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.
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