Jordan Katz NFL Mock Draft 3.0- Post Combine
The NFL Combine went a long way towards proving something that i have said throughout the draft process; this is a weak NFL Draft class. Having said that, there are still guys that have the talent to help turn losing franchises into winning ones.
In this mock draft I expanded to two rounds to give you more of a sense of my value of players and how they can fit with certain teams. Even though I question the star power of this draft, I do think that this draft has solid pros that can help teams.
1) Tennessee Titans- Laremy Tunsil, OT Ole Miss- The Titans have put this pick on the trade block (like we told you they would a month ago), but I doubt they get the deal they want. In a weak draft class, the Titans would have to take less value if they moved the pick. Because of this, there’s a good chance they just stay where they are and take Tunsil.
2) Cleveland Browns- Jared Goff, QB California- Goff is more NFL ready than Carson Wentz, which is why Cleveland should take him instead of Wentz. I’d offer more analysis, but I don’t believe a QB in this draft deserves a top 10 pick. This pick is strictly because the Browns are going to take a quarterback.
3) Atlanta Falcons via San Diego Chargers- Joey Bosa, DE Ohio State- In the last mock draft I had Atlanta move up to the fourth pick to land their star defensive player. After further review, the Chargers seem adamant about moving down in this draft. Acquiring multiple future assets makes the most sense for San Diego.
4) Dallas Cowboys- Myles Jack, OLB UCLA- I tried to have Dallas trade down, but there weren’t enough teams interested in paying the asking price of the fourth overall pick.
The Cowboys could use to bolster their defense if they stay at this spot (I don’t think the number four pick is where you take a backup QB). Jack is a phenomenal athlete with elite cover skills. He would be a great addition to the Cowboys front seven.
5) Jacksonville Jaguars- Jalen Ramsey, CB/S Florida State- Ramsey moved up to my top player in the draft after a phenomenal combine. The Jaguars desperate need of secondary help would make this an easy selection.
6) Baltimore Ravens- DeForest Buckner, DE Oregon- Buckner is an unbelievable athlete for a 3-4 defensive end. He’s quick off the ball, and has the tools to become one of the top 3-4 ends. In the Ravens defensive system, Buckner should flourish for many years.
7) San Francisco 49ers- Vernon Hargreaves, CB Florida- Hargreaves had a very solid day at the combine, and solidified himself as a top ten pick in this draft. His ball skills and press man ability will help him make an instant impact in the NFL.
8) Miami Dolphins- Kevin Dodd, DE Clemson- Dodd is one of my favorite players in this draft because of his versatility to play 4-3 or 3-4 defensive end. He has a good move set when rushing the passer, and he’s a complete run stopper. The Dolphins could use a defensive end of the future because Olivier Vernon and Cameron Wake are likely not on the team after this season.
9) Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Mackensie Alexander, CB Clemson- This is a reach pick, but the Buccaneers desperately need a cornerback. Alexander’s lack of ball skills has come into question (he didn’t have an interception in college), but that shouldn’t deter Tampa Bay from selecting a solid cover corner.
10) New York Giants- Shaq Lawson, DE Clemson- The Giants would have a field day with this pick because Lawson, Ronnie Stanley and Ezekiel Elliott are all on the board. I think the loss of JPP makes Lawson more of a priority for the Giants in this scenario.
11) Chicago Bears- Ronnie Stanley, OT Notre Dame- It is true that the Bears biggest need is to improve their defense, but they also need to protect Jay Cutler better. Stanley can be a starting left tackle from day one.
12) New Orleans Saints- Josh Doctson, WR TCU- Throughout my scouting process, I have had Josh Doctson incredibly close to Laquon Treadwell. After a terrific combine where he put his great ball skills on display, Doctson has surpassed Treadwell on my board.
13) Houston Texans via Philadelphia Eagles- Carson Wentz, QB North Dakota State- The Eagles continue to trade down, but this time it’s not with the Seahawks. The Texans jump up to grab their quarterback of the future, while the Eagles add some assets in preparation for a rebuilding process.
14) Oakland Raiders- Reggie Ragland, ILB Alabama- I think Oakland could consider Jaylon Smith here if his physical checks out in a few weeks. However, after showing that he was behind schedule at the combine, the Raiders choose Ragland instead.
15) St. Louis Rams- Laquon Treadwell, WR Ole Miss- Treadwell fell behind Doctson in my rankings because he chose not to run the 40 yard dash at the combine. The concern with Treadwell is that he doesn’t have breakaway speed. By not running, he didn’t do himself any favors.
Having said that, I still believe Treadwell is a very good NFL prospect. He’s got a big frame, and he knows how to use his body to help him get good position when the ball is in the air.
16) Detroit Lions- Sheldon Rankins, DT Louisville- Rankins was my big winner from the combine. He looked great during the on field drills, and his short shuttle indicates that he possesses the quickness and explosiveness that he showed on tape.
17) San Diego Chargers via Atlanta Falcons- Jason Spriggs, OT Indiana- The Chargers need to protect Philip Rivers much better in 2016, and Spriggs is the last tackle on my board that’s worth a first round pick.
If you’re wondering why they wouldn’t have taken Stanley at the third overall pick, it’s hard to pass up two future draft picks when this draft class is so weak.
18) Indianapolis Colts- Emmanuel Ogbah, EDGE Oklahoma State- I think Ogbah surpassed Spence by showing athleticism that proved he could win one-on-one battles. I know the Colts are being rumored to drafting a running back, but I think they have to go defense in round one.
19) Buffalo Bills- Noah Spence, EDGE Western Kentucky- Rex Ryan’s defense is predicated on getting to the passer. After cutting Mario Williams, Ryan will need to draft someone to play opposite Jerry Hughes.
Spence may not have ran a great 40 time, but he still shows good pass rushing skill on tape.
20) New York Jets- Ezekiel Elliott, RB Ohio State- I highly doubt ‘Zeke falls outside the top ten, but if the Giants pass on him, he could make it to the Jets at 20 because of team needs. General Manager Mike Maccagnan would be ecstatic if that happened.
21) Washington Redskins- A’Shawn Robinson, NT Alabama- Terrance Knighton wants to return to Washington, but he also wants a long-term deal. I don’t think he’ll get both, which means he will probably be playing elsewhere.
That means the Redskins need to replace him. Robinson’s athleticism will allow them to keep the same defensive system up front. They probably not lose a step of production either.
22) Philadelphia Eagles via Houston Texans- Cody Whitehair, OT/OG Kansas State- Whitehair’s athleticism reminds a lot of scouts of Zack Martin, which is why many think he will transition from guard to tackle at the next level. I think he’s a starting right guard from day one in a zone-blocking scheme.
23) Denver Broncos via Minnesota Vikings- Jaylon Smith, OLB/ILB Notre Dame- The Broncos can’t keep everyone on their all-pro defense, and one of the guys destined to leave is Danny Trevethan. Smith showed up at the combine a little behind schedule, but he’s a top five talent and definitely worth the Broncos taking a gamble by moving up for him.
24) Cincinnati Bengals- Corey Coleman, WR Baylor- The Bengals are being gutted at the wide receiver position via free agency. Coleman is the best of the bunch not named Doctson or Treadwell because of his explosiveness with the ball in his hands and route running ability.
25) Pittsburgh Steelers- Kenny Clark, NT UCLA- Clark is a great run stopper, which is a necessity for Pittsburgh’s defense heading into next season. It’s true that they also need secondary help, but I think they’ll try to address that in free agency.
26) Seattle Seahawks- Robert Nkemdiche, DT Ole Miss- Nkemdiche had some awful meetings with teams at the combine, which may cause him to fall out of the first round. However, I still see a top ten talent on tape. I think Seattle can afford taking a chance because of the culture Pete Carroll has created.
27) Green Bay Packers- Austin Johnson, DT/NT Penn State- Johnson’s measurables at the combine didn’t emulate the athleticism I saw on tape, but he put that on display during the drills. I still think he can be on of the top players in this draft.
28) Kansas City Chiefs- Taylor Decker, OT Ohio State- This is a bit of a reach, but the Chiefs are in desperate need of offensive tackles. Decker is solid enough to be a starting right tackle right away.
New England Patriots- (Forefeit)
29) Arizona Cardinals- Christian Hackenburg, QB Penn State- I thought Hackenburg showed excellent footwork during the drills at the combine. His accuracy needs to improve, but he has the skills to become something after sitting for a year.
Arizona needs to start grooming a young quarterback behind Carson Palmer. I think Hackenburg’s upside makes this a solid selection.
30) Carolina Panthers- Kamalei Correa, DE Boise State- Correa has great speed off the edge, but his move-set needs some fine tuning. The Panthers could use a true edge rusher to keep their defense at an elite level.
31) Minnesota Vikings via Denver Broncos- Joshua Garnett, OG Stanford- Garnett is a starting right guard from day one because of his ability to get leverage and run block. This is a very good fit for the Vikings because of how often they run the rock.
TRADES
1) Atlanta Falcons trade the #17, #50, a 2017 1st and a 2017 3rd to the San Diego Chargers for the #3 overall pick.
2) Houston Texans trade the #22 and the #52 to the Philadelphia Eagles for the #13.
3) Denver Broncos trade the #31 and the #95 to the Minnesota Vikings for the #23.
ROUND TWO
32) Cleveland Browns- Jonathan Bullard, DE Florida
33) Tennessee Titans- William Jackson III, CB Houston
34) Dallas Cowboys- Alex Collins, RB Arkansas
35) San Diego Chargers- Sterling Shepard, WR Oklahoma
36) Baltimore Ravens- KeiVarae Russell, CB Notre Dame
37) San Francisco 49ers- Andrew Billings, NT Baylor
38) Jacksonville Jaguars- Shilique Calhoun, EDGE Michigan State
39) Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Derrick Henry, RB Alabama
40) New York Giants- Will Fuller, WR Notre Dame
41) Chicago Bears- Jarran Reed, DE Alabama
42) Miami Dolphins- Su’a Cravens, LB/S USC
43) *Los Angeles Rams via Philadelphia Eagles- Will Redmond, CB Mississippi State
44) Oakland Raiders- Darian Thompson, FS Boise State
45) Los Angeles Rams- Connor Cook, QB Michigan State
46) Detroit Lions- Tyler Boyd, WR Pittsburgh
47) New Orleans Saints- Vernon Butler, DT/NT Louisiana Tech
48) Indianapolis Colts- Shon Coleman, OT Auburn
49) Buffalo Bills- Landon Turner, OG North Carolina
50) Atlanta Falcons- Darron Lee, OLB Ohio State
51) New York Jets- Sebastian Tretola, OG Arkansas
52) Philadelphia Eagles via Houston Texans- Jihad Ward, DE Illinois
53) Washington Redskins- CJ Prosise, RB Notre Dame
54) Minnesota Vikings- Michael Thomas, WR Ohio State
55) Cincinnati Bengals- Chris Jones, DT Mississippi State
56) Seattle Seahawks- Jack Conklin, OT Michigan State
57) Green Bay Packers- Shon Coleman, OT Auburn
58) Pittsburgh Steelers- Hunter Henry, TE Arkansas
59) Kansas City Chiefs- Artie Burns, CB Miami Florida
60) Chicago Bears via New England Patriots- Devontae Booker, RB Utah
61) Arizona Cardinals- Ryan Kelly, C Alabama
62) Carolina Panthers- Jeremy Cash, SS Duke
63) Denver Broncos- Christian Westerman, OG Arizona State
*- Eagles traded pick to Rams in Sam Bradford trade.
TRADES
1) Chicago Bears trade #71 and a 2017 3rd to the New England Patriots for the #60 and a 2017 5th.
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