ITH NFL Mock Draft 3.0: Leading Up to the Aprils Draft (2 Rounds)
If you are not excited for the NFL Draft at this point, then you might need to make sure you are alive. We are just two weeks, I repeat two weeks, away from a brand new group of potential superstars entering the league! While the first two selections may be just as close to set in stone as possible, what happens after that is just about anyone’s guess. In this two-round, no trades mock draft, Ben Schwartz and Jacob Keppen do their best to predict the craziness that will certainly be present in the 2021 Draft. For this draft, Ben Schwartz will be taking care of the odd-numbered picks, and Jacob Keppen will select the even-numbered picks.
Round 1
1. Jacksonville Jaguars - Trevor Lawrence, QB Clemson
At this point in the draft process, I do not think there is much more that needs to be said. Trevor Lawrence is the best player in this draft, and he will be the number one pick on April 29th.
- Ben Schwartz
2. New York Jets - Zach Wilson, QB BYU
This draft pick seems like the biggest kept secret in the entire draft. The speculation all offseason was the Jets would be taking a quarterback under their new regime, speculation that was all but confirmed with the recent Sam Darnold trade to the Panthers. The rumors have all pointed towards BYU standout Zach Wilson being the guy. The draft starts at three.
- Jacob Keppen
3. San Francisco 49ers (via MIA, via HOU) - Justin Fields, QB Ohio State
One thing is clear, the 49ers traded up to the number three overall selection to take a quarterback. Which quarterback, however, is still very much up for debate. While over the last couple of weeks Mac Jones has become the frontrunner for Kyle Shannahan’s squad, I am struggling to see him as the quarterback the 49ers gave up three first-round picks for. At this point, Justin Fields is the best bet to make. He was one of the most accurate passers that college football has ever seen, can throw the deep ball, and is an exciting rushing threat. This pick may end up being Jones, but I think Fields is the better quarterback.
- Ben Schwartz
4. Atlanta Falcons - Trey Lance, QB NDSU
When you are in the position to take a franchise quarterback to replace your aging veteran, you do it. The Falcons are a team needing a rebuild from the Dan Quinn era, and the best way to start off the Arthur Smith- Terry Fontenot era is by taking the franchise quarterback of the future. Trey Lance fits Arthur Smith’s system to a T and has the perfect opportunity to sit and learn behind Matt Ryan.
- Jacob Keppen
5. Cincinnati Bengals - Ja’Marr Chase, WR LSU
With the number five pick, the Bengals have the opportunity to add a generational talent at either wide receiver or offensive tackle. The decision to get Joe Burrow protection or an elite weapon will certainly be a tough one, but I think Zac Taylor and Co. ultimately decide to add Joe Burrow’s former teammate, Ja’Marr Chase. Burrow to Chase resulted in 1,780 yards and 20 touchdowns in 2019, with some phenomenal passes. The Bengals aren’t going to have success until they protect Burrow better, but they can address that issue in the second round.
- Ben Schwartz
6. Miami Dolphins (via PHI) - Jaylen Waddle, WR Alabama
The Dolphins need an elite receiving weapon. Devante Parker’s career has been up and down and newly signed Will Fuller struggles to play whole seasons. There’s not really much else of note in the wide receivers room. Jaylen Waddle is the best receiver in the draft, with the elite speed that breaks defenses. He already has a connection with Tua from college and can help the Dolphins playoff aspirations.
- Jacob Keppen
7. Detroit Lions - Penei Sewell, OT Oregon
With a new regime taking hold of the reigns in Detroit, the Lions are entering a full rebuild. This makes them a prime candidate to trade back in the draft with a quarterback-needy team. However, in this no-trade mock draft, this is not an option. The first pick of a new regime is often about setting a culture, and Penei Sewell represents a potentially generational talent at tackle. Sewell allowed just three total pressures on nearly 500 snaps at Oregon and he is a force in the run game.
- Ben Schwartz
8. Carolina Panthers - Rashawn Slater, OT Northwestern
With Sewell off the board, the Panthers take the next best lineman in Rashawn Slater. Slater is a polished day one start that can play either left tackle or guard. The Panthers spent assets to get Sam Darnold from the Jets, and they give him even more help with an elite line prospect.
- Jacob Keppen
9. Denver Broncos - Patrick Surtain, CB Alabama
Now that the top-4 quarterbacks are off the board, the Broncos should look to address another major need in the secondary. The Broncos did add Kyle Fuller and Ronald Darby this offseason, but Fuller’s contract is only for one year. Surtain is the most polished cornerback in this year’s class and has the potential to turn into a long-term number one corner in Denver.
- Ben Schwartz
10. Dallas Cowboys - Kyle Pitts, TE Florida
Get out of here fun police, this is the best pick and scenario the Cowboys can make. You can fix issues on the defense later in the draft, there’s a ton of run-stuffing defensive tackles in rounds three and four. Dallas would be foolish to pass up on an elite receiving tight end like Kyle Pitts, pairing the freakish athlete with an already impressive receiving room.
- Jacob Keppen
11. New York Giants - Micah Parsons, LB Penn State
The Giants filled their need at wide receiver by adding Kenny Golladay through free agency, so now it is time to go after some defensive talent. Parsons looks like a generational prospect at the position, with off-the-charts measurables to go along with high football acumen. He could become an elite player moving all over the Giants defense within a couple of years.
- Ben Schwartz
12. Philadelphia Eagles (via MIA via SF) - Jaycee Horn, CB South Carolina
Yes, the Eagles pass up on the falling Devonta Smith. The need at cornerback is much greater than at wide receiver, a position they can find in later rounds this year. Horn is the best cornerback in the draft and is an immediate improvement over the CBs opposite of Darius Slay.
- Jacob Keppen
13. Los Angeles Chargers - Christian Darrisaw, OT Virginia Tech
The Chargers entered this offseason looking to improve the offensive line in front of their young franchise quarterback, Justin Herbert. Despite adding pieces like Corey Linsley, Matt Feiler, and Oday Aboushi, the Chargers still need to address the left tackle spot. Darrisaw is the best tackle left on the board and will be protecting Herbert for years to come.
- Ben Schwartz
14. Minnesota Vikings - Kwity Paye, EDGE Michigan
This is the easiest pick to make for the Vikings. The Vikings need help on the defensive line, especially with rumblings of standout edge rusher Danielle Hunter unhappy. Kwity Paye has great upside as a pass rusher and can help out Minnesota's run defense woes on day one.
- Jacob Keppen
15. New England Patriots - Mac Jones, QB Alabama
If the Patriots go after a quarterback I have to believe they will need to trade up into at least the top-11, but with Mac Jones still on the board here the Patriots get who they hope will be the next signal-caller of the future in Foxborough. If put into the right system, Jones has the potential to be a quality starter in the NFL.
- Ben Schwartz
16. Arizona Cardinals - Greg Newsome, CB Northwestern
The outside corners for Arizona are rough. Sure they just brought in Marcus Peters, but who else do they have? Greg Newsome is a sticky man coverage corner who has elite-level potential.
- Jacob Keppen
17. Las Vegas Raiders - Zaven Collins, LB Tulsa
The Raiders have holes to fill all over their defense, mainly in the secondary and in the linebacker corps. However, with four corners already off the board, Gruden and Mayock take advantage of the physically and athletically gifted Collins being available. Collins was primarily an off-ball linebacker at Tulsa but he has the size, speed, strength, and athleticism to line up just about anywhere.
- Ben Schwartz
18. Miami Dolphins - Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, LB Notre Dame
JOK is one of the most versatile players to enter the draft in recent years, and there are few coaches better to utilize that versatility than Brian Flores. Owusu-Koramoah can fill a variety of roles on an already good Dolphins defense, able to play at outside linebacker, strong safety, and even some slot corner.
- Jacob Keppen
19. Washington Football Team - Devonta Smith, WR Alabama
Are the Football Team getting an absolute gift here with Devonta Smith falling all the way to 19? Absolutely Yes, they do have more pressing needs at other places on the field but an offensive weapon like Smith is too good to pass up on. Washington does not have their long-term solution at quarterback yet, but pairing Smith with Terry Mclaurin and Curtis Samuel will be a good gift waiting for whoever ends up under center in Washington.
- Ben Schwartz
20. Chicago Bears - Teven Jenkins, OT Oklahoma State
The Bears don’t get the quarterback they want, but they end up with the best right tackle in the draft. Jenkins has cinder blocks for hands to go alongside some great technique and overall strength in the passing game. He’ll keep Andy Dalton upright and David Montgomery chugging forward.
- Jacob Keppen
21. Indianapolis Colts - Alijah Vera-Tucker, OL USC
The Colts paid a hefty price to bringing Carson Wentz into Indianapolis this offseason, so protecting their new quarterback (who has had plenty of injury issues in the past) should be at the top of their priority list. Vera-Tucker is towards the top of a deep offensive line class and could end up being a steal this late in the first round. Vera-Tucker brings extra value with his ability to play both guard and tackle on the left side.
- Ben Schwartz
22. Tennessee Titans - Eric Stokes, CB Georgia
Eric Stokes just feels like someone you can see in a Titans uniform. The Titans current corner situation is rough, with 32-year-old Janoris Jenkins the only notable CB. Georgia’s Eric Stokes is a fast and technical corner that can make up for the loss of Adoree Jackson. Stokes can join last year’s 2nd round pick Kristian Fulton as the Titans corners for the foreseeable future.
- Jacob Keppen
23. New York Jets (via SEA) - Caleb Farley, CB Virginia Tech
Without the concerns about his back problems, it would be as close to a guarantee as possible that Caleb Farley would not be available for the Jets here at the 23rd pick. When healthy, Farley has elite size, athleticism, and talent at the corner position and can be a superstar on defense for a franchise that desperately needs one.
- Ben Schwartz
24. Pittsburgh Steelers - Alex Leatherwood, OT Alabama
Just like with Stokes and the Titans, Alex Leatherwood is just someone I can see as a Steeler. He fits the Steeler way of high character football players that are athletes. Leatherwood has been performing well at Alabama for what seems to be decades now, and he can hold down that left tackle position for Pittsburgh. - Jacob Keppen
25. Jacksonville Jaguars (via LAR) - Samuel Cosmi, OT Texas
The Jags could go any a number of directions here and the good news is that this team is stocked with picks, so if they don't address a particular need at the bottom of Round 1 they can circle back in Round 2 or 3 to fill the hole. Trevor Lawrence will be the new quarterback in Jacksonville and Joe Burrow’s injury during his rookie season in Cincinnati has to have the Jaguars thinking about getting extra protection for their new star.
- Ben Schwartz
26. Cleveland Browns - Jaelan Phillips, EDGE Miami
The Cleveland Browns have shown this offseason they are willing to take chances on players with injury histories. They signed Jadeveon Clowney to a one-year deal, as well as former Falcon Takkarist McKinley. Jaelan Phillips has some medical red flags, but he is the best defensive player in this draft and a top ten talent. If he’s healthy, Cleveland gets the steal of the draft.
- Jacob Keppen
27. Baltimore Ravens - Azeez Ojulari, EDGE Georgia
The Ravens could go with a safety, wideout, or offensive lineman here, but their biggest need remains at pass rusher. Despite being a little underweight, Ojulari is twitchy and is solid against both the run and as a pass rusher. The Georgia edge rusher could play in a traditional edge role or as an outside linebacker. By the end of his career, Ojulari could very well be the best edge player from this class.
- Ben Schwartz
28. New Orleans Saints - Asante Samuel Jr., CB Florida State
Asante Samuel Jr just has the swagger of New Orleans Saint. While everyone has mocked the Saints a linebacker in the first round over the past few seasons (even though Demario Davis is arguably the most underrated linebacker in football) everyone’s ignoring the massive hole at cornerback. The only starting or playing caliber outside corner currently on the Saints roster is Marshon Lattimore. Asante is aggressive, athletic, and plays bigger than his size just like his dad.
- Jacob Keppen
29. Green Bay Packers - Nick Bolton, LB Missouri
There are definitely some receivers with first-round talent still on the board the Packers could add to their roster in this spot, but with such a deep wide receiver class in this year’s Draft, the Packers should go in a different direction in the first round. With run-heavy teams like Minnesota and Chicago in the division, the Packers need to shore up their run defense. Nick Bolton will be a strong presence in the middle of the Green Bay defense and be a prominent run-stopper for the Packers.
- Ben Schwartz
30. Buffalo Bills - Rashod Bateman, WR Minnesota
Could the Bills bolster their, sort of, average defense with this pick? Of course. Should they maybe go with a cornerback here? That would be a wise decision. Forget that though, as the Bills give Josh Allen another weapon. Bateman would fit in so well opposite Stefon Diggs.
- Jacob Keppen
31. Kansas City Chiefs - Walker Little, OT Stanford
The Chiefs boxed themselves into a bit of a corner with the moves they made on the offensive line, cutting their starting tackles after the season and overhauling the interior. The moves were largely forced on them due to injuries, but they enter the draft with a glaring need at left tackle. With the top options already gone, the Chiefs will need to take a gamble. Little has impressive movement skills and athletic ability, and he's a gamble the Chiefs might like to take.
-Ben Schwartz
32. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Christian Barmore, DT Alabama
Christian Barmore has some of the biggest flashes in this class as a monster pass rusher. He struggled with his overall game at Alabama and was pretty much just an impact reserve player. He has one of the lower floors due to his lack of standout run defense, but highest ceilings with his pass-rush ability. Putting him in that great Tampa Bay defense next to Vita Vea and Ndamukong Suh would be perfect to let Barmore grow.
-Jacob Keppen
Round 2
33. Jacksonville Jaguars - Trevon Moehrig, S TCU
After going offense with their first two picks, the Jaguars take the first safety off the board here at 33. This is a huge need for Jacksonville as they boasted the league’s seventh worst pass defense in the league last year. Moehrig excels in the traditional single-high role but also has a knack for finding and intercepting the ball (7 career interceptions). He is serviceable in man coverage but proved to be prone to double moves during his time at TCU. Moehrig is a step in the right direction to getting the ball in Lawrence’s hands as much as possible.
- Ben Schwartz
34. New York Jets - Jayson Oweh, EDGE Penn State
The Jets grabbed their franchise left tackle last year in Mekhi Becton to protect their newly drafted franchise quarterback Zach Wilson, now it’s time to get a standout pass rusher. What Jayson Oweh lacks in production, he more than makes up for in upside and athletic traits. He offers a unique blend of length, bend, and overall athleticism, and has possibly the highest ceiling of any pass rusher in this class.
- Jacob Keppen
35. Atlanta Falcons - Ronnie Perkins, EDGE Oklahoma
The Falcons pass-rush has fallen short once again this season and recent first-round picks like Vic Beasley and Takk McKinley, neither of whom are still with the team, have been massive disappointments. It should be relatively clear that the team will look to draft a pass-rusher (again) sometime early in the draft in hoping to find a player who can pressure the QB alongside Grady Jarrett. Perkins has the speed to challenge the hips of tackles and very powerful hands that give him an advantage right from the snap.
- Ben Schwartz
36. Miami Dolphins (via HOU) - Najee Harris, RB Alabama
The Dolphins gave Tua a familiar target with Jaylen Waddle at 6th overall, here they give Tua his Alabama running game back. Najee Harris is a do-everything power back who can be one of the elite rushers in the NFL. This is a no-brainer for the Dolphins.
- Jacob Keppen
37. Philadelphia Eagles - Creed Humphrey, C Oklahoma
The Eagles’ longtime center, Jason Kelce, is returning to play in Philadelphia for another year after mulling retirement this past offseason. However, there is no guarantee that he will last for the entire season, and the Eagles need a long-term solution in the middle of their offensive line. Humphrey dominated this year at Oklahoma and further proved his abilities at the Senior Bowl.
- Ben Schwartz
38. Cincinnati Bengals - Landon Dickerson, OG Alabama
The Bengals pretty much have to go with the best offensive lineman available after taking Chase in the first, and that is Alabama interior lineman Landon Dickerson. Dickerson can play both guard and center and will add a new level of physicality to Cincy’s front. The Bengals can keep Jonah Williams at tackle and have a great interior lineman from the same school.
- Jacob Keppen
39. Carolina Panthers - Ifeatu Melifonwu, CB Syracuse
The Panthers’ two biggest needs coming into the 2021 NFL Draft are offensive tackle and cornerback. After taking Rashawn Slater in the first round, the Panthers knock out their other need by taking Ifeatu Melifonwu with the 39th pick. The 6’2’’, 212-pound corner was a standout at the Senior Bowl and has the potential to become a number one cornerback for a team that desperately needs one.
- Ben Schwartz
40. Denver Broncos - Baron Browning, LB Ohio State
The Broncos have done so much to build up their offense over the past year, now they have to retool that defense. Baron Browning is a high upside linebacker with a rare blend of size and athleticism. He can make tackles all over the field, as well as rush the passer.
- Jacob Keppen
41. Detroit Lions - Terrace Marshall Jr., WR LSU
The Lions wide receiver room took a drastic hit this offseason after losing Kenny Golladay, Marvin Jones, and Jamal Agnew to free agency. Although they added Bershad Perriman and Tyrell Williams to the roster, both of these players are on one-year contracts. Marshall Jr. is a tall physical receiver that isn’t phased by contact, but can move pretty well for being 6’3’’. The Lions get a big-play threat for new quarterback Jared Goff to throw to.
- Ben Schwartz
42. New York Giants - Wyatt Davis, OG Ohio State
The whole goal of this offseason for the Giants is to give Daniel Jones everything he needs to be successful. They gave him a top-level weapon in Kenny Golladay, as well as brought in reliable tight end Kyle Rudolph and speedster John Ross. The Giants took two tackles early in the draft last year but have a noticeable hole at right guard. Wyatt Davis is a plug-and-play starter who should shore up the position for a while.
- Jacob Keppen
43. San Francisco 49ers - Kelvin Joseph, CB Kentucky
Before the 49ers made the trade up to No. 3, it seemed pretty likely that they would be in a position to target a cornerback at No. 12, and they can still get a good one in Round 2. Joseph, an LSU transfer, ran the 40-yard dash in the 4.3s at his recent pro day and had four picks last season, his lone year playing at Kentucky.
- Ben Schwartz
44. Dallas Cowboys - Dillon Radunz, OT North Dakota State
This is the ideal situation for the Cowboys. They made the super fun pick at 10, and they still get a top-level offensive lineman at 44. Dillon Radunz was one of the best performers at the Senior Bowl and offers a ton of upside both inside and outside. With Tyron Smith’s injury history and relative lack of depth on the line, the Cowboys should snag a top-level prospect in Radunz, possibly playing the North Dakota State product inside to start his career.
- Jacob Keppen
45. Jacksonville Jaguars (via MIN) - Pat Freirmuth, TE Penn State
So far in this draft the Jaguars have gotten their quarterback for the future, protection for that quarterback, and help they desperately needed in the secondary. Now it is time to add more weapons for Trevor Lawrence, and the biggest hole in that category is at the tight end position. Freiermuth is a good route runner with some of the best hands in the class. He’s massive and uses that size extremely well. Freiermuth could be the go-to weapon for Lawrence in Jacksonville.
- Ben Schwartz
46. New England Patriots - Elijah Moore, WR Ole Miss
The New England Patriots signed just about everyone in the offseason, including a plethora of receivers. They added some nice intermediate threats, and Elijah Moore will help unlock that offense. Moore is a speedy route runner who will be a deep threat for Mac Jones, and open the field up for Agholor, Smith, and Henry.
- Jacob Keppen
47. Los Angeles Chargers - Richie Grant, S UCF
After losing Rayshawn Jenkins to free agency, the Chargers have just three safeties on their current roster. Grant's size and length were on full display at the Senior Bowl, where he put together a strong week. He followed that up with a good pro-day workout. Grant showed at UCF his tight end coverage abilities are one of his strengths, which will be a key going up against a loaded group of tight ends in the AFC West.
- Ben Schwartz
48. Las Vegas Raiders - Liam Eichenberg, OT Notre Dame
The Raiders now have a massive need at right tackle. After trading standout right tackle, Trent Brown back to the Patriots for virtually nothing, the Raiders now enter the season with Brandon Parker starting. Just draft Liam Eichenberg and put him on the right side where his run blocking will shine next to Denzelle Good.
- Jacob Keppen
49. Arizona Cardinals - Levi Onwuzurike, DT Washington
The Cardinals need help in the middle upfront as they ranked right outside the bottom ten in run defense last season. Last year’s fourth-round pick, Rashard Lawrence, is the top defensive tackle currently on the roster so the Cardinals take advantage of Onwuzurike’s talent being available here. Onwuzurike demonstrated good explosiveness and powerful hands during his time in Washington.
- Ben Schwartz
50. Miami Dolphins - Joseph Ossai, EDGE Texas
Miami has a sneaky edge rusher need. Emmanuel Ogbah looked pretty good for the Dolphins last year, but the Dolphins need one more pass rusher. Joseph Ossai has a high upside as a speed rusher, and as a standup linebacker as well. He’d fit well in Miami.
- Jacob Keppen
51. Washington Football Team - Jabril Cox, LB LSU
Cox would be an excellent replacement for Kevin Pierre-Louis at WILL linebacker. His ability to cover a wide range of offensive players fills an immediate need for Washington, a need we have struggled to fill on a long-term basis. The former FCS player has great speed and athleticism at the linebacker position. Not only is Cox good in coverage, but he actually finds the ball and makes plays on it.
- Ben Schwartz
52. Chicago Bears - Rondale Moore, WR Purdue
Chicago is still looking for a good complement to Allen Robinson, who will be playing this season on a franchise tag. There’s a solid shot that Robinson leaves the Bears next season, so the Bears try to find their next star in Rondale Moore. Moore is an athletic specimen who does insane things with the ball in his hands.
- Jacob Keppen
53. Tennessee Titans - Dyami Brown, WR UNC
After losing Corey Davis and Adam Humphries to free agency, and with an incredibly deep wide receiver class in this year’s Draft, the Titans have a great opportunity to add weapons for Ryan Tannehill to throw to on top of A.J. Brown. Brown will be able to stretch the defense and be a home run threat for the Titans.
- Ben Schwartz
54. Indianapolis Colts - Jamin Davis, LB Kentucky
The colts have two highly athletic linebackers in Darius Leonard and Bobby Okereke, so why not add a third. Jamin Davis is a great athlete that can fly around the field and make plays. The Colts bolster their overall defense.
- Jacob Keppen
55. Pittsburgh Steelers - Travis Etienne, RB Clemson
James Conner is gone, and even if he was still on the roster the Pittsburgh running game needs a complete overhaul. Travis Etienne falling all the way to the 55th pick gives the Steelers an opportunity to pick up some major value. Etienne is electric on the field and will be able to provide a spark to a Steeler offense that desperately needs one.
- Ben Schwartz
56. Seattle Seahawks - Jalen Mayfield, OT/OG Michigan
The Seahawks pretty much have to take a lineman this year, or they risk losing their best quarterback in franchise history. Jalen Mayfield has some of the best flashes in the class and could be a standout right tackle for the Seahawks.
- Jacob Keppen
57. Los Angeles Rams - Jackson Carman, OT Clemson
While offensive tackle may not be an immediate need for the Rams this year, the seemingly timeless Andrew Whitworth will not be able to play forever and will require a replacement. This allows Los Angeles to take a chance on a developmental, high-ceiling prospect like Jackson Carman. With a year on the bench and the opportunity to learn from a seasoned veteran like Whitworth, Carman has the chance to bloom into a fine left tackle.
- Ben Schwartz
58. Baltimore Ravens - Nico Collins, WR Michigan
Lamar Jackson so badly needs a true X receiver. They’ve given him all of these deep threats that can stretch the field, but he doesn’t have a big body target that can go up and make big catches. Lamar isn’t inaccurate, but he isn’t the most pinpoint passer, so it’s smart to add a big receiver like Collins with a large catch radius. Collins is big and athletic, with the potential to be a star.
- Jacob Keppen
59. Cleveland Browns - Chazz Surratt, LB UNC
As the NFL is transitioning to a pass-heavy league, the need for linebackers to show the ability to be consistent in coverage and not only against the run grows. Perhaps the most fluid linebacker in coverage in this 2021 NFL Draft crop is North Carolina Tar Heel Chazz Surratt. Surratt is a bit thin, but has great athletic ability and is still not afraid to shy away from contact at the point of attack.
- Ben Schwartz
60. New Orleans Saints - Kadarius Toney, WR Florida
It feels like this has been the most mocked pick besides Trevor Lawrence to the Jaguars… except it’s usually with the Saints first-round selection. The Saints need another weapon, especially after losing Emmanuel Sanders this past season. Toney is a dynamic threat with some of the best skills with the ball in his hands. He can make whoever the quarterback in New Orleans lives a lot easier.
- Jacob Keppen
61. Buffalo Bills - Aaron Robinson, CB UCF
The Bills do not have a lot of holes in their roster, just places that need some improvement. One of those spots on the field is at the cornerback position where the Bills need to find a long-term running mate for Tre’Davious White with Josh Norman getting up there in age. Robinson presents a good combination of size and speed and demonstrated good short-area closing abilities.
- Ben Schwartz
62. Green Bay Packers - Tylan Wallace, WR Oklahoma State
This is going to be one of my most often made picks. Davante Adams is an elite wide receiver, but he needs help. Instead of getting a speedster that can’t get open or catch, get Tylan Wallace. Wallace is the perfect Z receiver to complement Adams. He has really nice releases, and I believe his routes are much better and diverse than what he showed at Oklahoma State. He also has some of the best hands in the class.
- Jacob Keppen
63. Kansas City Chiefs - Pete Werner, LB Ohio State
Werner is a great fit with the Chiefs, both positionally and in terms of how the roster is currently structured. He projects as a solid 4-3 SAM linebacker at the next level and is athletic enough to stay on in sub-packages if needed, although Willie Gay Jr.'s feature will likely come in those situations. Damien Wilson's departure opens the door for someone like Werner, and he'd be a long-term solution at a position the Chiefs have patched together for years. -Ben Schwartz
64. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Gregory Rousseau, EDGE Miami
FINALLY! He’s off the board! Tampa Bay makes a very similar pick to their first-round selection, taking a risky defensive line prospect with a ton of upside. Gregory Rousseau is raw but offers physical tools that you can’t teach. With Jason Pierre-Paul (who would be a perfect mentor) and Shaq Barrett back, Rousseau would have the chance to develop and eventually take over as Tampa’s next top edge rusher.
- Jacob Keppen
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