
The 2019 NFL Draft looks like it will be one of the most exciting in recent history. With time winding down till the first selection, this is my final mock draft. Note that I did not include trades, but there are several teams in the top ten that are definitely looking to move back and pick up extra selections.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Same
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
While people are getting less and less sure that Murray will go first overall, Iβm just going to stick with the early rumors that heβs Arizonaβs guy.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Nick Bosa EDGE
Previous Pick in 1.0: Quinnen Williams DT
While I think Williams will be a better fit for the 49ers if the team still hopes that Solomon Thomas, a defensive end they drafted third overall in 2017, will turn into a reliable starter, it would be very easy just to replace the struggling third-year player with Bosa.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Quinnen Williams DT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Nick Bosa EDGE
The Jets have tried and failed to land permanent mainstays along the interior in the past. At this point, it might just be easier for the team to draft a classic EDGE rusher.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Josh Allen EDGE
Previous Pick in 1.0: Josh Allen EDGE
The Raiders defense was terrible at getting after the quarterback last year and while they donβt absolutely need a defensive tackle, Williams is clearly the best player left on the board. Oakland could try to trade back if theyβd rather have an EDGE rusher.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Devin White LB
Previous Pick in 1.0: Rashan Gary EDGE
The Buccaneers need to replace Kwon Alexander in the middle of the defense. It would be great to continue building the defensive line, but the linebacker position is a more prominent need. This spot might be a little high for White, but the Buccaneers seem enamored with him.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Same
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
The Giants have a lot of options with the sixth pick, but Eli Manningβs days of winning with the team seem to be done. The rebuild is underway in New York. I will say that there have been rumors that the Giants actually like Daniel Jones more, which would make sense if they plan to trade back, because drafting Jones with the sixth pick would be a fairly large reach.
Previous Pick in 2.0: T.J. Hockenson TE
Previous Pick in 1.0: Noah Fant TE
Somehow the Jaguars are still having trouble along their offensive line. Taylor is the top rated offensive tackle in this class, so while the team needs offensive weapons, they might prioritize the offensive line.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Same
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
Again, the Lions already have Trey Flowers and Romeo Okwara, who recorded 7.5 sacks last season, but Sweat seems like heβd be a hard player to pass up on. Detroit might take a tight end here if theyβre not sold on Sweat.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Ed Oliver DT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Jawaan Taylor OT
Oliver is by far the best remaining player in the draft at this point. After Pro Bowl defensive tackle, Kyle Williams retired following the 2018 season, the Bills need a replacement.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Drew Lock QB
Previous Pick in 1.0: Devin White LB
With White no longer available, John Elway decides to take another shot at drafting the teamβs quarterback of the future. I do think Lock will be a successful NFL quarterback, but I donβt think heβs the top player on the Broncos draft board.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Devin Bush LB
Previous Pick in 1.0: Andre Dillard OT
The Bengals have an underrated defensive line and some young players in the secondary, but the linebacker corps needs some attention, especially now that Vontaze Burfict is gone for good.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Noah Fant TE
Previous Pick in 1.0: Jonah Williams OL
Marcedes Lewis was a nonfactor in the offense last year and Jimmy Graham had the worst year of his career since 2015. With Graham under contract through 2020, Hockenson is his eventual replacement.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Rashan Gary EDGE
Previous Pick in 1.0: Clelin Ferrell EDGE
Itβs the same position but players have been bumped back a few spots thanks to shifts in the top 12 selections. If Gary falls to 13, which is a possibility, the Dolphins will happily take him. It should be noted though that Gary has some of the highest boom or bust potential in this draft.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Jawaan Taylor OT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Ed Oliver DT
It seems like Atlanta might trade up to try and get Ed Oliver, but this is a no trades mock, so theyβll be staying put. At 14, Wilkins will be the best remaining defensive tackle.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Marquise Brown WR
Previous Pick in 1.0: Drew Lock QB
This is a total Redskins move. I know they have Case Keenum, but heβll only be around for a year and I really wouldnβt bet on Alex Smith playing at a Pro Bowl level again, if he ever plays again at all.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Jonah Williams OL
Previous Pick in 1.0: Devin Bush LB
Williams has emphasized he wants to play tackle, but he has said heβll kick inside if thatβs what NFL teams want. Either way, the Panthers need someone capable of protecting Cam Newton and Williams will certainly do that, no matter what position he plays.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Clelin Ferrell EDGE
Previous Pick in 1.0: Christian Wilkins DT
Ferrell fits the Giants defensive scheme better than Wilkins and will give them a true EDGE threat. The Giants had the second-fewest sacks in the league in 2018, so they need the help. Also, do you remember how good the defensive lines were on the last two Giants Super Bowl teams? They need to get back to more of that.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Andre Dillard OT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Cody Ford OT
The Vikings are probably hoping this is Jonah Williams, but heβs not going to fall that far. The Vikings have had a bed o-line going all the way back to the Adrian Peterson years. Itβs about time that changed.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Christian Wilkins DT
Previous Pick in 1.0: D.K. Metcalf WR
The Titans need to strengthen their defensive front. It doesnβt matter if that means drafting a defensive tackle, defensive end, or outside linebacker, the team needs help. Burns is an up and down prospect who could be a big time hit in Tennessee.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Same
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
I think Iβve fallen in love with this pick too much, but Williams is my favorite corner in this draft, and he seems like the perfect guy to help Pittsburgh get over taking Artie Burns a few years ago.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Cody Ford OT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Dexter Lawrence DT
Iβll admit, Iβm not in love with this selection. The Seahawks probably should go offensive line here, but I have a gut feeling they wonβt. With Doug Baldwin aging and Russell Wilson in constant need of more weapons, Brown could really help out the Seahawks offense.
Previous Pick in 2.0: D.K. Metcalf WR
Previous Pick in 1.0: Marquise Brown WR
With Brown not available, Metcalf is the best remaining receiver. The Ravens need to surround Lamar Jackson with as many weapons as possible. Metcalf is another player with major boom or bust potential. The Ravens might even avoid him and choose to address other needs if this scenario plays out.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Dalton Risner OT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Byron Murphy CB
Deshaun Watson needs help. This selection could either be Ford or Dalton Risner, because both of those guys are good enough to replace either of the Texans current tackles and provide the young quarterback with immediate relief. The Texans will also likely look at the available corners.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Byron Murphy CB
Previous Pick in 1.0: T.J. Hockenson TE
The Raiders havenβt had a good cornerback since Nnamdi Asomugha, despite trying to pick one several times in the draft. Maybe theyβll finally get it right. While the team does have a lot of other needs as well, the cornerback position is highly crucial in the modern era and I donβt think the Raiders can afford to pass or Murphy.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Dexter Lawrence DT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Josh Jacobs RB
I still donβt like making the Eagles selection, but they need to add depth along the offensive line, at linebacker, and along the interior of the defensive line. Risner is my top remaining tackle.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Same
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
Pierre Desir isnβt going to save the Colts cornerback corps. They need to really invest in their secondary, and Baker could play a big role in fixing that unit. A.J. Brown might be an alternative selection here if the Colts choose to focus on the offense.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Nasir Adderley S
Previous Pick in 1.0: Rock Ya-Sin CB
This selection could also be Noah Fant or Johnathan Abram. Frankly, the Raiders have plenty of needs. Right now their best back is Isaiah Crowell, and that might be fine if youβre the Browns or Jets, but the Raiders shouldnβt settle at the running back position.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Kaleb McGary OT
Previous Pick in 1.0: Dalton Risner OT
Iβm not a huge fan of this selection, but itβs hard to see Lawrence falling out of the first round and the Chargers need to add depth and talent on the interior defensive line.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Same
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
The Chiefs lost their starting center in free agency. Bradbury has been jumping up draft boards since the combine and now scouts are saying heβs good enough to be a ten-year starter.
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
Previous Pick in 1.0: Same
The Packers need to stop wasting Aaron Rodgerβs prime. Brown would pair nicely with Davante Adams and would give Rodgers a one-two punch as he had with many of his earlier teams.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Brian Burns EDGE
Previous Pick in 1.0: Jeffery Simmons DT
The Rams interior offensive line is looking shaky after the losses of two starters this offseason. While Iβm tempted to put Simmons or another defensive lineman here, the Rams really should help out Jared Goff and Todd Gurley.
Previous Pick in 2.0: Riley Ridley WR
Previous Pick in 1.0: Jaylon Ferguson EDGE
The Patriots seem to be looking for new options for Tom Brady every year. Now that Rob Gronkowski has retired, the team will clearly focus on that position. While they did sign Austin Seferian-Jenkins, the Pats should be open to also drafting a tight end. This pick could also be almost any defensive player at corner, defensive tackle, EDGE, or safety. The Patriots will have options.
Greg Little OT, Kaleb McGary OT, Irv Smith Jr. TE
Little could hear his names called on opening night if linemen get taken early and often, but that wasnβt the case in this mock, which is why McGary also fell out of the first round. Little seems more and more like a clear second round pick as time goes on.Β Smith Jr. just canβt jump over the two Iowa tight ends and it would be extremely rare to see three tight ends go in round one.
Jerry Tillery DT, Jeffery Simmons DT, Jaylon Ferguson EDGE, Mack Wilson LB, Rock Ya-Sin CB, Johnathan Abram S, Taylor Rapp S
Tillery would be a first round selection under normal circumstances, but this yearβs draft is loaded with defensive tackles. I had Simmons in the first round in my first mock, but I think that recent ACL tear will be enough to drop him to the second. Although, there is speculation that Simmons could easily still go in the first and might even be among the ten most talented players in this class. Thatβs just something to keep an eye on. Ferguson fell out of the first round because Brian Burns rose into it and joined an already crowded group of top EDGE rushers. Wilson is the third best linebacker in this class but heβs not close enough to the two Devins to hear his name called on the first night.
Ya-Sin is a first round level prospect, but it all depends on how many teams want corners that early on. My battle to figure out the actual skill level and draft order of the top safeties in this class continues, which is why Abram and Rapp are both listed.
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