No. 1 Bengals: Joe Burrow, QB, LSU
This pick is a no-brainer for Cincy. With Andy Dalton’s time in Cincy edging towards the end, the Bengals select Joe Burrow, the remarkable quarterback out of LSU. Joe Burrow recently won the Heisman and this pick is obvious for Mike Brown. Comparable to Steve Young.
No. 2 Redskins: Chase Young, DE, Ohio State
With the porous Redskins defense continuing to exceed our low expectations we can all tell this team needs a game-wrecking presence and that presence comes on the defensive line. Chase Young, easily the best player in this class is heading to D.C. Comparable to Nick Bosa or Joey Bosa.
No. 3 Lions: Derrick Brown, IDL, Auburn
Although Detroit can go many ways with this high pick, I see them seeking to solidify their defensive line with Derrick Brown. Brown carries a great combination of skills including a fast break off the line of scrimmage, outstanding strength, and phenomenal pass rush moves. He can pair well with Damon ‘Snacks’ Harrison and Trey Flowers. Good value pick for the Lions. Comparable to Cameron Heyward.
No. 4 Giants: Jeffrey Okudah, DB, Ohio State
The lockdown corner from Ohio State will be the second Ohio State defensive player taken off the board in the top 5. Okudah carries similarities close to Marshon Lattimore. Okudah has some good potential to ultimately turn into the Lattimore stud we watch in the NFL today. Okudah has good ball skills and always finds a way to break up passes. Okudah is no doubt the best corner in this class. With the Janoris Jenkins incident that resulted in the release of the veteran, the Giants bring in a shutdown corner to help solidify their young secondary. Welcome to the Big Apple Jeff Okudah. Comparable to Marshon Lattimore.
No. 5 Dolphins: Justin Herbert, QB, Oregon
Here, Miami takes the Oregon native in Justin Herbert. Miami would’ve taken Tua if he could avoid his injury prone status. Unfortunately, Tua cannot avoid those injury woes, leading the ‘Fins to take Herbert. Herbert’s arm talent gives coaches a lot to work with as it is the best in this class. In this pick, Miami finds their franchise quarterback of the future as Fitzpatrick will most likely pack his bags for yet another NFL team and Josh Rosen’s sought over potential is now more bust potential than star potential. Comparable to Patrick Mahomes.
No. 6 Jaguars: Jerry Jeudy, WR, Alabama
This pick is a must for the Jags. With them heavily overpaying Nick Foles and only seeing average flashes out of Gardner Minshew, the Jags don’t take a QB here, instead they go ahead and see if they can help their QB’s with a flashy playmaker in Jerry Jeudy. With the fans in Jacksonville becoming annoyed with the instability of the organization and the struggle to improve, they bring in a ticket-seller in Jeudy to help their struggling offense and subpar quarterbacks. Comparable to Amari Cooper.
No. 7 Chargers: Andrew Thomas, OL, Georgia
The Chargers offensive line needs some serious help. Philip Rivers has been sacked 31 times this year. The Chargers shouldn’t be very proud of that stat. Here, they take the best offensive lineman in this class. Andrew Thomas fell right into their lap after six teams passed on the stud blocker. Andrew Thomas is a great run and pass blocker. With Rivers likely departing from Los Angeles, the Chargers are hoping to protect either Tyrod Taylor or another QB option. Comparable to Taylor Lewan.
No. 8 Panthers: AJ Epenesa, DE, Iowa
The Panthers select another edge rusher in consecutive drafts. Epenesa is probably the second best pass rusher in this draft. Based on how he played this month, Epenesa is slowly rising up draft boards. He’s no Chase Young, but he still is a good-caliber player. Here the Panthers get a young pass-rushing duo in Epenesa and Burns. This year he has 9 sacks and 3 forced fumbles for Iowa. Comparable to Olivier Vernon.
No. 9 Cardinals: Tristan Wirfs, OL, Iowa
This pick is almost certain considering Thomas surely shouldn’t be falling to eight. So now, the Cards take the second best tackle in this class in Tristan Wirfs from Iowa. Kyler Murray, one of the more mobile quarterbacks has been sacked a league high forty-seven times. With this pick, the Cards add protection for Kyler Murray in Kliff Kingsbury’s high-flying, exciting offense. With the protection of Murray, this gives the Cardinals offense more possibilities to help Murray’s ability to extend plays. Comparable to Brandon Scherff.
No. 10 Jets: Jedrick Wills Jr., OL, Alabama
Assuming Le’Veon Bell is back with the Jets next year they need some exterior help to not only protect their developing quarterback in Sam Darnold, but to open up holes for Le’Veon Bell. The holes Wills will open for this Jets offense will open more dimensions for Adam Gase to choose from as this can give Darnold more time to throw and give Bell more space to run through. Comparable to La’el Collins.
No. 11 Broncos: CeeDee Lamb, WR, Oklahoma
In this pick, the Broncos find a big playmaker in CeeDee Lamb to pair with the underrated Courtland Sutton. Lamb is on the taller side at 6”2. He also carries great speed along with his valuable height. With two deep threats in Sutton and Lamb and the big arm QB in Lock, this pick can make this Denver passing attack a good one. The Broncos now sell tickets and John Elway helps out the only somewhat competent quarterback he’s ever drafted. Comparable to Courtland Sutton.
No. 12 Browns: Isaiah Simmons, LB, Clemson
Here, the hyped up Browns get the most versatile player in this class. Simmons can line up on the edge, as a linebacker, and a safety. The Browns get a sure tackler and a good cover player that does well against tight ends. With Morgan Burnett not getting younger and tearing his achilles, Cleveland fills their safety void with this young stud out of Clemson. Comparable to Landon Collins.
No. 13 Falcons: Javon Kinlaw, IDL, South Carolina
With this pick, the Falcons take Javon Kinlaw out of South Carolina. Kinlaw is easily the second most talented interior defensive lineman in this draft behind Derrick Brown. Kinlaw will bring great strength to this Falcons line. The pairing of Kinlaw with Grady Jarrett should frighten all NFC South offenses. The Falcons get a step closer to establishing their defensive line. Comparable to Grady Jarrett.
No. 14 Raiders: Henry Ruggs III, WR, Alabama
Clearly, the Raiders need to add a stud receiver to their lackluster group including Tyrell Williams and Zay Jones. Well, Ruggs fits the bill. Ruggs measures at an average 6”0. Like CeeDee Lamb, Ruggs brings great speed. Ruggs is also a good option in the return game as he performs those duties at Alabama. Giving Derek Carr a good weapon is a priority if the top tier quarterbacks are off the board. Comparable to Julian Edelman.
No. 15 Cowboys: Grant Delpit, DB, LSU
With this pick, the Cowboys grab a much needed game-changing safety to anchor their secondary including good corners. Delpit is a freak standing at 6”3 and 203 pounds. He carries athletic abilities and can really solidify this Cowboys defense. After barely missing on a blockbuster Jamal Adams deal that commanded too much of the Cowboys to give, they get Delpit from LSU. Comparable to Sean Taylor.
No. 16 Colts: Yetur Gross-Matos, DE, Penn State
This selection makes the most sense for the Colts. The Colts pass rush isn’t getting any younger with Jabaal Sheard and Justin Houston and Colts GM Chris Ballard loves athletes like Gross-Matos. He stands at 6”5 and 252 pounds, yes, he’s a freak of a football player. Overall, the Colts add needed youth to their pass rush and Gross-Matos fits the Colts athletic likings and adds that youth to the Colts defense. Comparable to Jason Pierre-Paul.
No. 17 Buccaneers: Alex Leatherwood, OL, Alabama
The tackle opposite Jedrick Wills Jr. Is now off the board to the Bucs. It seems likely Jameis Winston will be taking snaps for Tampa next season and he’s been sacked a whole lot this year. Alex Leatherwood will now take over for the aging Demar Dotson and help protect Winston. Maybe giving Winston more time to throw will limit Winston’s turnovers and Arians is growing frustrated trying to find ways to do that. Here’s an idea, Alex Leatherwood.
No. 18 Raiders: Kristian Fulton, DB, LSU
With Las Vegas’ best corner possibly departing in Daryl Worley, the Raiders need a replacement in their secondary and even if Worley stays the Raiders need improvements in their secondary as is. So they grab Kristian Fulton out of LSU. Fulton carries game-changing abilities and ball skills, although, he needs to be more physical at the line of scrimmage at times. Him and Jonathan Abram would be a young safety and cornerback combination.
No. 19 Dolphins: D’Andre Swift, RB, Georgia
With Justin Herbert starting at QB, he’s going to need some weapons. What better than the best running back in this year’s class, D’Andre Swift. With Kenyan Drake now on the Cardinals, the Dolphins are in a desperate need of a competent RB. Swift will be a nice weapon for Herbert and Brian Flores to utilize as he’s very well-rounded. Comparable to Dalvin Cook.
No. 20 Jaguars: Kenneth Murray, LB, Oklahoma
With this pick, the Jags find a LB to pair with Myles Jack. Talent wise, Dylan Moses is the better pick, but Jacksonville avoids the Alabama product who is coming off an ACL tear. Instead, they take the next best linebacker in Kenneth Murray out of Oklahoma. Murray is a patient player who shows sideline to sideline speed and is very athletic. He just lacks play strength. Although his motor and intelligence speak for themself. Jacksonville now has a scary linebacking core including Jack and Murray. Comparable to Leighton Vander Esch.
No. 21 Eagles: Trevon Diggs, DB, Alabama
With this pick, Philly helps out their inconsistent secondary. If Jalen Mills and Sidney Jones keep Amari Cooper in check one week, but then can’t keep the Giants 5th round receiver, Darius Slayton under 150 yards in one half of play, you need help. So the Eagles take Trevon Diggs the top tier corner out of ‘Bama. Yes, he is Stefon Diggs’ brother. This pick turns out to be a great pick for the Eagles. Comparable to a ‘less than’ Minkah Fitzpatrick.
No. 22 Titans: Terrell Lewis, DE, Alabama
This pick is a must for the Titans. They need a player to replace the aging Cameron Wake who didn’t even play this year and the monstrous freak in Terrell Lewis is a great replacement. Lewis brings a height of 6”5 and weight of 254 pounds to the table. Tennessee now brings a great rusher to pair with a young rusher in Harold Landry. Comparable to Montez Sweat.
No. 23 Bills: Laviska Shenault Jr., WR, Colorado
Josh Allen and the Bills have had little receiving talent over the years. This year they brought in some with Cole Beasley and John Brown who have been good but not great. They also lack size. So bringing in Laviska Shenault Jr. is a huge pickup considering his size at 6”2. With this pick they Bills add much needed size and playmaking to their receiving core. This core is now a good one for Sean McDermott and Josh Allen to work with. Comparable to Brandon Marshall.
No. 24 Vikings: CJ Henderson, DB, Florida
With Xavier Rhodes declining and Trae Waynes set to hit the open market, the Vikes definitely need a good corner. After missing out on getting a second Diggs in Trevon Diggs, they take CJ Henderson out of Florida. Although Henderson’s best year was last year, he’s still been productive. So in this pick the Vikes take a corner that will probably be the heir to the declining Xavier Rhodes. They also need another option to replace Trae Waynes. Comparable to a ‘better than’ Trae Waynes.
No. 25 Dolphins: Austin Jackson, OL, USC
With D’Andre Swift and Justin Herbert being the ‘Fins future backfield, who’s going to protect them? Good question. Austin Jackson out of USC. No defense? Yes. The offensive line of this Dolphins team is among the worst and there’s always the second round, so Austin Jackson is a Dolphin. Comparable to a ‘young’ Donald Penn.
No. 26 Chiefs: Xavier McKinney, DB, Alabama
With the loss of Eric Murray and Eric Berry last year, the Chiefs are seeking more secondary help. Last year Kansas City nabbed Juan Thornhill in the second round. To pair with Thornhill, the Chiefs add Xavier McKinney. McKinney has good reactions in coverage but can sometimes be too aggressive and get burnt. Overall, Chiefs now have a good, young pairing at safety. Comparable to Tyrann Mathieu.
No. 27 Seahawks: Tyler Biadasz, IOL, Wisconsin
Every year, EVERY YEAR, the Seahawks need to protect Russell Wilson, but they put that aside and draft other players like L.J. Collier and Rashaad Penny who haven’t panned out. But finally, they draft a quality lineman in Tyler Biadasz to protect Russell Wilson. Good pick by the ‘Hawks to further their ‘attempt’ to establish the line. Comparable to Alex Mack.
No. 28 Packers: Tee Higgins, WR, Clemson
If the Packers are going to put QB aside and keep Aaron Rodgers, he needs receiving options besides Davante Adams. Marquez-Valdes Scantling is not going to cut it. So the Packs go out and get Rodgers a clone of Adams in Tee Higgins. Like Adams, Higgins uses his route running ability and size to create separation and get open. Now, Aaron Rodgers has more than one offensive weapon. Comparable to Davante Adams.
No. 29 Patriots: Tua Tagovailoa, QB, Alabama
This may seem a long shot, but after teams pass on Tua due to his injury status, the Patriots nag Tom Brady’s heir in the Alabama product. If Tua avoided his hip injury he’d easily be a top five pick, but that’s not the case. Now Tua drops to twenty-nine and Tom Brady’s heir is sitting pretty. Waiting. Comparable to ‘taller’ Russell Wilson.
No. 30 Saints: Jalen Reagor, WR, TCU
Basically, the Saints are in the same situation as the Packers. If Drew Brees is going to stay in New Orleans, he needs other options than just Michael Thomas. So the Saints go out and get Jalen Reagor. Reagor has great ball tracking ability and body control. Reagor also possesses great agility on his routes. Whoever is throwing to the both of them, whether it’s Brees, Bridgewater, anybody, they’ll have some nice weapons to work with. Comparable to DeSean Jackson.
No. 31 49ers: Shaun Wade, DB, Ohio State
With Jimmie Ward and Jaquiski Tartt being slightly above average at best, the Niners take Shaun Wade who can play both corner and safety. Shaun Wade can add depth and start if called upon. This pick is good value for the Niners as they definitely could use more depth in their secondary. Wade’s size would make you think he’d only line up outside, but he’s played slot, outside corner, and safety and done well in all spots. Comparable to Marcus Peters.
No. 32 Ravens: Dylan Moses, LB, Alabama
Moses is a big question heading into the draft, he could be a third round steal or a first round question. He’s a top linebacker in this class but many teams will skip on him because he’s coming off of an ACL tear. Talent wise great player though. Patrick Onwuasor will be a free agent and the Ravens need inside linebackers and Moses brings a good skill set to play that position. Comparable to Ryan Shazier.
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