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buddyrabrahams · 6 years

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Each NFL team’s potential breakout player

Every year, we see NFL players across the league come into their own despite not having much of a track record. They can be all types; many are second- or third-year players who have matured and overcome injury or adapted to the NFL. There are others who were never highly-touted but find themselves in the right situation.

Each NFL team has breakout candidates. Here is a leading candidate from all of them.

Arizona Cardinals — Haason Reddick, LB

The 13th overall pick in last year’s draft flashed potential and appeared in all 16 games, but only started three of them. He still made an impact, with 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles on the season. The Cardinals plan to move him to inside linebacker, where he’s been studying tape of Luke Kuechly and Thomas Davis. That bodes well for a big year two breakout.

Atlanta Falcons — Austin Hooper, TE

Year three could be the one that sees Hooper mature into a big target at tight end. His numbers improved last season, as he caught 49 passes and scored three touchdowns. A more prominent role and regular playing time could await him in 2018 and make him a Matt Ryan favorite. He’ll just have to compete with Julio Jones, Calvin Ridley, and Atlanta’s talented running backs for touches.

Baltimore Ravens — Alex Collins, RB

Ravens fans already know what Collins can do; he rushed for 973 yards and six touchdowns despite starting only 12 games for Baltimore in 2017. The Ravens look committed to the third-year running back and an increased workload looks set to follow. That could mean a thousand-yard season and double-digit touchdowns in his future.

Buffalo Bills — Shaq Lawson, DE

A Lawson breakout is long overdue. The 19th overall pick in the 2016 draft had high expectations attached to him, but he hasn’t been able to stay healthy. He’s shown flashes of what he could do — six sacks over two partial seasons isn’t a bad tally. If he can stay on the field for all 16, it’s a good bet that he can make a huge impact.

Carolina Panthers — Devin Funchess, WR

Funchess is another player who is already well-established at the NFL level, but could have another gear or two to go up. The wide receiver position has been in flux for this team, but Torrey Smith has been brought in to provide another weapon, which could take some of the pressure off Funchess and allow him to shine. Don’t be surprised if he blows past the 840 yards and eight touchdowns he racked up last season.

Chicago Bears — Adam Shaheen, TE

When fantasy football season gets closer, expect to see Shaheen named on a lot of lists of sleeper players you should know about. The tight end had a very limited role in his rookie season, catching just 12 passes, though three of them were for touchdowns. Zach Miller is gone now, and if the Bears see fit to unleash Mitchell Trubisky a little bit more this season, the second-year tight end could be a big beneficiary.

Cincinnati Bengals — John Ross, WR

Ross went from a combine phenom to having a miserable rookie season in which he was injured and then publicly named and shamed by his head coach. There are two ways a young player can respond to that — let it bury him, or prove everyone wrong. As long as he stays healthy, the bet is he’ll do the latter. He has game-changing speed and was the ninth overall pick for a reason. If he starts with a blank slate, he should offer plenty for Cincinnati.

Cleveland Browns — David Njoku, TE

Njoku caught four touchdowns in his rookie season, a feat made more impressive by the fact that he had so little to work with in Cleveland’s offense. Expect things to get better in 2018. Even if Baker Mayfield doesn’t start, Tyrod Taylor is a more better quarterback than anyone the Browns threw out there in 2017, and they’ve done enough to get a few more weapons. That should open things up for Njoku, a rare physical talent who should be a huge red zone threat at the bare minimum.

Dallas Cowboys — Jourdan Lewis, CB

Lewis will be one of the key leaders in a young secondary, and his rookie experience should help him. Though he wasn’t a huge factor, Lewis did have 48 tackles, ten passes defended, and an interception. He showed promise, particularly late in the season, and looks in line for a starting job in Dallas’s defense next season.

Denver Broncos — Carlos Henderson, WR

A third-round pick last season, Henderson missed the entire year due to a thumb injury, which is a real shame. He’s speedy and talented, and the Broncos expect him to be lining up as their slot receiver in 2018. In an offense where the rest of Denver’s receiving corps is aging and with an established veteran quarterback in Case Keenum, Henderson could play himself into a marquee role quite quickly.

Detroit Lions — Kenny Golladay, WR

Golladay was widely regarded as a good third-round value selection in last year’s draft, and though injuries hindered his rookie season, he didn’t do much to prove those opinions wrong. He caught three touchdowns in 11 games. Fully healthy this year, he should add to those totals. The Lions will lean on Matthew Stafford again, meaning Golladay should get plenty of opportunities to make catches.

Green Bay Packers — Jaire Alexander, CB

Expect the Packers’ first-round pick to become an immediate factor in a secondary that is rebuilding on the fly. Alexander battled some injuries in his last year at Louisville, but a strong combine put some fears to rest and convinced the Packers to take him at No. 19. He’ll likely be thrown into an important role right away. Don’t be surprised if he thrives in it.

Houston Texans — Will Fuller, WR

Fuller seemed to develop a quick rapport with quarterback Deshaun Watson last season, with four huge games to start his season. His numbers fell off, especially after Watson got hurt. Now that the quarterback is back in action, Fuller, who ended up with seven touchdowns in an abbreviated 10-game season, could see his numbers improve further and perhaps be more consistent.

Indianapolis Colts — Marlon Mack, RB

The early favorite to open the season as the Colts’ starting running back, Mack averaged nearly four yards per carry in limited duty last season. He had four total touchdowns and is something of a dual threat. His numbers could improve if the Colts get Andrew Luck back, as they maintain they will.

Jacksonville Jaguars — Dede Westbrook, WR

Injury hindered much of Westbrook’s rookie season, but the former Oklahoma standout looks a good bet to take a big step forward in 2018. There are roles to be seized in the Jacksonville receiving group, and Westbrook managed 339 yards and a touchdown as he got accustomed to the NFL down the stretch. A full season — and a bigger role — should be enough to make those numbers rise further.

Kansas City Chiefs — Patrick Mahomes, QB

Predictable, perhaps, but true. Sure, Mahomes isn’t exactly flying under the radar — the Chiefs traded away Alex Smith to accommodate him, after all. Still, his brief late-season cameo was enticing. He went 22-of-35 against the Denver Broncos and looked capable, even though he threw for an interception and no touchdowns. He will start for Kansas City in 2018, and he could wind up being one of the more exciting stories of the season.

Los Angeles Chargers — Mike Williams, WR

Everyone is waiting with bated breath for last year’s No. 7 pick to fulfill his potential. Injuries and a difficult adjustment to the NFL made his rookie year one to forget, and he’s still seeking his first NFL touchdown. The physical tools are all there, though, and the talent hasn’t eroded any. If he stays healthy, that bit of experience he picked up in 2017 should help propel him forward.

Los Angeles Rams — Gerald Everett, TE

Another potential breakout tight end, Everett produced a lot despite limited targets in his rookie season last year. He was targeted 32 times but came up with 16 catches and two touchdowns. The Rams have a good offense and Everett has a year experience now, so don’t be surprised to see those numbers tick up in 2018 as long as he stays on the field.

Miami Dolphins — Kenyan Drake, RB

Jay Ajayi is long gone now, and Frank Gore is in the door in Miami. The veteran running back has had a great career, but the future in Miami instead belongs to Drake, who still stands a good chance of getting the bulk of the carries. He ran for 644 yards last season, averaging 89 per game once Ajayi was traded. Despite Gore’s presence, he has the ability to make the position his own.

Minnesota Vikings — Dalvin Cook, RB

A torn ACL is the only thing that prevented Cook’s rookie year from being his breakout. The talented Florida State product had racked up 354 yards and two touchdowns in four games when he went down with the season-ending injury. He’ll be back and featured in the Minnesota backfield with Kirk Cousins under center now, which should be good for him. As long as there are no long-term ill effects from the injury he suffered, Cook has an immensely bright future ahead of him.

New England Patriots — Rex Burkhead, RB

Yes, there’s a huge danger in relying on Bill Belichick to give a meaningfully leading role to a running back, but we’re taking that risk here. Burkhead scored at least one touchdown in each of his last four regular season games last season, so there’s precedent for him being leaned on in the red zone. He’s adept at both the ground game and in the passing game. If LeGarrette Blount can carve out a valuable niche in the Patriots backfield, why not Burkhead? It just depends on how he’s used.

New Orleans Saints — Marcus Williams, S

At this moment in his career, Williams is best known as the guy whose inability to make a tackle cost the Saints a playoff game in Minnesota last season. In the minds of some, that may never change. Williams, is, however, a talented player who had 57 tackles and four interceptions last season, and looks to have a bright future ahead of him. He’ll have a lot of attention on him this season for, initially, the wrong reason. If he can get past that disaster and show everyone what he’s really capable of, he’ll get plenty of publicity for the right reason this time.

New York Giants — Sterling Shepard, WR

Shepard went from being one of the highly-touted young receiving talents in the game after a solid rookie season to a big disappointment in 2017. He played in just 11 games due to a number of injuries and saw his touchdown receptions drop from eight to two. He’s a very good bounceback candidate — the talent is still there, and expectations will be lower for the Giants this year. Don’t be surprised if he takes advantage of those factors.

New York Jets — Isaiah Crowell, RB

It’s tough to excel in Cleveland. Crowell came close — he ran for a combined 1,805 yards over the past two seasons, in which he was a resilient starter for a team that went a combined 1-31. Now with the Jets, he’ll be in a featured role. He should get more than the two touchdowns he had last season, and he stands a real chance of reaching the 1,000-yard plateau for the first time in the NFL.

Oakland Raiders — Gareon Conley, CB

Injuries limited Oakland’s 2017 first-round pick to just two games in 2017, but expectations are up for the cornerback as he assumes what will likely be a big role in the Raider secondary. He was a very good player at Ohio State and showed a lot of promise in the brief glimpse the Raiders got of him before he went down. Jon Gruden will want to see Conley mature quickly, and if he does, he could blossom into an indispensable player rapidly.

Philadelphia Eagles — Sidney Jones, CB

The Eagles knew they were taking a risk when they picked Jones in the second round of the 2017 draft. He’d torn his Achilles at his pro day, dropping him from a potential first round pick directly into their laps. That may well pay off for them. Jones is very talented, and Patrick Robinson’s departure should open up a job for him. If he plays up to his first-round talent, he could become highly regarded quickly.

Pittsburgh Steelers — Bud Dupree, LB

Dupree is an immense disappointment to the Steelers, as he should probably be more productive than he actually has been. A gifted athlete, he collected six sacks last season, but he’s capable of even more. It may be now-or-never for the Kentucky product, but we’re betting he’ll finally live up to the talent and could challenge for a double-digit sack season in 2018.

San Francisco 49ers — Jerick McKinnon, RB

McKinnon is a running back, but the kind who emphasizes pass-catching. That versatility made him a perfect fit for Kyle Shanahan, who signed him away from the Minnesota Vikings and will likely give him a big role in the San Francisco offense. Jimmy Garoppolo looks the real deal. In McKinnon, he’ll have an all-purpose weapon who can run and, more importantly, has the capability to be an explosive receiver. His yards from scrimmage total could be immense.

Seattle Seahawks — Shaq Griffin, CB

Shaquem Griffin’s story will get a ton of attention, and rightly so, but it’s his twin brother who will likely have the bigger impact for Seattle in 2018. After a solid rookie season, Shaquill Griffin will likely have greater responsibility after Richard Sherman’s departure. He looked up to it in 2017: 50 tackles, a sack, and an interception. He’s ready to start and should become a reliable option quickly.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Chris Godwin, WR

O.J. Howard deserves a mention here, but it’s worth noting what Godwin did late in the season when the Buccaneers gave him a chance to be a functional part of the offense. After spending the first half of the season as a non-factor, Godwin saw his role increase, and he picked up 295 yards receiving in the last four games of the year. It culminated in a season finale in which he caught seven passes for 111 yards and a touchdown. He’s very much one to watch.

Tennessee Titans — Corey Davis, WR

Another post-hype first round pick who saw his rookie season underwhelm due to a combination of injury and adjustment, Davis should be ready to break out in 2018. He’s still waiting on his first NFL touchdown, but his 375 receiving yards are a small taste of what is likely to come. If Marcus Mariota improves and he stays healthy, the sky is the limit for Davis.

Washington Redskins — Josh Doctson, WR

Washington’s first round pick in 2016 has been hampered by injury in 2016 and simple disappointment in 2017. The skillset remains there, and the flashes of talent are as well, but the production is still behind. The good news is that the team seems committed to giving him another chance and his six touchdowns give him something to build on. Building a rapport with Alex Smith will be a huge factor in whether Doctson can take the long-awaited step forward.

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djbcadventures · 7 years

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The Class of 2017 - New Series & Most Missed Series, plus Sports and Episode of the Year

New Series:

American Gods (Starz)

Atlanta (F/X)

The Crown (Netflix)

The Handmaid's Tale (Hulu) Insecure (HBO)

One Day At A Time (Netflix)

Stranger Things (Netflix)

This Is Us (NBC)

Westworld (HBO)

Most Missed Series: American Crime (ABC; 2015-2017) Bones (Fox; 2005-2017) Celebrity Name Game (Syndicated; 2014-2017) Girls (HBO; 2012-2017)

Girl Meets World (Disney; 2014-2017) Masters of Sex (Showtime; 2013-2016)

2 Broke Girls (CBS; 2011-2017)

Lead Actor in a New Series:

ATLANTA - Donald Glover as Earn Marks (F/X)

DESIGNATED SURVIVOR - Kiefer Sutherland as Tom Kirkman (ABC)

GOLIATH - Billy Bob Thornton as Billy McBride (Netflix)

THIS IS US - Sterling K. Brown as Randall Pearson (NBC)

THIS IS US - Milo Ventimiglia as Jack Pearson (NBC)

WESTWORLD - Anthony Hopkins as Dr. Ford (HBO)

Lead Actress in a New Series:

THE CROWN - Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II (Netflix)

DIVORCE - Sarah Jessica Parker as Frances (HBO)

THE HANDMAID'S TALE - Elisabeth Moss as Offred (Hulu)

INSECURE - Issa Rae as Issa (HBO)

THIS IS US - Mandy Moore as Rebecca Pearson (NBC) WESTWORLD - Evan Rachel Wood as Dolores Abernathy (HBO)

Supporting Actor in a New Series:

ATLANTA - Brian Tyree Jones as Alfred Miles (F/X)

THE CROWN - Jared Harris as King George VI (Netflix)

THE CROWN & TRIAL AND ERROR - John Lithgow as Sir Winston Churchill (Netflix)/Larry Henderson (NBC)

THIS IS US - Ron Cephas Jones as William Hill (NBC)

THIS IS US - Justin Hartley as Kevin Pearson (NBC)

WESTWORLD - Jeffrey Wright as Bernard Lowe (HBO)

Supporting Actress in a New Series:

DIVORCE - Molly Shannon as Diane (HBO)

ONE DAY AT A TIME - Rita Moreno as Lydia Riera (Netflix)

STRANGER THINGS - Millie Bobby Brown as Eleven (Netflix)

STRANGER THINGS - Winona Ryder as Joyce Byers (Netflix)

THIS IS US - Chrissy Metz as Kate Pearson (NBC)

WESTWORLD - Thandie Newton as Maeve (HBO)

Writing in a New Series:

Atlanta (F/X)

The Crown (Netflix)

The Handmaid's Tale (Hulu)

Stranger Things (Netflix)

This Is Us (NBC)

Westworld (HBO)

Directing in a New Series: Atlanta (F/X) The Crown (Netflix) The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu) One Day at a Time (Netflix) Stranger Things (Netflix) This Is Us (NBC)

Guest Performer In A New Series:

AMERICAN GODS - Gillian Anderson as Media (Starz)

AMERICAN GODS - Cloris Leachman as Zorya Vechernyaya (Starz)

THE HANDMAID'S TALE - Alexis Bledel as Ofglen (Hulu)

THIS IS US - Brian Tyree Jones as Ricky (NBC)

THIS IS US - Gerald McRaney as Dr. Nathan "Dr. K" Katowski (NBC)

THIS IS US - Denis O'Hare as Jessie (NBC)

Performance by a Cast in a New Series:

American Gods (Starz)

The Crown (Netflix)

The Handmaid's Tale (Hulu)

Stranger Things (Netflix)

This Is Us (NBC)

Westworld (HBO)

Main Title Design:

Big Little Lies (HBO)

Feud: Bette vs. Joan (F/X)

Stranger Things (Netflix)

Westworld (HBO)

The Young and the Restless (CBS)

The Young Pope (HBO)

Main Title Theme Song:

The Crown (Netflix) - Hans Zimmer, Composer Feud: Bette vs. Joan (F/X) - Mac Quayle, Composer

The Keepers (Netflix) - Blake Neely, Composer

Stranger Things (Netflix) - Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein, Composers

Westworld (HBO) - Ramin Djiwadi, Composer

The Young Pope (HBO) - Lele Marchitelli, Composer

SPORTS GAME OF THE YEAR:

Chicago Cubs vs. Cleveland Indians - 2016 World Series, Game 7 (Fox)

Clemson vs. Alabama - 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship (ESPN)

Clemson vs. Ohio State - 2016 Fiesta Bowl (ESPN)

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors - 2016 NBA Finals, Game 7 (ABC)

Mississippi State vs. UConn - 2017 NCAA Women's Final Four (ESPN)

Nashville Predators vs. Pittsburgh Penguins - 2017 NHL Stanley Cup, Game 4 (NBC)

New England Patriots vs. Atlanta Falcons - Super Bowl LI (Fox)

Ohio State vs. Michigan - Football (ABC)

Penn State vs. Wisconsin - Football/Big Ten Championship (Fox)

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Nashville Predators - 2017 NHL Stanley Cup, Game 6 (NBC)

SPORTS MOMENT OF THE YEAR:

Air Jourdan Interception - Michigan vs. Wisconsin, Football (ABC)

Barrett Was Short/The Game Goes Double Overtime - Ohio State vs. Michigan/The Game (ABC)

B*ckeye Battle Beatdown - Clemson Beats Ohio, The Fiesta Bowl (ESPN)

Cubs Win The World Series - Chicago Cubs vs. Cleveland Indians, 2016 World Series (Fox)

The Final Five win the Gold - 2016 Summer Olympic Games, Gymnastics (NBC)

The Improbable Run to the Championship, Michigan Basketball (B1G Network, ESPN, and CBS)

Matta's Last Stand - Rutgers vs. Ohio State, B1G Tournament (B1G Network)

Michael Phelps Goes Out On Top - 2016 Summer Olympic Games, Men's Swimming (NBC)

Super Katie (Ledecky), 2016 Summer Olympic Games, Women's Swimming (NBC)

The Streak IS OVER! - UConn vs. Mississippi State, Women's Final Four (ESPN)

#bryanawards17

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junker-town · 7 years

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NFL draft grades 2017: Experts split on Day 2 picks

Analysts didn’t always agree on team’s choices in the second and third rounds.

The second day of the 2017 draft was eventful. We won’t know if they made the right moves until these players actually hit the field, but that doesn’t mean we can’t judge them.

There were trades galore. Teams dealt picks to move up or back in the order, trying to get to the right spot to draft a player who may be the answer their team needs at a given position.

We also saw plenty of small school players come off the board. There was a run on cornerbacks, a deep position in this draft class, and that helped shape the way teams approached their picks, too.

The experts have weighed in, and here’s how Dan Kadar of Mocking the draft, , CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco and Sports Illustrated’s Chris Burke think each team did in the second and third rounds.

Arizona Cardinals

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: A/B Sports Illustrated: B+/B

Analysts liked the Budda Baker pick in general, but the Cardinals gave up quite a bit to move up and take Baker. Wide receiver Chad Williams has potential, but needs to develop as a route runner.

Atlanta Falcons

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: B Sports Illustrated: B

The Falcons continued to build the defense on Friday night, taking LSU linebacker Duke Riley in the second round. Riley has speed, and that’s what the Falcons covet on defense.

Baltimore Ravens

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: B/B+/B Sports Illustrated: A-/A-/A-

The Ravens got some defensive help with outside linebacker Tyus Bowser, defensive lineman Chris Wormley and outside linebacker Tim Williams. The experts generally liked the picks, especially Wormley, who is a great fit with the Ravens.

Buffalo Bills

Mocking the Draft: B+ CBS Sports: B+/B- Sports Illustrated: B+/B+

The Bills added receiving talent with Zay Jones, who should be a good addition. Offensive tackle Dion Dawkins can compete for a starting job right away.

Carolina Panthers

Mocking the Draft: C+ CBS Sports: B-/B-/A Sports Illustrated: C+/A/B+

Yes, the Panthers added another big playmaker in Curtis Samuel, but the experts wondered if it was the best use of the No. 40 pick. They were a little more impressed by the selection of tackle Taylor Moton and defensive end Daeshon Hall.

Chicago Bears

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: C- Sports Illustrated: C

Tight end Adam Shaheen is a small school prospect with big upside, but Prisco and Burke did not love the pick. Shaheen is a big, athletic prospect with loads of potential.

Cincinnati Bengals

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: B/A Sports Illustrated: B/B+

Joe Mixon is a problematic prospect because of his history, but he’s got first-round caliber talent. Jordan Willis, a defensive end out of Kansas State, could end up being a steal for the Bengals.

Cleveland Browns

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: B/B Sports Illustrated: A/A-

The Browns finally got a quarterback! DeShone Kizer has lots of potential and Hue Jackson should be able to help him tap into it. Larry Ogunjobi is a big defensive tackle who is raw, but has all the tools to succeed.

Dallas Cowboys

Mocking the Draft: B+ CBS Sports: A/B+ Sports Illustrated: A-/Incomplete

The Cowboys landed two cornerbacks on Day 2. The experts loved the selection of Chidobe Awuzie for the Cowboys at No. 60, but were less certain about Jourdan Lewis with the 92nd pick.

Denver Broncos

Mocking the Draft: C CBS Sports: B/B/C Sports Illustrated: B/A/C

The experts were all over the place on Denver’s picks, defensive end DeMarcus Walker, wide receiver Carlos Henderson and cornerback Brendan Langley. Walker and Langley both may have been reaches where the Broncos selected them.

Detroit Lions

Mocking the Draft: C CBS Sports: C/B- Sports Illustrated: B+/C+

The Lions grabbed cornerback Teez Tabor in the second and added wide receiver Kenny Golladay in the third. Tabor was a good value where he was picked, but speed is the concern for Golladay.

Green Bay Packers

Mocking the Draft: A CBS Sports: A+/B/B+ Sports Illustrated: B+/B/B

The selection of cornerback Kevin King at the top of the second rounds was a smart move from the Packers. Safety Josh Jones and defensive tackle Montravius Adams should be solid additions.

Houston Texans

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: B+/B- Sports Illustrated: A/B+

Linebacker Zach Cunningham is a specifically good fit in Houston’s defense. Running back D’Onta Foreman is one-dimensional, but a good backup for Lamar Miller.

Indianapolis Colts

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: C-/B- Sports Illustrated: A/A

The Colts continued to build the defense, getting opportunistic Florida cornerback Quincy Wilson and pass rusher Tarell Basham. Kadar called Basham one of his favorite picks of the day.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Mocking the Draft: B+ CBS Sports: B+/B+ Sports Illustrated: A/D+

The Jaguars got one of the best tackles in the draft in Cam Robinson, and he fills a need. Defensive end Dawuane Smoot has the potential to develop into a consistent edge rusher for Jacksonville.

Kansas City Chiefs

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: B/B+ Sports Illustrated: B+/A

The Chiefs got defensive end Tanoh Kpassagnon in the second, but he probably won’t be ready to contribute this season. Running back Kareem Hunt could develop into a feature back.

Los Angeles Chargers

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: B+/A- Sports Illustrated: A/A-

The Chargers showed that they wanted to shore up the interior offensive line, taking both of the best guard prospects in this year’s draft. Forrest Lamp and Dan Feeney should stabilize the line, but the Chargers have other needs that went unmet.

Los Angeles Rams

Mocking the Draft: C+ CBS Sports: C/B+/B Sports Illustrated: D+/B-/B+

The Rams gave quarterback Jared Goff Gerald Everett, a tight end who could be a dynamic pass catcher, and Cooper Kupp, a reliable receiver. Safety John Johnson is decent in coverage and against the run.

Miami Dolphins

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: B/B- Sports Illustrated: B+/B-

Linebacker Raekwon McMillan is a leader and exactly the kind of linebacker the Dolphins need. Cordrea Tankersley would have come off the board much sooner in a year with a more shallow cornerback class, so he’s a good value.

Minnesota Vikings

Mocking the Draft: A+ CBS Sports: B/B+ Sports Illustrated: A/A

Dalvin Cook can help fill the void left by the departure of Adrian Peterson. Center Pat Elflein is versatile and reliable, which is exactly what the Vikings need along the offensive line.

New England Patriots

Mocking the Draft: A CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

The Patriots haven’t seen much action in this draft, but they made these picks count. Charles Harris can be an impact player for them, and Antonio Garcia could develop into a dependable starter.

New Orleans Saints

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

The Saints continued to build the defense with safety Marcus Williams, linebacker Alex Anzalone and defensive end Trey Hendrickson. Alvin Kamara was a great addition in terms of talent, but New Orleans already has Mark Ingram and Adrian Peterson on the roster.

New York Giants

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

The Giants got their replacement for Johnathan Hankins in Dalvin Tomlinson, an intelligent defensive tackle who knows how to use leverage to get the best of blockers. Davis Webb can develop behind Eli Manning for the time being.

New York Jets

Mocking the Draft: C+ CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

The Jets needed safeties, and they got another in Marcus Maye. Wide receiver ArDarius Stewart should be a solid addition as long as the Jets somehow find a reasonable quarterback.

Oakland Raiders

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

Safety Obi Melifonwu is big and athletic and a good fit for the Raiders defense. Eddie Vanderdoes should be a solid run stopper for Oakland if he stays healthy.

Philadelphia Eagles

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

The Eagles got two cornerbacks, and Sidney Jones is coming off of a torn Achilles, but his talent is undeniable. Rasul Douglas was a good value in the third round.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

JuJu Smith-Schuster could outplay his draft status for the Steelers, depending on the opportunities he gets. The concern with cornerback Cameron Sutton is injuries, and James Conner should be a good short-yardage back for the Steelers.

San Francisco 49ers

Mocking the Draft: C CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

Cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon has good size, which you can’t teach. The big question mark for the Niners on Day 2 was the selection of quarterback C.J. Beathard.

Seattle Seahawks

Mocking the Draft: B CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

The Seahawks had a haul on Day 2, selecting defensive lineman Malik McDowell, center Ethan Pocic, cornerback Shaquill Griffin, safety Delano Hill, defensive tackle Nazair Jones, and wide receiver Amara Darboh. A few of these guys were projected to go on Day 3 and may be reaches.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Mocking the Draft: C- CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

Safety Justin Evans was probably drafted a little too soon by the Buccaneers. Tampa Bay also added to Jameis Winston’s arsenal with wide receiver Chris Godwin, and brought in linebacker Kendall Beckwith.

Tennessee Titans

Mocking the Draft: C+ CBS Sports: Sports Illustrated:

The Titans got Marcus Mariota a slot receiver in Taywan Taylor, but there were other receivers still on the board who might have been better fits. Tight end Jonnu Smith should be a solid addition.

Washington

Mocking the Draft: B- CBS Sports: B/B+ Sports Illustrated: B+/B+

Ryan Anderson didn’t stand out as much as he could have at Alabama because of the talent that surrounded him, but he’s a talented pass rusher with a high motor. Cornerback Fabian Moreau slipped to the third because of injury, but if he’s healthy, he’ll contribute.

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nfllaughingstock · 8 years

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2017 NFL Mock Draft 2.0

The first wave of free agency has occurred with many players switching teams and some resigning for long-term deals. There has been a lot of movement of prospects in my Mock Draft where there is first round talent selected in the second round.

1. Browns- Myles Garrett DE Texas A&M

No Brainer. Take Garrett and plug him in as a Day 1 Starter.

2. 49ers- Solomon Thomas DE Stanford

After signing Brian Hoyer and Matt Schaub, the 49ers look to defense and add a pass rusher to compliment Arik Armstead and DeForest Buckner.

3. Bears- Jamal Adams S LSU

Another team signing a QB (Mike Glennon), the Bears turn to defense and select Adams who would be the highest safety selected since Eric Berry in 2010.

4. Jaguars- Leonard Fournette RB LSU

The Jaguars need to bolster the OL, however, there is not one worth taking in the Top 20. Fournette would take pressure off of Blake Bortles and open up the offense for Allen Robinson, Allen Hurns, and Marquise Lee.

5. Titans (LA)- Marshon Lattimore CB Ohio State

The Titans upgraded their secondary with Logan Ryan and Jonathan Cyprien and select the top ranked cornerback in Lattimore, who reminds me of Chiefs CB Marcus Peters.

6. Jets- Deshaun Watson QB Clemson

It is time for the Jets to hit the reset button and get the quarterback of the future. Watson has a big-game experience and could be able to led the Jets back to glory.

7. Chargers- Malik Hooker S Ohio State

The Chargers get the next leader in the secondary with Hooker. Although having surgery, the ball-skills are rare and improved tackling could reenergized the pass defense.

8. Panthers- OJ Howard TE Alabama

Surprise!!! The Panthers are in desperate need of finding a replacement to Jonathan Stewart and this is a deep CB draft so they can wait to get one in the second round. Howard is a physical specimen that can help out the poor offensive line in blocking and being a dangerous threat in the passing game.

9. Bengals- Jonathan Allen DT Alabama

Cincinnati gets a player once considered potentially the alternative to Myles Garrett as the #1 overall pick. There are concerns with Allen’s shoulders, but if he medically cleared, this pick will be a steal.

10. Bills- Mike Williams WR Clemson

Buffalo is in need of a #2 WR to pair with Sammy Watkins. Williams is not a blazer, but his ability to track the ball at its highest point and red zone ability makes him a good fit.

11. Saints- Hasson Reddick LB Temple

Reddick is a great story as he was a high school safety who converted to linebacker at Temple. He is a disruptive force rushing the passer and an underrated ability to move in space covering WRs and TEs. Time to focus on the defense for NO.

12. Browns (PHI)- Mitch Trubisky QB North Carolina

Cleveland takes its QB of the future in Trubisky, a NE Ohio product, who has desired to play in his home area. Only having 13 starts is a concern, but it will be Hue Jackson’s responsibility to coach Trubisky up to compete against Cody Kessler and newly acquired Brock Osweiler.

13. Cardinals- Deshone Kizer QB Notre Dame

Bruce Arians finds the heir apparent to Carson Palmer. Kizer has all of the tools to be a successful NFL QB, but the mental makeup and mechanics are big question marks.

14. Eagles- Gareon Conley CB Ohio State

Philadelphia did not address the cornerback position in FA, but get a former Buckeye. Conley is a technician who is sound in his coverage skills. He can step in and play right away.

15. Colts- Reuben Foster LB Alabama

The Colts need some punch in the middle of the defense and Foster will definitely bring some attitude. Despite the combine incident, Foster is capable of leading the Colts defense as a rookie.

16. Ravens- Corey Davis WR Western Michigan

Baltimore has to find a new weapon on the outside with Steve Smith retiring. Davis, nursing an ankle injury, had an illustrious career at Western Michigan breaking many records. He has the size and athletic ability that Ozzie Newsome covets.

17. Redskins- Malik McDowell DT Michigan State

Washington needs a lot on defense. Starting on the defensive line, McDowell can be used as a rotational player early and eased into a starting role. McDowell can be stubborn as it caused his stock to drop.

18. Titans- John Ross WR Washington

4.22. That’s all you need to know about John Ross. A blazer, who reminds me of DeSean Jackson, who will take the top off a defense. This provides Marcus Mariota with a much needed weapon on the outside with Delanie Walker manning the middle.

19. Buccaneers- Budda Baker S Washington

This man plays like he is built like a linebacker. Baker can hit you and can make plays with deflecting passes and INTs. Tampa needs a safety who can assist Vernon Hargreaves and Brent Grimes.

20. Broncos- Garrett Bolles OT Utah

The Broncos offensive line was bad last year not providing enough time for their quarterbacks to throw. Bolles, a former five-star reruit, has been through a lot and could provide much needed protection who ever is the starter in Denver next season.

21. Lions- Marlon Humphrey CB Alabama

Detroit has had a quiet offseason and continues with upgrading the secondary. Humphrey comes from a great background as his father was drafted in the first round in 1988. He can come in and help Darius Slay with coverage.

22. Dolphins- Taakarist McKinley DE UCLA

Miami adds a young pass rusher who can learn from Cameron Wake and replace the disappointing Mario Williams. McKinley comes with a burst off the edge that may be the best in the class.

23. Giants- Ryan Ramczyk OT Wisconsin

Ereck Flowers simply cannot be the left tackle moving forward. Ramczyk can come in a start there Day 1 moving Flowers to right tackle.

24. Raiders- Dalvin Cook RB Florida State

Oakland will look for a new running back after LaTavius Murray was serviceable. Cook is explosive and can be a difference maker in the Raiders offense.

25. Texans- Forrest Lamp OT Western Kentucky

Houston could use a quarterback, but improving the offensive line is a priority. Lamp can be inserted at right tackle and be a mauler in the run game opening up holes for Lamar Miller.

26. Seahawks- Cam Robinson OT Alabama

Seattle’s offensive line was a major problem last year. Robinson, ocne considered a top 10 pick, can start and protect Russell Wilson’s blindside.

27. Chiefs- Zach Cunningham LB Vanderbilt

Kansas City finds its successor to Derrick Johnson, who has had a great career. Cunningham needs to bulk up, but he can learn from Johnson and become a starter in 2018.

28. Cowboys- Obi Melifonwu S Connecticut

After losing Barry Church, the Cowboys select another Connecticut defensive back. Melifonwu lit up the combine showing his athletic ability and his size make pairing him with Byron Jones a potential dynamic safety duo.

29. Packers- Christian McCaffrey RB Stanford

Aaron Rodgers will need a consistent running back to alleviate the pressure that is on him weekly. McCaffrey would flourish in this offense.

30. Steelers- Tim Williams LB Alabama

Pittsburgh is seeking pass rusher after the Jarvis Jones experiment was a fail. Williams can bend the edge and get some instant sacks in the classic 3-4 defense.

31. Falcons- Charles Harris DE Missouri

To avenge the Super Bowl LI loss, the Falcons add another defensive end who can be eased into Dan Quinn’s scheme. Harris has immense potential and will need to be coached up to maximize it.

32. Saints (NE)- Taco Charlton DE Michigan

New Orleans received this pick from the Brandin Cooks trade. They continue to add another piece to the defense with Charlton providing a pass rusher with Cameron Jordan.

Second Round

33. Browns- Jabrill Peppers S Michigan

34. 49ers- Evan Engram TE Ole Miss

35. Jaguars - Dorian Johnson G Pittsburgh

36. Bears- David Njoku TE Miami (FL)

37. Rams- Dan Feeney G Indiana

38. Chargers- Taylor Moton OT Western Michigan

39. Jets - Fabian Moreau CB UCLA

40. Panthers- Curtis Samuel RB Ohio State

41. Bengals- Raekwon McMillan LB Ohio State

42. Saints - Tre’Davious White CB LSU

43. Eagles- Caleb Brantley DT Florida

44. Bills - Marcus Williams S Utah

45. Cardinals- Jason Jones S NC State

46. Vikings- Dion Dawkins G Temple

47. Ravens- Carl Lawson DE Auburn

48. Colts- TJ Watt DE Wisconsin

49. Redskins- Patrick Mahomes QB Texas Tech

50. Buccaneers- Jordan Willis DE Kansas State

51. Broncos- Chris Wormley DT Michigan

52. Browns- Chris Goodwin WR Penn State

53. Lions- Kevin King CB Washington

54. Dolphins- Jarrad Davis LB Florida

55. Giants- Alvin Kamara RB Tennessee

56. Raiders- Jourdan Lewis CB Michigan

57. Texans- Quincy Wilson CB Florida

58. Seahawks- Joe Mixon RB Oklahoma

59. Chiefs- Adoree Jackson CB USC

60. Cowboys- Carlos Henderson WR Louisiana Tech

61. Packers- Tyus Bowsher DE Houston

62. Steelers- Cordrea Tankersley CB Clemson

63. Falcons- Eddie Jackson S Alabama

64. Patriots- Derek Rivers DE Youngstown State

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2017 NFL Draft Complete Results: Rounds 1 – 7

Round 1 Pick Team Selection Height Weight Position School Comments 1 Cleveland Browns Myles Garrett 6′ 4″ 272 DE Texas A&M 2 Chicago Bears Mitchell Trubisky 6′ 3″ 220 QB UNC Bears from 49ers 3 San Francisco 49ers Solomon Thomas 6′ 3″ 273 DE Stanford 49ers from Bears 4 Jacksonville Jaguars Leonard Fournette 6′ 0″ 240 RB LSU 5 Tennessee Titans Corey Davis 6′ 3″ 209 WR Western Michigan Titans from Rams 6 New York Jets Jamal Adams 6′ 0″ 214 S LSU 7 Los Angeles Rams Mike Williams 6′ 4″ 218 WR Clemson 8 Carolina Panthers Christian McCaffrey 5′ 11″ 202 RB Stanford 9 Cincinnati Bengals John Ross 5′ 11″ 190 WR Washington 10 Kansas City Chiefs Patrick Mahomes 6′ 3″ 230 QB Texas Tech 11 New Orleans Saints Marshon Lattimore 6′ 0″ 193 CB Ohio St. 12 Houston Texans Deshaun Watson 6′ 3″ 221 QB Clemson Texans from Browns 13 Arizona Cardinals Haason Reddick 6′ 2″ 251 LB Temple 14 Philadelphia Eagles Derek Barnett 6′ 3″ 259 DE Tennessee Eagles from Vikings 15 Indianapolis Colts Malik Hooker 6′ 2″ 205 S Ohio St. 16 Baltimore Ravens Marlon Humphrey 6′ 0″ 197 CB Alabama 17 Washington Redskins Jonathan Allen 6′ 3″ 294 DE Alabama 18 Tennessee Titans Adoree’ Jackson 5′ 10″ 186 CB USC 19 Tampa Bay Buccaneers O.J. Howard 6′ 6″ 251 TE Alabama 20 Denver Broncos Garett Bolles 6′ 5″ 297 OT Utah 21 Detroit Lions Jarrad Davis 6′ 1″ 238 LB Florida 22 Miami Dolphins Charles Harris 6′ 3″ 235 OLB Missouri 23 New York Giants Evan Engram 6′ 3″ 234 TE Mississippi 24 Oakland Raiders Gareon Conley 6′ 0″ 195 CB Ohio St. 25 Cleveland Browns Jabrill Peppers 5′ 11″ 213 S Michigan Browns from Texans 26 Atlanta Falcons Takkarist McKinley 6′ 2″ 250 DE UCLA Falcons from Seahawks 27 Buffalo Bills Tre’Davious White 5′ 11″ 192 CB LSU Bills from Chiefs 28 Dallas Cowboys Taco Charlton 6′ 6″ 277 DE Michigan 29 Cleveland Browns David Njoku 6′ 4″ 246 TE Miami Browns from Packers 30 Pittsburgh Steelers T.J Watt 6′ 5″ 243 OLB Wisconsin 31 San Francisco 49ers Reuben Foster 6′ 0″ 229 LB Alabama 49ers from Seahawks 32 New Orleans Saints Ryan Ramczyk 6′ 6″ 310 OT Wisconsin Saints from Patriots

Round 2 Pick Team Selection Height Weight Position School Comments 33 Green Bay Packers Kevin King 6′ 3″ 192 CB Washington Packers from Browns 34 Jacksonville Jaguars Cam Robinson 6′ 6″ 322 OT Alabama Bears from 49ers 35 Seattle Seahawks Malik McDowell 6′ 6″ 296 DT Michigan St. Jaguars from Seahawks 36 Arizona Cardinals Budda Baker 5′ 10″ 195 S Washington Seahawks from Jaguars 37 Buffalo Bills Zay Jones 6′ 2″ 201 WR East Carolina Cardinals from Bears 38 Los Angeles Chargers Forrest Lamp 6′ 4″ 309 OG Western Kentucky Bills from Rams 39 New York Jets Marcus Maye 6′ 0″ 210 S Florida 40 Carolina Panthers Curtis Samuel 5′ 11″ 196 WR Ohio St. 41 Minnesota Vikings Dalvin Cook 5′ 10″ 210 RB Florida St. Vikings from Bengals 42 New Orleans Saints Marcus Williams 6′ 1″ 202 S Utah 43 Philadelphia Eagles Sidney Jones 6′ 0″ 186 CB Washington 44 Los Angeles Rams Gerald Everett 6′ 3″ 239 TE South Alabama 45 Chicago Bears Adam Shaheen 6′ 6″ 277 TE Ashland 46 Indianapolis Colts Quincy Wilson 6′ 2″ 211 CB Florida 47 Baltimore Ravens Tyus Bowser 6′ 3″ 247 OLB Houston Rams from Bills 48 Cincinnati Bengals Joe Mixon 6′ 1″ 226 RB Oklahoma Bengals from Vikings 49 Washington Redskins Ryan Anderson 6′ 2″ 253 OLB Alabama 50 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Justin Evans 6′ 0″ 199 S Texas A&M 51 Denver Broncos DeMarcus Walker 6′ 4″ 280 DE Florida St. 52 Cleveland Browns DeShone Kizer 6′ 4″ 233 QB Notre Dame Browns from Titans 53 Detroit Lions Teez Tabor 6′ 0″ 199 CB Florida 54 Miami Dolphins Raekwon McMillan 6′ 2″ 240 LB Ohio St. 55 New York Giants Dalvin Tomlinson 6′ 3″ 312 DT Alabama 56 Oakland Raiders Obi Melifonwu 6′ 4″ 224 S Connecticut 57 Houston Texans Zach Cunningham 6′ 3″ 234 LB Vanderbilt 58 Seattle Seahawks Ethan Pocic 6′ 6″ 310 C LSU 59 Kansas City Chiefs Tanoh Kpassagnon 6′ 7″ 289 DE Villanova 60 Dallas Cowboys Chidobe Awuzie 6′ 0″ 202 CB Colorado 61 Green Bay Packers Josh Jones 6′ 1″ 220 S N.C. State 62 Pittsburgh Steelers JuJu Smith-Schuster 6′ 1″ 215 WR USC 63 Buffalo Bills Dion Dawkins 6′ 5″ 320 OG Temple Bills from Falcons 64 Carolina Panthers Taylor Moton 6′ 5″ 319 OG Western Michigan Panthers from Patriots

Round 3 Pick Team Selection Height Weight Position School Comments 65 Cleveland Browns Larry Ogunjobi 6′ 3″ 297 DT N.C. Charlotte 66 San Francisco 49ers Ahkello Witherspoon 6′ 3″ 198 CB Colorado 67 New Orleans Saints Alvin Kamara 5′ 10″ 214 RB Tennessee Saints from 49ers 68 Jacksonville Jaguars Dawuane Smoot 6′ 3″ 255 DE Illinois 69 Los Angeles Rams Cooper Kupp 6′ 2″ 198 WR Eastern Washington 70 Minnesota Vikings Pat Elflein 6′ 3″ 303 C Ohio St. Vikings from Jets 71 Los Angeles Chargers Dan Feeney 6′ 4″ 305 OG Indiana 72 Tennessee Titans Taywan Taylor 5′ 11″ 198 WR Western Kentucky Titans from Patriots 73 Cincinnati Bengals Jordan Willis 6′ 4″ 255 OLB Kansas St. 74 Baltimore Ravens Chris Wormley 6′ 5″ 298 DE Michigan Ravens from Eagles 75 Atlanta Falcons Duke Riley 6′ 1″ 232 LB LSU Falcons from Bills 76 New Orleans Saints Alex Anzalone 6′ 3″ 241 LB Florida 77 Carolina Panthers Daeshon Hall 6′ 5″ 265 DE Texas A&M Panthers from Cardinals 78 Baltimore Ravens Tim Williams 6′ 3″ 244 OLB Alabama 79 New York Jets ArDarius Stewart 5′ 11″ 204 WR Alabama Jets from Vikings 80 Indianapolis Colts Tarell Basham 6′ 4″ 262 DE Ohio 81 Washington Redskins Fabian Moreau 6′ 1″ 206 CB UCLA 82 Denver Broncos Carlos Henderson 5′ 11″ 199 WR Louisiana Tech 83 New England Patriots Derek Rivers 6′ 4″ 250 DE Youngstown St. Patriots from Titans 84 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Chris Godwin 6′ 1″ 209 WR Penn St. 85 New England Patriots Antonio Garcia 6′ 6″ 302 OT Troy Patriots from Lions 86 Kansas City Chiefs Kareem Hunt 5′ 11″ 216 RB Toledo Chiefs from Vikings 87 New York Giants Davis Webb 6′ 5″ 229 QB California 88 Oakland Raiders Eddie Vanderdoes 6′ 3″ 320 DT UCLA 89 Houston Texans D’Onta Foreman 6′ 1″ 249 RB Texas 90 Seattle Seahawks Shaquill Griffin 6′ 1″ 200 DB Central Florida 91 Los Angeles Rams John Johnson 5′ 11″ 208 S Boston College Rams from Bills 92 Dallas Cowboys Jourdan Lewis 5′ 10″ 188 CB Michigan 93 Green Bay Packers Montravius Adams 6′ 4″ 308 DT Auburn 94 Pittsburgh Steelers Cameron Sutton 5′ 11″ 188 CB Tennessee 95 Seattle Seahawks Delano Hill 6′ 1″ 216 SS Michigan Bills from Falcons 96 Detroit Lions Kenny Golladay 6′ 4″ 213 WR Northern Illinois Panthers from Patriots 97 Miami Dolphins Cordrea Tankersley 6′ 1″ 200 CB Clemson Compensatory Selection 98 Arizona Cardinals Chad Williams 6′ 2″ 193 WR Grambling St. Compensatory Selection 99 Philadelphia Eagles Rasul Douglas 6′ 2″ 209 CB West Virginia Compensatory Selection 100 Tennessee Titans Jonnu Smith 6′ 3″ 248 TE Florida International Compensatory Selection 101 Denver Broncos Brendan Langley 6′ 0″ 199 CB Lamar Compensatory Selection 102 Seattle Seahawks Nazair Jones 6′ 5″ 295 DT North Carolina Compensatory Selection 103 New Orleans Saints Trey Hendrickson 6′ 4″ 266 OLB Florida Atlantic Compensatory Selection 104 San Francisco 49ers C.J. Beathard 6′ 2″ 209 QB Iowa Compensatory Selction 105 Pittsburgh Steelers James Connor 6′ 1″ 233 RB Pittsburgh Compensatory Selection 106 Seattle Seahawks Amara Darboh 6′ 2″ 215 WR Michigan Compensatory Selection 107 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Kendell Beckwith 6′ 2″ 243 ILB LSU Compensatory Selection

Round 4 Pick Team Selection Height Weight Position School Comments 108 Green Bay Packers Vince Biegel 6′ 4″ 246 LB Wisconsin Packers from Browns 109 Minnesota Vikings Jaleel Johnson 6′ 3″ 309 DL Iowa Vikings from 49ers 110 Jacksonville Jaguars Dede Westbrook 6′ 0″ 178 WR Oklahoma 111 Seattle Seahawks Tedric Thompson 6′ 0″ 204 DB Colorado Seahawks from 49ers 112 Chicago Bears Eddie Jackson 6′ 0″ 201 DB Alabama Bears from Rams 113 Los Angeles Chargers Rayshawn Jenkins 6′ 1″ 214 DB Miami (FL) 114 Washington Redskins Samaje Perine 5′ 11″ 233 RB Oklahoma Redskins from Jets 115 Arizona Cardinals Dorian Johnson 6′ 5″ 300 OL Pittsburgh Cardinals from Panthers 116 Cincinnati Bengals Carl Lawson 6′ 2″ 253 DL Auburn 117 Los Angeles Rams Josh Reynolds 6′ 3″ 197 WR Texas A&M Rams from Bears 118 Philadelphia Eagles Mack Hollins 6′ 4″ 210 WR North Carolina 119 Chicago Bears Tarik Cohen 5′ 6″ 179 RB North Carolina A&T Bears from Cardinals 120 Minnesota Vikings Ben Gedeon 6′ 2″ 244 LB Michigan 121 San Francisco 49ers Joe Williams 5′ 11″ 210 RB Utah 49ers from Colts 122 Baltimore Ravens Nico Siragusa 6′ 5″ 326 OL San Diego State 123 Washington Redskins Montae Nicholson 6′ 2″ 212 S Michigan State 124 Detroit Lions Jalen Reeves-Maybin 6′ 0″ 230 LB Tennessee Lions from Patriots 125 Los Angeles Rams Samson Ebukam 6′ 3″ 240 DL Eastern Washington Rams from Jets 126 Cleveland Browns Howard Wilson 6′ 1″ 184 CB Houston Browns from Broncos 127 Detroit Lions Michael Roberts 6′ 4″ 270 TE Toledo 128 Cincinnati Bengals Josh Malone 6′ 3″ 208 WR Tennessee Bengals from Vikings 129 Oakland Raiders David Sharpe 6′ 6″ 343 OL Florida 130 Houston Texans Julie’n Davenport 6′ 7″ 315 OL Bucknell 131 New England Patriots Deatrich Wise Jr. 6′ 5″ 274 DE Arkansas Patriots from Seattle 132 Philadelphia Eagles Donnel Pumphrey 5′ 8″ 176 RB San Diego State Eagles from Vikings 133 Dallas Cowboys Ryan Switzer 5′ 9″ 181 WR North Carolina 134 Green Bay Packers Jamaal Williams 6′ 0″ 212 RB BYU 135 Pittsburgh Steelers Joshua Dobbs 6′ 3″ 210 QB Tennessee 136 Atlanta Falcons Sean Harlow 6′ 4″ 303 G Oregon State 137 Indianapolis Colts Zach Banner 6′ 8″ 353 T USC Colts from Patriots 138 Cincinnati Bengals Ryan Glasgow 6′ 4″ 299 DT Michigan Compensatory Selection 139 Kansas City Chiefs Jehu Chesson 6′ 2″ 204 WR Michigan Compensatory Selection 140 New York Giants Wayne Gallman 6′ 0″ 215 RB Clemson 141 New York Jets Chad Hansen 6′ 2″ 202 WR California Compensatory Selections 142 Houston Texans Carlos Watkins 6′ 4″ 312 DT Clemson Compensatory Selections 143 Indianapolis Colts Marlon Mack 5′ 11″ 213 RB South Florida Compensatory Selections 144 Indianapolis Colts Grover Stewart 6′ 5″ 295 DL Albany State Compensatory Selections

Round 5 Pick Team Selection Height Weight Position School Comments 145 Denver Broncos Jake Butt 6′ 6″ 250 TE Michigan Broncos from Browns 146 San Francisco 49ers George Kittle 6′ 4″ 247 TE Iowa 147 Chicago Bears Jordan Morgan 6′ 4″ 320 OL Kutztown 148 Jacksonville Jaguars Blair Brown 6′ 0″ 240 LB Ohio 149 Atlanta Falcons Damontae Kazee 5′ 10″ 184 CB San Diego State Falcons from Bills 150 New York Jets Jordan Leggett 6′ 6″ 258 TE Clemson 151 Los Angeles Chargers Desmond King 5′ 10″ 201 DB Iowa 152 Carolina Panthers Corn Elder 5′ 10″ 183 DB Miami (FL) 153 Cincinnati Bengals Jake Elliott 5′ 10″ 165 K Memphis 154 Washington Redskins Jeremy Sprinkle 6′ 5″ 252 TE Arkansas Redskins from Saints 155 Tennessee Titans Jayon Brown 6′ 0″ 231 LB UCLA Titans from Eagles 156 Atlanta Falcons Brian Hill 6′ 1″ 219 RB Wyoming Falcons from Bills 157 Arizona Cardinals Will Holden 6′ 7″ 311 OL Vanderbilt 158 Indianapolis Colts Nate Hairston 6′ 0″ 196 CB Temple 159 Baltimore Ravens Jermaine Eluemunor 6′ 4″ 325 T Texas A&M 160 Cleveland Browns Roderick Johnson 6′ 7″ 299 T Florida State Browns from Jets 161 Indianapolis Colts Anthony Walker Jr. 6′ 1″ 235 LB Northwestern Colts from 49ers 162 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Jeremy McNichols 5′ 9″ 214 RB Boise State 163 Buffalo Bills Matt Milano 6′ 0″ 223 LB Boston College Bills from Patriots 164 Miami Dolphins Isaac Asiata 6′ 3″ 335 T Utah Dolphins from Eagles 165 Detroit Lions Jamal Agnew 5′ 10″ 193 CB San Diego 166 Philadelphia Eagles Shelton Gibson 6′ 0″ 198 WR West Virginia Eagles from Dolphins 167 New York Giants Avery Moss 6′ 3″ 264 DE Youngstown State 168 Oakland Raiders Marquel Lee 6′ 3″ 235 LB Wake Forest 169 Houston Texans Treston Decoud 6′ 3″ 208 CB Oregon State 170 Minnesota Vikings Rodney Adams 6′ 1″ 190 WR South Florida Vikings from Chiefs 171 Buffalo Bills Nathan Peterman 6′ 2″ 225 QB Pittsburgh Bills from Cowboys 172 Denver Broncos Isaiah McKenzie 5′ 8″ 173 WR Georgia Broncos from Packers 173 Pittsburgh Steelers Brian Allen 6′ 3″ 205 DB Utah 174 Atlanta Falcons Eric Saubert 6′ 5″ 253 TE Drake 175 Green Bay Packers DeAngelo Yancey 6′ 2″ 205 WR Purdue Packers from Broncos 176 Cincinnati Bengals J.J. Dielman 6′ 5″ 300 OL Utah Compensatory Selection 177 San Francisco 49ers Trent Taylor 5′ 8″ 179 WR Louisiana Tech Compensatory Selection 178 Miami Dolphins Davon Godchaux 6′ 3″ 310 DT LSU Compensatory Selection 179 Arizona Cardinals T.J. Logan 5′ 10″ 190 RB North Carolina Compensatory Selection 180 Minnesota Vikings Danny Isidora 6′ 4″ 306 OL Miami (FL) Compensatory Selection 181 New York Jets Dylan Donahue 6′ 3″ 240 DL West Georgia Compensatory Selection 182 Green Bay Packers Aaron Jones 5′ 9″ 205 RB UTEP Compensatory Selection 183 Kansas City Chiefs Ukeme Eligwe 6′ 2″ 239 LB Georgia Southern Compensatory Selection 184 Philadelphia Eagles Nathan Gerry 6′ 2″ 218 S Nebraska Compensatory Selection

Round 6 Pick Team Selection Height Weight Position School Comments 185 Cleveland Browns Caleb Brantley 6′ 3″ 307 DL Florida 186 Baltimore Ravens Chuck Clark 6′ 0″ 208 S Virginia Tech Ravens from 49ers 187 Seattle Seahawks Mike Tyson 6′ 1″ 204 S Cincinnati Seahawks from Jaguars 188 New York Jets Elijah McGuire 5′ 10″ 214 RB Louisiana-Lafayette Jets from Browns 189 Los Angeles Rams Tanzel Smart 6′ 1″ 296 DT Tulane 190 Los Angeles Chargers Sam Tevi 6′ 5″ 311 T Utah 191 Dallas Cowboys Xavier Woods 5′ 11″ 219 S Louisiana Tech Cowboys from Jets 192 Carolina Panthers Alex Armah LB West Georgia 193 Cincinnati Bengals Jordan Evans 6′ 2″ 233 LB Oklahoma Vikings from Bengals 194 Miami Dolphins Vincent Taylor 6′ 3″ 304 DT Oklahoma State Dolphins from Eagles 195 Buffalo Bills Tanner Vallejo 6′ 1″ 228 LB Boise State 196 New Orleans Saints Al-Quadin Muhammad 6′ 4″ 250 DE Miami (FL) 197 New York Jets Jeremy Clark 6′ 3″ 220 CB Michigan Jets from Rams 198 San Francisco 49ers D.J. Jones 6′ 0″ 321 DT Ole Miss 49ers from Ravens 199 Washington Redskins Chase Roullier 6′ 4″ 312 G Wyoming Redskins from Vikings 200 New York Giants Adam Bisnowaty 6′ 6″ 304 OL Pittsburgh Giants from Titans 201 Minnesota Vikings Bucky Hodges 6′ 6″ 257 TE Virginia Tech Vikings from Redskins 202 San Francisco 49ers Pita Taumoepenu 6′ 1″ 243 DE Utah 49ers from Broncos 203 Denver Broncos De’Angelo Henderson 5′ 7″ 208 RB Coastal Carolina Broncos from Titans 204 New York Jets Derrick Jones 6′ 2″ 188 CB Ole Miss Jets from Buccaneers 205 Detroit Lions Jeremiah Ledbetter 6′ 3″ 280 DE Arkansas 206 Los Angeles Rams Sam Rogers 5′ 10″ 231 FB Virginia Tech Rams from Dolphins 207 Cincinnati Bengals Brandon Wilson 5′ 11″ 200 RB Houston Bengals from Titans 208 Arizona Cardinals Johnathan Ford 6′ 0″ 204 DB Auburn Cardinals from Raiders 209 Washington Redskins Robert Davis 6′ 3″ 220 WR Georgia State Redskins from Texans 210 Seattle Seahawks Justin Senior 6′ 5″ 322 OL Mississippi State 211 New England Patriots Conor McDermott 6′ 8″ 307 OL UCLA Patriots from Cowboys 212 Green Bay Packers Kofi Amichia 6′ 4″ 297 T South Florida 213 Pittsburgh Steelers Colin Holba 6′ 5″ 245 C Louisville 214 Philadelphia Eagles Elijah Qualls 6′ 1″ 313 DL Washington Eagles from Titans 215 Detroit Lions Brad Kaaya 6′ 4″ 214 QB Miami (FL) Lions from Patriots 216 Dallas Cowboys Marquez White 6′ 0″ 194 DB Florida State Compensatory Selection 217 Tennessee Titans Corey Levin 6′ 4″ 307 G Chattanooga Compensatory Selection 218 Kansas City Chiefs Leon McQuay III 6′ 1″ 195 S USC Compensatory Selection

Round 7 Pick Team Selection Height Weight Position School Comments 219 Minnesota Vikings Stacy Coley 6′ 0″ 195 WR Miami (FL) Vikings from 49ers 220 Minnesota Vikings Ifeadi Odenigbo 6′ 3″ 258 DE Northwestern Vikings from Redskins 221 Oakland Raiders Shalom Luani 5′ 11″ 202 S Washington State Raiders from Cardinals 222 Jacksonville Jaguars Jalen Myrick 5′ 10″ 200 DB Minnesota 223 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Stevie Tu’ikolovatu 6′ 1″ 320 DT USC Buccaneers from Dolphins 224 Cleveland Browns Zane Gonzalez 6′ 0″ 202 K Arizona State Browns from Jets 225 Los Angeles Chargers Isaac Rochell 6′ 4″ 282 DE Notre Dame 226 Seattle Seahawks David Moore 6′ 2″ 225 WR East Central Seahawks from Panthers 227 Tennessee Titans Josh Carraway 6′ 3″ 241 DE TCU Titans from Bengals 228 Dallas Cowboys Joey Ivie 6′ 3″ 301 DT Florida Cowboys from Bills 229 San Francisco 49ers Adrian Colbert 6′ 2″ 205 CB Miami (FL) 49ers from Saints 230 Washington Redskins Josh Harvey-Clemons 6′ 4″ 217 S Louisville Redskins from Vikings 231 Oakland Raiders Jylan Ware 6′ 8″ 275 OL Alabama State Raiders from Cardinals 232 Minnesota Vikings Elijah Lee 6′ 3″ 228 LB Kansas State 233 Carolina Panthers Harrison Butker 6′ 3″ 210 K Georgia Tech Panthers from Colts 234 Los Angeles Rams Ejuan Price 5′ 11″ 241 DL Pittsburgh Rams from Ravens 235 Washington Redskins Joshua Holsey 5′ 11″ 195 CB Auburn 236 Tennessee Titans Brad Seaton 6′ 7″ 310 T Villanova 237 Miami Dolphins Isaiah Ford 6′ 1″ 194 WR Virginia Tech Dolphins from Buccaneers 238 Green Bay Packers Devante Mays 5′ 11″ 230 RB Utah State Packers from Broncos 239 Dallas Cowboys Noah Brown 6′ 2″ 222 WR Ohio State Cowboys from Patriots 240 Jacksonville Jaguars Marquez Williams 6′ 1″ 280 FB Miami (FL) Jaguars from Dolphins 241 Tennessee Titans Khalfani Muhammad 5′ 9″ 175 RB California Titans from Giants 242 Oakland Raiders Elijah Hood 6′ 0″ 220 RB North Carolina 243 Houston Texans Kyle Fuller 6′ 5″ 315 C Baylor 244 Oakland Raiders Treyvon Hester 6′ 2″ 300 DT Toledo Raiders from Seahawks 245 Minnesota Vikings Jack Tocho 6′ 0″ 202 CB North Carolina State Vikings from Chiefs 246 Dallas Cowboys Jordan Carrell 6′ 3″ 300 DE Colorado 247 Green Bay Packers Malachi Dupre 6′ 3″ 196 WR LSU 248 Pittsburgh Steelers Keion Adams 6′ 3″ 230 DE Western Michigan 249 Seattle Seahawks Chris Carson 6′ 0″ 218 RB Oklahoma State Seahawks from Falcons 250 Detroit Lions Pat O’Connor 6′ 4″ 270 DE Eastern Michigan Lions from Patriots 251 Cincinnati Bengals Mason Schreck 6′ 4″ 258 TE Buffalo Compensatory Selection 252 Cleveland Browns Matthew Dayes 5′ 9″ 203 RB North Carolina State Compensatory Selection 253 Denver Broncos Chad Kelly 6′ 2″ 224 QB Ole Miss Compensatory Selection

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NFL draft grades 2017: Day 2 shows off the strengths of the draft

Trades dominated the first part of round two while teams targeted defensive backs

The second day of the 2017 NFL draft showed off the depth of this year’s selection process. Many of the players taken on Friday were considered at some point a first-round pick.

The early part of the day was dominated by several trades and defensive backs. In fact, the second round featured 10 defensive backs and 25 players on defense in total.

Late in the day teams were taking players with specific traits they can develop. The value wasn’t always there, but there was potential. The letter grades for each team were decided on a number of factors: Relative value, need, system fit, risk and potential.

Arizona Cardinals

2-36: Budda Baker, S, Washington

3-98: Chad Williams, WR, Grambling State

When Arizona moved up in the second round, many thought it would be for quarterbacks DeShone Kizer or Davis Webb. Maybe it should have been. The Cardinals might have taken a quarterback in the first round if there wasn’t a run, then they punted on the position and gave up multiple picks to get Baker. He’s obviously a good fit, and there’s a need after the Cardinals lost Tony Jefferson. He should play well there. But if Arizona wants a developmental quarterback – and they do – they passed on some good ones.

Williams was a surprise choice in the third round. He was productive at Grambling thanks to his speed and ability to go up and get the ball. He needs to get better running routes, but he’ll learn from the master in Larry Fitzgerald.

Grade: B-

Atlanta Falcons

3-75: Duke Riley, LB, LSU

After Dan Feeney got picked a little bit before Atlanta’s third-round selection, the Falcons were put in a tough spot to fill the biggest need on the roster. Riley was a decent fall back. He replaced current Falcon Deion Jones and has a similar playing style. He’s just not as exciting of an athlete as Jones. He does, however, have good instincts and he can stay on the field for three downs. He’s not the best at getting off blocks and he doesn’t play with a ton of power, but he fits the system.

Grade: B-

Baltimore Ravens

2-47: Tyus Bowser, OLB, Houston

3-74: Chris Wormley, DL, Michigan

3-76: Tim Williams, OLB, Alabama

The Ravens an edge rusher, and got one in the ultra-athletic Bowser. He had 8.5 sacks last season and Houston, for some reason, didn’t rush him that much. Bowser has the speed to play tight ends and might just be scratching his potential.

Wormley in the third round is a really good system fit for the Ravens. He can play all over the line and gives the Ravens another player who can disrupt the pocket. That’s also the case for Williams who is a pass rush specialist. He doesn’t provide much else, but he could be an excellent sub-package addition. There were some wide receivers available at No. 76 that could offer a greater impact.

Grade: B

Buffalo Bills

2-37: Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina

2-63: Dion Dawkins, OT, Temple

The Bills needed to get a pass catcher in this draft, and they got one of the surest ones in this year’s draft. Jones is production personified with 399 career receptions for 4,279 yards and 23 touchdowns. The fit is a natural one and the trade Buffalo made for it was necessary.

Buffalo jumped back into the second round with speculation they could be after a quarterback. Instead they went with the big blocker in Dawkins. He played left tackle at Temple, but should slot into the right side for the Bills.

Grade: B+

Carolina Panthers

2-40: Curtis Samuel, WR/RB, Ohio State

2-64: Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan

3-77: Daeshon Hall, DE, Texas A&M

The Panthers doubled up on all-around threats on offense by getting Samuel to go along with first-round pick Christian McCaffrey. Samuel is a speedy player who can work out of the slot and get deep. In that regard he fits the system. At some point, however, the Panthers need to get a pass rusher or two. The Panthers are going to be fun on offense, and they’ll have to be good since the defense is lacking in edge rushers.

Moton is a right tackle or guard for the Panthers. He started 52 games for Western and upgrades Carolina’s line. Hall was the smart pick at No. 77. He was a little hot and cold as a pass rusher, but he’s a good all around player and a good replacement for Kony Ealy.

Grade: C+

Chicago Bears

2-45: Adam Shaheen, TE, Ashland

After trading up to get Mitchell Trubisky in the first round, the Bears smartly traded back in the second round to get more picks. That factors into this grade, and will alter Chicago’s as a whole. Shaheen, the team’s second-round pick, is a nice pairing to go along with Trubisky. The small-school tight end is a big athlete with a ton of upside.

Grade: B

Cincinnati Bengals

2-48: Joe Mixon, RB, Oklahoma

2-73: Jordan Willis, DE, Kansas State

Perhaps no team did more work on Mixon than the Bengals leading up to the draft. It’s easy to see why teams wouldn’t take Mixon, and a ton of teams didn’t have them on their draft board. But Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis has never shied away from taking in players with issues. On the field Mixon is impressive with his mixture of size and speed.

Willis in the third round could go down as one of the bigger steals of the draft. He’s a stellar athlete wand gives the Bengals the pass rusher they need. If Willis can be more consistent he could be a double digit sack player for Cincinnati.

Grade: B

Cleveland Browns

2-52: DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre Dame

3-64: Larry Ogunjobi, DT, Charlotte

After skipping on quarterback in the first round, the Browns got their quarterback in Kizer. At 6’4 and 233 pounds he’s a fit in the AFC North. The issue is that his accuracy is spotty and he seemed to rub Notre Dame coaches the wrong way. Cleveland needed to get a quarterback, but it shouldn’t stop them from taking one in the first round in 2018.

Ogunjobi will be the three-technique defensive lineman the Browns need. Charlotte played him over the nose but he can shoot the gap fairly well. The issue on day two for the Browns is that they still haven’t found players in the secondary.

Grade: B-

Dallas Cowboys

2-60: Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Colorado

3-92: Jourdan Lewis, CB, Michigan

I love the pick of Awuzie. He was easily the top cornerback available at No. 60 and can do a little of everything really well. The Cowboys need some toughness in their secondary and he provides it. He can blitz the edge, play the slot and will get physical at the line of scrimmage.

Lewis was a productive player at Michigan, but because of his off-field stuff some teams didn’t have him on their draft board. Lewis doesn’t have amazing athleticism or size, but his instincts are great for a cornerback and he can make plays. Dallas had to fix their secondary and took steps to do so on day two of the draft.

Grade: B+

Denver Broncos

2-51: DeMarcus Walker, DE, Florida State

3-82: Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech

3-101: Brendan Langley, CB, Lamar

Denver obviously needed to add talent up front on defense, and Walker can do it. He’s a power end that fits the system nicely. He’s a player I had pegged as a third rounder, however.

The Broncos got a solid receiver in Henderson in the third round. He’s a speedy receiver who can play the slot or outside and help in the kick return game. He can take the top off defenses on vertical routes. He’s also a strong blocker for a receiver. Langley, a Georgia transfer, has solid ball skills and knows how to press. He’s more of a developmental selection. Is taking a fourth cornerback the right choice at 101?

Grade: C

Detroit Lions

2-53: Teez Tabor, CB, Florida

3-96: Kenny Golladay, WR, Northern Illinois

When Tabor ran poorly at the NFL Scouting Combine and his pro day he dropped from a possible first-round pick to this range. He’s excellent as an off-man cornerback and should start straight away fro the Lions.

Golladay was something of a surprise third-round pick. He’s a big receiver with some speed, but he needs to catch with his hands better and run crisper routes. Are the Lions going to take a player who can get after the quarterback at some point?

Grade: C

Green Bay Packers

2-33: Kevin King, CB, Washington

2-61: Josh Jones, S, North Carolina State

3--93: Montravius Adams, DT, Auburn

The Packers could have easily auctioned the 33rd pick off to the highest bidder, but they smartly stood on it and made a pick that combines need and value. King had 26 career passes defended at Washington and knows how to make a play. This was a pick the Packers needed to make.

Jones as a smart choice with the second pick in the second round. North Carolina State moved Jones all over the place and can line up at safety and cornerback. He fits the system. Green Bay continued their run on defense with Adams. He had some excellent games at Auburn and has good interior pass rush moves and quickness. If the Packers can get him to play hard every game he can perform like a first-round pick.

Grade: A

Houston Texans

2-57: Zach Cunningham, LB, Vanderbilt

3-89: D’onta Foreman, RB, Texas

The obvious comparison for Cunningham is Benardrick McKinney, so you can understand the system fit. Cunningham can struggle to get off blocks, but he’s a good athlete and moves smoothly in space. The value is good.

Foreman is a nice backup for Lamar Miller. He’s a powerful running back who gets up to speed in a hurry. He’s not much as a pass catcher, and he’s sort of straight line as a back.

Grade: B

Indianapolis Colts

2-45: Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida

3-80: Tarell Basham, DE/OLB, Ohio

If the Colts wanted players who can get turnovers, they’ve done it with Wilson and Malik Hooker. Wilson had six career interceptions and excels when he can use his size and strength to press receivers at the line of scrimmage. This pick could have been a pass rusher, but their secondary is now fully transformed.

The choice of Basham in the third round was one of my favorite picks of the day. Indianapolis had to get a pass rusher this draft and got one who has a good burst and power. He might need to stand up for the Colts more than he’s used to.

Grade: B

Jacksonville Jaguars

2-34: Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama

3-68: Dawuane Smoot, DE, Illinois

If there was an offensive lineman worth a top five pick the Jaguars should have taken him. There wasn’t, but they got a player who some thought had top five talent at one point in his college career. Robinson can be put anywhere on the line. He’s pro-ready as a run blocker and should get better as a pass blocker.

Some thought the Jaguars would have taken a pass rusher in the round, but they waited until the third to get one in Smoot.

Grade: B+

Kansas City Chiefs

2-59: Tanoh Kpassagnon, DE, Villanova

3-86: Kareem Hunt, RB, Toledo

There is a ton of upside with Kpassagnon. He’s a massive athlete that will fit nicely on the Chiefs’ defensive line. But like the pick of Patrick Mahomes you’re probably not taking him to get a lot of return in 2017. Kpassagnon needs to play with better balance and leverage, but he has the talent to get there.

To me, Hunt is the best pick the Chiefs have made yet. There’s no reason he can’t become the lead back in Kansas City and accumulate more than 1,000 yards from scrimmage as a rookie.

Grade: B-

Los Angeles Chargers

2-38: Forrest Lamp, G, Western Kentucky

3-71: Dan Feeney, G, Indiana

The additions of Lamp and receiver Mike Williams should make Philip Rivers extremely happy. Lamp is one of the draft’s best players and a sure thing. He’ll work at guard or center for the Chargers and boost the team’s run and pass game. Smart pick.

I like Feeney as a player as well, but does taking a second interior blocker make sense instead of getting a defensive back? This will keep Rivers upright obviously, so it’s hard to hate the pick too much.

Grade: B

Los Angeles Rams

2-44: Gerald Everett, TE, South Alabama

2-69: Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington

3-91: John Johnson, S, Boston College

With their first pick, it was obvious the Rams needed to get a pass catcher. They were able to trade back a bit, accumulate a pick they needed badly and still get a pass catcher in Everett. He’s the modern tight end and can be their Jordan Reed. He is at his best in space and will help Jared Goff in the short passing game. The value didn’t quite match the need for me.

The pick of Kupp was a solid one after JuJu Smith-Schuster was off the board. Kupp catches pretty much everything thrown his way. He’s not a flashy player, but he’s another receiver who will hopefully accelerate Goff’s development. Johnson in the third round is a dependable player. He’s not an overly flashy player, but he’s solid in coverage and decent enough coming up against the run. He needs to get better as a tackler.

Grade: C+

Miami Dolphins

2-54: Raekwon McMillan, LB, Ohio State

3-97: Cordrea Tankersley, CB, Clemson

Many thought the Dolphins would take a middle linebacker in the first round when they picked pass rusher Charles Harris. Instead they waited and got a good player in McMillan. He’s a classic thumper linebacker who will help the team’s run defense.

Tankersley was a good, necessary, pick in the third round. The Dolphins badly need talent at cornerback and got a player some thought would be picked in the second round. Tankersley has solid size, got better every year at Clemson and has good play recognition (29 passes defended in the past two seasons).

Grade: B-

Minnesota Vikings

2-41: Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State

3-70: Pat Elflein, C, Ohio State

The Vikings needed to get a running back and they moved up to No. 41 and got the best one in this year’s draft. Cook is electric when he has the ball. I don’t care how he tested at the NFL Scouting Combine. On the field he’s a playmaker who runs with speed, shiftiness and enough power. With Cook it doesn’t matter if the offensive line is bad. He can make plays on his own.

Elflein is a great pick in the third round for Minnesota. He’s a smart blocker who played in 54 games who can work into the starting lineup as a rookie for the Vikings. He could be a Pro Bowl player in a hurry for Minnesota.

Grade: A+

New England Patriots

3-83: Derek Rivers, DE, Youngstown State

3-85: Antonio Garcia, OT, Troy

Of course the Patriots can sit back and let the draft come to them and ace their first pick. Rivers is a stellar pass rusher who plays with a high motor and can play standing up or with his hand in the dirt. New England needed a pass rusher and Rivers could push for a lot of snaps early in his career.

Garcia a couple picks later was a smart choice as well. He’s an athletic and experienced left tackle who could push to start at some point soon for New England.

Grade: A

New Orleans Saints

2-42: Marcus Williams, S, Utah

3-67: Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee

3-76: Alex Anzalone, LB, Florida

3-103: Trey Hendrickson, DE, Florida Atlantic

Instead of getting a pass rusher in the second round – and there were a few available – New Orleans decided to continue a run on the secondary with Williams. The three-year starter at Utah is at his best in single-high coverage. Adding him with first-round pick Marshon Lattimore should tell you what the Saints think of their pass coverage.

There was some talk that Kamara could be a first-round pick, and the Saints basically used a second to get him by trading a pick from that round in 2018 to make the pick. Kamara is a nice player to pair with Mark Ingram. He’s got good speed, can be put in the slot and can do some things on special teams.

Anzalone is a solid linebacker who moves well and is a sound tackler. The big knock on him is health and durability. The Saints finally got a pass rusher late in the third round with Hendrickson. He has unique athletic numbers for the position, but it didn’t always show up in games.

Grade: B-

New York Giants

2-55: Dalvin Tomlinson, DT, Alabama

3-87: Davis Webb, QB, California

When the Giants let Johnathan Hankins walk in free agency it opened up a need in the middle. As long as Tomlinson can stay healthy – he’s had knee issues in the past – he fits the role nicely. The 55th pick was a little high for me.

The Giants were expected to take a quarterback in this draft, and they got one in Webb. It was smart to take him instead of waiting longer. Webb is a football junkie with solid tools for a quarterback. He’s in a good situation with the Giants to learn behind Eli Manning for a season or two.

Grade: B-

New York Jets

2-39: Marcus Maye, S, Florida

3-79: ArDarius Stewart, WR, Alabama

Maye, along with Jamal Adams, fixes New York’s issue at safety. I’m not as big of a fan of Maye as others. He’s a speedy safety who is at his best in the box finding the ball and chasing it. As a single high safety he leaves a bit to be desired.

In the third round the Jets picked up Stewart, who was a solid value selection. He fits a need for the Jets, assuming they have a quarterback who can get him the ball. They might not.

Grade: C+

Oakland Raiders

2-56: Obi Melifonwu, S, Connecticut

3-88: Eddie Vanderdoes, DT, UCLA

I really thought this pick was going to be Vanderbilt linebacker Zach Cunningham, but Melifonwu is a nice pickup. He can come up and play like a linebacker but he has really impressive athlete to be developed as a coverage player. A 6’4 super athlete in the secondary is so very Raiders.

Vanderdoes is a powerhouse defensive tackle. He’s going to be the defensive tackle the Raiders need to take up blockers and stuff the run. He was a much better player in 2014 before injuries slowed him down. If he can work on his stamina and shape and stay healthy, the Raiders found a good player. But those are large ifs.

Grade: B

Philadelphia Eagles

2-43: Sidney Jones, CB, Washington

3-99: Rasul Douglas, CB, West Virginia

As long as Jones is healthy he’s a great choice for the Eagles. Before he got hurt at his pro day he was expected to be a top 20 pick. The Eagles came into draft weekend desperately in need to talent at cornerback and Jones provides it. That, of course, is assuming he can get on the field early in his career.

Taking Douglas in the next round was a savvy move. Both could develop into starters for the Eagles in a hurry. Douglas has good measurables and knows how to use his size and strength advantage on the outside. Sometimes he can get too aggressive, but if he can refine his game he’ll outplay his draft slot.

Grade: B-

Pittsburgh Steelers

2-62: JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, Southern California

3-94: Cameron Sutton, CB, Tennessee

3-104: James Conner, RB, Pittsburgh

There are moments where Smith-Schuster looked like a first-round pick at USC. He’s a physical pass catcher who is a little bit like Anquan Boldin after the catch. The issue with the pick is how many targets Smith-Schuster might see in a packed wide receiver group in Pittsburgh.

Sutton is a player who, a couple years ago, some considered a potential first-round pick. Injuries, though, devastated him. He has some extra value as a punt returner. Conner is one of the great stories of this draft. He’s in a good spot in Pittsburgh where he can eat up short yardage and vulture touchdowns from Le’Veon Ball inside the five-yard line.

Grade: B-

San Francisco 49ers

3-66: Ahkello Witherspoon, CB, Colorado

3-104: C.J. Beathard, QB, Iowa

Witherspoon was overlooked some at Colorado playing opposite Chidobe Awuzie, but he has some good physical skills in his game and has good growth potential. He’s a little spotty right now, but his size is too intriguing to let slide further in the draft.

The San Francisco grade gets a little bit of a boost after trading the 67th pick to the Saints for a 2018 second-round pick. On a team that’s starting to build from the ground up, acquiring assets higher in the draft is the smart move.

The team finished the third day by trading back into the third round to take Beathard. That was weird. He doesn’t have a lot of flash or arm strength in his game. I had a higher grade on Nathan Peterman of Pittsburgh.

Grade: C

Seattle Seahawks

2-35: Malik McDowell, DL, Michigan State

2-58: Ethan Pocic, G/C, LSU

3-90: Shaquill Griffin, CB, Central Florida

3-95: Delano Hill, S, Michigan

3-102: Nazair Jones, DT, North Carolina

3-106: Amara Darboh, WR, Michigan

The knock on McDowell is that he runs hot and cold and needs to be motivated. Seattle and the competitive environment they have is a great place for him to be. McDowell fits as a movable defensive lineman. But to pass on offensive linemen multiple times is a risky proposition.

Pocic was a really good pick at No. 58 and makes up some for not taking an offensive lineman earlier. He’s a little big for a center but he has excellent football smarts and is a really good athlete on the line. His fit in Seattle is perfect. He’ll remind Seahawks fans of Max Unger. Griffin is a athletic cornerback with good instincts. He was inconsistent, though. Hill was overshadowed on a loaded Michigan defense. Hill is a good at coming up against the run, but doesn’t provide a ton as a coverage player. He can be a good understudy for Kam Chancellor and help on special teams.

Some thought if Jones returned for his senior season he’d develop into a first-round player. This could be a sneaky steal late in the third round. Darboh flashed at times for Michigan. He runs really good routes and has good hands. He’s not going to beat defenders with speed, but he’s going to be a player.

Grade: B

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

2-50: Justin Evans, S, Texas A&M

2-84: Chris Godwin, WR, Penn State

3-107: Kendall Beckwith, MLB, LSU

The Buccaneers had to get a safety this draft, and Evans is an aggressive tackler with solid range. I viewed him more as a third round player. He should start for Tampa Bay, but he needs to get more consistent as a tackler.

Godwin really came on late in the draft process thanks to some excellent workout numbers. He might not be a No. 1 wideout, but for the Buccaneers he doesn’t have to be. Beckwith would have gone higher in the draft had he not tore his ACL in November. He’s good at coming up against the run and could be used in a pinch playing outside. He’s not much dropping back in coverage, so he might only be a two-down player.

Grade: C-

Tennessee Titans

3-72: Taywan Taylor, WR, Western Kentucky

3-100: Jonnu Smith, TE, Florida International

Taylor, who had great production at WKU, will be an excellent slot player for the Titans. He’s another weapon for Marcus Mariota to go along with first-round pick Corey Davis. Giving up a fourth-round pick didn’t make a lot of sense considering the other wide receivers available.

Smith is a movable receiver who can work inline, in the slot and coming out of the backfield to create mismatches. He’s a good athlete and plays with speed.

Grade: C+

Washington

2-49: Ryan Anderson, LB, Alabama

3-81: Fabian Moreau, CB, UCLA

Often overshadowed at Alabama, Anderson is a physical pass rusher who excels at getting under blockers and using leverage. Washington needed to get better on third downs and Anderson does it thanks to his all-around game and tenacity.

If Moreau were healthy he would have been a high second-round pick. He plays with good speed, is a solid tackler and can turn and run with receivers. He doesn’t have the best hands, though, and is coming off a torn pectoral muscle.

Grade: B-

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Mel Kiper gets a B for telling every team how to get an A in his latest NFL mock draft

There were some questionable picks, but not many.

In Mel Kiper’s latest mock draft, he goes three full rounds and makes each pick based on what each team really needs. Kiper approaches the whole mock draft with choices that would earn each team an A, and we’re inclined to disagree on some of his selections. We give this mock a B.

This is a slightly different approach from Kiper, because it ignores the rumors about players each team may be interested and focuses solely on needs. Still, we have a pretty good idea of how each team can win or lose on draft day, and Kiper made some picks we didn’t necessarily agree with.

Cleveland Browns: A

Kiper believes the Browns should draft Myles Garrett and Mitchell Trubisky. Both players have the potential to be franchise cornerstones. Jourdan Lewis and Josh Jones have the speed and athleticism to bolster Cleveland’s mediocre secondary, and Kareem Hunt can use his size and speed to wreak havoc out the backfield.

San Francisco 49ers: A

Piper has the 49ers selecting Solomon Thomas with the second overall pick. Thomas is a relentless pass rusher with speed and power. Drafting quarterback Patrick Mahomes II in the second round is a great idea because he has a huge arm and can make plays with his legs. Quincy Wilson is a physical cornerback who can line up against bigger receivers.

Chicago Bears: B

The Bears have a lot of needs, and Kiper addressed three of them with these picks. Jamal Adams would be an instant upgrade for Chicago at safety, and defensive end DeMarcus Walker has the versatility to be an impact player right away. Cornerback Damontae Kazee is a bit of a surprise in the third round, and he may be a reach there.

Jacksonville Jaguars: B

Kiper has Jonathan Allen going to Jacksonville in the first, and notes how disruptive Allen would be next to Malik Jackson. He’s right, and it’s a great pick, as is tight end Evan Engram in the second. Engram would fill the void left by the team’s decision to trade Julius Thomas to the Dolphins. Versatile offensive lineman Aviante Collins fills a need, but he’s a developmental prospect and a reach in the third round.

Tennessee Titans: B

Kiper thinks Rueben Foster should go to Tennessee. That would be a great selection for the Titans because he is an every-down linebacker who can cover tight ends and track down running backs. Tennessee recently released Jason McCourty, so drafting Marlon Humphrey would be a great move because he can step in and start immediately. Mack Hollins and Bucky Hodges would give Marcus Mariota two big-bodied targets on the perimeter.

New York Jets: C

O.J. Howard is a good tight end and should have a great career in the NFL, but Kiper has the Jets using the sixth pick on him. He’s a reliable pass-catcher, but this selection would be a huge reach. DeShaun Watson can come in and line up under center in Week 1. He’s a dual-threat quarterback who could immediately bolster the Jets’ offense. Dan Feeney is a solid offensive lineman who can carve out space in the run game. Alex Anzalone’s collegiate career was plagued with injures, but he’s an athletic linebacker.

Los Angeles Chargers: A

Kiper thinks Los Angeles should draft Mike Williams in the first round, which would give Phillip Rivers a huge target to throw to. Keenan Allen is a great receiver, but he’s missed a lot of games in his career due to injuries. Dion Dawkins was a solid left tackle in college, but he’ll likely move to guard. He’s a solid pass protecter and should help keep Philip Rivers upright. Jaleel Johnson could help Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram rush the passer.

Carolina Panthers: B

Christian McCaffrey is one of the best running backs in this draft, and Kiper thinks he’ll end up in Carolina. This wouldn't be a bad selection because he has the athleticism to take handoffs and run routes as a receiver. However, he isn't an every-down back. Jordan Willis can rush the passer with speed. Taylor Moton played left tackle at Western Michigan, and Adam Bisnowaty played right tackle at Pittsburgh. Both are decent linemen.

Cincinnati Bengals: A

Haason Reddick is a talented pass rusher, and Kiper thinks Cincinnati should use its first-round pick on Reddick. Chris Wormley is another great pass rusher who can get to the quarterback with ease. JuJu Smith-Schuster is a physical receiver who can line up in the slot, on the perimeter, and deliver bone-crushing blocks. He could take a lot of pressure off of A.J. Green.

Buffalo Bills: B

Jabrill Peppers is arguably the most versatile player in the draft, and Kiper has him going to the Bills in the first round. Yes, the Bills do have a solid tight end in Charles Clay, but he hasn't lived up to expectations. Drafting David Njoku would make sense, but he needs time to develop. After the Bills lost Robert Woods to the Los Angeles Rams, they desperately need another receiver. Cooper Kupp, like Woods, is an excellent route runner who can play in the slot.

New Orleans Saints: A

After trading Brandin Cooks to the New England Patriots, the Saints have two first round picks, and Kiper believes they should use those selections on cornerbacks Marshon Lattimore and Adoree' Jackson. Lattimore is a big corner who likes to get physical with receivers. Jackson has the speed and coverage skills to play in the slot. Curtis Samuel is a dynamic receiver who can make plays from anywhere on the field. Joshua Dobbs is a project quarterback, but he has the potential to develop into a starter. Derek Rivers is a lethal pass rusher with 41 career sacks.

Arizona Cardinals: B

The Cardinals need another game-changer on offense, so Kiper thinks they should draft speedster Corey Davis. Davis is deep threat with excellent acceleration. Arizona’s defensive backfield consists of Patrick Peterson and Tyrann Mathieu, but adding Desmond King to the mix would be a good idea. King is a playmaker with 14 career interceptions. Raekwon McMillan must improve his coverage skills, but he’s a reliable tackler at the linebacker position.

Philadelphia Eagles: B

The Eagles’s front seven is strong, but their defensive backfield has holes. Nolan Carroll walked in free agency, so Kiper thinks Philadelphia should select cornerback Gareon Conley. Conley is a press-corner who can play outside and in the slot. Marcus Maye is physical, bid-bodied safety who can play in the box to stop the run. Tanoh Kpassagnon is a huge defensive end who can produce right away.

Indianapolis Colts: B

The Colts emphasized defense in free agency, and Kiper uses two of Indy’s picks on offensive players in this mock. He has the Colts taking running back Leonard Fournette at No. 15, and guard Jermaine Eluemunor in the third. Malik McDowell, Kiper’s second-round pick for the Colts, is talented but inconsistent, primarily because of his effort.

Baltimore Ravens: A

The Ravens get Mocking the Draft’s Dan Kadar’s top guard with Forrest Lamp at No. 16, and then fill a need with outside linebacker T.J. Watt in the second. Kiper rounds things out for Baltimore with tight end Jake Butt and wide receiver Carlos Henderson in the third. Butt would be a great value in the third. He’s likely to fall because he’s coming off of a torn ACL.

Washington: A

Smart picks all around for Washington. Kiper has them taking Ohio State’s Malik Hooker in the first, and he would be a fantastic addition. Running back Dalvin Cook is a great choice in the second round, and Kiper rounded out Washington’s picks by filling a need with defensive tackle Montravius Adams in the third.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: C

John Ross is an interesting player, and giving Jameis Winson a wide receiver trio of Mike Evans, DeSean Jackson and Ross is an intriguing option, but it seems unnecessary to use a first round pick on a receiver when that’s not a huge need for the Bucs. Safety is a need, and the Budda Baker pick is a good one, even though he’s undersized. Taking tight end Jordan Leggett instead of a running back or a defensive lineman in the third is questionable, too.

Denver Broncos: A

Kiper’s picks for the Broncos may be his best of this entire mock draft. He fills a glaring need at tackle with Ryan Ramczyk, who Mocking the Draft’s Dan Kadar sees as the top tackle in the draft. Ramczyk isn’t a reach at No. 20, either. Athletic tight end Adam Shaheen goes to Denver in the second, and the Broncos pick up defensive end Trey Hendrickson and wide receiver/return specialist Isaiah McKenzie in the third.

Detroit Lions: A

Kevin King would be a solid addition in the first for Detroit, and he and Darius Slay would make a formidable cornerback tandem. Joe Mixon has first-round talent, but he was caught on video punching a woman in the face, and that’s going to keep him off of plenty of teams’ draft boards, so he should be available for the Lions here. Tarell Basham is a talented defensive end who would be a smart pick in the third.

Miami Dolphins: A

Kiper hit all of the Dolphins’ biggest needs with linebacker Jarrad Davis, cornerback Chidobe Awuzie and offensive lineman Zach Banner. Awuzie in particular is an interesting prospect for the Dolphins because of his aggressive style of play. If he’s available at No. 54, he’d be a great pick up for Miami.

New York Giants: B

Tackle is probably a bigger need, especially with Jason Pierre-Paul and Olivier Vernon on the roster. But Kiper gives the Giants defensive end Charles Harris in the first. Safety Marcus Williams would make a great tandem with Landon Collins, and Samaje Perine would be a wise choice in the third for the Giants.

Oakland Raiders: A

Sensible choices for Oakland. The Raiders have some great pieces on defense to build around, and adding cornerback Tre’Davious White in the first and defensive tackle Carlos Watkins in the second is smart. In the third round, running back D’onta Foreman can contribute now, and assuming the Raiders do get Marshawn Lynch, Foreman can take on a heavier workload the next time Lynch retires.

Houston Texans: D

Tackle Cam Robinson is a good player who has the versatility to play guard, too, if necessary, but taking him in the first ignores the fact that the Texans need a quarterback. It’s not the strongest quarterback class, but ignoring the need altogether in the first and giving Houston Pitt’s Nathan Peterman in the second isn’t ideal. Wide receiver Taywan Taylor doesn’t make sense in the third round, either.

Seattle Seahawks: B

The Seahawks need tackles, and they get a good one in the first round with Garrett Bolles. Taking Ahkello Witherspoon in the second with other, more pressing needs, seems less than ideal, but Witherspoon does have the length and frame Pete Carroll covets in a cornerback. The rest of Kiper’s selections — defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi, outside linebacker Tim Williams, and defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson — are smart choices for Seattle.

Kansas City Chiefs: A

The Chiefs’ defense is a strength, but with Derrick Johnson coming off of a torn Achilles, taking inside backer Zach Cunningham in the first is a smart play. Kiper gives Alex Smith some playmakers to work with in the second and third rounds with wide receiver Chris Godwin and running back Alvin Kamara. The Chiefs grab Smith’s eventual replacement in the third, also, with DeShone Kizer. If Kizer falls that far, landing in Kansas City where he can develop behind Smith for now would be an ideal situation.

Dallas Cowboys: A

Pass rusher, cornerback and tight end are the Cowboys’ biggest needs, and Kiper fills them all with good fits in this mock. Tennessee’s Derek Barnett was a force in college and can disrupt the passer. Cornerback Fabian Moreau would be a welcome addition after the departures of Morris Claiborne and Brandon Carr in free agency, and tight end Gerald Everett can develop while Jason Witten’s still around.

Green Bay Packers: B

Takkarist McKinley is a solid player and a good fit in Green Bay, but he doesn’t fill a pressing need for the Packers. Otherwise, Kiper’s selections are sensible. Cornerback and running back are more pressing needs for the Packers, and Sidney Jones and James Conner would fill those needs well.

Pittsburgh Steelers: A

Kiper picked players for Pittsburgh who would be great fits for the Steelers. Martavis Bryant’s suspension makes Zay Jones an interesting pick in the first. Outside linebacker Tyus Bowser, cornerback Rasul Douglas and inside linebacker Kendell Beckwith are all well suited for the Steelers defense.

Atlanta Falcons: A

Some analysts have been mocking a cornerback to the Falcons at No. 31, but that’s not actually a need for Atlanta. The Falcons are likely to target an edge rusher early, and safety and guard are also priorities. Kiper gives the Falcons defensive end Taco Charlton at No. 31, and he’ll fit in nicely with Atlanta’s defense. Obi Melifonwu would be a great addition to the Falcons’ defensive backfield, and guard Dorian Johnson in the third makes sense for Atlanta.

Los Angeles Rams: A

The Rams are missing a first round pick thanks to the trade up to select quarterback Jared Goff first overall last year. Kiper uses Los Angeles’ second and third-round picks wisely here, getting Goff some protection with tackle Antonio Garcia in the second and a playmaker in wide receiver ArDarius Stewart.

Minnesota Vikings: D

The Vikings don’t have any need more desperate than offensive line, and because of the way Kiper’s board shook out, he doesn’t have any to give them here. Still, it’s Minnesota’s biggest hole. Caleb Brantley has promise, but was inconsistent in college. Linebacker Duke Riley is inexperienced, and wide receiver Amara Darboh needs to develop, too.

New England Patriots: A

The Patriots don’t have any first or second-round picks this year because of trades, but they do have two third-rounders, and Kiper used them well. Defensive end Carl Lawson out of Auburn is a solid player, and Alabama’s Ryan Anderson is a complete linebacker who can rush the passer and stop the run.

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2017 NFL Mock Draft 2.0

1. Browns- Myles Garrett DE Texas A&M

No Brainer. Take Garrett and plug him in as a Day 1 Starter.

2. 49ers- Solomon Thomas DE Stanford

After signing Brian Hoyer and Matt Schaub, the 49ers look to defense and add a pass rusher to compliment Arik Armstead and DeForest Buckner.

3. Bears- Jamal Adams S LSU

Another team signing a QB (Mike Glennon), the Bears turn to defense and select Adams who would be the highest safety selected since Eric Berry in 2010.

4. Jaguars- Leonard Fournette RB LSU

5. Titans (LA)- Marshon Lattimore CB Ohio State

The Titans upgraded their secondary with Logan Ryan and Jonathan Cyprien and select the top ranked cornerback in Lattimore, who reminds me of Chiefs CB Marcus Peters.

6. Jets- Deshaun Watson QB Clemson

It is time for the Jets to hit the reset button and get the quarterback of the future. Watson has a big-game experience and could be able to led the Jets back to glory.

7. Chargers- Malik Hooker S Ohio State

The Chargers get the next leader in the secondary with Hooker. Although having surgery, the ball-skills are rare and improved tackling could reenergized the pass defense.

8. Panthers- OJ Howard TE Alabama

9. Bengals- Jonathan Allen DT Alabama

10. Bills- Mike Williams WR Clemson

Buffalo is in need of a #2 WR to pair with Sammy Watkins. Williams is not a blazer, but his ability to track the ball at its highest point and red zone ability makes him a good fit.

11. Saints- Hasson Reddick LB Temple

12. Browns (PHI)- Mitch Trubisky QB North Carolina

13. Cardinals- Deshone Kizer QB Notre Dame

Bruce Arians finds the heir apparent to Carson Palmer. Kizer has all of the tools to be a successful NFL QB, but the mental makeup and mechanics are big question marks.

14. Eagles- Gareon Conley CB Ohio State

Philadelphia did not address the cornerback position in FA, but get a former Buckeye. Conley is a technician who is sound in his coverage skills. He can step in and play right away.

15. Colts- Reuben Foster LB Alabama

The Colts need some punch in the middle of the defense and Foster will definitely bring some attitude. Despite the combine incident, Foster is capable of leading the Colts defense as a rookie.

16. Ravens- Corey Davis WR Western Michigan

17. Redskins- Malik McDowell DT Michigan State

18. Titans- John Ross WR Washington

19. Buccaneers- Budda Baker S Washington

This man plays like he is built like a linebacker. Baker can hit you and can make plays with deflecting passes and INTs. Tampa needs a safety who can assist Vernon Hargreaves and Brent Grimes.

20. Broncos- Garrett Bolles OT Utah

21. Lions- Marlon Humphrey CB Alabama

22. Dolphins- Taakarist McKinley DE UCLA

Miami adds a young pass rusher who can learn from Cameron Wake and replace the disappointing Mario Williams. McKinley comes with a burst off the edge that may be the best in the class.

23. Giants- Ryan Ramczyk OT Wisconsin

Ereck Flowers simply cannot be the left tackle moving forward. Ramczyk can come in a start there Day 1 moving Flowers to right tackle.

24. Raiders- Dalvin Cook RB Florida State

Oakland will look for a new running back after LaTavius Murray was serviceable. Cook is explosive and can be a difference maker in the Raiders offense.

25. Texans- Forrest Lamp OT Western Kentucky

Houston could use a quarterback, but improving the offensive line is a priority. Lamp can be inserted at right tackle and be a mauler in the run game opening up holes for Lamar Miller.

26. Seahawks- Cam Robinson OT Alabama

Seattle’s offensive line was a major problem last year. Robinson, ocne considered a top 10 pick, can start and protect Russell Wilson’s blindside.

27. Chiefs- Zach Cunningham LB Vanderbilt

Kansas City finds its successor to Derrick Johnson, who has had a great career. Cunningham needs to bulk up, but he can learn from Johnson and become a starter in 2018.

28. Cowboys- Obi Melifonwu S Connecticut

29. Packers- Christian McCaffrey RB Stanford

Aaron Rodgers will need a consistent running back to alleviate the pressure that is on him weekly. McCaffrey would flourish in this offense.

30. Steelers- Tim Williams LB Alabama

Pittsburgh is seeking pass rusher after the Jarvis Jones experiment was a fail. Williams can bend the edge and get some instant sacks in the classic 3-4 defense.

31. Falcons- Charles Harris DE Missouri

To avenge the Super Bowl LI loss, the Falcons add another defensive end who can be eased into Dan Quinn’s scheme. Harris has immense potential and will need to be coached up to maximize it.

32. Saints (NE)- Taco Charlton DE Michigan

New Orleans received this pick from the Brandin Cooks trade. They continue to add another piece to the defense with Charlton providing a pass rusher with Cameron Jordan.

Second Round

33. Browns- Jabrill Peppers S Michigan

34. 49ers- Evan Engram TE Ole Miss

35. Jaguars - Dorian Johnson G Pittsburgh

36. Bears- David Njoku TE Miami (FL)

37. Rams- Dan Feeney G Indiana

38. Chargers- Taylor Moton OT Western Michigan

39. Jets - Fabian Moreau CB UCLA

40. Panthers- Curtis Samuel RB Ohio State

41. Bengals- Raekwon McMillan LB Ohio State

42. Saints - Tre’Davious White CB LSU

43. Eagles- Caleb Brantley DT Florida

44. Bills - Marcus Williams S Utah

45. Cardinals- Jason Jones S NC State

46. Vikings- Dion Dawkins G Temple

47. Ravens- Carl Lawson DE Auburn

48. Colts- TJ Watt DE Wisconsin

49. Redskins- Patrick Mahomes QB Texas Tech

50. Buccaneers- Jordan Willis DE Kansas State

51. Broncos- Chris Wormley DT Michigan

52. Browns- Chris Goodwin WR Penn State

53. Lions- Kevin King CB Washington

54. Dolphins- Jarrad Davis LB Florida

55. Giants- Alvin Kamara RB Tennessee

56. Raiders- Jourdan Lewis CB Michigan

57. Texans- Quincy Wilson CB Florida

58. Seahawks- Joe Mixon RB Oklahoma

59. Chiefs- Adoree Jackson CB USC

60. Cowboys- Carlos Henderson WR Louisiana Tech

61. Packers- Tyus Bowsher DE Houston

62. Steelers- Cordrea Tankersley CB Clemson

63. Falcons- Eddie Jackson S Alabama

64. Patriots- Derek Rivers DE Youngstown State

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