AFC North Team Needs

Baltimore Ravens
1. Left Guard
The Ravens were unable to resign Ben Grubbs and that leaves a huge hole along the left side. They tried to sign a couple of the top FAs, but were unsuccessful. Projected replacement is Jah Reid, but he's 6'7 and probably better suited to stay at RT. A quick solution might be to draft top center prospect Peter Konz. He can play LG his rookie season before taking over for Matt Birk after next year. If he's available, I think it will be hard for the Ravens to pass him up.

2. Rush Linebacker
Jarrett Johnson wasn't a big name, but losing him to the Chargers is a huge loss for the Ravens. Johnson was a very good run defender and a big part of their defense that they have to replace. As of right now Paul Krueger and possibly Sergio Kindle are slated to replace him, but neither can be counted on yet. Don't be surprised to see them take somebody to help out. Nick Perry would be a good fit at the end of round 1 and Ronnell Lewis would be a good fit in the 2nd round.

3. Wide Receiver
Even though they have one of the best possession receivers in Anquan Boldin and an emerging WR in Torrey Smith the Ravens still have needs. Mainly because that is all they have. Boldin is good, but his play is declining. They could really use another receiver that would allow them to move Boldin to the slot. Stephen Hill could be an option at the end of the 1st round. If not they could go after a Tommie Streeter in the 3rd.

Cincinnati Bengals
1. Guard
The Bengals lost Nate Livings is now a Cowboy and they brought in Travelle Wharton and Jacob Bell, but there is still a need for a top level guard. Cincinnati is a running team and really needs a road grader at guard. They would love for David DeCastro to fall to them, but if he's gone they'd gladly settle on Cordy Glenn with one of their two 1st round picks to fill at hole. Either way they are getting a top flight Guard prospect.

2. Cornerback
What was once a strength (Leon Hall and Jonathan Joseph) has now become a big question mark. Leon Hall's recovery from a torn ACL probably won't have him ready to go by the start of the season. They've added Jason Allen and Terrence Newman, but neither is considered a long term solution. Look for the Bengals to draft a CB early in this draft. Guys like Dre Kirkpatrick, Janoris Jenkins, and Stephon Gilmore very well could be Bengals.

3. #2 Wide Receiver
Cincinnati found a elite #1 receiver last year in AJ Green, but besides him there is less certainty. Jerome Simpson is alright, but isn't considered a top WR. Plus he has that whole drug arrest situation too. So in an effort to help the development of Andy Dalton the Bengals would be wise to add another receiver. Since they have an extra 1st round pick they could take somebody with either the #17 pick or #21. Michael Floyd would be a perfect fit, but he is likely to be gone by #17. Kendall Wright or Stephen Hill could be options at #21. If they wait till the 2nd round they could hope to get a Alshon Jeffery, Ruben Randle or maybe a Mahamad Sanu.

Cleveland Browns
1. Offensive Weapons
Colt McCoy may or may not be a NFL QB (I'll get into that later) but looking at their RBs and WRs and you have to notice that they don't have a whole lot around him. Peyton Hillis had one good year and then disappeared. Greg Little has emerged as their top WR, but he isn't a game breaker. If the Browns want their offense to be successful they have to bring in more talent. Luckily at #4 they'll have a chance to do that. They'll likely take either Trent Richardson (RB) or Justin Blackmon (WR). They also have the pick #22 and if they don't take Blackmon at #4 they could take Kendall Wright or Stephon Hill.

2. Quarterback
This one all depends on what Mike Holmgren believes he has in Colt McCoy. If he believes in McCoy then this isn't a need. If he doesn't, then it's a big need. McCoy looked good as a rookie coming in at the end of the season and managing the game. However last year he struggled. Chalk that up to his ability or the lack of talent around him, there is some uncertainty. If the Browns feel that they need a QB they are in a great spot to draft Ryan Tannehill at #4. Otherwise they could wait till #22 or the 2nd round to take a Brandon Weeden or somebody else.

3. Offensive Line
What was once a top flight line now has some major holes. Joe Thomas and Alex Mack are holding down their spots, but at the two guard spots and right tackle there are major questions. For the Browns who want to be a physical running team, they are going to need to fill those holes quickly. With having an extra 1st round pick the Browns are in a good spot to add another lineman. They'd love for David DeCastro to fall to them, but he's a goner by then. Cordy Glenn would be a good fit because he could play either RT or G. If they do pass on a lineman at #22 they could choose to go after somebody in the 2nd round. Keleche Osemele, Kevin Zeitler, or Mitchell Swartz could all be options.

Pittsburgh Steelers
1. Offensive Line
Every year this seems to be the #1 need. And it looks like the Steelers understand that. They took Maurkice Pouncey two years ago in the 1st and Marcus Gilbert in the 2nd. Those two are the only ones that seem to have spots locked down. Gilbert will be moving over to LT so that means they'll be looking to upgrade at Guard and Tackle. They'd love to take somebody with the 24th pick, but the value probably won't be there. Look for them to take somebody on Day 2.

2. Inside Linebacker
When the Steelers cut James Farrior that opened up a big hole in the middle of their defense. They do have Larry Foote, but he isn't starting material. They'll be looking for a starter to pair up next to Lawrence Timmons. A great player that they'll more than likely take is Dont'a Hightower out of Alabama. He's a great player for their scheme. He can stop the run and provide a solid pass rusher up the middle. If they are unable to get Hightower they could take Audie Cole in the 3rd round. He is basically a less talented by similar player as Hightower.

3. Nose Tackle
Not only is Casey Hampton on the wrong side of 30, but he is also coming off a season ending ACL injury. He'll likely start the season an the PUP list. Even with Hampton back there is still an issue of finding his replacement. Dontari Poe could be a candidate at #24 if he is still there, but likely they have to find somebody in another round. Alemeda Ta'amu or Josh Chapman could be options on Day 2