The NFL draft is the beginning of the journey for hundreds of college prospects. It's a day of unbridled hope for many fans. And it's a huge downer for many veterans out there. Imagine watching Shake Milton Jersey your bo s hire your replacement on national television. That's how it probably felt for many of the veterans that suffered collateral damage during draft week. Here are some of the players that will be facing new competition or will be facing a search for a new job:1. , quarterback: The weren't nece sarily bluffing about their appreciation for Mettenberger. Perhaps they agree with my a se sment that he looked like a future mid-level starting quarterback, but there's no comparison between his ceiling and . This was a case of bad luck for Mettenberger. If the were drafting fourth, Mettenberger would have wound up as a Week 1 starter.Now Mettenberger will be riding the bench for the team's new face of the franchise. The made it clear on draft day they expect Mariota to start in Week 1. Mettenberger will only start again if Mariota gets hurt or things go horribly wrong in Tenne see. 2. , tackle: Whitworth dared the to draft his replacement. They took the challenge and then double dog dared him back by taking two tackles in the first two rounds. Whitworth wants a new contract and instead ."It's not really top of the line customer service," said Whitworth, per the team site. "Eventually, hopefully, one day that (contract) conversation will be had and I'll be here." 3. , receiver: When was traded, Wilson became a buzzy name in circles. That buzz should end after Chicago drafted . With in the slot, snaps will be hard to come by. 4. , running back: Mason's explosivene s absolutely jumped off the screen last season. He was perhaps our favorite rookie running back to watch last season, and now he's been replaced by a true three-down running back in No. 10 overall pick . The have a good problem now because Mason absolutely deserves to get consistent snaps. But the team won't be relying on him as a starter anymore. 5. Phil Taylor, defensive tackle: Taylor was Nerlens Noel Jersey once a highly-thought of first-round pick at nose tackle. Now he's potentially getting replaced by one after was taken No. 12 overall. Due $5.4 million this season, Taylor has to be worried about making the Cleveland roster. 6 + 7. and , receivers: Jennings surely saw an opportunity to start in Miami when he signed late in free agency. The drafting of No. 14 overall pick will make that a signment tougher. Second-year pro is locked into major snaps, meaning Jennings or Stills could wind up on the bench. In Jennings' case, he could be battling just to make the team. 8. , running Moses Malone Jersey back: All offseason, we expected the to draft a running back high. That's exactly what they did, eliminating any chance of Oliver starting in 2015. With first-round pick starting and taking third downs, Oliver will battle just for snaps. 9. , defensive end: It's not like Wilkerson is going to be benched anytime soon. No. 6 overall pick has a different style of play, and Wilkerson is one of the best at his position in the league. Williams' arrival, however, could hurt Wilkerson at the negotiating table. He should get big money eventually, but might not be able to get top dollar from the now. New York could also use the franchise tag on Wilkerson in 2016, knowing they have plenty of depth. 10. , outside linebacker: The 2013 first-round pick is overdue to make an impact on the field in Pittsburgh. That won't be easier after the team drafted another pa s-rusher, Bud Dupree, in the first round. 11. , wide receiver: Like Jennings in Miami, Nicks likely saw a path to playing time when he signed with Tenne see. Now second-round pick could make it difficult for Nicks just to make the team. is a much safer bet to take up the "trusty veteran" role now that is out of the picture. 12. , cornerback: It seems like a long time ago he was a top-five pick. Claiborne has to prove he can stay healthy just to get on the field. Dallas first-round pick is a better bet for snaps. 13. , running back: Check out NFL Media columnist Michael Silver's . Head coach Gus Bradley was clearly desperate to upgrade their starting running back spot, and they found a three-down option in . Robinson is Maurice Cheeks Jersey best suited in a change-of-pace role.14 + 15. and , tight ends: Gillmore was a promising rookie a season ago, and could still wind up starting for Baltimore. But the team brought in some serious competition with second-round pick and fifth-rounder . This is a pretty clear sign that Pitta is not a lock for the roster. 16. , running back: He spent Charles Barkley Jersey about half a season showing off some -like traits as Detroit's third-down back. Riddick should get moved to No. 3 on the depth chart after Detroit drafted . The e sentially drafted a similar but superior version to Riddick. 17. , running back: Last year's third-down back is not going to get much of a chance to develop into an every-down player. could wind up ahead of both West and last year's surprise power back . 18. , former receiver: This is the most obvious name on the list. The weekend wasn't over before Jones was . With in Oakland, the competition for snaps at wide receiver will be fierce. , , and will all be battling for snaps behind the No. 4 overall pick. Sixteen AFC teams. Four Heroes. Three minutes per team. The latest Podcast . Find more content on .*