Jordan Katz’s ROUND TWO Prediction Mock for the 2021 NFL Draft
As mentioned in my final prediction mock, here is my analysis of what I think the teams will do during round two of the NFL Draft. As a refresher, this is simply what I think each team will do at each selection. My personal evaluations are not involved.
33) Jacksonville Jaguars: Tyson Campbell, CB Georgia- I thought the Jaguars would take a defensive back in round one, so nothing changes for me here at the top of round two. Campbell is a long corner that excels in off coverage. Many in the league think he has big time potential.
34) New York Jets: Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, LB Notre Dame- The Jets will likely try to trade out of this spot, but it’s going to take a lot to pass up on a three down linebacker with elite cover skills like “JOK.” Owusu-Koramoah not only fits a need, but he fills the Fred Warner role in Robert Saleh’s new defense with the Jets. This would be a home run selection.
35) Atlanta Falcons: Azeez Ojulari, EDGE Georgia- The Georgia boy stays home. Ojulari has elite dip and bend ability off the edge. He gives the Falcons a quality pass rusher opposite Dante Fowler.
36) Miami Dolphins: Liam Eichenberg, OL Notre Dame- Miami did really well on the first day, but one of the things they failed to address was their offensive line. Fortunately, there are a ton of quality offensive linemen projected to go on day two.
Eichenberg is not super high on my personal board, but many think he has the versatility to play guard or tackle at the next level.
37) Philadelphia Eagles: Asante Samuel Jr., CB Florida State- Philadelphia grabbed their skill position player on the offensive end in round one. Now it’s time to grab a skill position player on the defensive end to start round two.
I thought Samuel could sneak into round one if Caleb Farley fell out of the top 32. Nevertheless, his footwork in off coverage should make him an excellent fit in the Eagles’ secondary.
38) Cincinnati Bengals: Tevin Jenkins, OT Oklahoma State- Many Bengals fans wanted Penei Sewell at the fifth overall selection instead of Ja’Marr Chase. Joe Burrow faced a lot of pressure last year, and Sewell would have helped immensely.
Stealing Tevin Jenkins at the top of round two would put a lot of Bengals fans at ease.
39) *TRADE* Buffalo Bills (from Panthers): Javonte Williams, RB North Carolina- The Bills were considering moving up for a running back in round one. The Panthers were considering moving down in round one to recoup some of the assets they lost in the Sam Darnold trade.
This seems like a very logical match at the top of round two.
The Trade: The Buffalo Bills trade the #61 and #93 to the Carolina Panthers for the #39 and #151.
40) Denver Broncos: Ronnie Perkins, EDGE Oklahoma- Pass rusher is a position that Denver is likely to address in round two. There are a lot of good ones on the board, and Von Miller is getting up there in age.
While Ronnie Perkins is not high on my personal board, many love his ability off the edge. He long arms opposing tackles, and can also dip and bend off the edge to successfully run the arch.
41) Detroit Lions: Terrace Marshall Jr., WR LSU- While the Lions did an excellent job of scooping up Penei Sewell in round one, they still need to find a true number one receiver. Somehow Terrace Marshall fell to round two, which makes this one of the top drafts of 2021.
42) New York Giants: Landon Dickerson, IOL Alabama- Dave Gettleman got his pass catcher in round one. In order for the Giants to truly be a successful offense in 2021, they have to grab a starter or two on the offensive line.
Landon Dickerson has the ability to start anywhere on the offensive line. He could excel at guard or center, which is the exact kind of player that the Giants need.
43) San Francisco 49ers: Ifeatu Melifonwu, CB Syracuse- The Niners lost some pieces at the cornerback position. Melifonwu has the length and cover three ability to make an easy transition into this defensive system. It might be viewed as a reach, but I love this fit.
44) Dallas Cowboys: Jevon Holland, FS Oregon- There is a lot of buzz surrounding Holland and the Cowboys at 44. Holland has nickel corner ability and can excel in both cover one or cover two from the safety position. His versatility makes him a fit for a team that needs a lot in the secondary.
45) Jacksonville Jaguars: Christian Barmore, IDL Alabama- The interior of the Jaguars defensive line has been a real weak spot for them. Barmore can help them immediately in the run game, while eating blockers in the passing game to allow their edge rushers to get home.
46) New England Patriots: Levi Onwuzurike, IDL Washington- Belichick likes players with pass rushing ability along the interior. However, in order to play for Belichick, you must be disciplined. You have to understand gap control, and be willing to do the dirty work.
Onwuzurike can do all of this, but he’s slightly undersized. That’s why he fell to the second round. This would be a world class scheme fit.
47) Los Angeles Chargers: Elijah Molden, CB Washington- Don’t sleep on the Chargers trading up tomorrow. Asante Samuel is viewed a lot higher than the other cornerbacks still on the board, and cornerback is a big need for the Chargers. If they stay put, Molden could be a possibility because
48) Las Vegas Raiders: Quinn Meinerz, IOL Wisconsin-Whitewater- Mike Mayock’s favorite players during his time on the NFL Network were the small school players that competed hard and shined during the senior bowl. That is exactly what Meinerz did. His power and attitude will be extremely attractive to Mayock and Jon Gruden.
49) Arizona Cardinals: Elijah Moore, WR Ole Miss- I can’t see Kliff Kingsbury passing up on the star gadget players that are all over this draft class. It may not be Moore in round two, but he will take one at some point.
50) Miami Dolphins: Trevon Moehrig, FS TCU- Safety is a sneaky need for the Dolphins. Moehrig might go lower than expected tonight because he takes some questionable angles to the football. Having said that, he is a ball hawk in the back end, and deserves to go highly in this round.
51) Washington Football Team: Kellen Mond, QB Texas A&M- If the reports are true that a quarterback is going in round two, it has to be to the Washington Football Team. Mond is a big time athlete and has a cannon for an arm. If he sits for a year or two, he could turn into a starter.
At least, that’s what the NFL thinks.
52) Chicago Bears: Rondale Moore, WR Purdue- Allen Robinson is the only weapon out in Chicago for the newly acquired Justin Fields. Getting him a gadget player that excels after the catch like Rondale Moore makes a lot of sense schematically.
53) Tennessee Titans: Dillon Radunz, OT North Dakota State- Watch out for Tennessee to trade up tomorrow. They need a pass catcher and a tackle, and both are available at the top of round two.
If they stay put, they’ll take the best player available at one of those two positions. In this case, that player is Radunz.
54) Indianapolis Colts: Walker Little, OT Stanford- This would be my least favorite pick in round two, but it’s a very realistic one. Despite extremely inconsistent tape during his tenure at Stanford, teams are still interested in Walker Little because of his massive frame. If there is a team that can coach him up, it’s Indianapolis.
55) Pittsburgh Steelers: Creed Humphrey, IOL Oklahoma- Humphrey has no business going outside the top 50 picks. He’s the best center in the draft, and one of the most well rounded interior offensive linemen in the draft. Pittsburgh lands a steal at 55.
56) *TRADE* Minnesota Vikings (from Seahawks): Carlos “Boogie” Basham, EDGE Wake Forest- By trading back in round one and acquiring more third round picks, the Vikings have the assets to move into round two. Basham wins from all over the defensive line. He possesses good power and a quality move-set. This is an excellent fit opposite Danielle Hunter.
Seattle is being rumored to trade backwards, so the trade makes sense for them as well.
The Trade: The Minnesota Vikings trade the #78 and #86 to the Seattle Seahawks for the 56th overall seleciton.
57) Los Angeles Rams: Jabril Cox, LB LSU- The Rams defense took a big hit this offseason. Getting a three down linebacker with terrific cover ability like Jabril Cox could be the best thing the Rams could do here at 57.
58) Kansas City Chiefs: Dyami Brown, WR North Carolina- The Chiefs need a true number two wide receiver opposite Tyreek Hill. Mecole Hardman has not been the answer, and Sammy Watkins left in free agency. Dyami Brown’s down the field ability fills the “Sammy Watkins role,” immediately.
59) Cleveland Browns: Alim McNeil, IDL NC State- I was shocked that the Browns didn’t select Christian Barmore in round one. The one hole in this defense is in the middle of their front seven. Even though the defensive line class is not spectacular, the Browns likely select a defensive linemen on day two.
60) New Orleans Saints: Aaron Robinson, CB UCF- It’s hard to peg where New Orleans will go. They surprised everyone by taking Payton Turner in round one. Nickel corner is a sneaky need for New Orleans, which is why they select Robinson here. He’s one of the best in the slot among the entire cornerback group.
61) *TRADE* Carolina Panthers (from Bills): Samuel Cosmi, OL Texas- After the Panthers trade down and grab a few assets, they select a player that can start right away. In the business, we call that a winning trade.
Cosmi has the athleticism to play guard or tackle at the next level. I think he’s a pass blocking left tackle, but many think his best position is left guard. Fortunately, the Panthers need both.
The Trade: The Buffalo Bills trade the #61 and #93 to the Carolina Panthers for the #39 and #151.
62) Green Bay Packers: D’Wayne Eskridge, WR Western Michigan- Little bit of a sleeper here, but I think the NFL is much higher on Eskridge than the media is. He’s another gadget player like both Moore’s, but he’s a little cleaner in his route combinations. Eskridge is a perfect fit next to Davante Adams.
63) Kansas City Chiefs: Pete Werner, LB Ohio State- I do think a three down linebacker is in the cards for the Chiefs on day two. Whether that’s Werner, Nick Bolton or Jabril Cox, it’s the position they need the most on the defensive side of the ball.
64) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jackson Carmen, OL Clemson- Taking an offensive linemen with versatility up front is a pick that will likely be made by Tampa Bay at some point. While many think Carmen is exclusively a guard in the NFL, some see him as a tackle down the line. That’s why Carmen lands to a team that will need to replace some offensive line starters after 2021.
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