The NFL Draft for 2012 is nowhere near finished, but the first round certainly is and at the end of the opening day it’s ready for discussion.

With all the trades and moves that happened on opening day, here’s the full list of who took who with what pick and why.

1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck (QB)
No surprises there; Indy gets the man that they wanted all along to try and help them move on from the Peyton Manning era. They will look to rebuild their franchise with the Stanford QB, who went exactly where everyone thought he would -first overall pick.

2. Washington Redskins: Robert Griffin III (QB)
Again, exactly what everyone expected. After working so hard to get the No. 2 pick off the St. Louis Rams, the Redskins get the franchise quarterback they wanted. His dual threat will certainly help them in many years to come, especially if they can add some young, strong, fast receivers later on in the draft.

3. Cleveland Browns: Trent Richardson (RB)
Cleveland Browns executed a trade for the No. 3 pick from the Minnesota Vikings, in exchange for the 4th pick as well as their 4th, 5th and 7th-round picks.

They moved for Richardson, and they certainly got their man.

Richardson will be playing for the Browns in 2012, and will give Colt McCoy a great boost in the process. He’ll give him an extra receiver, a great blocker and one incredible runner. In a defensively focused division, his tough yards could be the difference for the Browns.

4. Minnesota Vikings: Matt Kalil (OT)
There goes the end of the speculation; Minnesota will take Kalil and Christian Ponder breaths a sigh of relief in the process. He’ll benefit from having a great blind-side rusher, particularly with the rushing strengths in divisional rivals Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions. Great pick.

5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Justin Blackmon (WR)
The Jacksonville Jaguars have traded the 7th and 101st pick to the Tampa Bay Bucaneers for the No. 5 pick.

Without doubt the strongest receiver in the draft, Jacksonville gets their man with the Oklahoma State heading to the Jaguars in 2012. He’ll give Blaine Gabbert a great chance to flex his arm and launch down field and even if he doesn’t go there, Blackmon will open the field well for Gabbert.

6. Dallas Cowboys: Morris Claiborne (CB)
The Dallas Cowboys traded the 14th and 45th pick for the St. Louis Rams’ No. 6.

Wow. What a pick. Great move from Dallas, who now have one very impressive secondary. Great deception from the Cowboys also to keep it under wraps — the cornerback didn’t even visit Dallas during the off-season. Throw in DeMarcus Ware and Ratliff rushing, and Dallas is suddenly a very good side this year.

7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Mark Barron (S)
They probably wanted Claiborne, but Barron is the next best option. No question that the Bucs need to improve their defense, and Barron is the best option to try and safeguard your defence from the likes of Drew Brees, Matt Ryan and Cam Newton. Reaction pick. Maybe not the best player on the board at the time, but can understand the pick.

8. Miami Dolphins: Ryan Tannehill (QB)
Always going to happen. Miami gets Tannehill and waste their No. 8 pick in my opinion. Tannehill will be good, I’m sure, but he’ll still have to beat out Matt Moore and David Gerrard for the starting job.

Just like Mike Shanahan with Griffin, Jeff Ireland’s success is now dependent on the success (or failings) of Tannehill. The last time that the Dolphins picked a QB in the first round was a guy called Dan Marino — that one turned out all right, I guess.

9. Carolina Panthers: Luke Kuechly (ILB)
Another great pick. Talk of them taking Fletcher Cox, but Kuechly is the right option, especially since I imagine Philly to trade up and get Cox. Kuechly was a two-time All American middle linebacker for Boston College and will be a great fit for an ever-improving Panthers unit.

10. Buffalo Bills: Stephon Gilmore (CB)
Again, I think this is a reactionary move. One of the best players available, but perhaps not the best. Gilmore will help when playing Tom Brady and (dare I say it) Ryan Tannehill twice a year. Great speed, height and reach – will help the Bills in zone coverage. Changed my mind a little. Good pick.

11. Kansas City Chiefs: Dontari Poe (DT)
Thought Poe would slip a little more than 11, but good pick from Chiefs. Incredible Combine numbers makes him an excellent pick, especially since the Chiefs struggled there last year. Will help the Chiefs on third-down especially, and you can play him either inside or outside.

12. Philadelphia Eagles: Fletcher Cox (DT)
The Seattle Seahawks trade the No. 12 pick to Philadelphia for the No. 15, 114 and 172 pick.

There it is! Called the Eagles to move up and get Cox and am glad they did. Perfect fit for their team. The Rams would have taken him with their next pick, so perfect move for Philly. Discussed by many as the best defensive lineman in the draft, this NFC East Division is looking really, really good now.

13. Arizona Cardinals: Michael Floyd (WR)
Larry Fitzgerald and Michael Floyd both jump off their chairs in excitement with this pick, with Kevin Kolb and John Skelton not far behind them. Floyd was tipped by many as even better than No. 4 pick Justin Blackmon, and he falls to a side that already has Larry Fitzgerald. Talk about a double threat; and Floyd gets to learn from the best WR in the game. Will be Pro-Bowl in three years time. Book it.

14. St. Louis Rams: Michael Brockers (DT)
They might have wanted Cox, but Brockers is the next best option for the Rams — especially considering how much they were beat up in 2011. Played very well in very big games last year, and with active hands and ability to anchor and collapse pocket, still a great pick for the Rams.

15. Seattle Seahawks: Bruce Irvin (OLB)
That’s our first real rough pick — Bruce Irvin. Many stated that he was probably the most natural pass-rusher in the side, but once you consider the off-field issues, was expected to be a second round pick. Won’t be able to play first downs weighing at 245 pounds, but is without doubt the most explosive edge rusher in the draft. Could be a gem; could be a dud.

16. New York Jets select Quinton Coples (DE)
With the plethora of choices they had at this point, the Jets went to Coples, who certainly has extreme ability. Similar to Dontari Poe, Coples fills the need and has excellent potential, but may not give the consistency needed to match it with Tom Brady and other AFC sides.

That’s a definite wait and see, but for me, not the best option they could have taken — that would have been Melvin Ingram.

HALF TIME. Time to breathe. Coples to the Jets more of a shock than Irvin going in the first round for me. The Jets had so many solid options to choose from and I don’t think they got the best option available. Have to wait and see I guess.

17. Cincinnati Bengals: Dre Kirkpatrick (CB)
Brilliant pick. Bengals secondary is very, very strong. Very strong and will be a great impact player in a tough division. The Alabama corner-back is great in tackling and coverage – two skills harnessed through his college program. Very quick player and can match up with physical wide receivers well. A few off-field issues, but nothing to write home about.

18. San Diego Chargers: Melvin Ingram (DE)
No surprise there. Very strong Pro-Day workout. Size of a tight-end and will fit well in to a 3-4 defense as an outside linebacker. Can go from standing up or not; very natural player. Versatile and will fit well in to a San Diego Chargers side desperate to drop the temperamental tag. Helps a struggling special teams as well.

19. Chicago Bears: Shea McClellin (OLB)
Green Bay Packers will not be happy with their fiercest rival — McClellin is a great pick for the Bears in a division that features Aaron Rodgers, Jay Cutler and Matthew Stafford. Very, very good defender with a lot of versatility that will work in a 4-3 defense.

20. Tennessee Titans: Kendall Wright (WR)
Oooooh. Set Baylor’s single season receiving records with 1,663 yards and 14 touchdowns. Tough pick to go over Stephen Hill, but had many thinking that his Pro Day was an accurate reflection of how fast he is. Difficult to know just how much of his numbers were due to RG3; Jake Locker will benefit from having a great WR lining up for him to add with Kenny Britt and Nate Washington.

21. New England Patriots: Chandler Jones (DE)
Cincinnati traded the 21st pick in the NFL draft to the Patriots for the 27th and 93rd. First time New England has traded up in the draft since they went and got Mayo.

Great strength and will surely be bigger and tougher in two years’ time. Long arms and will be a great addition for the Patriots’ pass rush. Able to drop and make tackles in open field -something that Bill Belichick loves to have in his unit. Interesting to see the production he gives.

22. Cleveland Browns: Brandon Weeden (QB)
Brandon Weeden is heading to the Browns. Concerns with his age, but say he gives seven good years? Sure any General Manager will take that. Good eyes and vision; won’t be that agile in the pocket, but still a good pick from the Browns. They got their running back; now they get their quarterback. Weeden becomes the oldest player drafted in the first round since 1980 – welcome to being a professional back-up for Colt McCoy.

23. Detroit Lions: Riley Reiff (OT)
Not sure how Reiff slipped down to No. 23, but it’s on for the Lions. They need offensive line help, and Reiff gives them that. Stafford will benefit from a stronger line and considering the pass rush that Chicago’s already drafted, and Green Bay are sure to draft, Reiff is a great pick.

24. Pittsburgh Steelers: David DeCastro (OG)
Definitely would have gone Reiff if he was still there, but Steelers forced to head to DeCastro. Very tough not to take him at this point in the draft. Helps the Steelers’ problems up front – especially in a tough division.

Fast feet and good hands, but would love to see more strength if he’s going to handle the Ravens defensive line. Pittsburgh used a league high 25 different offensive line combinations last year; hopefully DeCastro helps that.

25. New England Patriots: Dont’a Hightower (ILB)
Denver traded the 25th pick in the NFL draft to the New England Patriots for the 31st and 126th pick. Another trade up for the Patriots. Incredible.

Knew this one was coming; Patriots just wanted to make sure of it. They get Hightower and suddenly have a very strong pass rush for the opening round of the NFL. Good deal for Denver; great deal for New England. Belichick does it again, to get the best players available, especially considering how poor the Patriots were on defence in 2011.

26. Houston Texans: Whitney Mercilus (DE)
Already one of the best defences in the league; imagine what they’re going to be with one of the best edge rushers in the draft. Very quick and already strong, and will be a great tool for the Texans defence.

Seems like already buffing up a strong unit and missed chance to hit the offense, but still, tough to argue with Mercilus. Great pick for the Texans – he did lead the nation with 16 sacks last year.

27. Cincinnati Bengals: Kevin Zeitler (OG)
Tough, tough man. Not a pretty pick, but definitely a smart one. Will definitely start in Week 1: strong and a very solid mentality. Bengals ranked 30th in runs up the middle, so Zeitler will help that number. Used to be a wrestler; same mentality still in existence. Great draft day from the Bengals – more picks, solid guard and brilliant corner. Well done Cincinnati.

28. Green Bay Packers: Nick Perry (LB)
They found USC success in Clay Matthews; figured they’d go back there to help their pass rush again. 270 pounds and can run a 4.64 for the 40 yard dash, definitely what the Packers are after.

Led the Pac-12 with the most sacks and in the eyes of many, is only just starting to scratch the surface. Could send the Packers defense back to it’s 2010 glory.

29. Minnesota Vikings: Harrison Smith (S)
Baltimore Ravens send pick No. 29 to Minnesota for No. 35 (2nd round) and No. 98 (4th round). More defence for the NFC North? Yup. Defence it is.

In a division that features Cutler, Rodgers and Stafford, the Vikings needed some secondary help and they get it with Smith. This is the answer to their Kalil-Claiborne problem. Haven’t had a strong safety in a long time; will give the Vikings a great skill set in the secondary.

Fast, strong, quick and great eyes. Will definitely be tested by rest of NFC North, but will also definitely step up. Great option.

30. San Francisco 49ers: A.J. Jenkins (WR)
Like they needed another wide receiver; 49ers take Jenkins to add to their receiving complement of Mario Manningham, Randy Moss, Kyle Williams, Ted Ginn and Michael Crabtree. Throw in a 4.3 at his Pro Day and this team is a very good offence side, not just defensive. Harbaugh will breed discipine and Williams will flourish under Crabtree and Manningham.

31. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Doug Martin (RB)
One more for the night! Denver traded 36 and 101 to Tampa Bay for 31 and 126. Corner-back? Janoris Jenkins?

Ahhhhh. Clever. They can’t get Richardson, so they get themselves the next best running back that can play every down.

Martin is a great runner with exceptional hands, and is an excellent fit for the Bucs. Great at pass protection also, which will help Josh Freeman. No. 22 – Matt Forte anyone? Very similar pick. Throw in the fact that Martin can play special teams, especially kickoffs, and he’s got a little bit of Devin Hester in there with him. Great move Bucs.

32. New York Giants: David Wilson (RB)
Not what many expected, but definitely what they needed. Needs to develop his run instincts, but he runs a sub 4.5 and is 200-plus pounds. The Giants ranked last in rush yards per game and considering that Brandon Jacobs couldn’t run over my grandmother, Wilson will give them impact and strength that the Super Bowl Champions lacked in 2012.

And that’s the end of the first round for the 2012 NFL Draft. We’ve seen eight trades and over half the picks happened at places where teams were not scheduled to trade.

Some big moves, like Dallas to get Claiborne, Jacksonville to get Blackmon.

Final thought — this was the fastest first round in the history of the draft. The record did stand at 3 hours and 28 minutes; unofficial times have it at 3 hours and one minute for 2012.

Feel free to post up below your thoughts; sorry if mine aren’t perfect. Live viewing means live thoughts — I’d love to know yours.