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2011 NFL Draft

Buffalo Bills Draft Order
Rd 1, Pick 4
Rd 2, Pick 4
Rd 3, Pick 2 (from TB)
Rd 3, Pick 4
Rd 4, Pick 4
Rd 4, Pick 17 (from CLE)
Rd 5, Pick 4
Rd 6, Pick 4
Rd 7, Pick 4


On the Clock - Rd 1, Pick 4 - Buffalo Bills

**TRADE UPDATE**
It appears the Bills have traded away their first round pick to the Cleveland Browns. Here are the terms of the deal:

Browns Get:
1st round pick (4)
6th round pick (4)
Conditional 2011 pick (1st or 2nd rounder)

Bills Get:
2nd round pick (17)
3rd round pick (17)
QB Colt McCoy

Telford's Take - There just wasn't anybody on the board in that range that we felt fit our system well enough to be worth the hefty contract. We also like what we see in McCoy and expect him to compete for the starting job with Johnson and Brohm in camp.

New Draft Order
Rd 2, Pick 4
Rd 2, Pick 17 (from CLE)
Rd 3, Pick 2 (from TB)
Rd 3, Pick 4
Rd 3, Pick 17 (from CLE)
Rd 4, Pick 4
Rd 4, Pick 17 (from CLE)
Rd 5, Pick 4
Rd 6, Pick 17 (from CLE)
Rd 7, Pick 4

Buffalo Bills Draft Picks
2-4 -- LT Vondray Neal, LSU



Neal is a raw talent at the tackle position. He's got the size and work ethic that scouts fawn over, it's just a matter of how quickly he can polish his fundamentals. This pick fills the biggest hole left on the Bills' O-line and will compete with Jamon Meredith for the starting role.


2-17 -- SS Lawrence Wilson, UTEP



Wilson will likely step in immediately as the backup to Donte Whitner. He could also be a standout on special teams due to his big-hit ability. Coverage skills could use refinement.


3-2 -- WR Jordunn Williams, Tulsa



Not seeing any value picks on the board, the Bills decided to draft for need on this one and might have reached a little too much. Williams is viewed as a project talent with high potential, it's just a matter of putting it all together and learning to run routes against NFL corners.


3-4 -- WR Khamari Dansby, UNLV



Dansby's stock in the draft was likely so low due to him playing at UNLV. Perhaps the fastest player in the draft, there is no bigger playmaker in his class. He is a little rough around the edges though and could stand to improve his hands and route running.


3-17 -- LE Deontae Knight, Elon College



Another player whose stock is hindered by playing for a lesser known school. The Bills likely could've picked him up in the next round, but had no other available player ranked higher on their draft board at this point in the draft. This reach could pay huge dividends.


4-4 -- RT Bobby Curl, SMU



There appears to be a recurring theme of taking small school project talents in this draft by the Bills. Curl will likely step in as the backup to Brandon Keith right away.


4-17 -- ROLB Logan Ellis, UCLA



Ellis looks to be a special teamer his rookie season. The Bills like his speed and upside but with Maybin the incumbent it's going to be hard for him to see much time, barring injury or a strong training camp.


5-4 -- TE Torri Bonner, N. Colorado



The Bills and offensive coordinator Norv Turner envision Bonner as an Antonio Gates clone in their offense. His route running needs refining but he could quickly emerge as a top young tight end in the league. Not much of a blocker, though.


6-17 -- FB Trip Allen, Towson State



Known in college as a gamer, the Bills are hoping he brings that hard-nosed tenacity to Buffalo as a lead blocker for their RB trio. Likely will begin the season as the starter, replacing Corey McIntyre.


7-4 -- CB R.T. Smiley, Washington State



Enticed by his speed, Smiley will likely serve as nothing more than a special teams player and extra secondary body. More of an athlete than a defensive back.