another weapon to help him succeed.

11. Philadelphia Eagles - Luke Kuechly, MLB, Boston College
It's time to buck some trends. The Eagles are a team that rarely takes linebackers this early in the draft, but Kuechly needs to be the exception. If the Eagles want their defense to succeed, they need a smart, sure tackler like Kuechly. He's the kind of player who could make everyone else around him look better by masking their deficiencies.

12. Buffalo Bills - Nick Perry, DE/OLB, Southern California
It's true, Perry would be another defensive end to linebacker convert who is high on athleticism and a little light on production. But it's time for Bills fans to get over what happened with Aaron Maybin. Just because a player of a similar mold didn't work doesn't mean it should be avoided going forward. If the Bills want their 3-4 scheme to be a success, a better pass rush is needed.

13. Arizona Cardinals - Mike Adams, OT, Ohio State
Adams is a player whose stock should rise during the offseason process. This is quite early for him, but it should prove how severely the Cardinals need offensive tackle help. Adams is an immense tackle with better athleticism than you'd expect for a 6-foot-8 lineman. Don't be worried about his suspension at the beginning of the season. He was dominant in the games he played.

14. Seattle Seahawks - David DeCastro, G, Stanford
The top needs for the Seahawks are a quarterback and a pass rusher. Obviously there are no quarterbacks worth this high of a pick. The better pass rushers available don't fit what the Seahawks look for in the Leo position. DeCastro would be somewhat of a luxury pick for the Seahawks, but would be better than either Robert Gallery or John Moffitt. He could also start at right guard and Moffitt could be used a center, where he played early in his college career.

15. San Diego Chargers - Quinton Coples, DE, North Carolina
Vaughn Martin has been a nice surprise for the Chargers this season, but there's nothing to prove he's little more than a one-year wonder. Coples, once thought to be a top-five pick, would be a perfect fit in a 3-4 set. He's strong at the point of attack and can be dominant against the run. He struggles some firing off the snap, but that gets masked some in a three-man front.

16. Dallas Cowboys - Janoris Jenkins, CB, North Alabama
Pick any cornerback in the first round and he'd be an upgrade for the Cowboys. In fact, it won't be a surprise to see the Cowboys come out of the draft next year with two new cornerbacks. Jenkins has elite talent that is besieged by questionable character. If you think that would stop Jerry Jones from drafting Jenkins, you don't know much about the NFL.

17. Tennessee Titans - Peter Konz, C, Wisconsin
Center is a position the Titans were expected to address in the draft last year, but decided to go with a quarterback and help on defense. Konz missed the last few games of Wisconsin's season, but he's the center equivalent of DeCastro. He's that good.

18. New York Giants - Dont'a Hightower, MLB, Alabama
The Giants may want more athleticism from their linebackers, but Hightower is a plug and play guy who would start as a rookie. A reliable middle linebacker is exactly what the Giants' defense needs and Hightower is much more than that.

19. Chicago Bears - Michael Floyd, WR, Notre Dame
There are some teams whose needs are so evident they're impossible to ignore. For the Bears, it's been wide receiver for about three years. Floyd really blossomed as a senior, despite having similar production of past seasons. He's a much leaner and quicker wide receiver while still retaining his strength. Floyd may not even last this long in the drat, but he's here now and would be a steal for the Bears.

20. Cincinnati Bengals - Kelechi Osemele, OT/G, Iowa State
Bobbie Williams, at 35, may face retirement after suffering a season-ending injury this year. His replacement, Clint Boling, has been less than ideal. Osemele is a big power blocker who could play guard or even move out to right tackle in the future.

21. Cincinnati Bengals (from Oakland Raiders) - Lamar Miller, RB, Miami
Cedric Benson's production has dropped and he's averaged less than four yards per carry the last two seasons. He's also 28. His backup Bernard Scott has never shown the ability to take over the top spot. Miller, who is entering the draft following his redshirt sophomore year, could start for the Bengals for years. He's quick and has great cut and burst ability.

22. Cleveland Browns (from Atlanta Falcons) - Cordy Glenn, OT/G, Georgia
The right side of the offensive line has gotten the Browns in trouble all season. Glenn could start next season at either right guard or tackle for the Browns and be an upgrade to Shawn Luavao or Tony Pashos. Linebacker, cornerback or wide receiver would also be strongly considered here. Needless to say, the Browns need big-time help at multiple positions.

23. New York Jets - Courtney Upshaw, OLB, Alabama
If there were a book about Rex Ryan's coaching philosophy, his love for pass rushers wouldn't be footnote. In fact, it would probably be the first few chapters. While Aaron Maybin has been a revelation for the Jets this season, Upshaw is an every down linebacker who has the strength the Jets covet in linebackers. Upshaw is strong enough that the Jets could line him up at end in certain formations.

24. Denver Broncos - Devon Still, DT, Penn State
The Broncos need a player like Marcel Dareus — a stout end that can make some big plays without much help. Still isn't the most natural transition to end in a 3-4, but he should have enough athleticism to be a factor on the outside. Imagine a system with Still holding the edge with Von Miller coming in behind him. Scary.

25. Detroit Lions - Zach Brown, OLB, North Carolina
It's true that outside linebacker isn't the biggest need for the Lions. But general manager Martin Mayhew proved this year pick Nick Fairley that he lives by the best player available philosophy Brown far and away represents that and while Justin Durant is solid, Brown could be a star.

26. New England Patriots - Melvin Ingram, OLB/DE, South Carolina
There are several areas of need on the Patriots' defense. New England didn't take a pass rusher in last year's draft, which has forced the team to run more 4-3 formations this season. While the pass rush has been moderately successful, a switch back to predominantly a 3-4 would rely on the team drafting a pass rusher. Ingram has been electric at times while standing up outside the tackle. Considering he's one of the draft's most versatile players, Bill Belichick could fall in love.

27. San Francisco 49ers - Alshon Jeffery, WR, South Carolina
Jeffery has slipped this far because of a lack of production this season and some worries about his separation skills. At this point, though, he's a big-time steal. Under Jim Harbaugh, he'd be forced to play hard, which there have been questions about with Jeffery. He's a top 10 talent, though, and could become a factor in the team's passing offense as a rookie.

28. New England Patriots (from New Orleans Saints) - Chase Minniefield, CB, Virginia
Year after year the Patriots seem to target defensive backs only to see them disappoint. While Minnifield's upside may not be as high as other cornerbacks, his bust factor is extremely low. He has the size to match up well with the bigger AFC East wide receivers like Stevie Johnson of the Bills and Brandon Marshall of the Dolphins, but enough quickness to not get beat over the top.

29. Houston Texans - Dontari Poe, DT, Memphis
The Wade Phillips defense has never really been built around nose tackle, but imagine what a guru like him could do with a player like Poe. Arguably the best nose eligible for the draft, Poe is a hulking figure up front who can occupy blockers and collapse the line. He'd take some pressure of ends J.J. Watt and Antonio Smith, which will allow Houston's linebackers to make even more plays. The biggest beneficiaries of playing with someone like Poe will be Houston's inside linebackers.

30. Baltimore Ravens - Michael Brewster, C, Ohio State
What Baltimore really needs is a true franchise left tackle, which they haven't really had since Jonathan Ogden retired. Unfortunately drafting in the back end of the first round greatly hurts the team's chances to do that. At center, Matt Birk is in the final year of his contract and may retire at the end of the season.

31. Pittsburgh Steelers - Brandon Washington, G, Miami
Washington is the blue print for what the Steelers like to have with their offensive linemen. He's a physical blocker who can drive defenders backward. He struggled some this season playing tackle, but would be an immediate starter at guard for the Steelers.

32. Green Bay Packers - Jared Crick, DT, Nebraska
There are some picks that just seem so obvious. This is one of them. The Packers' defense has struggled this season due in part to the play of the defensive ends. Crick would be a lot like Cameron Heyward was in this year's draft for Pittsburgh. He wouldn't necessarily become a starter from the get go, but would see considerable playing time while developing.

33. Indianapolis Colts - Alfonzo Dennard, CB, Nebraska
There are so many possibilities for the Colts with this pick. They would be fine going after a running back or linebacker. Dennard seems like a bigger impact player. Don't forget, many thought he outplayed first-round pick Prince Amukamara at Nebraska in 2010.

35. Minnesota Vikings - Mohamed Sanu, WR, Rutgers
Percy Harvin can be a great player for the Vikings but struggles when they ask him to play outside on every play. Sanu could hold the outside spot, letting Harvin be versatile.

36. Carolina Panthers - Stephon Gilmore, CB, South Carolina
Captain Munnerlyn has been a decent player for the Panthers but would be much better in the slot. Gilmore is a big cornerback who would pair nicely with Chris Gamble.

37. Washington Redskins - Kendall Wright, WR, Baylor
Washington's offense would get a kick start by pairing Wright with whatever quarterback they draft in the first round. Wright has the speed that Mike Shanahan often seeks at wide receiver.

38. Cleveland Browns - Whitney Mercilus, DE, Illinois
Rookie Jabaal Sheard has been solid at one defensive end spot for the Browns this season, but more talent is needed to rush the passer consistently. Mercilu, a local product from Akron, has had a break out year.

39. Miami Dolphins - Dwayne Allen, TE, Clemson
Allen is the best tight end eligible for the 2012 draft and would be an upgrade over Athony Fasano. There is no better safety valve for young quarterbacks than a sure-handed tight end and Allen would fit perfectly.

40. Jacksonville Jaguars - Andre Branch, DE, Clemson
The Jaguars' current leader in sacks is Jeramy Mincey with 5.5 and Aaron Kampman has turned out to be a bad signing. Clearly, end is as big of a need for Jacksonville as wide receiver.

41. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Vontaze Burfict, MLB, Arizona State
Here is another top talent sliding. Burfict has struggled this season but could play on the weak side due to his athleticism.

42. Kansas City Chiefs - Josh Chapman, NT, Alabama
If the Chiefs can't get a first-round quarterback, they shouldn't take one in the second just because there are some available. Ricky Stanzi would be just as worthy of a chance. Instead, take a proven nose tackle who can replace Kelly Gregg.

43. Philadelphia Eagles - Robert Lester, FS, Alabama
The Eagles continue to have safety issues after unsuccessfully trying to replace Brian Dawkins.

44. Buffalo Bills - Nick Toon, WR, Wisconsin
The Bills have a nice young wide receiver group and Toon would add to that. He's a dynamic pass catcher who works the sidelines better than just about any wide out in this year's draft.

46. Seattle Seahawks - Landry Jones, QB, Oklahoma
The feeling is that Jones is returning for his senior season, but since he hasn't announced yet, he's being considered for this mock. He's not the athletic quarterback the Seahawks may look at, but at this point in the draft he's a good pickup.

47. San Diego Chargers - Bruce Irvin, DE/OLB West Virginia
The Chargers took a bust in Larry English, but Irvin is a much more explosive player. He's miscast in the West Virginia 3-3-5 defense and could see his stock skyrocket during the NFL Scouting Combine.

48. Dallas Cowboys - Mark Barron, SS, Alabama
Abram Elam was so bad the Browns didn't want him back after last season. That should tell you plenty about the Cowboys' strong safety situation. Barron is an experienced, heady player who may never be a superstar but won't disappoint.

49. Tennessee Titans - Vinny Curry, DE, Marshall
Although they've added several nice pieces to the defense, the Titans need more speed getting after the passer. Curry is a natural 4-3 end with good quickness off the line of scrimmage.

50. New York Giants - Levy Adcock, OT, Oklahoma State
Adcock has had a great career for Oklahoma State, and reportedly hasn't allowed a sack this season. He could play any number of positions for the Giants.

51. Cincinnati Bengals - Brandon Boykin, CB, Georgia
The Bengals have struggled some this season after losing Jonathan Joseph to free agency last offseason. While Boykin isn't an exact replacement, he's better than Adam Jones.

52. Chicago Bears - Zebrie Sanders, OT, Florida State
The Bears need to come out of the next offseason with a left tackle. If they don't, the offense will continue to struggle. Sanders has some upside thanks to his athleticism.

53. New England Patriots (from Oakland Raiders) - Alameda Ta'amu
If the Patriots want to continue shifting between the 4-3 and 3-4 defense, a player like Ta'amu would be a perfect fit on the line. He's not a natural nose tackle, but could be lined up at end and shifted inside in four-man fronts.

54. Atlanta Falcons - Kevin Zeitler, G, Wisconsin
The Flacons have needed to address their offensive line for a couple years. At this point, Zeitler is the best lineman available, though the Falcons could look to trade up for a tackle.

55. New York Jets - T.J. McDonald, FS, Southern California
This is the kind of safety that Rex Ryan is going to fall in love with. He's big, likes to lay a hit and is good in coverage. McDonald be able to play both safety spots in the Jets' system.

56. Detroit Lions - David Wilson, RB, Virginia Tech
Jahvid Best is a solid running back, but has a serious injury history. Wilson would be a steal at this point and could take over as the team's top running back. Finding carries for both Best and Wilson would be a good problem for the Lions to have.

57. Denver Broncos - Chris Polk, RB, Washington
If the Broncos want to be a run-first team going forward (which they should), help for an aging Willis McGahee is needed. Polk is a strong running back, and head coach John Fox may see a little Jonathan Stewart in his game.

58. San Francisco 49ers - Markelle Martin, FS, Oklahoma State
If Dashon Goldson isn't re-signed this offseason, free safety could become San Francisco's greatest need. Even if he is, depth would be nice and Martin could even play corner in nickel situations.

59. New England Patriots - Marvin McNutt, WR, Iowa
To call Chad Ochocinco a bust in New England would be an understatement. McNutt could develop into a No. 1 receiver and has the ability to get vertical.

60. New Orleans Saints - Jerel Worthy, DT, Michigan State
Worthy may not be the stout, power tackle the Saints need but he would be a great pickup at this point in the draft. The Saints have to help the front seven of their defense and Worthy is arguably the best player available here.

62. Baltimore Ravens - Kevin Reddick, MLB, North Carolina
Reddick would be an ideal choice if the Ravens finally want to find a replacement, or even a foil, for Ray Lewis.

63. Pittsburgh Steelers - Audie Cole, MLB, North Carolina State
Cole could eventually take the place of James Farrior in the middle. He's a big effort player with good athleticism. He could be a star in a system like the Steelers employ.

64. Green Bay Packers - Brandon Jenkins, DE/OLB, Florida State
It was hard to find a spot for Jenkins after not mocking him to the Jets, Steelers or Patriots. I'd expect him to go much higher than this, and if not the Packers get a good player opposite Clay Matthews.