Scott's mock draft -- Picks 22-32

Well, here it is -- my final 11 first-round predictions for this weekend's draft. I can't wait until this is all over with.

22) Minnesota Vikings -- Percy Harvin, WR, Florida
I woke up this morning planning to put Arizona offensive tackle Eben Britton, who would potentially solve one of the Vikes' biggest problems on the right side of the line. However, it doesn't seem as if Minnesota is too scared off by the recent revelations of Harvin's failed drug test or the dynamic ex-Gator's durability concerns. With Bill Parcells and the Dolphins (who pick at #25) also still on Harvin's trail, the Vikings would have to grab him here.

23) New England Patriots -- Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State
Most observers have the Pats targeting a defensive player at this spot, but with four selections among the first 58 picks, New England will have opportunities to fill those needs in the second round if there's a player it can't pass up. Pettigrew, the clear-cut top tight end available, would fit the bill for a team that loves to draft tight ends and has two on the roster (Ben Watson and David Thomas) set to be free agents at season's end.

24) Atlanta Falcons -- Clay Matthews, OLB, USC
By acquiring Tony Gonzalez from the Chiefs yesterday, Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff can turn his attention to adding pieces to a defense that was the team's sore spot last season. Atlanta's biggest holes to fill may be at outside linebacker, where 2008 starters Keith Brooking and Michael Boley both left free via agency. Matthews, who wowed scouts at the Combine after a breakthrough season at USC, wouldn't be a reach pick based solely on need, however.

25) Miami Dolphins -- James Laurinaitis, ILB, Ohio State
It's tough to get a read on what the Dolphins might do here. Wide receiver is the team's biggest need, but the draft is deep at that position and Parcells probably would be hesitant to use a high pick on what would be a developmental player. Miami's pretty-well set at inside linebacker after re-signing Channing Crowder over the winter, but Laurinaitis' combo of intensity, physicality and field smarts would likely appeal to the Big Tuna.

26) Baltimore Ravens -- Aaron Maybin, DE/OLB, Penn State
Maybin is projected to go as high as the lower teen's in a lot of mocks, but could slide into the lower half of the first round because there's some risk involved with taking a player who's the classic defensive end/outside linebacker "tweener" and started only one year in college. The Ravens would jump at the chance to snare the Maryland native here, however, and there's a good chance Maybin's off the board before they pick.

27) Indianapolis Colts -- Peria Jerry, DT, Mississippi
The Colts had the smallest set of defensive tackles in the league last year and were often overpowered by smash-mouth running teams such as fellow division-members Tennessee and Jacksonville. Jerry's not the space-eating behemoth type, but possesses exceptional quickness and has drawn comparisons to Booger McFarland, a valuable cog in Tony Dungy's previous defenses in Tampa Bay and Indy. Would be a no-brainer pick for the Colts if he lasts this long.

28) Buffalo Bills (from Philadelphia) -- William Beatty, OT, Connecticut
After trading disgruntled left tackle Jason Peters to the Eagles for this pick last week, it's imperative that Buffalo finds a suitable replacement to protect Trent Edwards' blind side on the first day. The Bills may be able to get their man with the #11 overall pick, but Beatty's a good prospect who figures to still be around at this point.

29) New York Giants -- Brian Robiskie, WR, Ohio State
It's almost certain that the G-Men are going to come away with a wide receiver, preferably one with size, on Saturday, either by trading for a veteran or taking one somewhere in the first two rounds. It's looking more and more that the long-rumored deal with Cleveland for Braylon Edwards isn't happening, so New York's going to have to turn to the draft to find someone to fill the shoes of departed starters Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer. The six-foot-three Robiskie gets the nod over North Carolina's Hakeem Nicks here, but don't be surprised if the Giants trade up to snare Maryland's Darrius Heyward-Bey if he's around in the middle of the first round.

30) Tennessee Titans -- Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
This selection of the fast-rising Ayers would not only please Titans fans who double as Volunteers' supporters, it's one that make sense as well for depth and future purposes. Ends Kyle Vanden Bosch and Jevon Kearse and tackle Tony Brown are all in the final year of their contracts, and Ayers' ability to play both inside and outside would make him an attractive option for Jeff Fisher's team.

31) Arizona Cardinals -- Donald Brown, RB, Connecticut
Anquan Boldin's possible departure makes wide receiver an area of interest for the surprising defending NFC champs, but the Cardinals also sorely need a second back who would replace the aging and unhappy Edgerrin James and serve as a complement to second-year pro Tim Hightower. Brown's easily the best on the board at this point, and his intelligence and pass-catching skills make the former Huskie a good fit for the Arizona offense.

32) Pittsburgh Steelers -- Alex Mack, C, California
The reigning Super Bowl winners have depth issues to address across the offensive line, and bringing aboard the technically-sound Mack would be a good first step in solving those concerns. The Cal product, who won the Draddy Trophy honoring college football's top scholar-athlete following his senior season, could step right in and start immediately for the Steelers at guard and would make a solid replacement if the team decides not to re-sign center Justin Hartwig after this season.