2010 NFL Mock Draft - Picks 13-24

13. SF: Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers
The 49ers seem set at one tackle spot with Joe Staley, but still have questions with the right side where Adam Snyder is the current starter. With two picks in the first round, the 49ers have a lot of options in which they pursue. With offensive tackles going off the board quick, the 49ers decide to grab one. Anthony Davis struggled a little at the Combine, but because of his position and his potential, he still should be a top 20 draft pick.

14. SEA: C.J. Spiller, RB, Clemson
After drafting its franchise quarterback with the first pick, the Seahawks take their franchise running back in Spiller. Spiller is an amazing athlete, and probably will give Pete Carroll thoughts of Reggie Bush. However, Spiller looks be a possible number one back, in addition to a solid kick returner. Defensive end is another option as Patrick Kerney looks to be over the hill, and USC alum Lawrence Jackson has yet to develop.

15. NYG: Derrick Morgan, DE, Georgia Tech
For a team that did not make the playoffs, the Giants really do not have too many holes, well on paper they don't. With the signing of Antrel Rollle, the Giants' no longer need a safety, which I had projected my last two mock drafts. The Giants would have loved if Rolando McClain fell to them to replace Antonio Pierce at MLB, but he is off the board. Instead the Giants draft a position where they are familiar at drafting: defensive end. With questions about Osi Umenyiora's future in New York, and a desire to continue to stack their defensive line with talent, the Giants take Derrick Morgan. The Giants could also consider DE Jason Pierre-Paul or DT Brian Price.

16. TEN: Jason Pierre-Paul, DE, South Florida
There seems to be a undisputed decision around the internet that the Titans' number one priority is the defensive end position. The Titans take the physical specimen in Jason Pierre-Paul. A 6-6 athletic monster, Pierre-Paul is somewhat of an unknown as he only played one year of division 1 football. Before that, he played at junior college.

17. SF: Taylor Mays, S, USC
The 49ers would love if Taylor Mays turns out to be the next great hard hitting safety from USC that played for the 49ers. The first of course being Ronnie Lott. Mays is a 6-3 beast that could play either safety position. Free safety Dashon Goldson showed flashes last, but Mays would certainly be an upgrade over Michael Lewis at strong safety. Either way, Mike Singletary love fierce hitters and Mays be one of the fiercest in this draft.

18. PIT: Mike Iupati, OG, Idaho
I believe last season was more proof than ever that Big Ben needs to be protected. He got completely destroyed last season due to the Steelers' offensive line woes. Iupati seems to be the highest ranked guard in the draft in the last 10 years. At 6-6, 330 lbs he should also have the ability to play right tackle. Iupati is one tough guy and seems to be a perfect fit for Pittsburgh. He certainly will be an upgrade, wherever he plays on the line. The Steelers had a need at the safety position, but filled it in free agency.

19. ATL: Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida
The Falcons need upgrades at both defensive end and outside linebacke. For the Falcons, Jamaal Anderson may now officially be labeled a bust and John Abraham is 31 years old. The Falcons take the athletic, but troubled, Carlos Dunlap. Before his DUI, Dunlap was considered a top 10 prospect. Let's hope this was only a one time episode. DE/OLB Sergio Kindle and OLB Sean Weatherspoon are other possibilities.

20. HOU: Earl Thomas, S, Texas
The Texans would love to grab the Texas Longhorn, Earl Thomas. With a major need at both the safety position and cornerback position, now more prevalent due to the departure of Dunta Robinson, the Texans take Earl Thomas who is able to play both positions. Thomas will probably be best at free safety, but could very well play cornerback. With this being a poor year at the cornerback position, Thomas is considered the 2nd best cornerback in this draft, along with possibly being the second best safety.

21. CIN: Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma
Maybe, just maybe, the Bengals will listen to me and invest in a tight end. A tight end can be a quarterback's best friend, just don't ask Carson Palmer who has lacks the receiving threat at the position his entire career. The Bengals drafted Chase Coffman in the 3rd round last year, who is almost purely a receiving tight end and in the Bengals' system they want all their tight ends to block. Jermaine Gresham's injury may be the best thing to ever happen to the Bengals. He may actually fall in their laps at 21. The Bengals could use help at WR, but it seems like they are targeting that area in free agency. Safety is another option, but with all top 3 safeties off the board, Gresham is the best value.

22. NE: Jared Odrick, DE/DT, Penn State
I don't even know why I am projecting a pick to the Patriots as I know there is a good chance they will trade this pick. The Patriots won't say it, but they missed Richard Seymour's presence last season. With Jared Odrick they may have the perfect 3-4 end in a player. The Patriots could also look at OLB Sergio Kindle who would be an ideal fit in the 3-4.

23. GB: Sergio Kindle, DE/OLB, Texas
Just ask Antwan Odom, Bengals' defensive end, who had five sacks against the Packers, Green Bay needs help on the offensive line. However, with the recent resigning of veteran Chad Clifton and with the top five offensive tackles off the board, the Packers past on a tackle and find their repalcement for Aaron Kampman. Sergio Kindle looks to be a perfect fit in the 3-4 defense at OLB.

24. PHI: Everson Griffen, DE, USC
This pick came down to OLB Sean Weatherspoon and DE Everson Griffen. The Eagles are looking for a solid pass rusher opposite Trent Cole and Griffen could be that guy, but I also see Weatherspoon making an impact and with his ability to play outside or inside makes him a tempting choice. When in doubt, choose the defensive end as they have more value in the first round.