In the first of what will be 12 mock drafts from every position in a fictional 12-team re-draft league, today we take a look at what eDraft would do with the eighth overall pick in the draft. 

Remember, this is simply a hypothetical re-draft league. We will focus a great deal on dynasty, devy and IDP leagues as the season draws closer. 

For these series of mocks, we are using eDraft's mock draft tool (presented by FanDuel). 

1. Dez Bryant, Wide Receiver, Dallas Cowboys

Bryant caught 65 percent of the 136 passes thrown in his direction last season. He also averaged a whopping 9.7 yards per target. That's a representation of just how productive Bryant was in what was a run-first Cowboys offense last season. With DeMarco Murray gone and unable to shoulder the load in 2015, the expectation has to be that Dallas will throw the ball a bit more. If so, the 136 targets that Bryant received last season has to be the floor this year. In terms of consistency, Bryant either recorded 100-plus yards and/or caught a touchdown in 12 of his 16 games last year. In today's fantasy football world, that has to count for something. 

Picking in the bottom half of the initial round, it's important to find value above everything else. The truly elite fantasy running backs will be gone, so go for an elite player at another position. In this, Bryant is a perfect fit. 

2. C.J. Anderson, Running Back, Denver Broncos

Now in Gary Kubiak's run-first offensive scheme, we can expect Anderson to improve off his 11th ranking from the running back position last year. Already etched in stone as the team's starting running back, the expectation has to be that Anderson will see more than the 11.9 rush attempts he received per game last season. Even if that number is closer to 15 than 20, there's no reason to believe Anderson will finish outside of the top six or seven this year. If that's the case, getting him in Round 2 after nabbing one of the top fantasy receivers would be a steal. 

3. Carlos Hyde, Running Back, San Francisco 49ers

With Frank Gore gone, Hyde will find himself as a major contributor to what might be a surprising 49ers' offense in 2015. Considering San Francisco is planning on maintaining its run-first scheme under new offensive coordinator Geep Chryst, the expectation has to be that Hyde will receiver an average of 20 touches per game. Based on his talent level and San Francisco's offensive line, this will lead to a minimum of 1,500 total yards. If so, that puts Hyde into RB1 territory. Not bad for a third-round pick. 

4. Peyton Manning, Quarterback, Denver Broncos

Manning may have regressed last year. It's also possible that his numbers will take a hit in Kubiak's offensive system. But neither of these factors lead up to believe that he wouldn't be a top-five fantasy performer in 2015. This is a quarterback that has thrown for a minimum of 4,000 yards and 27 touchdowns in each of the past seven seasons. Even if those numbers are the floor as it relates to Manning's 2015 performance, he's still a solid value in Round 4. 

5. Brandon Marshall, Wide Receiver, New York Jets

Whether it's Geno Smith or Ryan Fitzpatrick under center, Marshall will be the Jets' most-targeted wide receiver in 2015. Based on previous performances, even with substandard quarterbacks, this has to be an indication that Marshall will find himself among the top-15 fantasy receivers, just as he's done each of the past six years prior to an injury-plagued 2014 campaign. Not a bad WR2 behind Bryant. 

6. Vincent Jackson, Wide Receiver, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Let's be clear here for a second. Jameis Winston will provide his receivers with better fantasy numbers than we saw from the combination of Mike Glennon and Josh McCown last season. That's not even up for debate right now. Tampa Bay decided to hang on to Jackson and his inflated contract so that he can act as a veteran presence for Winston. This is an indication that he will be targeted just as much, if not more, than in previous season. Considering Jackson has put up 70-plus receptions and 1,000-plus yards in each of his first three seasons in Tampa, this is a really nice guy to have as a FLEX option behind Bryant and Marshall. 

7. C.J. Spiller, Running Back, New Orleans Saints

Speaking of FLEX options, Spiller could be a stud in this role. The potential PPR stud joins a perfect situation in New Orleans. He's going to be one of Drew Brees' favorite targets. And in an offense that relies a great deal on capable receivers out of the backfield, it's going to make Spiller a stud. Of course, this is all dependent on Spiller actually staying healthy. Spiller's career high in receptions may be 43, but playing on turf in this offense, we could easily see that number doubled in 2015. Don't expect much out of the run game here, but enjoy what Spiller will give you in the pass game. That's the definition of a solid PPR FLEX guy.

Other Picks 

8. Jason Witten, Tight End, Dallas Cowboys

9. Torrey Smith, Wide Receiver, San Francisco 49ers

10. Breshad Perriman, Wide Receiver, Baltimore Ravens

11. Joe Flacco, Quarterback, Baltimore Ravens

12. Dwayne Allen, Tight End, Indianapolis Colts

13. Montee Ball, Running Back, Denver Broncos

14. Carolina Panthers, Defense/Special Teams

15. Matt Bryant, Atlanta Falcons