St. Louis Rams: Reviewing Their 2012 NFL Draft - Bleacher Report

Round 1, Pick 14: Michael Brockers, DT, LSU

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 41

Overrated prospect who should not have been a top-15 draft pick, but a talented defensive lineman with big upside. Big defensive tackle who is an explosive penetrator. Brockers was a rotational player at LSU and is unlikely to be a three-down lineman at the next level. A good athlete, but not elite. 

Round 2, Pick 33: Brian Quick, WR, Appalachian State

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 70

Very good combination of size and athleticism. Natural hands, good route-runner and quick as his name suggests. Unproven as he comes from the FCS level of competition, but has upside to be a productive No. 2 wideout. Unlikely to emerge as a No. 1 deep threat, a position he will be placed into in St. Louis given its lack of talent at wide receiver. 

Round 2, Pick 39: Janoris Jenkins, CB, North Alabama

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 36

As talented as any cornerback in the draft class, including Morris Claiborne, but has serious character concerns. Was a star defensive back at Florida, but was dismissed from the team following multiple arrests. Has the skill set to be an elite man-to-man cover corner. Big risk as an early selection, but could emerge as a true No. 1 shutdown defensive back in the Rams’ secondary if he keeps his head on straight. 

Round 2, Pick 50: Isaiah Pead, RB, Cincinnati

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 88

Well-rounded running back. Hard runner who is undersized to run between the tackles, but also has good speed and quickness. Effective receiver out of the backfield, willing blocker. Good fit for the Rams to be a second-string back and spell Steven Jackson. 

Round 3, Pick 65: Trumaine Johnson, FS/CB, Montana

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 74

Dominant cornerback at the FCS level, but may not be athletic to play the position at the next level. Likely to play free safety for the Rams, where he could emerge as a starter. Great size with tackling and coverage ability in middle of field. A project, but talented with upside. 

Round 4, Pick 96: Chris Givens, WR, Wake Forest

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 90

Givens was a productive wide receiver at Wake Forest. Good hands, effective route-runner and a very good athlete. Only 6'0" tall, but has a solid all-around game. Should be a solid third or fourth receiver for the Rams. 

Round 5, Pick 150: Rokevious Watkins, G, South Carolina

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 262

Powerful offensive lineman with solid footwork. Not dominant, but has the versatility to provide depth at both guard and tackle.  

Round 6, Pick 171: Greg Zuerlein, K, Missouri Western

Overall Prospect Rank: Not in Top 400

Zuerlein was drafted to replace Josh Brown, who has since been released. Productive kicker at the Division II level who has a strong leg. Not necessarily worth a draft pick, but if they went in with the intention of replacing Brown, then it made sense to ensure they were able to bring in the replacement they coveted. 

Round 7, Pick 209: Aaron Brown, OLB, Hawaii

Overall Prospect Rank: Not in Top 400

Productive linebacker at Hawaii, but undersized. Nothing special about him athletically or in his game. A project who will have to be able to play special teams. 

Round 7, Pick 252 (compensatory selection): Daryl Richardson, RB, Abilene Christian

Overall Prospect Rank: No. 301

Richardson is an intriguing athlete who made a name for himself with an impressive pro day. Could follow in the footsteps of relatives Bernard Scott and Clyde Gates, who emerged as sleepers from Abilene Christian to become productive NFL players thanks to their explosive athleticism. An athletic project.