Apr 26, 2012; New York, NY, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell introduces defensive end Nick Perry (Southern Cal) as the 28th overall pick by the Green Bay Packers in the 2012 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-US PRESSWIRE
Whitney Mercilus | Linebacker | Illinois: The loss of Mario Williams will sting for a while, but taking Mercilus here is a confidence booster. Mercilus is explosive off the edge and should fill the hybrid OLB nicely in Wade Phillips defense.
Kevin Zeitler | Guard | Wisconsin: Not a flashy pick, but a solid one. Zeitler can step in and immediately contribute to a Bengals offensive line in need. This is a smart investment by the Bengals for Andy Dalton.
Nick Perry | Defensive end | USC: Perry is an outside linebacker in a 3-4 and that's exactly how he will be utilized in Green Bay. I'm not sold on this guy, as he has a tendency to be rather inconsistent at times. However, when it comes to rushing the passer, Perry can fit the bill. Dom Capers should be happy.
Harrison Smith | Safety | Notre Dame: The Vikings have lacked a real safety for quite some time, so this chalks up to a smart pick. Smith excels in zone and should be able to jump in and contribute immediately.
A.J. Jenkins | Wide receiver | Illinois: With all of the receiver talent in this draft, I have to view this as a bit of a reach. Trent Baalke obviously sees something in Jenkins that he really likes. Jenkins can separate well and adds a reliable deep threat for Alex Smith.
Doug Martin | Running back | Boise State: Martin should compliment Blount nicely and he's a typical three-down back. Martin's footwork is outstanding and he hits the hole with aggression. I like this pick a lot.
David Wilson | Running back | Virginia Tech: Many people had Coby Fleener penciled in here, but this pick makes more sense for the defending champs. With Brandon Jacobs in San Francisco, Wilson gives the Giants some explosive backfield youth and an option in the passing game.
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