2012 NFL Mock Drafts: David DeCastro Projected To New York Jets

The 2012 NFL Draft is quickly approaching, and mock drafts are finally buttoning-up to try to come up with the best projections possible. A new selection has surfaced for the New York Jets, as Pro Football Talk's Evan Siva has them taking Stanford's guard David DeCastro with the No. 16-overall pick on Thursday.

DeCastro (6-foot-5, 310 pounds) is a three-year starter at Standford, who was a unanimous All-American selection in 2011. DeCastro is considered one of the top gaurd prospects in the draft and would be an immediate-impact player for the Jets, if they selected him there.

However, Siva's projection is a different from other mock drafts that have New York taking Alabama linebacker Courtney Upshaw, Alabama running back Trent Richardson or Notre Dame wide receiver Michael Floyd.

To discuss the New York Jets draft, check out the SB Nation blog Gang Green Nation, while this SB Nation New York StoryStream will have the latest news on New York's Draft rumors and news.

Mel Kiper NFL Mock Draft 2012: Michael Floyd Selected To New York Jets

In Mel Kiper's latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, the ESPN analyst projects that the New York Jets will use the No. 16 pick in the 2012 NFL Draft to select Michael Floyd, a wide receiver out of Notre Dame.

Though the Jets' hiring of Tony Sparano as offensive coordinator seems to indicate a renewed commitment to revisiting the ground-and-pound philosophy Rex Ryan loves, the Jets have limited talent in their current crop of wide receivers and could use a weapon for quarterbacks Mark Sanchez and Tim Tebow.

Kiper believes Floyd, a strong, fast, physical wideout who grabbed 100 catches for 1,147 yards for the Fighting Irish last season, would help New York right away.

In talking to Rex Ryan, I get the sense that he'll go with the best value available at a need spot. The Jets lack weapons in the passing game, and Floyd can contribute immediately.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

NFL Mock Draft 2012: Todd McShay Projects Michael Floyd To The Jets

In his final first round mock draft before the event begins on Thursday night, ESPN's Todd McShay projects that the New York Jets will select Michael Floyd, a wide receiver from Notre Dame.

McShay's mock is devoid of any further insight on the pick, but Floyd is a name that we've heard as it relates to pick 16, and a player that makes sense given the Jets lack of depth and proven talent at the receiver position.

He has tremendous size and speed for the position, and is widely-regarded as one of the top two receivers in this year's draft class.

So, Jets fan, if Floyd is the guy, will you be happy?

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nationand SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

NFL Mock Draft 2012: Melvin Ingram, Trent Richardson To The Jets

The first round of the 2012 NFL Draft is inching closer, and that means it's time for a few more mock drafts to prime Jets fans for what may lie ahead.

MockingTheDraft.com released it's final mock, and, like many other sites, has the Jets targeting Melvin Ingram of South Carolina at pick 16.

Says MTD about the pick:

Rex Ryan loves pass rushers and his best one, Calvin Pace, is 31 and only had 4.5 sacks last season. Aaron Maybin is a nice story, but his consistency is a complete unknown. There has been speculation that he loves Ingram and wants him to be his own version of Terrell Suggs.

Meanwhile, Ryan Van Bibber over at SBNation.com has the Jets pouncing on the latest rumor to hit the circuit, and that is a trade up scenario to pick number five for the chance to draft Trent Richardson for Alabama.

Says Van Bibber:

This is the hot rumor right now, that most people are buying as a very real possibility. He would certainly help Mark Sanchez, who is not a good quarterback. And what about the "devaluation" of the position? Cosell noted that phenomenon in the basement of the Waldorf, calling it a "philosophical abstraction." In his eyes, Richardson is a "special player" and will be a top pick in the draft.

Would you be happy with either picks, Jets fans?

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation andSB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft.Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

Mel Kiper Final Mock Draft 2012: Quinton Coples Selected For New York Jets

In Mel Kiper's final 2012 NFL Mock Draft, the ESPN analyst projects that the New York Jets will use the No. 16 pick in the 2012 NFL Draft to select Quinton Coples, a defensive end from North Carolina.

Coples, a 6-foot-6, 285-pounder, is seen as a talented prospect who possesses all the athletic traits to become an elite NFL defensive end, but still lacks a level of polish most teams look for. Though still raw, Coples is blessed with size, strength, long arms and quickness that sets his ceiling high, even though he's not a sure thing at the Jets' selection midway through the first round.

Kiper believes the Jets' coaching staff can get the most out of Coples.

I think Rex Ryan can maximize Coples. He may not have the arsenal of moves you want out of a pure 4-3 DE, but Ryan might also bring him inside. Think of how Houston used J.J. Watt last year. Regardless, the Jets need to find ways to create more pressure, and Coples can be a good piece of the puzzle.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: New York Jets Seven Round Projections

With the 2012 NFL Draft coming up Thursday night, mock drafts are running wild.

Many experts only do one round, but not Chad Reuter, who went all out in a can-you-handle-it seven round extravaganza.

Here, without further adieu, are his picks for the New York Jets:

1st Round - Riley Reiff - OT - Iowa

2nd Round - Alshon Jeffrey - WR - South Carolina

3rd Round - Bruce Irvin - OLB/DE - West Virginia

4th Round - No pick

5th Round - Ronald Leary - OG - Memphis

6th Round - Brandon Marshall - LB - Nevada

6th Round - Coryell Judie - CB - Texas A&M

6th Round - Evan Rodriguez - FB/TE - Temple

7th Round - Jerron McMillan - SS - Maine

7th Round - Ernest Owusu - DE - California

7th Round - T.J. Graham - WR - North Carolina State

This is a pick in the first round that most experts haven't linked to the Jets, but could be a good one. Anyone who watched Wayne Hunter last year knows the pain that caused them, so getting Reiff to fill the void would be a prudent decision.

After that, Jeffrey is an excellent sleeper in this year's draft. He's never had a good quarterback to work with and yet makes spectacular plays in the toughest conference around.

Another steal would be Bruce Irvin, who has the quickest burst off the line of almost any player in college football. Irvin would potentially add a nice pass-rushing dynamic to a team in desperate search of that trait.

For more on the Jets, please be sure to check out our blog Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York for all the latest news and updates.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Drafttek Projects Jets' 10 Selections

With the 2012 NFL Draft arriving Thursday, Drafttek released its latest seven-round 2012 NFL Mock Draft on Tuesday.

As opposed to most mock drafts, Drafttek uses a computer model to simulate each of the draft's 253 selections. The model relies on an algorithm that measures a team's needs against the ability level of players left on the board.

For example, if the New York Jets need a pass-rusher, they would be more likely to choose one under Drafttek's projections. But if the highest-rated pass rusher left on the board isn't a smart pick at that point in the draft, Drafttek would choose from another position and a player who would provide better value.

A full recap of Drafttek's projections for the New York Jets' 2012 NFL Draft follows:

Round one, pick No. 16 overall: Courtney Upshaw, 6-foot-2,-272-pound outside linebacker, Alabama

Round two, pick No. 47: Doug Martin, 5-foot-9, 210-pound running back, Boise State

Round three, pick No. 77: Trenton Robinson, 5-foot-10, 195-pound free safety, Michigan State

Round five, pick No. 154: Matt Reynolds, 6-foot-5, 302-pound offensive lineman, BYU

Round six, pick No. 187: Lance Lewis, 6-foot-1, 206-pound wide receiver, East Carolina

Round six, pick No. 202: Winston Guy, 6-foot-1, 218-pound strong safety, Kentucky

Round six, pick No. 203: T.J. Graham, 5-foot-11, 188-pound wide receiver, North Carolina State

Round seven, pick No. 232: Jordan Jefferson, 6-foot-4, 224-pound quarterback, LSU

Round seven, pick No. 242: Terrence Frederick, 5-foot-10, 187-pound cornerback, Texas A & M

Round seven, pick No. 244: Greg Childs, 6-foot-3, 219-pound wide receiver, Arkansas

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft.Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: New York Jets Linked To Whitney Mercilus

In the latest version of SB Nation's Mock Draft, Ryan Van Bibber has the New York Jets taking Whitney Mercilus with the 16th overall pick.

Mercilus has been slowly climbing up the draft boards for some time now, but if he's taken here it would represent a huge undercurrent of momentum for the defensive end out of Illinois.

Many experts are expected Mercilus to be selected towards the end of the first day, but Van Bibber raises solid points.

The Jets would be getting a terrific pass-rusher who recorded 16 sacks last season. However, the one big knock on Mercilus is whether or not he's a one year wonder.

In the 3-4 which New York plays he would also have to stand up and play as an outside linebacker, although that shouldn't be an overly difficult transition.

In a division with Tom Brady leading the charge, the Jets would be very wise to get a disruptive force in the fold. Let's not forget that Aaron Maybin led the team with just six sacks last year.

For more on the Jets, please be sure to check out Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York for all the latest news and updates.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: National Football Post Mocks New York Jets Third Round Pick

Wes Bunting and the draft crew over at The National Football Post are working on a week-long NFL Mock Draft and recently mocked the third and fourth rounds. They had them taking Courtney Upshaw in the first round and Harrison Smith in the second round.

See who lands with the Jets in the third and fourth:

Third Round

77. New York Jets: Jeff Allen OG, Illinois

He's not an overpowering run blocker, but can bend, gain leverage and seal inside. He's smooth and coordinated in pass protection, can keep his base down and warrants a higher grade because of it. Needs to play inside at the next level, but looks like a guy who can start in the league.

The Jets do not own a fourth round pick, because they traded it for ... Tim Tebow!

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: Peter King Selects Dontari Poe For New York Jets

In Sports Illutrated's latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, Peter King projects the New York Jets to use the No. 16 pick on Dontari Poe, a defensive tackle from Memphis.

Rex Ryan's gleeful. Deep down he knows Poe has a chance to be another Haloti Ngata, a freakishly talented interior force against the run and pass. But Poe isn't known for being freakishly productive -- five sacks in three years at Memphis -- and Ryan and coordinator Mike Pettine will have their work cut out to make him a top NFL starter.

The National Football Post views Poe as a high-risk, high-reward project. His ceiling is high because he's a monstrous 350-pounder with a world of strength and quicker feet than such a large human being should possess. But Poe hasn't been able to produce at a level equivalent to his skill set, and his development will hinder on how well he responds to NFL coaching.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Dissecting DraftTek's Seven-Round Mock

With just a week to go prior to the 2012 NFL Draft, let’s take a look at how DraftTek projects the entire seven rounds to play out for the New York Jets.

Round 1 (16th overall) — Courtney Upshaw, OLB, Alabama

DraftTek says: “Courtney Upshaw continues to provide the most bang for the buck at #16 so long as Ingram, Reiff and Coples are off the board. OT Adams and S Barron will get consideration, but we like Upshaw.”

Round 2 (47th overall) — Doug Martin, RB, Boise State

Round 3 (77th overall) — Trumaine Johnson, FS, Montana

Round 4 — No selection

Round 5 (154th overall) — Andrew Datko, OT, Florida State

Round 6 (187th overall) — Matt Daniels, SS, Duke

Round 6 (202nd overall) — Chris Owusu, WR, Stanford

Round 7 (232nd overall) — Travis Benjamin, WR, Miami (Fl.)

Round 7 (242nd overall) — Austin Davis, QB, Southern Miss

Upshaw has been the chalk at No. 16 for a while now, and I love the Martin selection in the second round. What do you like or dislike about this mock, Jets fans?

2012 NFL Mock Draft: Jets Projected To Select Courtney Upshaw In Latest National Football Post Mock Draft

In the most recent National Football Post 2012 NFL Mock Draft, the New York Jets have been projected to selct Alabama linebacker Courtney Upshaw (via NFP).

Upshaw has been a frequent Jets projected pick at No. 16 in many past version of mock drafts this offseason.

Here's what NFP's Wes Bunting had to say about the Upshaw projection and why the Jets might want him:

Upshaw is a thick, powerful kid who can line up all over the Jets 34 front and get after the passer. He's got the power to win consistently on contact vs. both the run and pass game and would be the kind of "NFL ready" prospect the Jets would love to get in the middle of round one.

Check out Mocking The Draft's overall prospect rankings.

See Gang Green Nation for more discussion and analysis of the Jets.

2012 NFL Draft News: Mel Kiper Says New York Jets Have 'As Many Holes As' Any Other Playoff Contender

ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper told reporters during a conference call on Wednesday that the New York Jets have as many holes in their lineup as any other playoff contender. (via New York Post)

"If you look through that roster, you see areas that they need help," he said. "They need another defensive end in the mix. You have [Mike] DeVito opposite [Muhammad] Wilkerson. They could upgrade the right defensive tackle spot. They could certainly upgrade the outside linebacker positions. They lack a pass rusher that can close and finish.

"You think about the secondary - LaRon Landry. LaRon Landry has had two straight years with Achilles' injuries and he's only had four career interceptions - not a ballhawk back there.

"You think about the offense, the right tackle position. They also have a situation at wide receiver. You would expect Santonio Holmes to bounce back and play better, but we'll see. Then the running game. I know [Shonn] Greene got better as the year went along, but he's not a great back.

"You have a lot of issues there."

Former Alabama safety Mark Barron is one player mentioned during a lot of 2012 NFL Mock Drafts as a potential Jets target. While discussing several other players the Jets may consider, Kiper said Barron would fit well in New York.

"In terms of where they could go I still think a pass rusher but I don't think necessarily it will fall that way for them," Kiper said. "Do they take a guy like [LSU defensive tackle] Michael Brockers and put him on the opposite side from Wilkerson, their first-round pick last year? Barron would be a great pick. Mark Barron is a heck of a player, but you probably have to move up. I mean, you have Dallas looking at Barron. You have Philadelphia maybe looking at Barron. So, I think they would have to jump up a little bit to get a guy like Barron and bring him into the fold.

"Is Michael Floyd still going to be around? Probably not. To get maybe one of those types of guys they're going to have to move up a little bit. If they stay where they are, then they may end up with a defensive lineman. If they want to take an outside linebacker and project a [Illinois defense end Whitney] Mercilus to that position they could go that route."

See Gang Green Nation for more discussion and analysis of the Jets.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Courtney Upshaw? A Move Into The Top 10?

In its most recent NFL Mock Draft, released Monday morning, SB Nation has chosen Alabama outside linebacker Courtney Upshaw for the New York Jets, who hold the 16th overall selection of the first round.

Upshaw has been a popular mock draft selection for the Jets in this spot, since they could use a playmaker on the edge of their 3-4 front. There is, however, speculation that while the Jets are looking for a pass-rusher off the edge, that Upshaw might not be their guy. There have been reports that the Jets are trying to pry the draft's seventh overall pick away from the Jacksonville Jaguars, a pick they would then use to select South Carolina DE/OLB Melvin Ingram.

The Jets could also go offensive line here, with players like Cordy Glenn of Georgia and Jonathan Martin of Stanford still on the board. There is also some thought that the safety position could use an upgrade, despite the free-agent signing of LaRon Landry. The top-rated safety on the board is Mark Barron of Alabama.

-- See Gang Green Nation for more discussion and analysis of the Jets

2012 NFL Mock Draft: Jets Projected To Select Melvin Ingram

The New York Jets are projected by the 2012 SB Nation NFL Mock Draft to select South Carolina DE/LB Melvin Ingram with the 16th pick of the first round (via SB Nation).

Ingram is a player many teams would like to have but his name has been attached to the Jets in recent mock drafts. Our Jets blog Gang Green Nation selected Ingram in the 2012 SB Nation Mock Draft. Here's what they had to say about their pick:

Even though Rex Ryan is known for his love of getting after quarterbacks, the Jets have not made getting pass rushers a priority during his tenure. They have opted for developmental players (Jamaal Westerman), cheap veteran signings (Jason Taylor), and scrap heap pickups (Aaron Maybin). Rumors are swirling that Ryan wants to change that and add a difference maker at outside linebacker and loves Ingram. It makes sense. He loves to move his pass rushers all over, and Ingram lined up at linebacker, defensive end, and defensive tackle at South Carolina.

For more Jets coverage, visit our team page or our blog Gang Green Nation.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: Chandler Jones Among Jets Options?

Todd McShay of ESPN has continued his series of mock drafts, with the latest revealing multiple scenarios for each team to consider come Thursday, April 26.

For the New York Jets, he flushed out five thoughts:

- McShay believes Melvin Ingram, a defensive end/outside linebacker from South Carolina, is the dream scenario for New York, but notes that he'll be long gone.

- Riley Reiff, an offensive tackle from Iowa, would also fill a need, but like Ingram will be off the board at 16.

- He points to the Jets need for a complimentary wide receiver to Santonio Holmes, but believes with Michael Floyd off of his board that no receiver merits a pick at this point.

- Trading back is an option, assuming Ingram, Reiff, and Floyd are not available.

- Should the Jets stick at 16, McShay believes Chandler Jones, a defensive end/outside linebacker from Syracuse, is an intriguing pick with some potential, but not an "ideal" selection for the Jets.

His outlook isn't exactly the brightest for a team that has had an underwhelming (if not compelling) offseason, so it's up to GM Mike Tannenbaum to make sure he nails each of his draft picks.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: Jets Given Courtney Upshaw In Latest Mock Draft

The New York Jets were given Alabama linebacker Courtney Upshaw with the 16th pick in the latest 2012 SB Nation.com NFL Mock Draft (via SB Nation).

Here's what Ryan Van Bibber had to say about the Upshaw selection:

Lost in Rex Ryan's bluster and all the drama on offense is the fact that the Jets' defense is seriously lacking pass rushers. Upshaw gives them a player who can be moved around the field and has the chops to get to quarterbacks.

Upshaw was third on Alabama in tackling last season with 52 stops (37 solo) but 18 of those were tackles for loss. Upshaw also had 9.5 sacks, 11 quarterback hurries and a pick six.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft.Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: New York Jets Select Melvin Ingram, OLB/DE, South Carolina

The New York Jets' vaunted defense could use another pass rusher. Melvin Ingram fits the mold.

In the National Football Post's latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, Wes Bunting projects that the Jets will use the No. 16 pick in the 2012 NFL Draft to select Ingram, an outside linebacker/defensive end from South Carolina.

Ingram has a great motor, is a high character kid and can get after the quarterback from a number of spots on a defensive front seven. He's the kind of "NFL ready" prospect the Jets would love to get in the middle of round one.

The National Football Post ranks Ingram the No. 14 on its NFL Draft Big Board, calling him in their scouting report "an impressive pass rusher who can get after the QB in a number of ways." Though some of Ingram's skills still need refinement, he's considered one of the best in this draft at wreaking havoc in the backfield.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: Mel Kiper Projects Jets To Select Courtney Upshaw, Bobby Massie In First Two Rounds

Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft spanned two rounds. Kiper sees the New York Jets addressing needs on both sides of the ball in the first two rounds of the draft.

In the first round, the Jets are projected to use the 16th pick to select Alabama linebacker Courtney Upshaw.

Kiper said about the pick:

Rex Ryan should see Upshaw as a great fit for what he's trying to do on defense. Upshaw has size to hold up against the run even as a pass-rusher in a 3-4, making him an ideal fit here. He plays with a high motor, sheds blocks well with quickness and violent hands and he'll make plays all over. I do think the Jets could grab Barron if he's on the board. They could use a talent upgrade on defense in several spots. (via ESPN)

In the second round, Kiper has the Jets going after Ole Miss offensive tackle Bobby Massie with the 47th pick.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Don Banks Chooses Mark Barron, S, Alabama

In Sports Illustrated's latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, Don Banks projects that the New York Jets will use the 16th pick to select Mark Barron, a safety from Alabama.

Versatile safeties are integral to quality defenses these days, and the Jets won't be able to pass on Barron, the highest-ranked player at his position. Notre Dame receiver Michael Floyd is another possibility, but New York knows it can't assume the newly acquired and oft-injured LaRon Landry will be ready to play 16 games this season.

The Jets were thin at safety in 2011 and have already shown the need to beef up their secondary, signing Landry in free agency. Barron is described by Mocking The Draft as "far and away the best safety in the 2012 NFL Draft." He is considered ready to step in and contribute right away, and someone who can impact a defense in several manners.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets Prospect Profiles: Melvin Ingram, OLB, South Carolina

In SB Nation's latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, Ryan Van Bibber projects that the New York Jets will use the 16th pick to select Melvin Ingram, an outside linebacker from South Carolina.

In addition to some organizational therapy, the Jets need another pass rusher. Aaron Maybin led the team with six sacks last year. Rex Ryan will love Ingram's energy, as well as his ability to move around the field and give the defense different looks.

Ingram, a 6-foot-2, 272-pounder, is rated No. 14 on the National Football Post's 2012 NFL Draft Big Board. NFP concluded its Ingram scouting report by saying, "He is an impressive pass rusher who can get after the QB in a number of ways. Ingram is raw with his technique and can get better, but his suddenness, length and natural feel for the game makes me think he's one of the draft best senior pass rushers."

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

Todd McShay Two-Round Mock Draft: Jets Add Youth To Stout Defense

The Combine has passed, pro days are largely in the books, and that means we can further hone in on the 2012 NFL Draft. Todd McShay of ESPN has done exactly that, releasing his inaugural two-round mock draft, in which he has the New York Jets addressing their need to infuse the defensive front with youth.

In the first round, McShay has the Jets - who pick at number 16 - taking Courtney Upshaw, a hybrid defensive end/outside linebacker out of Alabama. On the pick:

Upshaw is the kind of physical, versatile front-seven player Rex Ryan loaded up on in his days with the Ravens, showing explosiveness and power as a pass-rusher and as a run defender. Floyd also would be a consideration here if he were available, and he would be a good complement to Santonio Holmes. -- Todd McShay

And in an effort to further beef up the defensive line, McShay likes the Jets to pick Brandon Thompson, a defensive tackle/defensive end from Clemson.

The Jets picked a versatile defensive linemen in last year's first round in Muhammad Wilkerson, and that trend may continue early on in the upcoming draft.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Draft Order: Jets Officially Have 11 Picks In Draft

The complete 2012 NFL Draft Order was released Tuesday, and the New York Jets will have 11 picks during the seven-round, 253-pick event, April 26-28. The Jets will have just one pick in the first five rounds, but will pick three times in rounds six and seven, as they received compensatory selection on Monday.

Here's a full rundown of the Jets' 2012 NFL Draft Order (for Jets mock draft results, click here):

Round 1, Pick 16 (overall 16)
Round 2, Pick 15 (47)
Round 3, Pick 14 (77)
Round 4, Pick 13 (108)
Round 5, Pick 19 (154)
Round 6, Pick 17 (187, from Eagles through Colts)
Round 6, Pick 33 (202, compensatory selection)
Round 6, Pick 34 (203, compensatory selection)
Round 7, Pick 25 (232, from Broncos)
Round 7, Pick 35 (242, compensatory selection)
Round 7, Pick 37 (244, compensatory selection)

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

Jets 2012 Compensatory Draft Picks: New York Awarded Four Selections In Sixth, Seventh Rounds

The New York Jets just learned that they have been awarded four compensatory selections in the 2012 NFL Draft.

The Jets' picks will come in the 6th and 7th rounds of the NFL Draft. The Sixth Round selections will be the 33rd (202nd Overall) and 34th (203rd Overall) picks. The 7th Round selections will be the 35th (242nd Overall) and 37th (244th Overall) picks.

Compensatory picks are determined by a formula that looks at how many compensatory free agents a team has gained and lost. The formula also includes salary, playing time and honors taken home by players during the season.

The Jets lost Drew Coleman, Braylon Edwards, Shaun Ellis, Brad Smith, Steve Weatherford and gained no compensatory free agents over the period determined by the formula.

For more on the Jets, be sure to check out Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York for all the latest news, notes and updates.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: New York Jets And Courtney Upshaw Linked

In the latest SB Nation 2012 NFL mock draft by Ryan Van Bibber, the New York Jets are linked to defensive end/linebacker Courtney Upshaw with their first pick.

Upshaw is an Alabama product and a very talented one at that. After struggling mightily the past few seasons to get any pressure on the quarterback without blitzing, this pick would make a ton of sense.

The Jets desperately need to bring someone off the edge who scares opponents. Upshaw has a rare blend of size and speed that usually proves tough to defend.

In 2011, New York tied with Pittsburgh for 17th in the league with 35 sacks as a unit. While that isn't terrible, the fact Aaron Maybin led the team with six is troubling to say the least.

Upshaw also comes into the defense with a vast knowledge of the 3-4 scheme the Jets employ. After being coached by Nick Saban with the Crimson Tide, Upshaw's learning curve will be a lot less severe than most rookies.

For more on the Jets, be sure to check out Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York for all the latest news, notes and updates.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Michael Floyd, WR, Notre Dame Again Selected

When the New York Jets were in the process of completing the Tim Tebow trade, cornerback Antonio Cromartie tweeted his displeasure, stating that the Jets should be more concerned with surrounding Mark Sanchez with weapons.

And that could be the team's thought process in the 2012 NFL Draft.

In Don Banks' latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, the Sports Illustrated analyst predicts the Jets will focus on giving Sanchez more talent with which to work, picking the Jets use the No. 16 selection on Michael Floyd, a 6-foot-3, 224-pound wide receiver from Notre Dame.

The Jets and Alabama safety Mark Barron are a pairing you hear a lot, and even with New York's signing of free agent safety LaRon Landry, you can't discount Barron. But we know how the Jets love to make a splash with their skill-player acquisitions, and Floyd is rated just slightly behind Oklahoma State receiver Justin Blackmon in the estimation of many scouts.

Big and powerful, Floyd displayed NFL-ready speed when he completed a 4.42-second 40-yard dash at the 2012 NFL Combine.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets Prospect Profiles: Michael Floyd, WR, Notre Dame

Finally, a 2012 NFL Mock Draft for the New York Jets with a twist. SB Nation has selected Notre Dame wide receiver Michael Floyd for the Jets with the 16th overall selection in its most recent mock draft, released Monday morning.

The standard fare for the Jets has been Alabama safety Mark Barron or linebackers Courtney Upshaw (Alabama) and Melvin Ingram (South Carolina) in most drafts. Going the wide receiver route to give quarterback Mark Sanchez an additional — and much-needed weapon — is definitely a changeup.

Is Floyd worthy of being selected that high?

SB Nation writes:

“Santonio Holmes’ opinion aside, the Jets could certainly use another receiver. Floyd is actually a pretty good complement to the Jets’ offense, giving them a big possession receiver with good hands and the ability to pick up yards after the catch. Floyd will also be useful in the red zone.”

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Mel Kiper 2012 NFL Mock Draft Version 3.0: New York Jets Select Courtney Upshaw, OLB, Alabama

In his latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, Mel Kiper has the New York Jets selecting Courtney Upshaw, an outside linebacker from Alabama, with the 16th pick in the NFL Draft.

Rex Ryan needs a guy that can get to the quarterback on his own, meaning without a blitz package, and Upshaw is that kind of player. He plays with a high motor, sheds blocks well with quickness and violent hands and makes plenty of sense in Ryan's system. He's also bigger than he was listed at Alabama. The Jets could also grab Barron if he's on the board, or get a defensive lineman if they see a fit.

Strong and powerful, Upshaw is "at his best while attacking downhill," according to the National Football Post's Wes Bunting. He possesses versatility and is viewed as a player who can step right into any defense and make an impact.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft. Prospect profiles can also be found at the National Football Post, an SB Nation partner.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Melvin Ingram, OLB, South Carolina Again Chosen

Scott Wright of Draft Countdown is one of the most respected and most accurate draft analysts in the business. He doesn’t do many mock drafts, but he did release one Monday and it has the New York Jets selecting South Carolina outside linebacker Melvin Ingram with the 16th overall pick of the first round in this April’s 2012 NFL Draft.

Ingram has been a popular mock draft selection for the pass rush-needy Jets. Wright says:

“The Jets have a talented, star studded and highly paid defense but that didn’t necessarily translate into as many impact plays as it should have last season. In fact, despite the emergence of Aaron Maybin as a situational pass rusher the Jets were a middle of the pack team in terms of sack production. With both Calvin Pace and Bryan Thomas now well into their thirties, it may be time to bring in another outside linebacker who can be a threat off the edge. South Carolina’s Melvin Ingram is one of the most versatile prospects in this draft, capable of contributing at defensive end, outside linebacker or even defensive tackle depending on the scheme. A great natural athlete, Ingram just seems to have a knack for being in the right place at the right time to make big plays. There is a chance Ingram could come off the board in the top ten so New York gets good value while also addressing a need.”

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Draft Tek Chooses Melvin Ingram, OLB, South Carolina

In the latest seven-round 2012 NFL Mock Draft from Draft Tek, the Draft Tek simulator has selected Melvin Ingram, OLB, South Carolina for the New York Jets with the 16th overall selection of the first round.

Draft Tek says:

“Pass rush is a need for the Jets going into 2012 as several of their current OLBs are free agents (Maybin RFA, Westerman RFA, Thomas UFA). If Ingram is still on the board when the Jets pick at #16, he’s got to be the #1 contender. If he (and Upshaw) are gone? Hard to say – but Adams and Barron are possibilities.”

Here are the remaining selections for the Jets in the Draft Tek mock:

Round 2 (47th overall) — LaMichael James, RB, Oregon
Round 3 (78th overall) — George Iloka, FS, Boise State
Round 4 (108th overall) — Tony Bergstrom, OT, Utah
Round 5 (146th overall) — Jermaine Kearse, WR, Washington
Round 6 (177th overall) — Ryan Van Bergen, DE, Michigan
Round 7 (207th overall) — Winston Guy, SS, Kentucky

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2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets Prospect Profiles: Mark Barron Chosen For Jets

In the earliest 2012 NFL mock drafts at the conclusion of the college football season, Alabama safety Mark Barron was seemingly the consensus choice for the New York Jets with the 16th overall selection of the 2012 NFL Draft. That has changed in the past few weeks, as linebacker and offensive line have been suggested for Rex Ryan’s team.

Well, in its latest mock draft, released Monday, SB Nation has returned to Barron as the choice for New York.

SB Nation says Barron is the choice because of “significant safety concerns.”

Barron will not get to work out on Tuesday when defensive backs are tested during the NFL Scouting Combine. He is recovering from double hernia surgery.

The Jets could be in the market for a new safety as Jim Leonhard has now finished consecutive seasons on injured reserve.

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2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets Prospect Profiles: Melvin Ingram, DE/OLB, South Carolina

In SB Nation's latest 2012 NFL Mock draft, Ryan Van Bibber selected Melvin Ingram as the No. 16 pick for the New York Jets.

16. New York Jets, Melvin Ingram, OLB/DE, South Carolina

This is a strange year for pass rushers. Every player with the skill to pressure quarterbacks brings more questions than answers. Ingram answered some of those questions at the Senior Bowl. He can continue to do so at the Combine. The Jets could go another direction here if the available pass rushers fail to impress.

Ingram, a 6-foot-2, 276-pound defensive end and outside linebacker from South Carolina, is viewed as one of the premier pass rushers available in April's NFL Draft. The National Football Post rates Ingram as the draft's No. 24 prospect, calling his technique raw but hailing his "suddenness, length and natural feel for the game."

Ingram finished the 2011 season with 10.0 sacks, 48 tackles and 15.0 tackles for loss. In October, Mocking The Draft wrote a feature about Ingram's dominance after he finished a game against Auburn with 11 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft.

Mel Kiper 2012 NFL Mock Draft, Version 2.0: New York Jets Select Cordy Glenn, OG, Georgia

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan is an admitted advocate of the "ground and pound" offense, a style which his team did not use successfully during the 2011 season en route to missing the playoffs.

In Mel Kiper's latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft on ESPN, the NFL analyst predicts the Jets will select guard Cordy Glenn with the No. 16 pick and suggests that New York would like to return to a run-heavy offense.

The Jets like to bill themselves as a ball control team on offense, able to run to set up the pass, and put away games with physical play up front. Well, it's hard to do that if you're 29th in the NFL in yards per rush, as they were in 2011. With Tony Sparano coming to town, my guess is shoring up the offensive line will be a priority (just as it was with his last pick in Miami) as the Jets try to get the offense back where they want it. Glenn is a really versatile guy who could probably be adequate at tackle, but could dominate inside. He could start there immediately.

Mocking The Draft believes Glenn is worth a late-first round pick due to his physical traits, but notes that his pass-blocking technique and instincts are flawed. He is ranked No. 29 among Mocking The Draft's Top 100 NFL Draft Prospects, suggesting that perhaps the Jets would not be getting terrific value if they selected him with the 16th pick. But needs are needs, and the Jets need to upgrade a rushing attack that struggled last season.

For a more optimistic take on Glenn, the National Football Post has Glenn rated considerably higher as the No. 11 prospect, calling him a likely starter early in his career.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation and SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft.

2012 NFL Mock Draft: Courtney Upshaw Goes To The New York Jets

In the latest SB Nation NFL mock draft, Alabama linebacker Courtney Upshaw was the selection for the New York Jets with the 16th overall selection. Upshaw was a star on the national champion Crimson Tide, recording eight and a half sacks during the regular season.

This pick would make a lot of sense for multiple reasons.

The first being the most important and obvious: the Jets have no pass-rushers on the roster right now. Aaron Maybin led the team with just six sacks and can hardly be considered a force. Upshaw would be an instant upgrade to the outside linebacker position currently manned by Bryan Thomas and Calvin Pace.

The second reason actually has to do with the offense. It's easy to say that unit needs help because, well, it does. However, it's a lot easier to shore up the defense and make that top-tier once again. If the offense can just get a few upgrades here and there it should be able to win games with an excellent defense.

Upshaw brings a relentless and strong game to New York. He learned the 3-4 under Nick Saban at Alabama so his learning curve wouldn't be steep at all. He could step in and immediately contribute on a team that is expected to make a run each and every year under Rex Ryan.

For more news and updates on the New York Jets be sure to visit Gang Green Nation an SB Nation New York. For more mock draft information, check out Mocking The Draft.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Courtney Upshaw Is The Rage

In its latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft, the popular draft site ‘Draft Tek’ has chosen Alabama outside linebacker Courtney Upshaw for the New York Jets. Upshaw and his former Crimson Tide teammate, safety Mark Barron, have been the most popular picks for the Jets among the mock drafts at this point.

Draft Tek happily refers to the simulation’s selection of Upshaw for the Jets as a “slam dunk.”

The Draft Tek mock is full seven-rounder. Here are the remaining selections for the Jets:

Round 2 (47th overall): Levy Adcock, OT, Oklahoma State
Round 3 (78th overall): Aaron Henry, FS, Wisconsin
Round 4 (108th overall): Ronnie Hillman, RB, San Diego State
Round 5 (146th overall): Derek Wolfe, DE, Cincinnati
Round 6 (177th overall): Kirk Cousins, QB, Michigan State
Round 7 (208th overall): Lance Lewis, WR, East Carolina

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2012 NFL Mock Draft [Updated]: Courtney Upshaw, OLB, Alabama To New York Jets

With more than two months to go until the 2012 NFL Draft, looking over NFL Mock Draft selections for the New York Jets has already become routine. The selection seems to almost always come down to Alabama safety Mark Barron, or Crimson Tide outside linebacker Courtney Upshaw.

In its mock recent 2012 NFL Mock Draft, released Monday, SB Nation selected Upshaw for the Jets with the 16th overall selection of the first round.

We have talked about Upshaw to the Jets before, and selecting a pass-rushing outside linebacker is certainly a possibility for Rex Ryan and the Jets.

Here is what SB Nation’s Ryan Van Bibber said in making the selection:

“The Jets probably need help on offense more than anything. They also need someone to put the scare into opposing quarterbacks. Upshaw adds an aggressive presence to their attack as a natural pass rusher.”

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Todd McShay 2012 NFL Mock Draft Version 2.0: McShay On The Mark Barron To The New York Jets Bandwagon

ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper has been on the Mark Barron to the New York Jets 2012 NFL Draft bandwagon for a while now. Fellow ESPN draft analyst Todd McShay hopped aboard Friday when he chose the Alabama safety for the Jets with the 16th overall pick in version 2.0 of his 2012 NFL Mock Draft.

McShay wrote that “The Jets need help in the secondary to deal with the Patriots’ tight end duo of Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez twice a season, and Barron is the only 2012 safety prospect with a first-round grade. He does everything well, showing instincts and playmaking skills in coverage and the ability to be a physical run defender when playing near the box.”

It seems pretty much everyone agrees. CBS Sports says Barron is “Blessed with size, strength and instincts.” The only question about the Crimson Tide safety might be straight line speed. We haven’t gotten to the Scouting Combine or any of the Pro Day workouts, though, so Barron has plenty of time to answer that concern.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets Prospect Profiles: WR Kendall Wright, Baylor

The New York Jets offense spent much of the 2011 NFL season as a maligned unit, reportedly even a dysfunctional one. Santonio Holmes, according to numerous reports, caused a rift inside the Jets locker room and feuded with quarterback Mark Sanchez. Though the team has publicly stated it will maintain Holmes next season, using the 2012 NFL Draft to become less reliant on Holmes -- and give Mark Sanchez another weapon -- would be wise.

SB Nation's latest 2012 NFL Mock Draft has the Jets using the 16th pick to select Kendall Wright, a wide receiver from Baylor.

Santonio Holmes burned his bridges with the Jets. Even if they do keep Holmes around, adding a player of Wright's talent will improve the offense and make Mark Sanchez look better on the field than he does in his magazine spreads.

Wright, a 5-10, 190-pound speedster who had 108 receptions for 1,663 yards and 14 touchdowns last season, is ranked No. 43 among Mocking The Draft's Top 100 NFL Draft Prospects. During a mid-season look a Wright, Mocking The Draft noted that he is effective despite his size because he uses his quickness to become a threat both underneath and in the vertical passing game.

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2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: SI's Don Banks Picks Safety Mark Barron

The full order of the draft isn't quite set yet due to the fact that the Giants and the Patriots have yet to face off in Super Bowl XLVI, but the Jets have known that they were going to be picking at No. 16 since the end of the regular season. There have been many mock drafts since the end of the regular season, and for the most part, they've all said the Jets would take Alabama safety Mark Barron with the No. 16 overall pick.

Sports Illustrated's latest mock draft, written by Don Banks is no exception.

Being able to match up a big, athletic safety on the league's taller receivers and beast-like tight ends (Rob Gronkowski, we're looking in your direction) is the name of the game on defense these days. The Jets were at an obvious disadvantage on that front last season, but they'd be getting the best available talent upgrade in Barron.

Barron is listed by ESPN as the best safety in this year's draft class and is ranked as the No. 14 overall prospect for the 2012 draft.

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2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Six-Round Simulation, And No Mark Barron

It is difficult enough to be accurate when compiling a one- or two-round mock draft. Well, the folks at Draft Tek are already going well beyond that, posting weekly six-round simulations. Draft Tek uses its own Big Board and a computer analysis of team needs to come up with its computerized simulation.

Related: SI.com's Don Banks First Mock -- Mark Barron, SS, Alabama

Here are Draft Tek’s choices for the New York Jets in its latest simulation, released Thursday.

Round 1 (16th overall) – Melvin Ingram, OLB, South Carolina
Round 2 (47th) - LaMichael James (RB, Oregon)
Round 3 (78th) – Mitchell Schwartz (OT, California)
Round 4 (108th) – Brandon Tyler (SS, LSU)
Round 5 (146th) - Kirk Cousins (QB, Michigan State)
Round 6 (177th) – D’Anton Lynn (FS, Penn State)

Your thoughts, Jets fans? Everyone else in the world seems to have the Jets taking Alabama strong safety Mark Barron in the first round. Draft Tek’s sim bypasses Barron, however, in favor of the linebacker.

For complete analysis of draft prospects and news as the draft approaches be sure to visit SB Nation’s Mocking The Draft.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: The Mark Barron Lovefest Continues

We have not yet even hit the end of January, the 2012 NFL Draft is three full months away, and following mock draft choices for the New York Jets has already turned into a snooze-fest.

Mark Barron, Mark Barron, Mark Barron, Mark Barron. All you seem to hear is opinions that the Jets should snag the Alabama safety with the 16th pick in the first round this April.

SB Nation is the latest to peg Barron to the Jets in its latest mock draft, released Monday.

Here is SBN’s rationale:

Having the best cornerback in the league doesn’t necessary make a team impervious to the pass. They gave up more than 800 passing yards to Tom Brady this year. A big-hitting, smart safety like Barron could really help the Jets against the Patriots’ tight ends.

We will see how the draft plays out, but right now Barron is a runaway winner when it comes to analysts pegging who the Jets might take.

Mel Kiper 2012 NFL Mock Draft 1.0: Mark Barron, S, Alabama To New York Jets

Alabama strong safety Mark Barron has been a popular choice for the New York Jets in early mock drafts. ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper apparently agrees with that sentiment as Kiper selected Barron for the Jets with the 16th overall selection in his first 2012 NFL Mock Draft, released Wednesday.

Related: Kiper Mas Mohamed Sanu Of Rutgers Going To Houston Texans With 26th Pick

Kiper says:

Last year the Jets targeted help up front in the first round, and while the pass rush still needs some work, the secondary is a big concern because of the way the Jets’ safeties got abused this year. You’d see teams lining up bigger receivers in the slot to target New York’s smaller safeties and force Rex Ryan to make some tough decisions in coverage. In Barron, the Jets would get the best safety in the draft, a big, rangy talent with big-game experience and the ability to match up against taller receivers and tight ends. The Jets have schemed around a weakness at safety, but it’s time to put a better talent back there.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets Prospect Profiles: Rang's Latest Has Jets Taking Mark Barron, S, Alabama

Alabama safety Mark Barron appears to be a popular 2012 NFL Mock Draft selection for the New York Jets. In his latest mock draft, released Monday, CBS draft analyst Rob Rang has the Jets taking the Alabama safety with the 16th overall selection. In his first mock draft, Andrew Perloff of SI.com also had the Jets taking Barron.

Rang explains his choice this way:

For all of the talent the Jets boast outside at cornerback, the play down the middle has been significantly less impressive this season. The Jets have struggled against tight ends this season and could use an instinctive, big hitting safety to fall into their lap. While the team certainly has other needs to consider, if Alabama's Mark Barron is available, perhaps it might be wise to take the easy way out.

Does Barron Fit With The Jets?

The Jets best safety, Jim Leonhard, has now had two successive seasons cut short by injury. The seven-year veteran will be an unrestricted free agent this off-season, so perhaps protecting themselves at safety would be a good idea for the Jets.

Barron, 6-foot-2, 218 pounds, had 66 tackles, two interceptions and five passes defensed for the national champion Crimson Tide in 2011.

2012 NFL Mock Draft, New York Jets: Mark Barron, S, Alabama

The latest Sports Illustrated 2012 NFL Mock Draft has the New York Jets picking Alabama safety Mark Barron with the 16th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.

Barron helped Alabama's record-setting defense contribute to a national championship, pitching in 63 tackles, 1.0 sacks and two interceptions. He is listed as the 26th-best prospect in Mocking The Draft's 100 Top NFL Draft Prospects list, and the site describes him as "a classic low-ceiling, high-floor prospect who probably won't be a major player in the NFL."

The National Football Post's 2012 NFL Draft Big Board rates Barron as the 12th-best prospect. The site notes that Barron "has the makings of a heck of a special teams player who can attack downhill, play inside the box and drive on the football in front of him in the pass game. Isn't going to be a threat turning and tracking the football, but his improved instincts makes me think he can start in the league."

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2012 NFL Draft, New York Jets Prospect Profiles: Courtney Upshaw, OLB, Alabama

2012 NFL Mock Draft: New York Jets Projected To Pick Courtney Upshaw

The New York Jets are projected to select Alabama outside linebacker Courtney Upshaw in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft, according to SB Nation's 2012 NFL Mock Draft.