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NFL Draft Roundup: March 11

Wide receiver Will Fuller’s performance at the NFL Combine has helped him climb into the first round of several mock drafts.
Wide receiver Will Fuller’s performance at the NFL Combine has helped him climb into the first round of several mock drafts.

Now that the NFL Combine is over, the NFL Draft is right around the corner. Each Friday, Blue & Gold Illustrated will compile the latest mock drafts and news surrounding Notre Dame’s NFL Draft prospects.

Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN

3. San Diego Chargers — Ronnie Stanley, OT

22. Houston Texans — Will Fuller, WR

Todd McShay Top 32, ESPN

6. Ronnie Stanley, OT

26. Will Fuller, WR

Scott Wright, DraftCountdown.com

6. Baltimore Ravens — Ronnie Stanley, OT

24. Cincinnati Bengals — Jaylon Smith, LB

36. Baltimore Ravens — Will Fuller, WR

65. Cleveland Browns — Sheldon Day, DT

90. Seattle Seahawks — Nick Martin, C

92. New England Patriots — C.J. Prosise, RB

Mike Farrell, Rivals.com

6. Baltimore Ravens — Ronnie Stanley, OT

“A linebacker would be tempting here, but the Ravens need offensive line help and after Stanley there is a big drop-off in talent.

24. Cincinnati Bengals — Will Fuller, WR

“The Bengals were hoping Treadwell would slide this far down but after his combine performance that wasn’t going to happen, so it’s a choice between Fuller, who ran that insane 4.32 but has suspect hands, or Coleman, who didn’t run but is a matchup nightmare in the slot. They opt for Fuller.”

Adam Gorney, Rivals.com

8. Miami Dolphins — Ronnie Stanley, OT

“Stanley might not fall this far depending on needs of others earlier who could use a phenomenal offensive tackle. But if the four-star from Notre Dame does dip to this level, the Dolphins can always use more assistance in keeping QB Ryan Tannehill upright.”

28. Kansas City Chiefs — Will Fuller, WR

“Offensive line definitely makes sense, but I could see the Chiefs loading up at receiver, too, and with what Fuller did at the combine in the 40-yard dash, speed is the answer here. The former four-star from Notre Dame is another option at receiver who can stretch the field and open up the offense even more.”

Charles Davis, NFL.com

11. Chicago Bears — Ronnie Stanley, OT

28. Kansas City Chiefs — Will Fuller, WR

Rob Rang, CBS.com

6. Baltimore Ravens — Ronnie Stanley, OT

24. Cincinnati Bengals — Will Fuller, WR

Dane Brugler, CBS.com

6. Baltimore Ravens — Ronnie Stanley, OT

22. Houston Texans — Will Fuller, WR

Josh Norris, Rotoworld Player Rankings

9. Ronnie Stanley, OT

“Where He Wins: Many will question Stanley’s strength and/or power. By this I think they mean anchor versus power. I believe Stanley combination of length, frame, footwork and athleticism is enough of a combination to get by with possibly adequate strength. I’ve seen him display an aggressive temperament on multiple occasions.”

18. Jaylon Smith, LB

“Where He Wins: Jaylon is very athletic, capable of covering gaps and plenty of ground. Like most linebackers, Smith is at his best against the run and looked more aggressive at the point of attack this season. He is above average in coverage and has even shown the ability to rush the passer as a blitzer. I have no comment on the injury, and teams likely won’t re-check until in April.”

http://www.rotoworld.com/articles/cfb/60966/325/draft-rankings-big-board-40

Chris Burke, Sports Illustrated

14. Oakland Raiders — Ronnie Stanley, OT

“The Raiders just paid Kelechi Osemele as if he is going to be their starting left tackle, but this move would make the line better overall. Osemele is a dominant, All-Pro-caliber guard, and Stanley can be a franchise left tackle. Breaking the bank at guard is a lot easier when you’re rolling on the cheap at tackle.”

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