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Juicy's First Official 2021 NFL Mock Draft (3 Rounds). Trades At The Top. Pick By Pick Analysis Continued In Comments.

Trades:
Broncos trade 2021 RD1#12, 2021 RD4 #105 and 2022 RD1 for Cowboys 2021 RD1#4
Panthers trade 2021 RD1#7 and 2021 RD4 #102 and 2022 RD4 for Chargers 2021 RD1#5
Jaguars Trade 2021 Rd1#25 and 2021 RD3#66 for Raiders 2021 RD1#25
The 49ers trade 2021 RD2 #47, 2022 4th and Jimmy Garapolo for Patriots 2021 RD2 #46 and 2022 RD6
Steelers Trade 2021 RD2#64, 2021 RD4#128 and 2021 RD7#239 for Seahawks 2021 RD2#58
Football Team trades 2021 RD3 #75 and 2021 RD4 #106 for Seahawks 2021 RD2 #64
Seahawks Trade 2021 RD4 #122 and 2022 RD4 Via Jets for Packers 2021 RD3 #93
Steelers trade 2021 Rd3 #96 and Conditional 2022 Pick (2nd or 3rd) For Jets QB Sam Darnold
1. *Jets*- Trevor Lawrence-QB-Clemson
Sometimes you just don’t need to overthink it. Darnold’s failure in the Garden State wasn’t his own fault but you don’t pass on free, generational QBs like Lawrence. While you can try to get cute and make cases for Fields, Lance or Wilson, you really shouldn’t, especially with the 2021 scheme still TBD. Lawrence has the arm talent, IQ, athleticism, size and character to fit well in any scheme and any coaching staff. His only weakness I see is a reckless streak to force balls to his first option through tight windows. IMO this is simply a result of being more talented than the competition, throwing to receivers more talented than the opposition and having better scheming than the opposition. It should go away with NFL reps. Slam dunk pick. It’s time to bring sunshine to the garden state.
2. *Jaguars*- Justin Fields-QB-Ohio St
For as poor as their record is, the Jags actually have some pretty good pieces to build around. This has to be one of the youngest teams in football and with Coughlin gone, maybe they can actually start bringing in free agents and keeping stars in house. James Robinson, Laviska Shenualt, DJ Chark and a surprisingly good interior O-line lead by a potential all-pro in Brandon Linder give the offense a good baseline to build around. Give Justin Fields some good protection, an emerging young RB who can catch passes, an OC who can scheme first reads into space and a playmaking receiving group and we have a good chance to do something. For my money, Fields is the most accurate QB in the class and arguably the best at grasping route-tree concepts. Like Lawrence, he struggles to come off of his first read at times and for very similar reasons, though in his case it leads to less yolo balls and more tucking and running while second reads run free. He will need reps to come off of this, but in a quick-hitting system with playmakers, he could really hit the ground running.
3. *Bengals*- Penei Sewell-OT-Oregon
This pick is the easiest in the entire draft. Best LT I’ve personally scouted coming out to a team that needs it more than any other team, with an injured 1-1 QB who looked every bit the part in his rookie year. If it were any more obvious, Avril Lavigne would write a song about it.
4. *Broncos Via Cowboys*- Zach Wilson-QB-BYU
Either John Elway’s good will in Denver will be good enough to get him one last shot at drafting his QB, or a new regime will come in and want to draft their own QB. Either way, a new QB is coming, which is exciting given that they actually have some really good pieces on offense. Going with the idea that Elway remains, I can see Elway falling in love with either guy, likely seeing more of himself in Wilson, but Lance likely blowing him away in interviews and more importantly being slightly taller. In the end, while I have Lance rated higher, I think Elway will want to go the perceived safer route in Wilson, who is still a high ceiling player in his own right and has experience playing at high altitudes for BYU. Either way, I think Denver trading into the top 5 for a QB is one of the biggest locks of the draft. Dallas has a plethora of needs, but a healthy Dak Prescott has looked like a top 5 QB in recent years and is simply too good to walk away from. Since I have CB as their top need and Sewell off of the board, it makes sense for them to grab draft capital and still likely land a top 2-3 CB.
5. *Panthers Via Chargers*- Trey Lance-QB-NDSU
With Wilson off of the board, the Panthers pay a slight price to flip with the Chargers and ensure they get their QB. While I have Lance rated higher than Wilson for most teams, I actually slightly prefer Wilson in Carolina if they got their choice, but Lance is far too good to pass on. While Brady may not be able to run his full concept year one with Lance, Teddy’s still tentative nature has held back the offense at times and still lead to too many turnover worthy plays. They will need to slow down the game a bit for Lance if he starts from day one, but they have the pieces to do so. Lance will add a game-breaking dynamic to open up the entire field with his arm, while taking pressure off of CMC and demanding QB spies. This should really open things up for Brady to slowly unleash Lance. They have the pieces to have one of the best offenses in football (and the coaching) if this hits. With so many targets schemed into space and a heavy dose of CMC to make defenses respect the run, Lance’s potential accuracy issues will be muted and he has the ability to drive the ball in ways that help receivers functionally be more open than with a touch passer. They are also perfectly situated to start a cheap Teddy until Lance is ready with a long term minded coaching staff and ownership. Really like this fit and team.
6. *Eagles*- Caleb Farley-CB-Virginia Tech
I could see a case for the Eagles going after Chase here, but with how poor the Eagles secondary has been this year outside of an aging Darius Slay, I can’t see them passing on a talent like Farley. Jim Schwartz likes to put a ton of pressure on his secondary and Maddox/NRC simply don’t have the size or physicality to deal with what’s asked of them. IMO Farley has the highest ceiling of any CB i’ve scouted since Ramsey and similarly has the rare combo of size, speed and football IQ to match up with any receiver or QB in the game. The former QB still knows how to think like a CB and has the ball skills that made him highly recruited as a WR before he transitioned to CB. Farley checks every physical box, every mental box, every playmaking box and is said to have a home run character. If i’m searching for an issue, he can take an occasional miss-step in zone, but Schwartz is famously averse to soft zone. Farley has a bit of an injury history and is still fairly new to the position, but he has all-pro potential, a high floor and is a much needed good fit for this Eagles secondary. They can’t afford to pass on him.
7. *Chargers Via Panthers*- Samuel Cosmi-OT-Texas
The Chargers traded back, acquiring two fourths to make stomaching reaching for a tackle a bit easier. Still they have to do it. They look to have a franchise QB and play-action can only mask so much. The line is simply terrible. Per PFF, the Chargers line ranks as follows: tackles Sam Tevi and Brian Bulaga (71st and 56th out of 78 with Pipkins ranked 77th getting snaps), Trai Turner and Forrest Lamp (81st and 74th of 83) at guard and Dan Feeney (35th of 36) at center. Oof. The only borderline passable starter is a Bulaga at RT who will be 32 next year. With a QB who has wheels and big money tied to a fleet footed Ekeler, I think adding lateral mobility and athleticism to the line is a must. Cosmi isn’t a finished product technically or physically but he has the frame to add good weight while maintaining plus athleticism at the blind side and is used to playing with a mobile QB who will make life tougher on him. He rarely fully loses reps and should provide an immediate upgrade from Tevi, while having an extremely high ceiling. It’s time to change the identity of that line and lean into the play action game that is keeping the offense functional, even if I have Darrishaw rated slightly higher, I prefer this fit.
8. *Football Team*- Ja’Marr Chase-WR-LSU
People seem to be forgetting how good Ja’Marr Chase is after a year off. Justin Jefferson has been one of the best receivers in the entire NFL his rookie year, Terrace Marshall is a borderline round one guy, CEH was a first round pick and yet the most impressive skill player on that 2019 LSU team was Chase. While the Football Team clearly doesn’t have a long term solution at QB, the top 4 guys are gone and I’m not sure they have the skill players or line for a new QB to ever be successful anyways. When your receivers 2-5 are Steven Sims, Cam Sims, Dontrell Inman and Isaiah Wright, you don’t pass on a Ja’Marr Chase. Easily the worst 2-5 in the NFL. Logan Thomas isn’t a top 30 TE either. There are some pieces in DC. McLaurin is a stud and Gibson is everything I hoped he would be. The line has some good pieces, but have two weak links in Martin and Christian that need to be replaced before it can become functional. With a year left on Smith’s deal and 50 mil in cap space, the FT can afford to bring back Scherff, upgrade from Martin and take a swing on a mid round QB. Worst case scenario they go all in on a 2021 QB but actually have the pieces in place for him to hit the ground running.
9. *Lions*- DeVonta Smith-WR-Alabama
The Lions currently have Quintez Cephus and Geronimo Allison as receivers under contract in 2021...that’s it. They have approximately 1.23M in available cap space as it currently stands. I still expect them to figure out a way to bring back Kenny G, but even then, they are going to need a day one starter at WR. My mind is telling me Jaylen Waddle’s speed will get him to top 10, but I don’t love how his game meshes with Stafford nor am I fully confident he’s ready to go day one in 2021. Smith may be built like a teen who just hit a growth spurt but he’s a day one starter in the NFL and his game meshes really well with both Stafford and compliments Golladay’s. I’m really interested to see who takes in Detroit next year, but whoever it is, a potential unit of Kenny G, DeVonta Smith, an emergent TJ Hockenson and D’Andre Swift isn’t the worst place to start.
10. *Falcons*- Kwity Paye-Edge-Michigan
The Falcons need a pass rusher off of the edge, we all know that, it just comes down to which one; so having Rousseau, Paye and Parsons all still on the board is a dream scenario. While I personally have them rated Parsons, Rousseau and then Paye, it’s close enough between all three to go by fit. I honestly think the Falcons have a very strong linebacker corps and won’t get the greatest usage out of Parsons and while I love the idea of Rousseau sliding inside next to Grady Jarrett on 3rd and long, I think they need to go for day one impact and mainly the best all around true edge. For me, that makes Paye the best fit. Always a true freak athlete (which, check out Bruce Feldman’s freak list (https://theathletic.com/1938659/2020/07/21/bruce-feldmans-freaks-list-2019-college-football-top-athletic-performances-2/) but in 2020 he has made a herculean jump in production and polish. This a day one starter, with incredibly rare athletic traits, a feel good backstory and immediate impact at a gigantic need.
11. *Dolphins Via Texans*- Micah Parsons-LB-Penn St
I don’t need to go into too much detail here. The Dolphins have one of the NFL’s few good defenses thanks to a strong secondary and simply elite play calling and positioning from Flores/Boyer. That’s despite Elandon Roberts and Jerome Baker’s poor play and general talent. So what if we gave them a uniquely talented player who can play inside, outside and even play as a pure edge while fitting what the scheme wants to do perfectly? I can’t wait to find out. I think Parsons is still somewhat raw as a player and will have a few rough moments early on, simply because he’s been so so so much more naturally gifted than his competition for his entire life and hasn’t been punished for small mistakes. That said, I can’t think of a better landing spot at getting the most out of him early on and putting him in positions to succeed, nor can I think of a better player at mentoring him than Kyle Van Noy. Parsons will be an immediate upgrade and the potential for what he could grow into in Miami is tantalizing. Thanks Houston.
12. *Cowboys Via Broncos*- Patrick Surtain II-CB-Alabama
The Cowboy’s trade back pays off. I would have been between Surtain and Farley at 4th overall and while I would have leaned Farley, the gap certainly isn’t a 2022 (likely somewhat early) 1st rounder and a 4th. Pairing Surtain up with his college counterpart in Diggs should allow Diggs to go back to his natural 2 spot and provide an immediate upgrade from the triumvirate of Awuzie, Brown and Lewis. Surtain may not be the fastest straight line runner, but his hips are as smooth as they come and he makes up for any long speed deficiencies with elite mirroring and physicality. Surtain has improved as a tackler in 2020 and is probably the best day one starter at CB in this class. The Cowboys will need some safety help over the top against speed receivers, but this is an easy pick.
13. *Bears*- Christian Darrisaw-OT-Virginia Tech
The Bears would love a top 4 QB to fall into their laps at 13, but I just don’t know if they have the assets to afford a move into the top 5 right now. With Nick Foles more expensive to cut than to keep and only 2 mil in expected cap room in 2021, they will need to clear up some space. They happen to have two expensive tackles that are playing solidly but are the only non Akiem Hicks way to open up a big chunk of cap. With Ifedi a free agent expecting to see a bigger contract in 2021, the Bears have a day one need at tackle. Luckily for them, my #2 rated tackle is still on the board and is an absolute monster when he’s set and moves extremely well for his size. There are some issues getting set, but he has an extremely high ceiling and could help open up some much needed cap space for Chicago, while providing a long term solution to a two tackles who are due a lot of money, are cheap to cut and getting onto the wrong side of 30 (and coming off of a severe knee injury in Massie’s case). A receiver is an option here if they cant bring back A-Rob, as could be CB if they cut Fuller. Safety appears as a need as well, but nobody is close to a value this early. Darrishaw is the best value to need for me.
14. *Vikings*- Gregory Rousseau-Edge-Miami (FL)
I looooove this pick. A lot of people are low on Rousseau since he isn’t a finished product, but I think that’s pretty unfair. Rousseau, in his first year as a starter managed 15.5 sacks and 19.5 TFL. While his pressure rate made the sack total seem unsustainable, this is a player who will always have a high sack to pressure ratio due to his insane length, absurd speed to power and insane closing burst. Rousseau is unlikely to be a finished product in 2021, he needs to improve his move repertoire and would do well to use his length to shut down passing lanes. But he has a much higher floor than people give him credit for because he does such a good job of using his length to keep defenders outside of his body and can always detach from blocks. He physically resembles Jevon Kearse, which is something I’ve never said before and his athletic testing is going to be nutty. From a traits perspective this is a once every 5-10 years prospect. Minnesota has done a great job developing high ceiling players and have needs across the D-line. Rousseau setting an edge on run downs and sliding inside for passing downs (where he will be a nightmare from day one) will be a huge asset for the Viks. I can’t see them passing on Rousseau should he be on the board at 14 barring a sliding Trey Lance.
15. *Patriots*- Jaylen Waddle-WR-Alabama
It baffles me that a great defensive mind like BB has allowed himself to have such a slow receiver group, but I can’t imagine him just allowing it to remain as is. The Pats have holes along the D-line and would love a franchise QB, but have played themselves out of contention for the clear round one talents. While I have to imagine Kyle Pitts would be extremely enticing here, he doesn’t offer the ability to play in-line/move nor would he be functional slid in at FB. Without the ability to disguise playcalls, I see Waddle as the pick here to add some much needed electricity and field stretching ability despite having Pitts rated slightly higher. Jakobi Meyers has emerged as a solid receiver for the Pats and the ghost of Julian Edelman remains. With Waddle demanding defensive attention, perhaps he can open up some free space for N’Keal Harry to finally realize some of the yac ability that got him drafted so highly. Edge has to be tempting, but with Rousseau and Paye both off of the board the gap between what Waddle brings to the table vs a second round receiver and a Basham type vs who will be there at 46 leans heavily in Waddle’s favor. Assuming he’s fully healthy at the combine, I think this is Waddle’s floor.
16. *49ers*- Jaycee Horn-CB-South Carolina
The 49ers would love to see a top 4 QB fall to 16 and have to be somewhat interested in Trask and Jones as scheme fits, but they also currently have literally zero cornerbacks under contract for 2021, nor are they particularly flush with cap space nor do they have a third round pick. Jaycee Horn is not only my clear cut CB3 (maaaybe can see a case for Stokes) but he’s also a great fit for what Saleh wants to do should he remain in town. This is one of the easier picks in the first for me. Good fit, arguably best player available and absolutely massive,gaping, day one need. Wyatt Davis is a strong 1B for me though.
17. *Jaguars Via Raiders*- Kyle Pitts-TE-Florida
The Jags have a ton of picks early this year, a coordinator who excels at using athletic receiving TE, a rookie QB who they will be heavily invested in succeeding, a clear need at TE and a likely willing trade partner in Las Vegas. Trading up to grab Pitts is a no-brainer for me. He’s a top 10 talent in the class who could legitimately compete for WR1 in the class should he be listed that way. Is he a great blocker? No. But he’s literally breaking records at catching contested balls, runs the crispest routes i’ve ever seen from a TE and is going to be a prime Jimmy Graham level end-zone threat who can win at every point on the field. Who matches up with this guy? Not a CB, not an LB, maaaaaybe Isaiah Simmons on his best day or a Derwin James? Factor in Jay Gruden knowing exactly how to use this kind of talent and how ridiculously accurate Justin Fields is and you have to make this trade. A Justin Fields offense with this receiving group and Gruden calling plays gets me excited. Just need a tackle and a defense and we may just have something here. Jason Mendoza would be ecstatic.
18. *Ravens*-Wyatt Davis-IOL-Ohio St
The Ravens are reeeeally missing Marshall Yanda and Davis is easily the top IOL in this class for me. I think the Ravens are trying to move away from their 2019 offensive strategy since the don’t have the pieces, but the answer is actually to rebuild around what actually worked. That has to start in the trenches. Wyatt Davis embodies Ravens football. He is a genuine people mover, but he doesn’t sacrifice speed or mobility to achieve that power. He’s pure controlled aggression, and if that’s not a Harbaugh player, I don’t know Harbaugh. If Davis played any other position, he wouldn’t be on the board at 18. Plug and play week one starter who can help get the Ravens back to the 2019 glory. If Pitts is off of the board, this has to be the pick.
19. *Giants*- Joseph Ossai-Edge-Texas
The Giants situation isn’t as bad as I thought at first glance. They haven’t had the best offensive line pay, but with Nate Solder set to return in ‘21, Andrew Thomas starting to look closer to a top 10 pick and Matt Peart as an interesting developmental piece, it felt early to reach on a tackle and I don’t love any interior lineman enough to pull the trigger here. Receiver is a glaring need, but I think there will still be impact starters to get in round two and money to spend in FA as needed. I don’t hate Daniel Jones from my looks and think if the line and skill positions improve around him, he still has a chance to develop into a second contract sort of guy. He deserves his 40 start sample size. With Saquon set to return, that leaves edge as the most glaring need. Leonard Williams and Dalvin Tomlinson are both free agents (though should imo be brought back) and Kyle Fackrell doesn’t deserve another season as a starter. In Patrick Graham’s multiple 3-4 front, there happen to be two exciting players who fit the rush LB mold extremely well and fit value wise. Azeez Ojulari and Jospeh Ossai. I have Ossai rated slightly higher on my board and love his fit in this defense as a better early down linebacker with a higher athletic ceiling in coverage and better length to entice Gettleman while avoiding combo blocks. The dude is no slouch as a pass rusher either. I love the player and love the fit in a defense that might just emerge in ‘21 if things go right.
20. *Cardinals*- Eric Stokes-CB-Georgia
The Cardinals 2021 will have Patrick Peterson, Johnathan Joseph and Dre Kirkpatrick all hitting free agency next year, leaving just slot corner Byron Murphy and a soon to be 33 year old Robert Alford coming off a broken leg to end 2019, torn pec that cost him all of 2020 who can be cut to clear 7.5M of cap space. Corner jumps out as a need both long term and potentially from day one. Few players in this class have impressed me as much as Stokes has. Stokes has always been a technically sound player who shines bright outside in press, with loose hips and long arms to obscure passing lanes. But in 2020, he’s taken that next step into a playmaker. Despite teams tending to avoid throwing at him, he’s flashed greatly improved ball skills and even housed two of the picks he has. I think this is a true all around outside corner who can fit in any scheme and do whatever is asked of him. I don’t exactly see a pro bowl ceiling here, but I think Stokes might be the safest CB in this entire class and it wouldn’t shock me if he had the best rookie year of this solid corner class. People tend to underrate a good, polished CB2 chasing upside that doesn’t always fully develop. Draft good football players.
21. *Buccaneers*- Azeez Ojulari-Edge-Georgia
In a down IDL class, I’m tempted to reach for Barmore here and with Donovan Smith able to be cut to clear 14.25M in 2021, a polished tackle like Eichenberg is somewhat enticing. But with both Lavonte David and Shaq Barrett set to be expensive free agents next year, I think a rush LB/edge hybrid is the biggest need and it just so happens Ojulari is still on the board. When I watch Ojulari I pretty much see Shaq Barrett. A smaller, still long bursty/bendy player who can rush the passer at an elite rate, but will struggle setting an edge. Barrett is a good player, but he’s going to demand a contract that will pay him more than he’s worth and take him into the wrong side of 30. Ojulari can replace something very close to Barrett on rushing downs while a cheap Anthony Nelson is already an elite edge setter on run downs. Lavonte David is a much harder player to replace IMO and they should give him the big contract. Between Nelson and Ojulari, I think they can replace Barrett for 20M less a year and honestly, the pairing has a higher ceiling if everything comes together. It will also help the Bucc’s line get younger, which is much needed for future outlook. I can’t think of a better coach than Todd Bowles to max out a guy like Ojulari. Love this fit.
22. *Dolphins*- Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah-LB-Notre Dame
After addressing linebacker with pick number 11, the Dolphins double down and draft another at pick 22. If you’re going to start two monster rush LB like Kyle Van Noy and Micah Parsons, it sure as hell won’t hurt to have an absolute speed freak to fly around and neutralize both TE and speed backs. The closest thing I’ve seen to Owusu-Koramoah is basically the 2020 Seahawks version of Jamal Adams (minus the injury) undersized for an LB but incredibly fast, incredibly good at deciphering plays and a surprisingly good blitzer. The dude finishes tackles against future sunday morning players too. As mentioned earlier, Elandon Roberts and Jerome Baker ain’t it, especially in a mainly odd front defense. JOK offers a truly unique skill set that not only compliments the pieces already there well, but will be maximized by a coach like Flores. The Dolphins have needs on the O-line, receiver and RB, but you won’t find another JOK in the second round, where they have two picks. Perhaps they can target Owusu-Koramaoh’s son, Travis Etienne with one of those picks.
23. *Colts*- Jaelan Phillips-Edge-Miami (FL)
The Colts have needs at WR,CB and will likely do their due diligence on the remaining QBs. However, the Colts top 3 snap getters on the edge (Houston, Muhammad and Autry) are all free agents, only Houston has been performing well and he’s already 32. Even if he returns, edge will be a need. While Phillips won’t be the top edge available on every team's board here due to a very small sample size and a long injury history, I have to imagine Ballard will be head over heals for this player. Ballard has shown in the past he wants to target athletes with length and Phillips has both in spades. The former #1 overall recruit has insane length, insane burst, elite bend,elite speed to power and knows how to use all four to be first to contact and shed tackles like snake skin. Phillips measurables and 2020 tape are clear cut first round grades and had he had three healthy years, he might be the top edge in the class. The dude even wins in coverage at 6’5 265. The question is, do you trust him to stay healthy. He’s the type of player that will be top 15 on 8 teams boards, mid day two on 10 teams boards and completely off of 14 teams boards. I think Ballard is going to fall in the first group of GMs and he will rush to the podium to get Phillips in the building.
24. *Browns*- Zaven Collins-LB-Tulsa
The Browns have clear needs at edge and linebacker. If Owusu-Koramoah were on the board, he’d be the pick and Dylan Moses has to make them think. But I think they instead get them somebody who can do both. Andrew Berry has shown a strong correlation of draft picks to PFF grades and guess who PFF’s top graded LB in all of college football is? Zaven Collins. More than just questionably important player grades at Tulsa, Zaven Collins has the unteachable traits you can’t coach and scouting teams will love. 6’4 260 pound men shouldn’t be able to move like this. Collins is nimble and agile and is going to blow up the combine. I’d bet money on that. He uses this blend of size and agility to simple avoid blocks at Tulsa but has the size and length to easily disengage at any level. He is borderline elite in coverage and has bullied American conference passers into 2 pass deflections and 4 picks (which he’s returned for 152 yards and 2 TDs) in just 6 2020 games. Collins can rush the passer as well and has legit edge size. Collins currently plays more fast (which he is) than powerful (which he also is). I’d like to see him learn to use his size to initiate contact and bully people at the point of contact because he absolutely can, but I guess why do it when you can just avoid them completely. The game speeds up from the American conference to the AFC North, but I think Collins is a day one LB, special teams force and has potential to develop into a very special player. Watching him play, he reminds me of a cross between KJ Wright and Jamie Collins, but bigger. Fun Player and easy fit.
25. *Raiders Via Jaguars*- Christian Barmore-IDL-Alabama
After trading back and acquiring an extra top 70 pick, the Raiders select the player they wanted all along. The Raiders need a more consistent pass rush. Clelin Ferell has taken a huge step forward in 2020, but he will always be a stop the run player more than a sack artist (as is Nassib), while I’m not ready to give up on Maxx Crosby, he hasn’t been the same player he was in 2019 (or close to it). Maurice Hurst has been their only good pass rusher for my money, but he will need help inside. Johnathan Hankins is a free agent, soon to be on the wrong side of 30. Vickers and Collins certainly aren’t the answer. In a down IDL class, Barmore is the only player I can see ging round one and is easily my top IDL in the class. Is he a polished player and tactician? Nope. NFL double teams will likely eat him if he can’t add more moves or play with better leverage. That said, if you try to double him, Hurst is gonna murder your quarterback. Barmore has rare length, bend and power for an interior player. He already wins against SEC lineman and can play all across the line despite being 310 pounds. When he wins, he wins quickly and is an immediate disruptive force up the middle. Put him outside in short yardage situations and back inside on clear passing downs and he will immediately be an upgrade for the black and silver. He won’t be a 3-down guy year one, but that doesn’t mean he won’t make an impact. Long term, the sky is the limit. This is the only IDL in this class I can envision making a pro bowl. He also just so happens to come from the winning culture that Gruden?Mayock love. It just makes too much sense not to happen.
26. *Jets Via Seattle*- Carlos Basham-Edge-Wake Forest
It’s still TBD who will be the Jets DC in 2021, but I think they have personnel best suited for a true multiple front but could certainly use a genuinely polished power edge suited to play both 3-4 and 4-3 edge. Basham is that guy and while Joe Douglas has a love for quick twitch athletes off of the edge, I think Boogie Basham would make too much sense to pass up on here. Basham (who’s cousin Tarrell is a current Jet likely to be brought back for 2021) is a relentless load to handle on the perimeter who has the kind of day one polish this team needs. Basham has a fantastic grasp on how to clog gaps on run downs, is a sure tackler with his massive wingspan, sheds blocks with a very impressive and polished array of moves, never seems to be out of position, doesn’t over pursue and get out of position and man knows how to use his long-limbed frame to create chaos. Across his last 19 games, he has forced 7 fumbles and tipped 4 passes despite being double and triple teamed week in, week out. Basham isn’t a poor athlete by any means, but I would say he’s more of a day two bend/burst combo than typical day one. That said, he has day one starter polish at 285, makes the players around him better and creates turnovers. This isn’t your 10 sack a year guy, but it’s your 6-8 sack a year, consistent 3 down/scheme versatile edge who makes the players around him better and brings much needed leadership skills.
27. *Titans*- Dylan Moses-LB-Alabama
I expect this to be one of my most controversial picks in this mock. With Clowney a free agent again, edge is a glaring need, but unless you want to reach big time for an edge there isn’t anybody left. With only 10M of cap space currently in 2021, Corey davis has likely priced himself out of town with a boom season. WR is a need but one that can be addressed later. Daquan Jones will need to be replaced at DT. But with Jayon Brown likely gone in 2021, I have to think the former LB and the former Patriot in Mike Vrabel is going to fall in love with Dylan Moses the player; as well as Dylan Moses the person. Moses is a freak athlete with a freak work ethic who clearly just loves the game of football. The movement skills, power and tackling ability are all special. That said, he’s had a somewhat down year. He has good instincts, but you can visually see him second guess himself and overthink plays. RPO’s, sudden moves and good routes have eaten him up in 2020. Who better to teach a special ball of clay how to turn his brain off than Vrabel? Moses will be a day one starter, immediate locker room leader and running back neutralizer in day one for the Titans. There will be some rough moments early on, but this is the kind of player Vrabel loves and the ceiling is really high for this pairing. A reach for Jason Oweh or Jay Tufele feel possible here as well, as could a Bateman or Marshall pick.
28. *Bills*- Shaun Wade-CB-Ohio St
Bills could use an edge if they can’t bring back Murphy, would have to take a long look at Moses if he were on the board and could really use a Pat Freiermuth...but if the draft falls like this I expect them to run to the podium. Josh Norman, Levi Wallace and Daryl Worley are all free agents in 2021 and Taron Johnson isn’t particularly good. With just 4.8M in 2021, this likely means the Bills will need a minimum of one cheap starting CB and likely both a slot and outside guy. Wade can fill both roles and is simply too talented to remain on the board here. Easy pick to make.
29. *Packers*- Rashod Bateman-WR-Minnesota
Do the Packers seemingly ever draft WR round one? No. Should they? Yep. Do they currently have the cap space to bring back Allan Lazard? Lol no. They have -18M in cap space next year. It’s worth noting that this means they are extremely unlikely to be able to resign Aaron Jones, which explains the weird AJ Dillon reach and opens up RB as a possibility. That makes me tempted to grab Kadarius Toney as a Kamara role hybrid, but that doesn’t seem like a Packers move. Terrace Marshall feels like a Packers pick, but he doesn’t block as well as Bateman and won’t be quite as good day one. I think Gutekunst will fall in love with Bateman’s boundary receiving skills, Rodgers will lobby hard for a receiver that wins with a skillset similar to Davante Adams and LaFleur will fall in love with Bateman’s alpha run-blocking game. Toss in the fact that Bateman in Green Bay will rip the heart out of Vikings fans and it’s an all around win. Linebacker is an absolutely glaring need, but all the good ones are gone and the Packers seem to hate drafting them even more than hate drafting receivers. Love this fit and pick.
30. *Chiefs*- Rashawn Slater-OT-Northwestern
The Chiefs have had one hell of a run, but 2021 will be the beginning of having to pay the piper. Even without resigning Sammy Watkins, Charvarius Ward, Breeland, Nieman, Wilson, osemele, Rieters, Remmers, Wylie, Robinson, Lev Bell, Sorenson,kpassagnon and Pennell among players who saw heavy snaps in 2020; they will be -15M in 2021 cap space. And that’s BEFORE the roster gets expensive in 2022. This means, at minimum two of the Honey Badger, Mitchell Schwartz and Eric Fisher will be cap casualties. Basically the entire o-line and secondary will be needs, as well as 1-2 WR. Rashawn Slater of “the only player not to be sucked into the void by Chase Young in 2019” fame can play 4 of the line slots, moves incredibly well for a man his size, can play in cold weather and is apparently loved by “NFL types”. This feels like a pick the Chiefs have to make.
31. *Saints*- Tyson Campbell-CB-Georgia
If you thought the Chiefs cap situation was bad….the Saints currently have -95M of cap space in 2021. -95M. Jared Cook, Alex Anzalone, Sheldon Rankins, Marcus Williams and Trey Hendrickson are impact free agents who won’t be able to be resigned. Making LB, FS, Edge and IDL big needs. Ryan Ramczyk, Marshon Lattimore, Malcolm Brown and Kwon Alexander almost 100% have to be cut. It’s a bad spot to be in. Tackle, QB, LB, DT and CB all stand out as the biggest needs. With two QB’s fully guaranteed over 33M in dead cap in 2021, reaching for a QB round one doesn’t seem likely. Jaylen Mayfield or a Liam Eichenberg seem possible, as could a Jay Tufele but there will be more potential day one starters there round two than CB. Tyson Campbell has injury concerns and has had a pretty poor 2020, but he looks built in a lab to be a CB1. I think this is the replacement for a Lattimore that the Saints simply can’t afford next year. It’s a very wide range of possible outcome player, but it’s a risk they have to take.
32. *Steelers*- Jalen Mayfield-OT-Michigan
The Steelers are yet another team in 2021 cap hell. Sitting pretty at -20M in 2021, the Steelers will have Bud Dupree, Juju, James Conner, Matt Feiler, Cam Sutton, Mike Hilton, Robert Spillane and Tyson Alualu as free agent starters. Edge, OT, CB and RB all jump out as big needs even before cap casualties and the QB of the future still isn’t in the building. In particular, tackle, edge and RB jump out as needs. Jalen Mayfield is a lab built tackle with great length, power and agility wrapped up in a prototypical frame. He is not yet a finished product, who struggles against speed to power and gets over his toes at times. But he has the traits you can’t teach and should thrive in a power concept. Year one will be up and down and in a perfect world, he’d have a year or two to season. Maybe Eichenberg will be a better fit. But he just screams Steelers power football when he gets his lower half right. I can’t see Mike Tomlin go for a RB with the ball security issues Etienne has and while Harris will be tempting, the needs up front are just too much to pass up on a potential starter.
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2 Round Mock Draft Complete with 1st round trades

I have compiled a 2 round mock draft in which I do trades in the first round. I am not an expert at trades and just have done trades based off prior trade data.
**1st Round**
Note: In this mock draft, I have projected Matt Ryan to be traded to the Colts for 4.118 and a 2023 Third
**1. JAC - Trevor Lawrence (QB) - Clemson**
Do I need to say more? The unanimous top prospect in the draft goes to Urban Meyer and the Jags. They get their guy at QB and spend their cap and draft picks surrounding him with elite pieces to get the most out of him while he is on his rookie contract.
**2. NYJ – Penei Sewell (OT) - Oregon**
This is a tough one between a QB and Sewell but I went with my gut. Saleh is inheriting the 3rd overall pick in the 2018 draft with lots of picks in this draft.
**3. SF - Zach Wilson (QB) - BYU**
*MIA trades 1.03, 2.50, 2022 first, and Tua Tagovailoa to HOU for Deshaun Watson and 2022 fifth round pick.*
*Houston trades 1.03 to San Francisco for 1.12, 2.43, 2022 first, 2023 Fifth*
Deshaun Watson is dis by gruntled and both teams improve. While Miami gives up two first round picks and Tua, they get a top 5 quarterback and Houston gets an abundance of draft capital and the 5th overall selection in the 2020 draft, Tua Tagovailoa.
Ultimately, Houston’s best option if they get the 3rd overall selection is to trade the pick. If Sewell is off the board and they indeed receive Tua in return, they can turn this selection into more draft capital.
**4. ATL – Justin Fields (QB) - Ohio State**
Atlanta has plenty of holes and an aging QB. They select their QB of the future who returns home. Fields has immense natural physical talent to make new offensive-minded head coach Arthur Smith think about finding Matt Ryan's successor for a run-heavier approach to the offense.
**5. CIN - Jamarr Chase (WR) - LSU**
The Bengals are in desperate need of offensive linemen to protect Joe Burrow, however, with the top quarterbacks off the board there is no real demand from teams drafting up. No need to be depressed Bengals fans, you get an elite wr with established chemistry with your franchise QB. John Ross and AJ Green are likely gone and the replacement is here. Tyler Boyd, Tee Higgins, and Jamarr Chase will now be Joe Burrows receiver corp.
**6. PHI – DeVonta Smith (WR) Alabama**
While there is not much to get excited about with this team, they do have the sixth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, putting them in a position to add a legitimate impact player to the mix. Expect the Eagles to target either a cornerback or wide receiver with this pick and they have a couple of worthy options at both positions. That being said, Heisman Trophy-winning wide receiver DeVonta Smith stands out as the premier choice for this team.
**7. DET – Trey Lance (QB) - NDSU**
If the Lions move on from Stafford, they will surely be looking for a quarterback in the first round -- and there are a handful of really nice prospects. In this mock I have them selecting Trey Lance. During 2019 season with the Bison, Lance put his arm on full display. He completed 66.9 percent of his pass attempts for 2,786 yards, 28 touchdowns, and no interceptions. Lance also picked up 1,100 yards and 14 touchdowns on the ground.
**8. CAR – Micah Parsons (LB) - Penn State**
Micah Parsons is an elite prospect that’ll be a 3-down LB on any NFL roster. As a 6-foot-3, 241-pound defensive end, Parsons amassed 41.5 sacks and 64.5 tackles for loss over a three-year span. He also supplemented those figures with 245 total tackles, five forced fumbles, two interceptions, and four passes defended. He will a Swiss Army knife and any defense and Carolina gets a stud with the 8th pick.
**9. DEN – Patrick Surtain II (CB) - Alabama**
John Elway is no longer making all the decisions for the Broncos, and whether that’s a good or bad thing, they should manage to take a quality talent with the ninth overall selection. The Broncos have done a lot to build up their offense, so I’d expect their defense to be the priority early. Any position on the defense should be considered here, and taking the best available player is always the correct route. That player is Patrick Surtain II.
**10. DAL – Caleb Farley (CB) - Virginia Tech**
A former receiver and another 2020 opt-out, Farley is an elite NFL prospect. At 6-foot-2, 207 pounds, Farley has the size and strength to match up against almost every receiver, but what makes him an impressive prospect is his ability to cover receivers who would generally be faster than someone of his size. The cowboys drastically need DB assistance and Farley will provide much needed help to an awful secondary.
**11. NYG - Jaylen Waddle (WR) - Alabama**
Daniel Jones probably impressed the Giants brass just enough to keep his job another year, so they must protect him any way they can. They took a tackle last season, so NFL logic dictates that they can’t take another offensive lineman. This means Jaylen Waddle is coming to the Big Apple. Stylistically, Waddle is my favorite receiver in the draft — the speed is shocking. It shouldn’t be legal to average 11.2 yards after the catch per reception, as Waddle did over the past two years at Alabama.
**12. HOU Jaycee Horn (CB) - South Carolina**
*Houston trades 1.03 to San Francisco for 1.12, 2.43, 2022 first, 2023 Fifth*
One of the most significant areas of need for the Texans is at the cornerback position. Based on a trade with San Francisco moved up to the 3rd overall pick, Houston assesses that area. In his three years, he had 101 tackles, 7 for a loss, three sacks, two interceptions, and 23 passes defended. Houston gets an elite outside corner than can provide much needed help on the outside.
**13. LAC – Christian Darrisaw (OT) - Virginia Tech**
This off-season the chargers need a major upgrade in their offensive line. They have a young QB and it’s almost a miracle that nothing serious happened to him. Enter Christian Darrisaw, his footwork is some of the smoothest in the class. In the open field, Darrisaw moves and climbs to the second level with ease and efficiency. Darrisaw immediately slides in at left tackle as a long-term upgrade over Trey Pipkins. Just from a purely schematic standpoint,
**14. MINN – Rashawn Slater (IOL) - Northwestern**
As a whole, this draft is a defense-heavy group. However, Minnesota’s top pick is an investment into the offensive line. Rashawn Slater is an athletic, versatile player that can certainly cement a line that can give time for the handful of talented skill position players the Vikings have. Slater can play either tackle or guard, he doesn’t have the natural tackle build especially in his arm length but it didn’t bother him much at Northwestern. He’s a bruiser in the run game and would fit well with the Minnesota scheme leading the way for Dalvin Cook. Slater is also one of the only players who didn’t look foolish against Chase Young back in 2019.
**15. NE – Kyle Pitts (WR) - Alabama**
If one thing was evident in 2020, is that the Patriots were suffering from the departure of Brady and Gronk. They led the league in the most opt-outs and have most of their defensive players back,a better situation than many teams. However they need to address a receiver bad. Pitts is tall, long and ultra athletic. His versatility allows the Gators to use him in a variety of alignments. He gets a lot of reps as an inline tight end, but he will also play on the wing, flex out in the slot or split all the way out to the perimeter of the formation.
**16. ARI – Eric Stokes (CB)**
Cardinals are in a challenging position. With a difficult conference and some expensive players up for free agency, they need to invest in their defense in order to compete. Patrick Peterson, Dre Kirkpatrick, Johnathan Joseph, and Kevin Peterson are all scheduled to be free agents and obviously it is too early to tell who is returning. Stokes will a day one starter who can be cheap and effective.
**17. LV – Christian Barmore (IDL) - Alabama**
The Raiders had options here with Christian Barmore and Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah all available. However, their need for an interior presence far outweighs a cornerback or linebackesafety hybrid. The Raiders have invested a lot in their defense, both with draft capital and free agency spending. They only seem like a few pieces away from a playoff-level defense, and Barmore puts them that much closer.
**18. PITT – Mac Jones (QB) - Alabama**
*MIA trades 1.18 to PITT for 2.55, 4.125, 2022 second *
In a heartbreaking move for WFT fans, Pittsburgh jumps to the 18th selection giving up two selections in the 2021 draft and a second round pick in 2022 for their successor at QB.
The Steelers haven’t used anything higher than a third-round pick on a quarterback since taking Roethlisberger with the 11th overall pick in 2004. They had no need even as Roethlisberger got into his mid-30s, and they had no inclination even after a major elbow injury in 2019 put his career in jeopardy. But things have changed drastically, and that’s just since November. The Steelers finished the season losing five of six games after an 11-0 start, featuring a sputtering offense that many blamed on Roethlisberger. With his offensive coordinator and good friend, Randy Fichtner, gone, a $41.25 million cap hit (they can save $19 million by releasing him before March 17) and serious questions about his ability, Roethlisberger’s future with the Steelers is uncertain at best.
**19. DET – Kwity Paye (EDGE) - Michigan**
*WFT trades 1.19 and to DET for Matthew Stafford and 4.102*
Paye, listed at 6-foot-4 and 272 pounds, remains an intriguing option for prospective NFL teams. His size and athleticism make him a potential linebacker candidate at the next level, while his four-year tenure at Michigan was spent at defensive end. In 38 games, Paye amassed 100 tackles (23 1/2 for a loss), 11 1/2 sacks, a pass deflection, forced fumble and fumble recovery. A bulk of that production came during the 2019 season, when Paye earned second-team all-Big Ten honors from the coaches while totaling 50 tackles (12 1/2 for a loss) and 6 1/2 sacks. He is an explosive athlete with an NFL body, ready to make an immediate impact on one of the worst defenses in the NFL. Paired with a new head coach, Paye tries to fill the much needed whole in the rush.
**20. CHI –Alijah Vera-Tucker (IOL) - USC**
The Bears snuck into the playoffs and saved the jobs of Ryan Pace, Matt Nagy and, probably, Mitchell Trubisky. Since Chicago won't find a long-term answer at quarterback here, the Bears address their offensive line which was a big issue in 2020. An all-around product which played Tackle his first two years before moving to guard, Vera-Tucker can provide a versatile piece in a Bears O-line that needs help.
**21. IND – Sam Cosmi (OT) - Texas**
Indianapolis Colts left tackle Anthony Castonzo announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday, just a few days after the 2020 and along with QB and WR it’s the obvious hole in the team. Enter Sam Cosmi, In the run game, Cosmi does a great job of using his quickness to his advantage to get in position. He understands angles well and has the mobility needed to be an impact blocker at the next level. Cosmi is not the most powerful player at the point of attack, but he has strong hands and shows good competitive toughness. He can mix it up against size and at least hold his own against bigger defensive linemen a majority of the time.
**22. Tenn - Greg Rousseau (EDGE) - Miami**
By far, Tennessee’s biggest problem right now is a lack of consistent pass rush, which should have them targeting an edge defender early in this draft. The Titans recorded a respectable 43 sacks during the 2019-20 season, and tried to take a huge step forward in that department by throwing money at Vic Beasley and Jadeveon Clowney on one-year deals.
**23. NYJ via SEA – Patrick Jones II (EDGE) - Pitt**
Jones is listed at 6-foot-5 and 260 pounds but looks like he could add more bulk to his lower half, which for most edge rushers is typically a good thing. But man, Jones is already so powerful. And it's all speed-to-power conversion. He explodes off the snap and leans on his bull rush before countering (if necessary). Jones fills the need for a playmaker on the EDGE and a piece on Salehs chessboard.
**24. PITT – Alex Leatherwood (OT) - Alabama**
The Steelers are in a tough spot in 2021. Alejandro Villanueva, Zach Banner, Jerald Hawkins and Derwin Gray are all free agents next offseason. The Steelers need to get an elite left tackle prospect in this draft is possible.
In Alex Leatherwood, Pittsburgh gets a tackle who did not allow a sack two seasons ago in the SEC, and has a ton of experience under his belt. Many consider him to be a potential guard in the NFL, but either way his experience and strength pairs well with what the Steelers do on offense and in the running game.
**25. JAC via LAR – Carlos Besham JR. (EDGE) - Wake Forest**
Having selected Trevor Lawrence, Urban Meyer knows the next step to winning is domination in the trenches. Besham Jr. is an elite EDGE that dominated college football this year. Look for Besham Jr. to be one of the combine’ top talked about.
**26. CLE – Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (LB) - Norte Dame**
When’s the last time the Browns picked this late? It’s a talented team who is a couple athletic pieces on the second and third levels of the defense away from presenting a ton of matchup problems for opposing offenses. “JOK” brings a versatile defender on the second level who brings a ton of possibilities to the defense. Owusu-Koramoah earned unanimous All-American honors this past season after leading the Irish with 11 tackles for loss to go with 62 tackles and three forced fumbles. He was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Year and won the Butkus Award, which goes to the nation's top linebacker.
**27. BAL – Quincy Roche (EDGE) - Miami**
Roche is a true technician for the position that is polished with his hands, has great vision, and is a quick processor. He has an expansive pass-rushing skill set and is a good run defender, making him a balanced defender that can contribute on every down. In the right scheme, Roche has the ability to develop into a productive starter that knows how to attack the pocket.
**28. NO – Zaven Collins (LB) - Tulsa**
After a high school career in which Zaven Collins was a four-year starter at quarterback and linebackesafety, Tulsa was the only Division I program to offer him a scholarship. He ended his college career by claiming the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, which is awarded to the nation’s best defensive player. Collins offers an exciting blend of size, length, power, football intelligence, and versatility that makes him a dynamic prospect for the NFL.
**29. TB – Daviyon Nixon (DT) - Iowa**
Defensive lineman Ndamukong Suh and edge rusher Shaq Barrett are both set to become free agents when the 2020 season is over, while the Bucs are on a cap space crunch and may not be able to keep both guys. Heck, they may not even be able to keep one of them, unless Suh becomes cheaper given his age. In return, the bucs get cheaper with the selection of Nixon. Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon projects as a prototypical 3T even front defender at the next level. Nixon has very good spring and burst out of his stance to shoot gaps and create havoc in the backfield.
**30. BUF – Wyatt Davis (IOL) - Ohio State**
At 6-foot-4, 315 pounds, Davis is an athletic specimen who possesses unmatched length for an interior lineman. This is paired with smooth feet that naturally glide from block to block whilst delivering crushing blocks. Davis operated in a zone-blocking scheme at Ohio State but showed every bit of athleticism necessary to operate as a pulling guard in a man-blocking scheme.
**31. GB - Jay Tufele (DT) - USC**
It wasn’t that long ago when the Packers were comfortable with the performance on the defensive line. My, how far they have fallen. Kenny Clark is their only consistent player in the trenches they can truly count on. Kingsley Keke is quietly emerging and could be a quality player, but Dean Lowry, Tyler Lancaster and Montravius Adams clearly can’t be counted on.
Jay Tufele is one of the most athletic defensive tackles in the 2021 NFL Draft. He has a motor, and he will track you down even if it is 20 yards down the field. Tufele has blocked kicks, he has been super disruptive on pass plays and he is a stud at run stuffing.
**32. KC – Jaelen Phillips (EDGE)- Miami**
One thing the Chiefs will need in 2021 is help at the edge rusher position. Right now, Frank Clark and Mike Danna are the only two players currently under contract.
A balanced defender, Phillips is a playmaker against the run and pass, where his exciting blend of size, length, power, technique, and athleticism make him a challenge for offenses to neutralize. Phillips is a versatile player that has experience playing with his hand in the dirt on the edge, rushing from interior alignments, and playing in space in a standup role—which makes him a fit for all teams in the NFL.
**2nd Round**
**33. JAC - Rondale Moore (WR) - Purdue**
Urban Meyer wants his team to be fast. What better way to do that than to add Rondale Moore to the mix? Wide receiver isn't a huge need for the Jaguars considering DJ Chark, Laviska Shenault, and Collin Johnson are a trio of solid players, but the Jaguars could always use more ammo on offense to set Trevor Lawrence up for success. With starting slot receiver Keelan Cole set to be a free agent in March, Moore could instantly step into his role on the depth chart and present a different type of wide receiver to the team.
**34. NYJ - Najee Harris (RB) - Alabama**
The New York Jets had no truly dependable running back option outside of the 39-year-old Frank Gore during their terrible 2020 season. New York has some young RBs like Ty Johnson and La'Mical Perine on the roster, but none of them are as electric as Harris. The Jets need talent, and few are as talented in this running back class as Harris. If New York is sold on the Alabama RB, they could even take him at No. 23 since they own the Seattle Seahawks' first-rounder.
**35. ATL - Jevon Holland (S) - Oregon**
Holland is an intriguing athlete. He doesn’t appear to have any one dominant trait, but he’s solid overall. Holland has good speed and explosiveness, and although his agility more resembles effort agility and game pace than actual athletic looseness, he has the ability to change directions with relative ease.
**36. MIA - Creed Humphrey (IOL) - Oklahoma**
The Miami Dolphins have put together an interesting group of offensive linemen, with most of their additions coming the 2020 offseason This is a talented group with some serious upside, but there is still some room for improvement here. Humphrey is a wide-bodied interior blocker that has a wealth of experience along the interior. With 37 career starts (36 straight), he’s been a three-year starter that’s been a key cog of one of the most explosive offenses in the country. As a left-handed center, he’s one of the few in the country. While being a limited athlete, he has the smarts of knowing how to use his frame, strength, and football IQ to his advantage.
**37. PHI - Asante Samuel Jr. (CB) - Florida State**
Cornerback clearly is a position of need for the Eagles. They have to find someone to pair with Slay. Avonte Maddox is not the answer on the outside. The 5-9 Maddox belongs either back in the slot or at safety. Samuel Jr. is a touch undersized, but he is outstanding in man coverage where his natural pattern matching instincts, loose hips, and quick feet make him tough to separate from.
**38. CIN - Jalen Mayfield (OT) - Michigan**
The Bengals need help across the board here. At guard, Quinton Spain hasn’t been a massive improvement that signals he’s a long-term fix. Xavier Su’a-Filo isn’t necessarily that either. And right tackle is a problem with Bobby Hart, as it has been for years.
Jalen Mayfield projects as a high-quality starting offensive lineman at the NFL level. He’s got ample size and athleticism to play in space in pass protection and with just two years of starting experience under his belt, Mayfield is only going to continue to get better with more repetitions.
**39. CAR - Trey Smith (IOL) - Tennessee**
Getting a stud college prospect that can be a plug-and-play starter at the guard spot is essential early in the 2021 NFL Draft. Carolina needs to protect Bridgewater as much as possible and when they’ve managed to do this during the current campaign, the signal-caller has thrived more often than not.
If you want power, Trey Smith is going to be near the top of your list on the interior offensive line. The Tennessee guard is a mauler and a people-mover, and it all stems from his incredible upper body strength and torque. Smith carries immense potential energy in his upper body on each play. As a pass protector, his initial hand strikes are incredibly strong and precise, and when he gets his man off-balance, he has the grip strength and the finishing power to negate them in totality.
**40. DEN- Marvin Wilson (DT) - Florida State**
The Denver Broncos could take a major hit on the defensive line this offseason. With Jurrell Casey, Shelby Harris and Demarcus Walker all headed for free agency, the Broncos will likely have to look elsewhere to replenish their defensive line.
**41. DET - Rashod Bateman (WR) -Minnesota**
Bateman offers an impressive blend of route running, ball skills and competitive toughness into a frame that should alleviate any concerns about his projection to working on the boundary. Bateman's collegiate offense utilized him on a lot of in-breaking patterns and finding first & second throwing windows via run/pass option concepts at Minnesota, but he shouldn't be pegged as only a zone beater or "slot" target. Bateman's ability to track the football and win at the catch point flash just as much as his smooth breaks and easy acceleration off the line of scrimmage. While he's not a true burner, there should be no concerns regarding separation ability thanks to a diverse release package and effectiveness at the top of route stems in a number of ways.
**42. NYG - Joseph Assai (DE) - Texas**
The NY Giants have admirably tried to make their pass rush a proud unit that is a core symbol of the franchise’s history. Unfortunately, injuries and a lack of developmental progression has held the EDGE rushers back from making a significant difference in this defense. Instead, the defense’s success has funneled more through the team’s interior defensive linemen and inside linebackers..
Ossai spent time seesawing back and forth between off-ball linebacker and defensive end. As a result, he was unable to find his comfort zone while experimenting with both positions. It wasn't until his final season at Texas where he settled in as a true edge rusher.
**43. HOU - Jayson Oweh (DE) - Penn State**
*Houston trades 1.03 to San Francisco for 1.12, 2.43, 2022 first, 2023 Fifth*
The Texans need help up front, and one shouldn’t assume that there is anyone above replacement, and that would include J.J. Watt. And, frankly, trading or releasing Watt would basically mean the Texans are resetting the roster, anyway. The Texans don’t have a backup behind Watt on the depth chart, but the issue is bigger than one player.
At 6-foot-5, 252 pounds, Oweh reportedly has a 4.33 40-yard dash, a 36.5-inch vertical, and a 127-inch broad jump. We’ll need to wait for official confirmation on those numbers at the NFL Combine. Oweh’s burst is a problem for linemen. More often than not, he can get a step on blockers right away. Once he has that leverage, he has the torso flexibility and bend to dip inside and crash the pocket. Teams frequently defaulted to quick passes just to combat Oweh’s speed as a pass rusher.
**44. DAL - Liam Eichenburg (OT) - Notre Dame**
Eichenberg stands at 6-foot-6, 305 pounds with adequate arm length. He moves well in space and does an excellent job of keeping his feet controlled to engage defenders in space. Notre Dame designs numerous screens that flow towards Eichenberg’s side, and he does a great job of sealing and cutting off linebackers and defensive backs on the move. He understands angles in space and rarely lunges or over-extends when trying to hit his target.
**45. JAC - Pat Friermuth (TE) - Penn State**
Consider this: James O'Shaughnessy led all Jaguars' tight ends in catches, yards, and touchdowns in 2019, and he didn't even play in five full games. From Geoff Swaim to Seth DeValve to Josh Oliver to Ben Koyack to Nick O'Leary, the Jaguars failed to get production from the tight end position for the entirety of 2019, and especially so when O'Shaughnessy suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 5.
Freiermuth has a prototypical build for the tight end position and ample ceiling as a blocker to continue to develop into a quality asset with his hand in the dirt in the run game. But today’s NFL is ultimately rooted in the passing game and tight ends are the new-age mismatch weapons that put defensive play-callers in a bind. Freiermuth can be that caliber of a receiver thanks to his blend of size, hands, route-running, and physicality in the secondary.
**46. NE - Kyle Trask (QB) - Florida**
Trask has the ideal size for an NFL quarterback and has competitive toughness. The journey that the Florida quarterback has taken to get to this point is evidence of his mental toughness. Trask has excellent football intelligence and uses this to make good decisions on the field, as evidenced by his consistently low interception numbers throughout his career.
**47. LAC - Ben Cleveland (IOL) - Georgia**
Beyond addressing the coaching spot, the Chargers need to hammer their oft-injured and scattershot offensive line. The unit that Justin Herbert was working behind, which gets him significantly hurried at least once every three-down series, is not conducive to long-term success. The Chargers can certainly re-sign their interior offensive line if they feel they can be better moving forward, but both Dan Feeney (C) and Forrest Lamp (LG) are free agents in the 2021 offseason. However, It’s best for them to probably move on.
The six-foot-six, 334-pound behemoth could be an absolute mauler in the NFL. His college pedigree certainly indicates that Cleveland could be a beast, he was the highest-rated guard in the SEC at one point per PFF. They also pointed out Cleveland’s attributes in the run game are also strong, he graded out at 77.4 for his senior year with the Bulldogs.
**48. LV - Azeez Ojulari (LB/DE) - Georgia**
The Las Vegas Raiders have a big need at the linebacker position and this front office loves to take players who come from major college football programs. In Ojulari, the Raiders finally draft another versatile linebacker. Scheming with a player like the prospect should not be a problem. Playing all three downs allows Ojulari to use his vast array of talents to the fullest. With the faces of the AFC becoming younger and changing, the Raiders need to immediately address this. While the Raiders’ front seven looks crowd, it’s neither talented nor athletic. As a result, this pick looks smart and rather strong. Vegas need help to slow down the Chiefs
**49. AZ - Terrace Marshal Jr. (WR) - LSU**
Marshall is a versatile receiver that has proven himself both from the slot and out wide while attacking all levels of the field with consistency. He offers terrific size, physicality, hands, ball skills, run after catch ability, route-running skills, and overall technical-refinement.
**50. MIA - Travis Etienne (RB) - Clemson**
The Miami Dolphins need to upgrade their running back situation and the NFL Draft in April should provide some help but Miami may not be able to wait and risk not having a secured starter for 2021
Etienne is built fairly well at 5-foot-10, 205 pounds, and his lower body is particularly dense. That’s where his explosion capacity derives from, but he also brings excellent contact balance as well. Etienne’s short-area burst and twitch allows him to frequently avoid direct contact, but even when he does experience direct contact, he can bounce off hits and recover quickly with his balance and flexibility.
**51. WFT - Nick Bolton (LB) - Missouri**
Drafting a quality linebacker will likely be a very smart decision for Washington. Middle linebackers are often called the quarterbacks of the defense. Parsons would be an excellent linebacker that could lead this young defense to greatness.
Bolton cemented himself as one of 2021’s top linebacker prospects. Small in stature for the position, Bolton makes his living as a strong athlete with great instincts for the game. He’s a sparkplug on the field and projects as a player NFL teams would love in their locker room. A leader both on and off the field, he looks to transition into a MIKE backer in the NFL.
**52. CHI - Hamsah Nasirildeen (S) - Florida State**
What Ryan Pace and Chuck Pagano love to have on their defense are players who can show versatility. For example, Pagano loves Eddie Jackson not only for his ability to ball on the field but for his ability to play anywhere as a safety. He can line up in the box, single-high, or marking players in the slot.
Hamsah Nasirildeen is just like that. Nasirildeen is a very big safety, but that doesn’t take away from his athletic ability. At 6’4″ and 212 pounds, he could contest for one of the biggest safeties in the NFL. He is a hard-hitting safety with great ball instincts. It remains to be seen what he would test for his other athletic traits, but as of now, his talent should translate perfectly to the next level.
**53. TEN - Kadarius Toney (WR) - Florida**
Like many of the Titans’ needs outside of rushing the passer, this one largely depends on what happens in free agency. Corey Davis is set to become a free agent after posting the best numbers of his young career. The Titans declined to pick up his fifth year option before the season began, and with A.J. Brown as the clear cut No. 1 receiver on the team, Davis could look to land a huge payday elsewhere.
Toney has a special combination of speed and quickness that makes him a threat to score from anywhere on the field. He shakes defenders with ease when facing man-to-man coverage and has shown the ability to find soft spots against zone. Once the ball is in his hands, Toney kicks it into high gear and often leaves the defense in his dust.
**54. IND -Paulson Adebo (CB) -Stanford **
Kenny Moore is one of the best slot corners in the NFL, but the Colts need to start surrounding him with more talent on the outside. Young corner Rock Ya-Sin had an up and down campaign, and veteran Xavier Rhodes is set to hit free agency after signing a one-year deal with the team last offseason. The Colts had no answer for Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs during their Wild Card loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Adebo, who is 6’1″ and 190 pounds, has the size and physicality to be a successful cornerback in the NFL. He has good length, great ball skills, and fluid hips. He may not be super fast or have great short-area quickness but he has solid instincts and does an adequate job in deep coverage.
**55. MIA - Dylan Moses (LB) - Alabama**
*MIA trades 1.18 to PITT for 2.55, 4.125, 2022 second *
The Miami Dolphins have completely transformed their roster heading into the 2020 NFL season. That transformation continued this weekend when Miami sent linebacker Raekwon McMillan and a 2021 fifth-round selection to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for a 2021 fourth-round pick. The linebacker position has surfaced as Miami’s biggest need on the defensive side of the ball and should be an area of focus for the organization next offseason.
Heading into the 2019 college football season, many considered Moses as the best linebacker in the nation. Unfortunately, he never saw the field last season as he suffered a torn ACL just a couple weeks prior to the season’s start.
**56. SEA - Hamilcar Rashed Jr. (DE) - Oregon State**
Seattle’s defense was imperfect in many ways but they were most deficient in terms of generating a consistent pass rush with their defensive line. They saw players like young Alton Robinson flash but, even then, there is a lot of work to be done.
Rashed has good length at 6-foot-4, 245. This length allows him to get his hands on linemen early, and while he’s still very much a work in progress with his hands, he’s flashed the ability to use quick, powerful swipes to open up lanes for himself. Additionally, he uses this length to disrupt the passing lane when in position, as evidenced by his six career pass deflections.
**57. LAR - Cam Mcgrone (LB)- Michigan**
While the Rams have arguably the top defense in the NFL, they have a positional need at linebacker. While starting linebacker Micah Kiser has been outperforming expectations when healthy, he still has missed a handful of games due to injury. Not only that but the depth behind him is also is minimal and needs a boost.
McGrone is just a redshirt sophomore who enters the NFL draft process with just 19 games and 15 starts at Michigan under his belt—a significantly small sample size that will leave teams needing a little extra clarity in order to decipher his ceiling within their respective defensive systems.
**58. BAL - Deonte Brown (IOL) - Alabama**
There is no doubt the Ravens could use some more depth on the interior offensive line.
This may actually end up being a position group the Ravens look into upgrading through free agency or trade, as they have a few young players already in place, but Deonte Brown is an ideal pick up in the second round.
Starting in 24 of 46 career games, Brown possesses a beefy and wide-bodied frame with a well above average amount of strength at the point of attack. Physically, he is an effective run blocker with lots of attractive skills. Aggressive in the running game, he shows high strength levels and awareness. In Alabama’s downhill run scheme, he’s allowed to stay on track and road grade any target that’s directly in front of him. Easily able to move defenders and dislodging them out of gaps, he’s best suited in a man/power-based blocking scheme.
**59. CLE Chris Rumph II (EDGE) - Duke **
The full potential of Olivier Vernon and Myles Garrett playing on opposite ends will never be realized. Vernon suffered an Achilles injury in Week 17 and is a free agent, which means Berry must find an end to replace him. Veteran Adrian Clayborn remains under contract for one more season but he isn’t a long-term option and plays better coming off the bench.
Listed at 6-4 and 235 pounds, packing on weight is a must for Rumph as he enters the NFL, but I don't think he needs to be significantly heavier to succeed in today's NFL that's prioritizing speed and quickness over size and power.
**60. NO - Tyson Campbell (CB) - Georgia**
The New Orleans Saints have put together one of the league’s best defenses this season, but this pick makes them even better on paper for 2021. Dennis Allen has relied on Chauncey Gardner-Johnson as their slot cornerback this season, and while he has played well, most of Gardner-Johnson’s experience is at safety and cornerback during his college days. New Orleans needs more help outside the slot, with Marshon Lattimore entering the final year of his rookie contract and Janoris Jenkins looking like a potential salary cap casualty in the spring.
Tyson Campbell aligns at cornerback for the Bulldogs defense. He plays the position with very good athleticism overall, as evidenced by his agility and short-area quickness. He has the NFL body type and frame teams covet for the position.
**61. TB - Trey Sermon (RB) - Ohio State**
Coming off one of the best seasons in their history with arguably the best quarterback ever to play the game in Tom Brady, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will look to the draft to fill potential holes on the offense. Those holes include backup running back, center, left tackle, and tight end. With Ronald Jones II as running back one for at least one more season and KeShawn Vaughn entering his second year, the Bucs will need another back or two to replace Leonard Fournette.
Ohio State running back Trey Sermon is one of the hottest running back prospects in football on the heels of an offensive explosion amid the Ohio State Buckeyes’ run to the National Championship game. Sermon wrangled the primary ball-carrier duties after splitting the load for much of the season with Master Teague III and has made the most of his opportunities; shredding two high-profile defenses in high-profile games.
**62. BUF - Chazz Surratt (LB) - UNC **
There is no question that Chazz Surratt has one of the more unique college careers as it is rare for a player to go from playing quarterback to switching positions to linebacker. He played two seasons at quarterback in 2017 and 2018 before playing linebacker last year.
At 6’3″ and 230 pounds, he looks to be exactly the type of linebacker that Sean McDermott likes for his defense. He is very athletic and can move sideline to sideline and could be an excellent replacement for Matt Milano
**63. GB - Joshua Jobe (CB) - Alabama**
Sticking with the secondary, adding a cornerback on Day 1 or 2 should be at or near the top of the Packers’ list. Kevin King is a pending free agent and it’s unclear if the two sides will be able to agree to a contract extension.
At 6-foot-1, 192 pounds, Jobe is a well-built cornerback who packs a surprising amount of play strength and physicality into a sub-200-pound frame. Jobe also has very good length, which he uses effervescently — almost to a fault.
**64. KC - Josh Myers (IOL) - Ohio State**
The three interior positions are all up for grabs in 2021. Some may point to the return of Laurent Duvernay-Tardif as a means to solidify the group, but he will be 18 months removed from football the next time he sees the field — and he wasn’t particularly good in 2019. Austin Reiter is a free agent, as is Daniel Kilgore. The logical selection is their interior offensive line.
Myers earned the starting center position in 2019 as a sophomore and had an excellent debut for the Buckeyes. He has good size with length for an interior blocker, and was tough at the point of attack. Myers was an effective run blocker for J.K. Dobbins and a steady pass protector for Justin Fields.
Note: Most commentary are not my own and belong to websites such as:
Thedraftnetwork.com, profootballnetwork.com, 247sports, and nflmocks.com
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Scoring in the NFL is at an all-time high. There are so many young, exciting quarterbacks and we see passing records being broken every single week, especially with Tom Brady and Drew Brees going back and forth for the title as the all-time touchdown leader. However, the best teams in this league still play great defense. Some of them may have the individual talent while others do a better job of game-planning and putting their players in position to succeed, but when we talk about the really special units, that’s where both those things come together.
I want to look at the top ten defenses in the NFL as of right now, which of course is largely based on what they have done through ten weeks, but I try to put things into context in terms of who they have played and how some of the statistics or point totals came to be. And funnily enough, only the very last one on the list is below-.500, while eight of these teams have won at least six games.
Make sure to also check out my detailed recap of week ten!
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1. Pittsburgh Steelers

What really sets this group apart from the rest of the league to some degree is the combination of their defensive line and outside linebackers, because they have four legitimate All-Pro level players among it. T.J. Watt leads this group with the second-most sacks in the league (nine) and tackles for loss (14), while having ten more total pressures than any other player out there (38), but he also has a teammate in the top eight in all three of those categories.
They don’t let people move the ball on them, surrendering a league-low 163 first downs on the season, to go along with allowing just 19 points per game (third-lowest in the league), and they take the ball away, being tied for the league-lead with 17 takeaways. And when you look at where they give up their points, they don’t let opponents get started early and clamp down when they need to, as they are second in first quarter (3.0) and fourth quarter points (4.1) respectively.
The loss of second-year linebacker Devin Bush looked like it could be a major factor, but his fill-in Robert Spillane has been better than anybody could have imagined, whether it is smacking Derrick Henry short of the goal-line or opening the Ravens game with a pick-six. Plus Vince Williams alongside him is one the most physical downhill backers in the league. That combined with Cam Heyward and Stephon Tuitt dominating on the interior has led to an NFL-high 65 tackles for loss.
The Steelers have really gotten back to their “Blitzburg” days, using their inside backers and nickel Mike Hilton in pressure packages. At times I even want them to do it less, because their front-four when they are in nickel is so awesome, that you want to flood zones and just force opposing quarterbacks to hold the ball for an extra beat (tied for third with blitzes on 41.7% of snaps). Defensive coordinator Keith Butler has adapted that aggressiveness from his time serving under Dick LeBeau as their linebacker coach. Pittsburgh leads the league with 36 sacks and a stupendous rate of putting pressure on the quarterback on 35 percent of drop-backs – Tampa Bay is the next-closest at 27.4%.
To go along with that, they are very diverse on the back-end with their zone coverages, with Minkah Fitzpatrick as their joker, who is an elite roaming free safety,that can make plays on anything in-between the numbers in single-high duty, but also shows great awareness as a robber and can be deployed on man-coverage in the slot, which he did a ton of at Alabama and as a rookie in Miami. Outside of him they might not impress you with the names in the secondary, but I believe since Teryl Austin came over last year as an assistant, they have been much more sound in their coverages and everybody gets their hands on the ball. They are confident in what they see in front of them and they look to punch at the ball out when they get there, whether it’s to break up passes or create fumbles.
The only real issues to me are their outside corners, since they can’t really play man-to-man for large stretches of games when they face elite receiving corps, but as long as they don’t ask them to do that and force you to chip away with underneath completions, they’ll come up with a play to change the momentum at some point of the game. And even when they faced what to me already is one of the most efficient short-area passers in Bengals rookie Joe Burrow, they showed that they won’t let that area of their game be taken advantage of.

2. Chicago Bears

I know that there are defenses that rank higher statistically in some categories, but I look at this from the standpoint of how much one unit has to carry the other and the Bears offense has been absolutely dreadful, as only the Jets have put up less yards (28.4) points per drive (1.59). I mean just look at this past game against the Vikings – the return game and the defense were the only things that kept them in that contest, since the offense put up a miniscule 32 yards in the second half despite an opening kick return touchdown putting them in great position and over half that yardage came on a dump-off to the running back at the very end, which Minnesota gave up willingly.
Despite being on the field for more defensive drives than any other team in the league (115) because of how bad their offense is, only six teams have allowed less points on the season (209 through ten games). They have forced three-and-outs on 24.3 percent of offensive drives and they have allowed opponents to convert just a third of their third down attempts (lowest mark in the league). Plus, what really sets them apart is how often they hold opponents to field-goals when they get into scoring range, as they are easily at the top of the list in touchdown percentage in the red-zone (44.1%) and TD-to-FG ratio overall (0.69). Plus, they are the only team that hasn’t given up 30+ points all season (actually no more than 26).
This really is one of the most complete defenses in the league and they function so well as a group. While their nose tackle Eddie Goldman opted out before the season, when Akiem Hicks has been in the lineup, opposing teams have had a tough time running the ball, with him and Brent Urban plugging the middle, while nobody wants to set the point of attack where Khalil Mack is lined up and then they have tremendous speed at the second level to scrape over the top of blocks or fill from the back-side. And and all of their guys in the secondary are tough tacklers. Here are the rushing totals of the All-Pro level backs they have faced in the last three weeks: Alvin Kamara – 12 carries for 67 yards, Derrick Henry – 21 for 68, and Dalvin Cook – 30 for 96 (and his only two runs of 10+ yards came with Hicks on the sideline late).
In the pass game, they can let Mack and Robert Quinn shoot off the edges with two pocket-pushers in the middle in nickel packages and Roquan Smith has turned himself into one of the premiere tight-end and running back erasers. Their sack numbers may not blow you away, but they never let opposing quarterbacks get comfortable in the pocket and Mack can deliver game-changing strip-sacks at any moment.
On the back-end, they can play basically any coverage, with Eddie Jackson being a true free safety at heart, but he is also highly instinctive when you put him closer to the line of scrimmage and they excel at passing on assignments in quarters coverage. Kyle Fuller is one of the elite off-man corners, who has also become one of the best at his position at separating opposing players from the ball, while they have found an excellent running mate for him in rookie Jaylon Johnson, who can crowd receivers with his length. The one real weak spot for this time right now is nickelback, where Buster Skrine has been getting worked on by some of the better slot receivers.
Chuck Pagano deserves a lot of credit for having this group continue to play at very close to the level they were at under Vic Fangio, the year they won the NFC North. Only the offense is so bad that nobody really pays attention. The two issues I have with them is that they at plays play too soft in their two-high shells, which was really the only way the Vikings moved the ball this past Monday Night (to go along with that long post route from Justin Jefferson), and the fact they have surrendered 30 first downs via penalty (only one behind the Saints, who lead the league in that category) and they are only 7 yards away from leading the league in penalty yardage.
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3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

This might seem a little high for a team that got blown out two weeks ago on Sunday Night and I know that is still heavily on the mind of people, but f you were looking for the team that closest resembles what Pittsburgh has up front defensively, I would point at Tampa. While losing Vita Vea for the season right in the middle of that unit following week five has certainly hurt, they brought in Steve McLendon to at least resemble that ability to eat up double-teams in the run game and keep their linebackers clean, while Rakeem Nunez-Roches has been played almost 50 percent of the snaps in space-eating role as well.
That allows the Bucs linebackers to run around freely and to me this is the most dynamic duo on the second-level in football, with Lavonte David and Devin White. In the run game, those two guys can string run plays out to the sideline and take away angles, they are like a blur when they come on blitzes and boy, they light people up. league-low Tampa is tied for allowing a league-low 3.3 yards per rush. David has been one of the most underappreciated players of the last decade and he made that transition from an outside role in a 4-3 to that hybrid 3-4 under Todd Bowles look seamless. And White is right up there with the very best in terms of talent, which I have to give their linebacker coaches Mike Caldwell and Larry Foote a lot of credit for, to let it flourish, since he certainly had issues ID-ing run fits coming out of LSU two years ago.
The two guys off the edge are special in their own right, as Jason Pierre-Paul is first on the team with 7.5 sacks and while Shaq Barrett isn’t leading the league in that category like he did last season (19.5), he isn’t far off his pace when it comes to QB pressures, with 28 through the first ten games, plus William Gholston has quietly been putting heat on the opposing passer, with a team-leading 14 hits on the QB. We saw JPP get a pick off Teddy Bridgewater last week on a delayed hook-up drop and Barrett has the athleticism to some spot-dropping as well, while both are physical edge-setters.
Carlton Davis has developed himself into a true number one corner, who they don’t shy away from manning against elite receivers, which gives them flexibility with how they deploy the rest of that group in coverage, Sean Murphy-Bunting can play inside and out for them and their two safeties Jordan Whitehead and rookie Antoine Winfield Jr. are completely interchangeable. I love seeing those two guys drive on routes in quarters coverage and no other team blitzes their safeties more than the Bucs.
Todd Bowles is one of the most aggressive defensive play-callers with his blitz packages, as he will attack on all three downs and really only stepped off the gas when playing New Orleans – and we saw how that worked out for them. Only Baltimore has blitzed on a higher percentage of snaps (42.3%). The Bucs are second in the league to the Steelers with 32 sacks and a pressure percentage of 27.6%, while also being tied with Pittsburgh for the league-lead with 17 takeaways. Per Football Outsiders, the Bucs have the best DVOA defensively (-22.0%) of any team in the league, and they are third in yards per play (4.9).
The issue for them and why they haven’t been even better is that they have been undisciplined at times. They are tied for second in the league with 604 yards off penalties and they have had three games of over 30 points allowed, to go with the six in which they gave up 20 or less. The one guy that has been targeted frequently with success in coverage is Jamel Dean, who has been highly susceptible to double moves.
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4. Baltimore Ravens

Coming off an NFL-best 14-2 season last year, all the Ravens did is bolster their defensive roster and while their offense has been sputtering in some spots, their season really only had one bad game versus Kansas City – which happens to many teams out there. Baltimore is now back to leading the league by allowing just 18.3 points per game and pretty much exactly half of their total have come in their three losses, while usually not letting opponents get started early, with a league-low 2.9 points in first quarters.
Unlike three teams I have ahead of them, for me the Ravens defense starts with the secondary. They two All-Pro level corners in Marlon Humphrey and Marcus Peters, while they found a way to bring back Jimmy Smith, who is still a high-quality starter and has been used more as a matchup piece and even at safety this season. Other than Jalen Ramsey, I don’t think I’d pick anybody other than Humphrey to build my defense around as far as the cornerback position is concerned. He has great length and speed to match physical X receivers, but works in the slot a whole lot against 11 personnel, he is big hitter and has become of the true specialists at knocking the ball loose, being tied for the league lead with four fumbles forced. While Peters has great anticipation but also studies route patterns and offensive tendencies at an extremely high level, which has made him the greatest ball-hawk since coming into the league five years ago.
And Baltimore might have the most underrated safety tandem out there, with last year’s breakout player on that unit in Chuck Clark, who can play deep but also match tight-ends and line up as a dime backer, and then Deshon Elliott, who is replacing Earl Thomas this season, and I have always liked since studying him at Texas. Every time I saw him in preseason he jumped off the screen and I thought he could turn into a quality starter, but missed most of his first two years in the league. Both of those guys are highly involved in the Ravens blitz packages and they have a lot of different responsibilities in coverage.
Because with Wink Martindale calling the shots, the Ravens have the most diverse pressure packages in the league and they have the highest blitz-rate of all 32 teams at 44.0 percent. This trend of putting seven people at the line of scrimmage, while I now of course the double A-gap pressure looks was already a common element of several teams, former DC Dean Pees and now Martindale have really taken this to a new level, and because the Ravens have guys that can hold up in man-coverage to go with great execution when they do bail out of those looks, they create a lot of problems for opposing teams. Only the Bears have allowed a lower percentage of third downs to be converted against them (33.6%) and the Ravens have also given away the least free yardage through penalties (298).
Up front, Brandon Williams is a rock for them in the middle of it all, while Derek Wolf can play anywhere from a 1- to a 5-technique and Calais Campbell can create issues along the front as well, with incredible length and power to never allow more than stalemates in the run game to go along with being an all-timer in the pass-rush department. Matt Judon may not be an elite-level pass-rusher, but he is a very complete outside backer, while Pernell McPhee is a man at the point of attack with experience of moving along the front and now with the trade for Yannick Ngakoue, they have a true speed ball off the edge, which none of those other guys are.
The inside linebackers are in a very favorable system in Baltimore, because they are usually kept clean by those big guys up front and get free on plenty of their cross-blitzes and loops. Rookie Patrick Queen has had some issues recognizing plays and been the subject of falling for eye-candy, but his closing burst has made him a frequent visitor in the backfield and he has been a magnet for the ball, with a couple of fumbles forced and recovered, including a long scoop-and-score. The Ravens just allowed 173 yards on the ground to the Patriots, but that had a lot to do with missing Campbell and L.J. Fort, as well as losing their big nose-tackle mid-game.
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5. Indianapolis Colts

The Colts defense had one elite players these two years prior with linebacker Darius Leonard, who has such easy athleticism and flies around the like the “Maniac” he is nicknamed as. I could talk forever about his ability to beat blockers to the spot, how much ground he can cover in the pass game and the fact he is the first guy I have seen have no issues spying on Lamar Jackson a couple of weeks ago. However, this offseason Indianapolis traded for another All-Pro level guy in defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, who might not have been looked at as one of the premiere players at his position in recent years, because he doesn’t put the kind of numbers that scream out to the casual fan, but I thought he was the best player on that dominant 49ers defense last season and could have been named Super Bowl MVP, if San Francisco had found a way to finish that game. DeFo is one of the most disruptive players in the game, whether it is blowing up run plays on early downs or overwhelming guards in passing situations.
While most people are familiar with names of veterans like Justin Houston and Xavier Rhoades, I want them to watch Grover Stewart and Denico Autry up front as well, who have been penetrators along that D-line all season long. And most importantly, I want to point out that rookie free safety Julian Blackmon has looked amazing so far. He has incredible range and I have always loved his football IQ, transitioning from corner for his senior year at Utah, but I didn’t expect his speed to be where it is now on a field with other pros. He is everything the Colts hoped Malik Hooker would be.
Let’s talk more about the scheme that they run, which is your classic 4-3 Over front in base with a 31 alignment by the defensive tackle, meaning the strongside D-tackle (mostly Buckner) lines up over the outside shoulder of the guard – determined by the tight-end – and they have a shade-nose on the opposite side of the center. That 3-technique is allowed to just fly upfield and wreak havoc, while the bigger D-tackle has to deal with more double-teams in the run game and is often taken off the field when they switch to nickel, to bring on fresh bodies. And then have of speed on the second level to shoot gaps and spill from the back-side. Right now the Colts are third in total rushing yards(826) and yards per attempt allowed (3.5), despite having already faced four of the six rushing offenses (Ravens, Browns, Vikings & Titans).
In terms of the pass game, they played a lot of soft cover-two zone, where they excelled at rallying to the ball, which still reflects in the numbers, as they missed by far the fewest tackles of any team in the league (35) and only the Steelers have allowed less yards after the catch (866). However, with the emergence of Rock Ya-Sin as a number one corner in the making and Xavier Rhoades having a resurgent season, to go with Blackmon giving them the ability to run single-high looks, they have transitioned to more of a cover-three match defense, where nickel Kenny Moore is asked to match a lot of routes from the slot and they can be more aggressive with press-bail technique on the outside. They still don’t blitz a lot, as only the Chargers and Raiders have done at a lower percentage of plays (19.4%), but because they can be more aggressive with forcing quarterbacks to make throws into tighter windows, they have been responsible for an NFL-low passer rating by opposing quarterbacks (78.9).
Give a lot of credit to defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, who came over in 2018 from Dallas to take over the 30th-ranked defense in yards and points allowed respectively, Since then the Colts have finished 10th, 18th and 4th in points allowed, while in 2019 not having Darius Leonard for multiple games among others and the final five games, where they were knocked out of the playoffs, pretty much after losing that first one, heavily influenced the final results. This season only three times have given up less points per game (19.7) and the Colts are tied for a league-low 4.8 yards allowed per play. However, playing against the two worst offenses in the NFL in the Jets and Bears, who combined for 18 points against Indy, certainly helps.
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6. Miami Dolphins

No defense has been more impressive since the end of the first quarter of the season than this group in South Beach. The Dolphins have allowed just 17.2 points over these last five games, while having faced the three NFC West teams not named Seattle and red-hot rookie quarterback Herbert, to go with a shutout of the lowly Jets. More importantly, they have forced ten turnovers over that stretch and scored two touchdowns themselves, to go along with directly setting up a couple of one-yard touchdowns for their offense, if you count in Andrew Van Ginkel’s blocked punt to start the game last week.
If you want to know how the Dolphins prioritize different positions, just look at where they allocate their ressources, as their two highest-paid players on their team are their starting outside corners Xavien Howard and Byron Jones, while they also spent a first-round pick on Noah Igbinoghene this past draft, who struggled when thrown in the fire as a boundary corner, as Jones missed some time early, but has shown some signs of growth, when they have deployed him more in the slot since then. Howard might be the best off-man corner in the whole league, while Jones is more of a size-speed specialist, who can match big X receivers. Eric Rowe is another extremely smart player, who is listed as their starting strong safety, but has no issues moving to the outside with tight-ends and keep his eyes on the quarterback even when he is matched up one-on-one, because he understands tendencies in combination with the blitzes they and when he can jump routes. He got a pick off Jared Goff in their dominant performance over the Rams and should have actually had another one just like it.
And very much like Flores is used to from his New England days, they have a lot of versatility up position, with old faces like Kyle Van Noy and Elandon Roberts to go along with Jerome Baker on the second level, where those guys look to smack running backs in the face when they are sent on blitzes. On the D-line, Miami really wants to put big bodies out there that don’t allow guys to climb up to the linebackers, with Raekwon Davis being a truly immovable object, while 2019 first-roudn pick Christian Wilkins provides more juice in a slanting front and Zach Sieler was quietly played over half the snaps as well. While on the edges, Emmanuel Ogbah is quietly near the top of the league with eight sacks (only three players have more) and is tied with Shaq Lawson for the team-lead with 14 quarterback hits.
I have said that the Ravens use the most diverse blitz packages in the league, but I don’t think any team has confused their opponents as much with their pressure looks as Brian Flores & his troops. They constantly create issues for protections schemes and force quarterbacks into turnovers or to pull the ball down, as they drop something underneath the hot read or get somebody to come off the edge unblocked. What they did to the Rams in their week eight matchup was absolutely criminal, getting two easy picks and a couple of strip-sacks off Jared Goff, who seemed completely oblivious to what was happening at times. I even did a video on it on my Instagram if you want to check it out, because I’m still astounded that a team won a game scoring 28 points, despite putting together less than 150 total yards of offense.
Brian Flores in combination with his defensive coordinator Josh Boyer and the rest of the staff have been absolutely killing it with their game-specific plans and how much they have mixed up the looks they show to keep offenses off balance. Despite their 1-3 start, they only half a percentage-point away from allowing the league’s lowest third-down success rate (33.9%) and even in matchups against Kyler Murray and Justin Herbert these last two weeks, they have found ways to create big plays with their defense. Tua and the offense have done a good job sustaining drives and not turning the ball over themselves, but this defense is the biggest reason they have now won five straight.
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7. Los Angeles Rams

That 23-16 win over the Seahawks this past Sunday I feel like really put the Rams on the map, as they got three turnovers off what was the early-season MVP Russell Wilson. However, they have been excellent pretty much all season long and that reflects itself in the numbers. L.A. is second behind only Baltimore with 18.7 points allowed per game and when you look it drive-wise, the Rams have allowed the fewest yards (27.32) and points (1.52) per offensive possession, while forcing three-and-outs on an NFL-high 26.8 percent of those possessions and being tied for first with Indianapolis for the lowest mark in yards per attempt (4.8). And they have surrendered the fewest touchdowns all season (15), while having taken the ball away just two times less (13).
When you look at the roster on paper, it looks like a lot of stars and scrubs, but they have performed really well as a group, executing at a higher level and hitting harder than they did a year ago I feel like. Of course it all starts with having best interior defensive lineman and cornerback in the game respectively. Aaron Donald is so damn good that we don’t even really talk about him anymore. He is only half a sack behind the league’s leader Myles Garrett in that category (9.0), while only Garrett and the Ravens’ Marlon Humphrey have forced more fumbles this season (three) and he Is top three in total pressures once again (26), whilst freeing up his teammates a lot. While Jalen Ramsey just put up a clinic against Seahawks superstar receiver D.K. Metcalf, who he travelled with for most of the game and really challenged, holding him to just two catches for 28 yards. When you look at his length, speed and the fact he won’t back down from anybody, he is one of maybe three true shutdown corners in the league. And he allows the Rams to put him in that one-on-one matchup for pretty much the entire day and run a lot of different coverages away from him.
However, there are plenty of unsung heroes, like Michael Brockers, who can dominate at the point of attack and has been a big reason they are a top-five run defense this season, while giving them flexibility along the front. Then there’s Leonard Floyd, who was labelled as a first-round bust his first four years with the Bears, but just received NFC Defensive Player of the Week, thanks to his three-sack performance against Seattle. He is top eight in sacks and total pressures this season, while not allowing runs to bounce out wide his way and also dropping out into some shallow areas. And how about cornerback Darious Williams, who just picked off Russ twice this past Sunday, once in the end-zone and another one on a beautiful job of undercutting an out-route by tight-end Greg Olsen? He already had two INTs before that.
Defensive coordinator Brandon Staley has been one of the more pleasant surprises of the season, as the Rams moved on from the legendary Wade Phillips for him and he has that unit playing at a higher level on a week-to-week basis, while Staley has a very energetic young staff around him. They are tied for third in the NFL with 31 sacks on the year and fifth in third-down percentage at 35.40%. Most impressive to me however, every other team in the league has pretty much given up twice as many points in second halves than the Rams, who has given given up a miniscule four points on average. As much as Sean McVay deserves credit for scheming receivers open with the play-action, how he has adapted his run schemes and the way he has kept defenses guessing all season, the Rams defense has clearly been the most consistent unit. The only thing I have to say is that they have already faced all four NFC East, in which games they gave up just 13.8 points on average. So that will definitely prop up your numbers.
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8. Kansas City Chiefs

When we think of the Chiefs, we think about Patrick Mahomes, Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce and that high-flying offensive attack. Mahomes right now is in the best position to win another league MVP trophy, nobody is scoring on a higher percentage of their offensive drives and they are second in the league in both yards and points amassed. However, the reason I have had them as clear Super Bowl favorite since they demolished the Ravens in Baltimore on that week three Monday Night is that they are a really complete team and since they lost their last game of 2019, when the Titans beat them on a game-winning touchdown drive late, their defense has played as well as any unit not named Pittsburgh you could argue.
After the Chiefs D held opponents to an average of just 11.5 points over their last six games of last year’s regular season and then making timely plays in their Super Bowl run, they have only given up more than 20 points twice this season. There are just five teams in the league have allowed less points this season (20.3 a game) and that is despite being ahead in many contests and just protecting the lead on several occasions. And like I already kind of mentioned, those numbers are heavily influenced by their 40-32 loss to the Raiders, when Derek Carr played the game of his life and a late touchdown was set up by Mahomes’ only interception of the season, all the way to their own 2-yard line, and then their last game against the Panthers, who tried to play keep-away early on, before that Chiefs offense forced them to step on the gas, and they also stole a possession on a big punt fake.
Early on last year, Kansas City was highly susceptible to the run game and that’s the formular people tried to use in order to keep that explosive offense on the sidelines and control games, but down the stretch they really improved in that area with Derrick Nnadi controlling the point of attack, and while they are closer to the bottom of the list in most of those categories, they faced three of the top seven rushing offenses early on and are starting to hit their stride again, with just 114.5 yards on the ground allowed on average since their lone loss of the season, at the hands of Las Vegas.
However, it’s when they get you into a game where you have to throw the ball that they can really frustrate you. When they have a healthy Bashaud Breeland, Chavarius Ward and Rashad Fenton in the lineup, they are not scared to be aggressive with their man-coverage and force you to beat them outside the numbers. Rookie L’Jarius Sneed actually played exceptionally well at the start of the year and should probably at least return for a playoff run, which only gives them more depth. Second-year safety Juan Thornhill gives them a rangy player on the back-end to allow Tyrann Mathieu to roam around freely on certain snaps and does everything at such a high level – cover tight-ends or slot receivers in man, blitz or at times technically being a robber, but just moving around all over the place depending on he sees. And the Chiefs use as many three-safety sets as any team in the league, with Daniel Sorensen playing 80 percent of the defensive snaps and having made some tremendous plays because of the smarts he possesses.
Only the Steelers, Bucs and Rams haven given up a lower passer rating on the season (81.4), even though Kansas City started the year versus Deshaun Watson, Justin Herbert and Lamar Jackson, plus they also went against Josh Allen later on – all top ten quarterbacks this season. And while Herbert had a tremendous debut that caught everybody off guard, including the defense that didn’t even know he would start until he ran out there, this is how things went for the other three guys – Deshaun and the Texans scored just seven points through more than three quarters, Lamar didn’t even throw for 100 yards despite being in catch-up mode for most of the game and the Josh Allen-led Bills were held to just over 200 yards of total offense.
Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo is one of the better game-planners when it comes to the defensive side of the ball. He is not afraid to sell out and stop what the opposing team does best, he is aggressive with his blitz packages in obvious passing situations to force quick decisions and he gives opposing quarterbacks a ton of different looks on the back-end. They can lock down receiving corps in man, but also play a lot of hybrid zone patterns, plus they have an elite pass-rush in Chris Jones with the third-most total pressures league-wide (27) and Frank Clark, who has created a lot of issues off the edge himself (13 combined hits and sacks). That combined with some free rushers Spags schemes up has the Chiefs fourth with a pressure percentage of 26.4 percent.
Kansas City’s one big issue has tackling, where they have missed 77 attempts on the season, which is sixth-most among all NFL teams. I don’t love their linebackers, even though they have shown up in some big games, but overall this unit is not quite as consistent as the ones of other teams in front of them I feel like, and that’s why they come in at number eight.
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9. New Orleans Saints

This is a group that I was kind of concerned early on in the season. After giving 71 combined points to the Raiders and Packers in consecutive losses to set them off to a 1-2 start, I had serious questions about the age and overall play in their secondary, while their pass-rush wasn’t really coming along yet either. And they allowed 29 and 27 points respectively to the Lions and Chargers the two following weeks. However, since coming off their week six bye, they have given up just 15.8 points a game, including a 38-3 blowout of their division rival Bucs, who only tagged on that late field-goal so they wouldn’t be completely shut out.
I feel like they have played a so much more physical brand of football these last few weeks and for them it really starts up front. While people have been able to throw on them at the start of the year, nobody has run on the Saints with major in the last two years pretty much. They are tied with their divisional rival Tampa Bay at an NFL-low 3.3 yards per rush allowed and they have also given less yards (691) and first downs on the ground than any other team in the league (38). And a big reason for that has been All-Pro linebacker Demario Davis coming downhill and blowing up ball-carriers for minimal yardage, and they are tied for fourth in the league with 50 tackles for loss on the season. David Onyemata at that shade nose position has been doing a lot of the dirty work as well.
New Orleans might have the best trio of defensive ends in the league, with Cam Jordan obviously leading the way, but Trey Hendrickson has been a monster with his team-leading 7.5 sacks and even now that former first-round pick Marcus Davenport is back from injury, who Hendrickson filled in for originally, they can just overwhelm blockers. When they get into nickel sets they put all three of those guys on the field together, because they all have inside-out flexibility and can bully offensive linemen in the run and pass game. Just go back and watch what they did to those two Bucs tackles a couple of weeks ago. When you combine that with isolating Demario Davis against running backs as a blitzer, who he absolutely blows up at times, they can wreak havoc on passing downs.
Really the secondary was the problem child through the early stages of the season, but they have picked things up big-time. And it’s really nothing that they have changed – their guys have played better. They still play a ton of man-coverage and even when they show split-safety looks, they bring one of those guys down as a robber or have him check the back coming out. I actually think when they run two-high shells is when they have issues, because their safeties tend to be too aggressive with jumping routes. I can just think to a 74-yard touchdown for D.J. Moore, who was wide open on a post route off a scissors concept, because Marcus Williams went with the slot receiver on a deep out. Marshon Lattimore has done a complete 180, highlighted by holding Mike Evans catch-less in this second matchup, and Chauncey Gardner-Johnson is really coming into his as one of the top slot defenders in the league. Opposing tight-ends had a lot of success early on against New Orleans, when the Saints matched Malcolm Jenkins up against them, but he has now held Jimmy Graham to two catches for 13 yards and Rob Gronkowski to one catch for two yards. Overall he has been responsible for 22.8 yards per game as the primary defender in coverage in his last five outings.
Dennis Allen returned to New Orleans in 2015, where he had already spent five years as an assistant, and coordinated a defense that finished last and second-to-last in points allowed during those high-flying years with Drew Brees, but as this team has transitioned to more of a run-game oriented approach with complementary play from the other side of the ball, the Saints D has been above-average in yards and points allowed each of the last four seasons. And a lot of that has to do with the staff Allen has put together around him, which includes some of the most highly respected assistants in their field. And we have seen them improve heavily in situational football, as they have allowed just 32.5 of third downs to be converted against them and opposing teams have scored just two touchdowns on six red-zone trips these last three weeks combined.
Thanks to the defense and return game, the Saints have the best starting position for their offensive drives in the league, just beyond their 33-yard line. Their one big issues more them – and it has improved recently as well – is penalties. When you look at yardage, it may not stand out as much, but they have given up a league-high 31 first downs through flags. That is unacceptable.
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2021 Draft V2

Draft order was from tankathon
1 - New York Jets - Trevor Lawrence, QB, Clemson - Jets are still winless? Yup. I think its pretty clear at this point that Darnold isnt the future and Trevor Lawrence is the best QB prospect since Andrew Luck. Honestly, it really doesnt matter what team picks here, because I'm near 100% sure Lawrence should go 1. Jets land themselves a franchise QB. Lets hope Adam Gase isnt around to ruin him as well.
2 - Jacksonville Jaguars - Justin Fields, QB, Ohio State - Losing is winning for Jacksonville right now, with both Minshew and Luton looking like capable near starters but neither being THE guy for the Jaguars. Those problems should be set to rest with the arrival of Justin Fields, however. Fields has been utterly electric this year for the Buckeyes and would be a nice shot in the arm for a Jacksonville passing attack that has been pretty poor this decade.
3 - Dallas Cowboys - Penei Sewell, OT, Oregon - The Great Wall of Dallas must be a distant memory at this point for the Cowboys, with the current line a shadow of its former self. Tyron Smith’s contract is also up soon getting older, and with Dak likely demanding a huge payday as well as Smith, C Tyler Biasdiaz and RT La’el Collins coming off injuries, there’s a lot of uncertainty around the Dallas OLine right now. Penei Sewell would go a long way of addressing those concerns. The best OT prospect to come out of college since Joe Thomas, Sewell would be an immediate starter on either side of the line, and should be a rock on either side of Dak.
4 - New York Giants - Ja’marr Chase, WR, LSU - This was a close one here. The Giants really need an inside linebacker and Darius Slayton has been a great player for them. But Jamarr Chase is just that good. And the rest of the Giants receivers outside of Slayton dont exactly inspire any confidence. Daniel Jones might or might not still be the Giants QB of the future, but Jamarr Chase should absolutely be their WR1 going forward.
5 - Washington Football Team - Trey Lance, QB, NDSU - Haskins is probably done. I dont foresee any sort of happy conclusion to his time in Washington, and thus Ron Riveria is probably going to look to install his own guy at QB, with Alex Smith obviously not having it and Kyle Allen having peaked at handing off to CMC. Trey Lance might not be a near finished product the top 2 QBs are, but he has gobs of potential and has a ceiling that might even surpass Fields or Lawrence. Will Trey Lance end up being Mahomes/Josh Allen or just another big armed bust? That’ll be up to the Washington coaching staff, but he’s a fantastic prospect for Washington to figure out.
6 - Chicago Bears (Via Los Angeles Chargers - Sends 1.16, 3.80, 2022 CHI 1st, 2022 CHI Second for 1.06, 2022 LAC 3rd) - Zach WIlson, QB, BYU - After watching that horrid display of the Chicago offense on Sunday, I think it's clear the Bears NEED a different QB if they want to win it all. They were anemic against a pretty horrid Titans defense and with 3 of the top 4 QB prospects off the board, the Bears bite the bullet. With an aging defense and their Super Bowl window closing fast, they jump up high to draft Zach Wilson. Wilson has been flying up the draft boards recently, torching defenses on his possible Heisman campaign. He’s got great mobility, especially when it comes to extending plays, and solid pocket presence. Most of all, there’s a bit of reckless brilliance that reminds me a little of guys like Stafford, Mahomes and Allen. Its a fine line to balance and Wilson does have his flaws - such as too much aggressiveness and concerns about his shoulder’s durability, but if the Bears can keep Allen Robinson, then I can foresee a very fruitful connection in the future between the two, as well as a chance for Wilson to be the best QB in Bears history (Yes, its that bad).
7 - Miami (Via Houston Texans) - Gregory Rousseau, EDGE, Miami - Miami’s pass rush wasnt as anemic as it was last year, but it certainly still isnt good. They need help there, and Rousseau could be the replacement they have been looking for ever since they lost Robert Quinn and Cam Wake. Rousseau is still very raw, but the potential here is sky high and his punch is elite. If he can develop his this repertoire some more, he could be as scary as someone like Chase Young, who he was able to keep up with in 2019.
8 - Cincinnati Bengals - Alex Leatherwood, OT/OG, Alabama - Parsons and Surtain are tempting here, but when you just drafted a franchise QB #1 overall, protecting him should be priority 1, 2, and 3, especially after how many hits Joe Burrow took to begin the year. The Bengals need line help everywhere, especially on the right side, and Leatherwood is a 4 year starter who can excel at both OT and OG. He should be an immediate upgrade to either Bobby Hart or Trey Hopkins/Alex Redmond/whoever the hell starts at RG for the Bengals and hopefully significantly improve the protection of Burrow.
9 - Carolina Panthers - Micah Parsons, LB, Penn State - Miach Parsons is a special linebacker, athletic, versatile, rangy and smart. He’s disruptive everywhere, and his ability to slip blocks and penetrate the offensive line definitely shows his background as a defensive end. Outside of perhaps not being the most consistent run defender, something that's barely an issue, the only flaws are nitpicky. There isnt much else to say about this pick. A year after losing Luke Kuechly, Carolina has their replacement.
10 - Atlanta Falcons - Patrick Surtain II, CB, Alabama - Pretty easy pick here. Surtain II is an elite cover corner in every way and should be a lock down guy day 1 for whatever team he starts on, which is a boon for the Falcons. With Matt Ryan and Julio Jones both aging and their title window almost nailed shut, Surtain II might be able to pry it open just enough to where the Falcons can go for one last shot at a ring.
11 - Detroit Lions - DeVonta Smith, WR, Alabama - There’s been a lot of rumblings about Kenny Golloday’s unhappiness in Detroit, and although I do think they ought to pay him, if they cant come to an agreement and franchise tag him, they’ll likely need a replacement. And thats not even mentioning both Marvin Jones Jr and Danny Amendola are also free agents at the end of this year. That makes WR a pretty big need for the Lions. Enter DeVonta Smith, who’s surpassed his teammate Waddle as the #2 WR on my big board. Any concerns he had last year are all gone now, especially with Waddle out. It’s been the DeVonta showdown at Alabama, punctuated with a 200+ yard 4 TD performance against Mississippi State. Smith has Charmin soft hands and fantastic route running, and most importantly, gets fantastic separation. He’s a bit thin at only 175, but his frame should fill out nicely once he gets to the NFL. Whether he’s the Lions new #1 or a #2, either way he should be an elite weapon for Stafford to play with.
12 - Minnesota Vikings - Wyatt Davis, OG, Ohio State - The Vikings OL has two possible building blocks of the future in Ezra Cleveland and Brian O’Neil as well as an OK starter in Garrett Bradbury, but that leaves two rather large holes on the offensive line. Dakota Dozier’s a free agent at the end of this year, Cleveland might end up moving to OT, Pat Eiflen hasnt shown much to be excited about and I think the only time Vikings fans want to see Dru Samia on the field is if he’s starting for the opponents. Wyatt Davis is the last of the truly elite prospects in this class, an elite guard prospect who will run over anyone in his way and a plug, play and forget guy from Day 1. Count this pick as killing 3 birds with one stone. Helping Cousins, helping Dalvin Cook and the run game, and protecting whoever the Vikings pick as the QB of the future.
13 - Jacksonville Jaguars (Via New England Patriots via San Francisco 49ers - Sends 1.22, 3.66 for 1.13) - Dillion Radunz, OT, NDSU - After drafting their QBOTF in Justin Fields, the Jaguars now need to protect him. And with so much draft capital on their hands, they part ways with some of it in order to move up and grab the last OT I could consider a possible day 1 starter, OT Dillion Radunz out of NDSU. There are some question marks about athleticism and competition level, but Radunz’s technique is elite, and his toughness is unquestionable. He should be a welcome addition to the Jaguars offensive line, and will provide solid protection for Fields.
14 - Denver Broncos - Shaun Wade, CB, Ohio State - From what Ive seen of the Broncos, Drew Lock has shown plenty of promise, and Garrett Bolles has actually been playing at a near elite level all season. That leaves one last problem for the Broncos, their secondary. Bryce Callahan has been fantastic all year and I've heard some praise for Michael Ojemudia, but AJ Bouye has been a disappointment, and that's when he’s on the field. Shaun Wade should be able to be that final piece in the Broncos secondary they need. It was close between Farley and Wade, but with the season the Broncos have had, Wade’s ability to stay on the field was the tiebreaker. Of course, that's only a bonus to Wade’s fantastic coverage ability, especially from the slot, and his run defense reminds me of Trae Waynes’s ability to stop the run at corner. With how complex NFL offenses are now, Wade’s ability to be both a slot and outside corner means he can follow a #1 WR wherever they go, which is surely should help him become an elite CB at the next level.
15 - San Francisco 49ers - Caleb Farley, CB, Virginia Tech - The 49ers have 0 total CBs under contract in 2022. Yes, ZERO. That makes CB a huge huge need for them. Fortunately, Caleb Farley has dropped into their laps. He’s an outstanding press corner, and mirrors opposing receivers so well that he might as well be running their routes. He’s long, physical, and impressively sticky, and should be an elite outside corner for the 49ers. Grabbing Farley would allow for the 49ers to more easily part ways with Sherman or Verrett, as the #1 CB spot should not be an issue for them anymore.
16 - Los Angeles Chargers (Via Chicago Bears) - Creed Humphrey, iOL, Oklahoma - Herbert looks like a franchise QB so far, so the Chargers look to fix the most glaring issue on their team, their offensive line. With plenty of experience in Oklahoma’s zone blocking scheme and having protected both Kyler Murray and Spencer Rattler, Humphrey should slot into the Charger’s ZBS scheme perfectly. Thats not even mentioning his football smarts or his leadership, both of which would be huge boons for the Chargers offense. Humphrey should be a centerpiece in the Chargers offensive line for years to come.
17 - Miami Dolphins (via Cleveland Browns - sends 1.21, 3.87 for 1.17, 4.114) - Jaylen Waddle, WR, Alabama - How can anyone pass up reuniting Tua and his old college buddy? Of course, Waddle isnt just Tua’s former WR. He’s an explosive receiver who shreds the turf just like his former teammate Henry Ruggs III, a player with a great catch radius and the ability to dart to the holes in coverages, and a great kick/punt returner. Adding a burner like Waddle who can stretch the field should only help Tua, Parker, Williams, and the rest of the Miami offense.
18 - Indianapolis Colts - Jaycee Horn, CB, - Xavier Rhodes has had a resurgence for the Colts, but it's hard to say how long that will last, and there have been issues with the other corners getting torched. Jaycee Horn should help with that problem. A physical aggressive corner who knows how to properly use his size as leverage against opposing WRs, Horn would benefit greatly from Rhodes, and could be a great compliment alongside him as well. You want to see him at his best? Watch his game against Auburn and think of the ceiling.
19 - Philadelphia Eagles - Tyson Campbell, CB, Georgia - The Eagles WR situation was looking dire, but thanks to the emergence of second year WR Travis Fulgham, they can look to shore up another issue. The Eagles secondary has been pretty terrible for a few years now, and they need to find a solid answer. Tyson Campbell has been excellent at Georgia. He’s a bit thin at 6-2 185, but possesses outstanding athleticism and has very loose hips as well as great agility, making him an extremely interesting prospect. He is a bit raw and would need some development, but if the Eagles can properly develop him, Campbell can be an island in the NFL.
20 - Arizona Cardinals - Jay Tufele, iDL, USC - The Cardinals passing defense is pretty terrible, and corner is a definite need. However, there’s more ways to improve a passing defense than just adding corners, and Tufele is too much value to pass up here for the Cardinals. Tufele can be a dominant force at 1 or 3T, with his explosiveness and powerful hands, which allows him to be utterly unblockable at times. And adding such an interior force would boost the Cardinals pass rush even more, which could also help improve their defense. If Tufele can become more consistent, there’s no good reason why the Cardinals defensive line can’t become one of the best in the NFL.
21 - Cleveland Browns (Via Miami Dolphins) - Kwity Paye, Michigan, EDGE -Myles Garrett is having a DPOY level season, but once again he’s missing someone disruptive on the opposite side of him. Oliver Vernon is gone soon, and Clayborn is no long term solution. They need to grab the compliment to Garrett, who although is a one-man wrecking ball, is still one man. Kwity Paye is a very strong power rusher who can uses his bull rush well to set the LOS. He’s a tank with fantastic explosiveness and a pretty high ceiling, and his ability to cause problems against the opposing offensive line should be welcome on the Browns defense.
22 - New England Patriots (Via Jacksonville Jaguars via Los Angeles Rams) - Kyle Pitts, TE, Florida - TEs and the Patriots, name a more iconic duo. BB cant ignore BPA here any longer, and grabs the stud TE out of Florida in Kyle Pitts. He isnt in the same mold as the traditionally favored type the Patriots like, but he’s at least a willing blocker and can be coached up in that area. More importantly, He’s an extremely versatile weapon in the way that most modern TEs are with fantastic routes, soft hands, a huge catch radius and an excellent understanding of how to beat zone, able to line up all over and cause issues for the opposing defense. With the receiving corps is more barren than the Sahara, especially thanks to some brutal misses at WR Cough N’Keal Harry Cough, Pitts should be a great weapon for BB to play around with, and can carry the mantle of excellent Patriots tight ends that have been held by Gronkowski, Hernandez and Coates.
23 - Las Vegas Raiders - Azeez Ojulari, EDGE, Georgia - The Raiders EDGE corps isnt barren the way it was two years ago, but Maxx Crosby hasnt lived up to the hype he had after a stellar rookie season, and although Clelin Ferrell is an elite run defender, he’s nowhere near as good of a pass rusher. They need to add someone who can GET after the QB, and although there are better EDGEs left, I think Ojulari is the best pure pass rusher on the board. He’s got fantastic hand usage and his low center of gravity lets him bend the corner through contact really well. There’s some work to be done on run defense, but Ojulari does give me flashes of Ngakoue at times, and his versatility would allow for Ferrell to slide inside and be a mismatch there. This might be a little high on his currently, but I dont think Ojulari is someone who will end up rising on draft boards in the future
24 - Baltimore Ravens (Via Tennessee Titans - sends 1.27, 4.112 for 1.24) - Trey Smith, OG, Tennessee - With the retirement of Marshall Yanda, the Ravens have had a huge hole at LG that they still haven't been able to fill. And with their offense becoming more and more run heavy due to the addition of JK Dobbins and Lamar Jackson’s rushing abilities, one guy came to mind here. Trey Smith, the OG out of Tennessee, seemed like the natural fit. Smith is an absolute road grader in the run game, absolutely flattening whatever defensive players who are unfortunately enough to get into his way. He’s solid enough in pass protection, but more importantly, his fantastic run blocking paired alongside Orlando Brown Jr should lend itself to an absolutely terrifying run game from the Ravens.
25 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Samuel Cosmi, OT, Texas - The Buccaneers OL was absolutely dominated by the Saints, and Donovan Smith really isnt the answer at LT. osmi is an intriguing prospect with tons of athleticism and excellent smarts, someone who wins via brains and technique rather than pure brawn. With enough practice and proper coaching, Cosmi and Wirfs can be excellent bookends for the Buccaneers in the future.
26 - New York Jets (Via Seattle Seahawks) - Rashod Bateman, WR, Minnesota - Trevor Lawrence is now in New York, but he needs weapons if they want him to succeed. Denzel Mims is still a prospect, and although Jamison Crowder has been good, I dont think he’s anyone’s idea of a #1 WR. Thats why Ive got New York picking Bateman. Bateman’s a big play machine, someone who not only runs great routes, but gobbles up YAC once he has the ball. He should be a fantastic addition to the Jets offense, as a reliable target for Lawrence, and could build a fantastic rapport with him.
27 - Tennessee Titans (Via Baltimore Ravens) - Joseph Ossai, EDGE, Texas - The Titans went up against a Bengals Oline that was starting 3rd stringers and recorded 0 sacks. Thats all I need to say about how terrible the Titans pass rush is. Landry is still pretty promising, but at this point Clowney is neither an answer to the pass rush woes nor is he likely staying long term in Tennessee, and Derick Roberson has had 1 good game against a terrible Bears OL. Joseph Ossai could be the answer here, though. A quick trigger pass rusher who has plenty of room for improvement, Ossai presents a tantalizing option for Tennessee as someone who has the ability to become a very dominant pass rusher. He’d be a great fit in the Titans hybrid defense, and could grow into a cornerstone alongside Simmons and Landry on the DL.
28 - Buffalo Bills - Josh Myers, iOL, Ohio State - The Bills have been carried by the brilliance of Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs, and the pass attack, but the rushing attack has been terrible this year, ranking in the bottom third. Replacing one of their iOL with Josh Myers is a good first step to fixing that issue. Myers is a very mobile iOL who is a great anchor and provides stability in both the pass and run game. He was an integral part of helping JK Dobbins dominate at Ohio State, and would hopefully allow the flagging run game to pick up potency once again, as well as being a stalwart on the line.
29 - Green Bay Packers - Terrace Marshall Jr, WR, LSU - Davante Adams might be the best WR in the league, but there’s a reason why he gets so many targets from Aaron Rodgers. The rest of the Packers WR corps doesnt inspire that much confidence. Not to mention that the talent is too much here to pass up. Marshall has been fantastic at LSU with Chase out - which is more impressive with how bad LSU has been, and he’s got all the physical traits to be an elite WR. He rarely gets caught in press coverage and with his ball skills and frame, excels in contested catch situations. He’ll be a fantastic addition alongside Adams for the Packers offense, as someone who is good enough to be a WR#1 himself, someone who should be a complete mismatch going against CB2s.
30 - Kansas City Chiefs - Dylan Moses, LB, Alabama - The Chiefs overall have been elite once again this year, but there’s one clear flaw in their team, the run defense, which ranks in the bottom 5 in the league. Good thing Dylan Moses is available here. He’s an elite athlete with plenty of range and can hit like a truck. He also knows when to wrap up and is generally a sure tackler, which is a rather underappreciated trait. He does need to improve his ability to diagnose plays and shed blocks, but overall, he’s a force at ILB, and would greatly help out Chiefs ailing run defense.
31 - Carolina Panthers (via New Orleans Saints - sends 2.42, 4.106, 2022 3rd for 1.31) - Kyle Trask, QB, Florida - Teddy Bridgewater is a good stopgap, but the Panthers need a long term solution at QB if they dont want to waste CMC’s career. So, they trade up for Kyle Trask in a move reminiscent of the Ravens trade for Lamar Jackson in 2018 to secure the 5th year option. Trask is still very raw, but he’s been excellent at Florida, and has especially excellent in short routes and RPO plays. He’s also quite good at extending plays, and his ability to manipulate the defense with his eyes is very advanced. With CMC as a safety valve, Trask should be able to be a very nice fit for Joe Brady’s offense, which has excelled with Bridgewater and Burrow, both of whom are very accurate passers the same way Trask is.
32 - Pittsburgh Steelers - Travis Etienne, RB, Clemson - The Steelers dont have a ton of needs, and OT is probably the safest pick here, but James Conner is an FA after this year and there are questions if the Steelers should pay him big money. Travis Etienne is also the best RB in the class and easily BPA here. Etienne is an elite RB, who can break off huge chunks of yardage at a time and rip defenses apart with his burst. He’s also improved his catching ability to where he can be a every down RB. With Pittsburgh still a SB contender for the near future and possibly question marks on James Connor’s future, Etienne seems like a great fit here to both replace Connor’s production and keep Pittsburgh in title contention for the near future.
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