With the 2019 NFL (March 1-4 on NFL Network) just around the corner, here's my first mock for Round 1 of this year's draft.
The Cardinals add an explosive pass rusher to pair with Chandler Jones.
The 49ers are in desperate need of an outside pass rusher.
The Jets finally get the pass rusher they need.
Dominant vs. the run and can rush the passer. Williams is better than Ndamukong Suh was coming out of college.
The Bucs need a pass rusher opposite Jason Pierre-Paul.
Spends a year (or less) learning behind Eli Manning. Big upside.
I'm expecting the Jaguars to acquire a QB1 before the draft, but they'll select a QB here if they don't.
DE and CB are also needs and Hockenson is a reach here, but so are any CBs or DEs at this spot, which is why I could see Detroit trading down.
The Bills also need an outside rusher, OT and WR, but they take the best D-lineman on the board here.
Versatile CB who can play press and man coverage.
Little has good size and athletic ability. He can play left or right tackle for Cincinnati.
Green Bay needs pass rushers, but protecting Aaron Rodgers takes priority.
The Dolphins ignite their franchise and fan base by taking the best QB in the draft.
Adding more protection for their franchise QB is the No. 1 offseason goal of the Falcons.
Excellent field vision, anticipation and accuracy. The future is now in Washington!
Polite broke out this past season as a pass rusher.
Excellent instincts and athletic ability. Too good of a player to pass up here.
Athletic offensive lineman who can play left tackle or move inside to guard.
They could use an interior O-lineman, but the top players at the position are already off the board. The decision comes down to a speedy WR vs. a DT, and they go with the latter.
An ILB is a definite possibility here, too, but they go CB in this scenario.
Shows the potential to be an excellent pass-rushing complement to Frank Clark, assuming Clark's retained. Sweat's a better athlete than Jadeveon Clowney was coming out of college.
The Ravens will need to add weapons for Lamar Jackson.
Fast-rising CB who's excellent in press coverage.
The Raiders add an undersized LB who is explosive and instinctive.
The Eagles solve their RB problem with the draft's top player at the position.
Versatile defensive lineman who fits the athletic mold that Indy wants.
Good cover CB whose speed will play a big part in determining where he goes in the draft.
The Chargers fill a major need on defense with this pick.
Best defensive player on the board at this point. Tillery can improve the Chiefs' pass rush.
Smith is the second-best tight end in the draft.
Rapp would be a nice addition if the Rams lose Lamarcus Joyner in free agency.
Fant becomes the third TE to go in Round 1, and the second one from Iowa. Is he Gronk's successor?
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