NFL Mock Draft 2015: Latest Projections for Star Prospects Before Combine

February 17, 2015   ·   Joseph Zucker   ·   Jump to comments

As the old adage goes, defense wins championships. Although a ton of talk heading into the 2015 NFL draft centers on the battle between Marcus Mariota and Jameis Winston, it would be foolish to ignore this year's top stars on the defensive side of the ball.
This year's draft class is especially flush with high-ceiling pass-rushers, so the defensive ends and outside linebackers will be flying off the board very quickly in the first round.
There are also plenty of skilled players on the interior of the defense, even if the top-end talent isn't quite there.
Below is a mock for the first 32 picks, followed by four defensive standouts who will warrant special attention on draft day.
 
Defensive Stars to Watch
No. 2, Tennessee Titans: Leonard Williams, DT/DE, USC
In terms of upside, no player in this draft is better than Leonard Williams. If the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hadn't cut Josh McCown, maybe Williams would be a lock to be the No. 1 overall pic...

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