2011 NFL Mock Draft: Who Rose, Who Fell After NFL Combine Performances

March 3, 2011   ·   Evan Higgins   ·   Jump to comments

1. Carolina Panthers: Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Ron Rivera and the Carolina Panthers could go a number of ways here, but since they have so many needs along this team, they have to go with the best player available.
As a diehard Carolina fan, I am having a hard time coming to terms with who I want to be chosen, and who will be chosen at the first pick. 
My personal choice is Cam Newton, but at this point it seems like Carolina will realistically choose Bowers, who will bring back what this team lost in Julius Peppers last season.
Previous Pick: Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
2. Denver Broncos: Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
While John Fox is high on defensive linemen, and Denver could easily go Nick Fairley here, I think they will go with what some say is the top prospect in this draft. 
Previous Pick: Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
3. Buffalo Bills: Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Buffalo has expressed a lot of interest in quarterback Cam Newton,...

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