The NFL Draft is less than two weeks and, thanks to COVID-19, there are no Pro Days to observe. While some players are performing their own isolated workouts, by and large, there will be no new information about these prospects between now and the NFL Draft. Based on everything the scouting community knows, let’s take a look at a three-round mock draft and see how the event could transpire. Note that this NFL mock draft does not include trades due to the obvious issues of trying to simultaneously think like the general manager of two separate organizations.<\/p>\n
No need to overthink this. Joe Burrow is the best quarterback in the class and a worthy choice for the first-overall pick.<\/p>\n
If\u00a0Tua Tagovailoa<\/strong> didn’t carry such a big medical risk, then perhaps the Redskins would take him here. However, considering his lengthy injury history, it’s probably best for Washington to take the best player on the board. That player is\u00a0Chase Young<\/strong>, who has a genuine chance to develop into one of the pass all-around edge defenders in football.<\/p>\n With\u00a0Darius Slay<\/a><\/strong> out of town, the Detroit Lions need to improve their coverage unit. Getting the best cornerback in the class is a good place to start, and offseason additions like\u00a0Duron Harmon<\/a><\/strong> and\u00a0Jamie Collins<\/a><\/strong> should help bring this unit up to a league-average level.<\/p>\n Nate Solder<\/a><\/strong> is still in New York, but that shouldn’t stop the Giants from taking the best tackle on the board. For me, that’s\u00a0Tristian Wirfs<\/strong>. While slightly undersized, Wirfs has the athleticism to play tackle at a high level and should be able to start right out of the gate. Even if he doesn’t work out at tackle, he should be able to move inside and be one of the best guards in football.<\/p>\n The Miami Dolphins get their ever-elusive quarterback of the future. While the health concerns are very real with Tagovailoa, the Alabama product was one of the best in college football when on the field. He may not have a superstar ceiling, but he should be a solid starter for the majority of his career. For Miami, this is a no-brainer of a pick.<\/p>\n Tyrod Taylor<\/a><\/strong> is a fine bridge quarterback, but he’s definitely not the long-term answer under center.\u00a0Justin Herbert\u00a0<\/strong>provides genuine hope for the future, while Taylor’s presence allows the Chargers to develop Herbert at their own rate. He’ll wind up in the starting lineup sooner or later, but there won’t be any pressure to put him under center before he’s ready.<\/p>\n Calling\u00a0Isaiah Simmons<\/strong> a linebacker is insulting to everything he can do on the football field. Simmons is a genuine freak of nature, capable of playing safety, linebacker, and edge defender at a high level. A smart defensive coordinator could give him Defensive Player of the Year upside, and his presence will be a welcome addition to a team that just lost their defensive leader in Luke Kuechly<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n What a difference a few years makes. The Cardinals appear to have their quarterback of the future in\u00a0Kyler Murray<\/a><\/strong>, acquired a superstar in\u00a0DeAndre Hopkins<\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>and now solidify their offensive line with Andrew Thomas. Thomas is probably the most polished of the top four offensive tackles in the class and should be able to provide immediate support to Arizona’s subpar offensive line.<\/p>\n Gardner<\/strong> Minshew<\/strong> may or may not be the long-term answer under center, but the Jaguars need to do all they can to figure out if he really is “the guy”. Outside of\u00a0D.J. Chark<\/strong>, Jacksonville doesn’t have a reliable weapon in the passing game. That all changes with Jeudy, who was one of the most reliable and dangerous receivers in all of college football. Chark and Jeudy have the potential to be one of the better receiving duos in the league and should make life easier for Minshew.<\/p>\n The Cleveland Browns addressed part of their offensive line woes by signing\u00a0Taylor Lewan<\/a><\/strong>, and they fix the other spot with the addition of\u00a0Jedrick Wills<\/strong>. The Browns took an unexpected step back in 2019, but they should be much better in 2020. If\u00a0Baker Mayfield<\/a><\/strong> can’t make it work with this offensive line,\u00a0Odell Beckham<\/a><\/strong>,\u00a0Jarvis Landry<\/a><\/strong>, and\u00a0Austin Hooper<\/a><\/strong>, then it might be time to look for a new answer under center.<\/p>\n Sam Darnold<\/a><\/strong> hasn’t had much help through his first two NFL seasons, and he just lost his best wide receiver to free agency. The Jets need to figure out if Darnold can be their guy, and that starts with getting him one of the most well-rounded receivers in college football.\u00a0Ceedee Lamb<\/strong> can do a little bit of everything and should be a welcome addition to New York’s passing attack.<\/p>\n The Las Vegas Raiders solidify their secondary by taking the best cornerback left on the board. While some question C.J. Henderson’s willingness to play the run, nobody can deny his ability in coverage. The Florida product has the ability to play both sides of the field and function in a wide variety of schemes. In a league where coverage has never been more important, Henderson could help bring the Raiders back into playoff contention.<\/p>\n In this NFL mock draft, the 49ers use the pick acquired in the\u00a0Arik Armstead<\/a><\/strong> trade to effectively draft his replacement. While Brown might not have the highest pass-rushing ceiling, the big-bodied interior defender is second to none in the run game. He has the size to take on double teams and is basically immovable in the trenches. He might not be quite as good as Armstead, but he can provide 80% of the production at a fraction of the cost.<\/p>\n When your quarterback is entering his age-43 season, you should do everything in your power to make sure he stays upright.\u00a0Tom Brady<\/a><\/strong> has managed to hold off Father Time for this long, but Beckton should provide some additional security. The rawest of the top four tackle prospects, Beckton carries the highest ceiling and could develop into an All-Pro type of player if everything breaks right. Adding Beckton to an already-solid offensive line should give Brady all the time he needs to find Mike Evans<\/a>, Chris Godwin<\/a><\/strong>, and company.<\/p>\n Courtland<\/strong> Sutton<\/strong> is a stud, but the Broncos need to find somebody that can line up opposite him.\u00a0Drew Lock<\/a> <\/strong>showed some promise during his rookie season and adding a dynamic playmaker like Henry Ruggs<\/strong> should only increase his odds of NFL success. Ruggs has unmatched speed combined with the potential to score every time he touches the ball. These two have the potential to form a top-five receiver duo in the NFL.<\/p>\n The Falcons desperately need help on defense, especially when it comes to getting after the quarterback.\u00a0Vic Beasley<\/a><\/strong> was an active liability for most of the past two seasons, and nobody was good enough to consistently keep him off the field. Chaisson is a fantastic athlete with incredible upside, although he’ll need to work on his consistency at the next level.<\/p>\n The Cowboys don’t particularly need another interior lineman, but the talent is too good to pass up. Kinlaw is a solid run defender with some true promise as a pass rusher. Combining him with\u00a0Demarcus Lawrence<\/strong> and Gerald McCoy<\/a><\/strong> should give Dallas one of the best defensive lines in the league. The Cowboys still need help in the secondary but might be able to mask their cornerback issues with a ferocious pass rush.<\/p>\n Brian Flores<\/strong> comes from the\u00a0Bill Belichick\u00a0<\/strong>coaching tree and is probably salivating at the idea of drafting someone as versatile as\u00a0Xavier McKinney<\/strong>. The Alabama product has the skillset to play slot cornerback, box safety, and free safety in the NFL, and all at a high level. If everything breaks right, he could be what\u00a0Minkah Fitzpatrick<\/a><\/strong> was supposed to be for the Dolphins.<\/p>\n The Raiders have a great tight end in\u00a0Darren Waller<\/a><\/strong> and an intriguing slot receiver in\u00a0Hunter Renfrow<\/a><\/strong>. These are the building blocks for a good offense, but adding a guy like\u00a0Denzel Mims<\/strong> takes the unit to another level. Mims has prototypical size and speed for the position and has the raw athleticism to develop into a star. Mims didn’t run a full route tree at Baylor, but that could have been due to their relatively stale offense.<\/p>\n In this NFL mock, the Jacksonville Jaguars use their first pick acquired in the Jalen Ramsey<\/a><\/strong> trade to draft his immediate successor.\u00a0Kristian Fulton\u00a0<\/strong>probably won’t ever play at the same level as 2017 Jalen Ramsey, but he should be an above-average starter capable of holding down his side of the field. The defensive rebuild has to start somewhere, and getting a talented defender like Fulton is a good place to start.<\/p>\n Carson Wentz<\/a><\/strong> needs some help, and\u00a0Justin Jefferson<\/strong> is a perfect fit for Philadelphia’s offense and Wentz’ preferred style of play. A larger receiver, Jefferson can immediately start in the slot while using his large catch radius, ball skills, and reliable hands to serve as Wentz’ security blanket. Between Jefferson,\u00a0Zach Ertz<\/a><\/strong>, and\u00a0Dallas Goedert<\/a><\/strong>, this offense should have all the tools it needs to return to Super Bowl contention.<\/p>\n With\u00a0Stefon Diggs<\/a><\/strong> out of town, the Minnesota Vikings need to find another receiver to start opposite\u00a0Adam Theilen<\/strong>. Fortunately, this is a deep receiver class and the Vikings are able to get a genuine stud with the 22nd overall pick. Jalen Reagor is one of the most explosive, well-rounded receivers in this class and should play a considerable role in the offense from Day 1. While Reagor didn’t have the best numbers during his senior year, that blame can be entirely placed on his atrocious quarterback situation. This guy is an absolute stud.<\/p>\n Safety isn’t an immediate need for the Patriots, but\u00a0Bill Belichick<\/strong> typically addresses his needs before they become readily apparent.\u00a0Devin McCourty<\/a><\/strong> and\u00a0Patrick Chung<\/a><\/strong> are both on the wrong side of 30, and Belichick loves having athletic safeties that can do multiple things. Delpit thrives all over the field and should be a fixture in New England’s secondary for years to come.<\/p>\n The New Orleans Saints continue to bolster their defense with the selection of linebacker\u00a0Kenneth Murray.\u00a0<\/strong>Murray is a fantastic all-around linebacker that can win in coverage, against the run, and as a pass rusher. The Saints have come this<\/em> close to winning their second title on multiple occasions, and\u00a0Drew Brees<\/a><\/strong> isn’t getting any younger. Murray might be the missing piece to finally put this unit over the top.<\/p>\n The Vikings desperately need some help in their secondary, and they address that need with the best cornerback left on the board. Gladney carries a decent amount of risk, as he’s smaller than your typical press cornerback and might struggle against NFL size. However, his technique is second to none and he could be a lockdown cornerback if he shows he can handle the added NFL muscle.<\/p>\n The Dolphins grabbed their quarterback of the future early in this NFL mock draft, and now they get their blindside protector. Josh Jones<\/strong> is a raw prospect, but his ceiling is as good as anyone in this class. If Brian Flores and company can coach away his flaws and refine his technique, then he should start for the next decade.<\/p>\n Isaiah Wilson<\/strong> lacks the superstar ceiling of the previous five tackles, but he should be a considerable upgrade for Seattle’s offensive line.\u00a0Russell Wilson<\/a><\/strong> has dealt with subpar offensive lines for the vast majority of his career, and the Seahawks have ignored the position for far too long. Wilson’s improvisational style of play will always lead to an above-average sack rate, but Isaiah Wilson should let plays develop and make life easier for everyone on the offense.<\/p>\n The Ravens spent the offseason bolstering their front seven, and continue that quest with the selection of\u00a0Patrick Queen<\/strong>. Baltimore already has one of the most complete rosters in the league, and Queen could be the missing piece to deliver Baltimore’s first championship since 2012.<\/p>\n The Tennessee Titans already have a stud edge rusher in\u00a0Harold Landry<\/a><\/strong>, and now they get a fantastic partner in Yetur Gross-Matos. <\/strong>With these two up front, Tennessee should have no trouble getting after the quarterback in 2020. Assuming health, this roster is poised to make another run at Super Bowl glory.<\/p>\n Davante Adams<\/a><\/strong> is a stud, but the Packers don’t have a reliable guy to start opposite him. That all changes in this NFL mock draft with the selection of the elusive Laviska Shenault<\/strong>. Made in the mold of\u00a0Deebo Samuel<\/a><\/strong>, Shenault can attack defenses in a wide variety of ways and should be an immediate upgrade to\u00a0Allen Lazard<\/a><\/strong> and\u00a0Devin Funchess<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n The 49ers don’t have an immediate need on the offensive line, but\u00a0Joe Staley<\/a><\/strong> isn’t getting any younger. Ezra Cleveland could use some time to develop, and sitting behind an All-Pro talent like Staley could be the best thing for his career. He has all the tools to be the left tackle of the future and is polished enough to start if injuries strike either tackle position.<\/p>\n Kansas City’s defense played better than the sum of their parts in 2019, and they can’t bank on that happening again in 2020.\u00a0Trevon Diggs<\/strong> would be arguably the best cornerback on the roster and should line up against the best receivers on the opposing offense. With limited cap space, it’s hard to imagine any other way for the Chiefs to improve their secondary, so they attack the position in this NFL Mock Draft.<\/p>\n Want more detailed information on these Day 2 prospects? Check out our NFL Draft Headquarters<\/a> with over 120 scouting reports<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n 33. Zach Baun, EDGE \u2013 Bengals 65. Brandon Aiyuk, WR \u2013 Bengals Want more detailed information on these Day 2 prospects? Check out our NFL Draft Headquarters<\/a> with over 120 scouting reports<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Main photo:3. Jeffrey Okudah, CB \u2013 Lions [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
4. Tristian Wirfs, OT \u2013 Giants [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
5. Tua Tagovailoa, QB \u2013 Dolphins [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
6. Justin Herbert, QB \u2013 Chargers [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
7. Isaiah Simmons, Defense \u2013 Panthers [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
8. Andrew Thomas, OT \u2013 Cardinals [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
9. Jerry Jeudy, WR \u2013 Jaguars [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
10. Jedrick Wills, OT \u2013 Browns [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
11. Ceedee Lamb, WR \u2013 Jets [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
12. C.J. Henderson, CB \u2013 Raiders<\/h4>\n
13. Derrick Brown, IDL \u2013 49ers<\/h4>\n
14. Mekhi Beckton, OT \u2013 Buccaneers<\/h4>\n
15. Henry Ruggs, WR \u2013 Broncos [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
16. K\u2019Lavon Chaisson, EDGE \u2013 Falcons [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
17. Javon Kinlaw, IDL \u2013 Cowboys [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
18. Xavier McKinney, S \u2013 Dolphins [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
19. Denzel Mims, WR \u2013 Raiders [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
20. Kristian Fulton, CB \u2013 Jaguars<\/h4>\n
21. Justin Jefferson, WR \u2013 Eagles [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
22. Jalen Reagor, WR – Vikings [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
23. Grant Delpit, S \u2013 Patriots [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
24. Kenneth Murray, LB \u2013 Saints<\/h4>\n
25. Jeff Gladney, CB \u2013 Vikings [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
26. Josh Jones<\/a>, OT \u2013 Dolphins [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
27. Isaiah Wilson, OT – Seahawks<\/h4>\n
28. Patrick Queen, LB \u2013 Ravens [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
29. Yetur Gross-Matos, EDGE \u2013 Titans [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
30. Laviska Shenault, WR \u2013 Packers [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
31. Ezra Cleveland, OT \u2013 49ers<\/h4>\n
32. Trevon Diggs, CB \u2013 Chiefs [NFL Draft Profile<\/a>]<\/h4>\n
NFL Mock Draft – Second Round<\/h3>\n
\n34. Jordan Love, QB \u2013 Colts
\n35. A.J. Epenesa, EDGE \u2013 Lions
\n36. Neville Gallimore, IDL \u2013 Giants
\n37. Cesar Ruiz, IOL \u2013 Chargers
\n38. Noah Igbinoghene, CB \u2013 Panthers
\n39. D\u2019Andre Swift, RB \u2013 Dolphins
\n40. Terrell Lewis, EDGE \u2013 Texans
\n41. Antoine Winfield, S \u2013 Browns
\n42. Ross Blacklock, IDL \u2013 Jaguars
\n43. Austin Jackson, OT \u2013 Bears
\n44. Tee Higgins, WR \u2013 Colts
\n45. Jonathan Taylor, RB \u2013 Buccaneers
\n46. A.J. Terrell, CB \u2013 Broncos
\n47. Marlon Davidson, IDL \u2013 Falcons
\n48. Lucas Niang, OT \u2013 Jets
\n49. Justin Madubuike, IDL \u2013 Steelers
\n50. Jacob Eason, QB \u2013 Bears
\n51. Ashtyn Davis, S \u2013 Cowboys
\n52. Willie Gay, LB \u2013 Rams
\n53. Kyle Dugger, S \u2013 Eagles
\n54. J.K. Dobbins, RB \u2013 Bills
\n55. Michael Pittman Jr., WR \u2013 Ravens
\n56. Lloyd Cushenberry, IOL \u2013 Dolphins
\n57. Jaylon Johnson, CB \u2013 Rams
\n58. K.J. Hamler, WR \u2013 Vikings
\n59. Jonah Jackson, IOL \u2013 Seahawks
\n60. Matt Hennessy, IOL \u2013 Ravens
\n61. Raekwon Davis, IDL \u2013 Titans
\n62. Adam Trautman, TE \u2013 Packers
\n63. Netane Muti, IOL \u2013 Chiefs
\n64. Davin Hamilton, IDL \u2013 Seahawks<\/p>\nNFL Mock Draft – Third Round<\/h3>\n
\n66. Robert Hunt, IOL \u2013 Redskins
\n67. Jeremy Chinn, S \u2013 Lions
\n68. Curtis Weaver, EDGE \u2013 Jets
\n69. Damon Arnette, CB \u2013 Panthers
\n70. Chase Claypool, WR \u2013 Dolphins
\n71. Cameron Dantzler, CB \u2013 Chargers
\n72. Donovan Peoples-Jones, WR \u2013 Cardinals
\n73. Julian Okwara, EDGE \u2013 Jaguars
\n74. Malik Harrison, LB \u2013 Browns
\n75. Joshua Uche, EDGE \u2013 Colts
\n76. Jalen Hurts, QB \u2013 Buccaneers
\n77. Prince Tega Wanogho, OT \u2013 Broncos
\n78. Cole Kmet, TE \u2013 Falcons
\n79. Bryce Hall, CB \u2013 Jets
\n80. Jordyn Brooks, LB \u2013 Raiders
\n81. Terrell Burgess, S \u2013 Raiders
\n82. Troy Pride Jr., CB \u2013 Cowboys
\n83. Jonathan Greenard, EDGE \u2013 Broncos
\n84. Clyde Edwards-Helaire, RB \u2013 Rams
\n85. Jordan Elliott, IDL \u2013 Lions
\n86. Cam Akers, RB \u2013 Bills
\n87. Brycen Hopkins, TE \u2013 Patriots
\n88. Darnay Holmes, CB \u2013 Saints
\n89. Darrell Taylor, EDGE \u2013 Vikings
\n90. Matthew Peart, OT \u2013 Texans
\n91. Rashard Lawrence, IDL \u2013 Raiders
\n92. Ben Bartch, OT \u2013 Ravens
\n93. Saahdiq Charles, OT \u2013 Titans
\n94. Akeem Davis-Gaither, LB \u2013 Packers
\n95. Damien Lewis, IOL \u2013 Broncos
\n96. Eno Benjamin, RB \u2013 Chiefs
\n97. Van Jefferson, WR \u2013 Browns
\n98. Bryan Edwards, WR \u2013 Patriots
\n99. Logan Wilson, LB \u2013 Giants
\n100. Jake Fromm, QB \u2013 Patriots
\n101. Khalid Kareem, EDGE \u2013 Seahawks
\n102. Troy Dye, LB \u2013 Steelers
\n103. Amik Robertson, CB \u2013 Eagles
\n104. Alohi Gilman, S \u2013 Rams
\n105. Nick Harris<\/a>, IOL \u2013 Vikings
\n106. K.J. Hill, WR \u2013 Ravens<\/p>\n
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