Luck is the obvious choice at #1 overall.  His replacement of Peyton Manning signals the beginning of a complete facelift in Indianapolis.  Already considered to be the top quarterback prospect in the 2012 draft class, Luck proved himself to be an underrated athlete as well with his performance at the NFL Scouting Combine. 

Perhaps the biggest beneficiary of the trade between the Rams and Redskins was the Minnesota Vikings.  Rather than being left with the talented cornerback Morris Claiborne in a draft class where a starting corner could potentially be available to them in the 2nd round, the Vikings get a franchise left tackle to protect their 2011 1st round pick Christian Ponder.  Kalil is a special player with star potential, and is undoubtedly the preferred option for the Vikings here.   

With Peyton Hillis off to Kansas City and Montario Hardesty yet to prove he can stay healthy, the Browns need a feature back to take some pressure off their quarterback.  Richardson is an every-down back who has excellent vision, underrated speed and agility, and the power to push the pile.  He is built to carry the load, capable of wearing down defenses, and leaves Alabama with limited wear on the treads.  Richardson is a special player whose ability to step right in and be a huge part of the Browns' offense makes him worth the investment of the #4 overall pick.   

The Buccaneers have spent their 1st and 2nd round picks in each of the last two drafts on defensive lineman.  Even with the addition of Eric Wright in free agency, Rhonde Barber's imminent departure and Aqib Talib's uncertainty due to off-field issues provide reason enough to invest an early pick toward the overhaul of their secondary.  Claiborne has the length and the skills to be an elite cover corner who is capable of shutting down his side of the field, and is worth the #5 overall pick for a team that faces Drew Brees, Matt Ryan, and Cam Newton for six of their sixteen games each season.  

The Jaguars re-signed Jeremy Mincey to a four-year deal, but Aaron Kampman hasn't played more than nine games in either of the last two seasons.  Coples is blessed with unusual athleticism for his size (6'5 3/4" and 284 pounds), sub-4.8 speed, and the strength to manhandle offensive lineman.  He projects as a base defensive end who can kick inside and provide pressure from the interior of the defensive line on passing downs.  Despite a dip in production that caused many to question Coples' motivation, his talent and potential are undeniable.   

The Dolphins traded their #1 receiver to the Bears just before the start of the league year, so replacing him becomes a big priority in the draft.  Floyd has perhaps the top size and speed combination of any wide receiver in this draft class. Many forget that he averaged 18.0 yards per catch in 2009 while playing in a pro-style offense under Charlie Weiss. Floyd displays excellent body control on deep passes or red zone throws, and has shown he is both willing and capable of making plays over the middle of the field. 

The addition of Cam Newton sparked a huge offensive improvement in 2011, but the defense dealt with numerous injuries and continued to struggle.  The Panthers drafted defensive tackles Terrell McClain and Sione Fua in the 3rd round of the 2011 draft, but both finished unspectacular rookie seasons on injured reserve.  Fletcher Cox is an elite 3-technique prospect with an explosive first step and the ability to disrupt opposing backfields against the run and the pass.  His non-stop motor and exceptional athleticism should translate into an immediate impact on the Panthers' defense. 

The Bills made a big splash in free agency with the Mario Williams signing, and have since added Mark Anderson to help on their defensive line.  Williams will man the left side and Anderson gives the Bills a situational pass rusher off the edge.  Courtney Upshaw is more of an every-down defender than Anderson.  He is a stout run defender and an explosive pass rusher who excels at turning speed into power around the edge.

The Chiefs extended Amon Gordon for an additional two years, but Dontari Poe could play nose tackle or 5-technique in Kansas City's 3-4 defense.  He is massive at 6'3 1/2" and 346 pounds, but has amazing explosiveness and athleticism for his size.  He had average production, and played with a lack of intensity at Memphis, but the potential here is impossible to pass up.  With Glenn Dorsey in the last year of his contract, and Tyson Jackson in line to make well over $14 million if he is still on the roster in 2013, adding Poe makes a lot of sense here.

David Hawthorne and Leroy Hill are unrestricted free agents, though the latter will likely be allowed to walk after another drug-related brush with the law.  If the Seahawks re-sign Hawthorne, he can move outside to make room for the 2011 Dick Butkus Award recipient.  Kuechly is an ultra-instinctive linebacker who, with a solid performance at the NFL Scouting Combine, dispelled the notion that he was just a sub-par athlete.  He has a nose for the football, and brings leadership to an improving defense in Seattle.

Marcus Spears lost his starting spot in 2011, and the aging Kenyon Coleman is in the final year of his deal.  Brockers is an excellent run defender with the strength to hold up a double team, and the length and explosiveness to offer pass rush upside as well.  He only played one season as an interior lineman at LSU, so it is likely that he has yet to reach his ceiling as far as talent and productivity are concerned.

The Eagles were said to have the top cornerback trio in the NFL prior to the start of the 2011 season.  As we all know, they didn't play that way on the field.  Kirkpatrick has excellent length, a smooth backpedal, fluid hips to turn and run with receivers, and good recovery speed.  He is also adept at shedding blocks and offering a much-needed physical presence against the run.  The Eagles have to be comfortable taking a corner who could very well be the top safety in the draft as well. 

The Jets have re-signed veteran outside linebacker Bryan Thomas, but Aaron Maybin (led Jets with 6.0 sacks in 2011) is an unrestricted free agent.  Perry may be the top pure pass rusher in this class. With long arms, surprising strength, exceptional lower body explosiveness, and great speed around the edge, Perry could have a similar impact to that of Aldon Smith from a year ago.