For all the talk of Marcus Mariota and other top prospects driving trade talks, little movement occurred on the first day of the 2015 NFL Draft. That could change early on Day 2, however, with teams targeting the first several picks of the second round.
2015 NFL Draft: Trades possible at the top of the second round
Trade talk ended Round 1, and it begins Round 2.
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The aggressive trading almost began at the end of Round 1. Based on reports from Thursday, it appears the Houston Texans nearly closed on a deal with the New England Patriots to jump back into the first round, likely for Indiana running back Tevin Coleman. However, the Patriots ultimately decided to hold onto the selection and took Texas defensive tackle Malcom Brown. The Texans, who don't pick again until No. 51, could attempt to trade up again to secure their target.
Houston won't be the only team calling. NFL Media's Albert Breer reports that the Tennessee Titans and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the holders of the 33rd and 34th picks, respectively, have received inquiries about trading up. That interest is likely driven by the presence of talented prospects like Randy Gregory and Dorial Green-Beckham.
Other teams could be targeting the bevy of available offensive linemen. T.J. Clemmings and Jake Fisher, both who could have realistically come off the board on Day 1, may not have to wait much longer to hear their names called. The same also applies to Penn State offensive tackle Donovan Smith.
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