So with my mock, i'm taking some of those chances to be aggressive in the draft where needed. Feel free to criticize, lets goooooo!
1.1- Cincinnati Bengals: Joe Burrow QB
1.2- Washington Redskins: Chase Young Edge
1.3- Detroit Lions: Jeffrey Okudah CB
1.4- New York Giants: Isaiah Simmons LB
1.5- Miami Dolphins: Justin Herbert QB
1.6- San Diego Chargers: Tua Tag QB
1.7- TRADE* NY Jets: Andrew Thomas OT
1.8- Arizona Cardinals: Tristan Wirfs OT
1.9- TRADE* Philadelphia Eagles: Ceedee Lamb WR
1.10- Cleveland Browns: Jedrick Wills OT
1.11- Carolina Panthers: CJ Henderson CB
1.12- Las Vegas Raiders: Derrick Brown DT
1.13 San Francisco 49ers- I know Lynch and Co. put out rumors of 6 players they are eyeing and are looking at a trade everywhere but in my scenario I have trouble believing we would pass on a playmaking WR to compliment Deebo. Now the tricky part is which guy would be the fit for the offense.
My pick…
1.13- Henry Ruggs III Alabama:
It's tricky. In this scenario I have CeeDee Lamb off the board which might be the most natural fit to play the X receiver in this offense. With Deebo playing so heavily at the other spot and being used in a variety of ways, Ruggs would allow them to become more interchangeable along the offense and create match-up nightmares.
1.31- TRADE (1.31 FOR 2.24 + 3.6 + 21'5th)- So staying put at 13 would almost guarantee we are on the outs at 31. My ideal trade partner is actually to find one of those RB needy teams that is looking to jump KC---a potential RB landing spot. In my scenario here we would partner up with Miami and grab day 2 assets and let them take CEH, Swift, Taylor---whomever is their top guy.
2.24- TRADE (2.24 + 5.31 FOR 3.13 + 3.31)- The way my board is playing out, I feel there is still room to continue sliding down and acquiring additional picks late on day 2. Lynch should be able to dial up a call to Elway and make this thing happen as the Broncos look to slide up and grab a WR they covet in KJ Hamler. We benefit as this allows us the ability to slide back and take a chance on big talent upside.
3.6- Bryce Hall CB Virginia:
I can't think of a much better piece to develop behind Richard Sherman as his eventual replacement. Coming off a bad ankle injury, if he clears medical checks then this is the same type of savvy, smart zone corner that gets his hands on the ball (led country in PBUs in 18'). Also not afraid to commit to helping in the run game.
3.13- Prince Tego Wanogho T Auburn:
Between Hall and Wanogho, these are two names that people have projected to go earlier but I think the injuries push these guys outside the top 64 picks. Wanogho is a incredible talent that hasn't been playing the game long and you can see that rawness up and down throughout the season. There are some issues as to whether he can play Tackle at the next level, I say yes and let him sit behind Joe until he decides to hang it up. It's the perfect situation for him to develop and a perfect offensive fit for his skillset. Between him, Niang, and Hennessy I think you could make an argument that any of them would be a smart developmental pick behind the guys we have in place. If Wanoghos knee issue from the Senior Bowl is considered a longterm issue than perhaps we go with one of the others named.
3.31- Darrynton Evans RB Appalachian St:
Personally am a huge fan of Eno Benjamin in this spot but he doesn't fit the typical profile of a RB in this Shanahan system so I go with the guy who really does in Evans. With the rumors of Breida being likely dealt on draft day and Coleman being dinged up and an expiring contract---this would leave us pretty thing at the position going forward.
Evans such a smooth runner especially on the edge of the fields and explosive through the hole with the ability to see defenders coming and making smart cuts to make big plays.Not the most physical downhill type but it hasn't been a characteristic that we've looked for thus far.
Another player very much in play here is fellow App St teammate Akeem Davis-Gaither who it sounds like the staff likes and very much fits the mold of the LBs they've targeted and with the rumors of moving Kwon, it could mean they are prioritizing additional talent at the position to give us 3 young and athletic backers moving forward.
5.11- Jack Driscoll G Auburn:
We double dip with Auburns tackles, addressing the need for more potential depth at Guard. Driscoll is a perfect fit in our offense. Very good mover that specializes in blocking in space and on the edges, just lacks the bulk and power at this time. I'd love to see him come in and compete with Brunskill and Compton for the starting RG spot but better yet he does provide positional versatility as a former tackle.
TRADE (21'6th + 7.31 for 6.6)- I know I know, plenty of trades but I think our guys have proven that they will make these types of moves and be aggressive when they identify players that can contribute serious snaps for us. They've also made big points of not needing excess picks for guys that won't find a way to the active roster. So this pick is someone who can contribute depth immediately.
6.6- Charlie Taumoepeau TE Portland St:
This was a guy I kept tabs on early this offseason. I liked the way Portland St used him, multiple pieces to the offense and a willing blocker but the most exciting part was what he could do after the catch. Then he went on to test very well at the combine. We are rumored to be targeting Evan Engram right now, well here is a guy with a similar physical profile (although not AS freaky).
7.3 – Chapelle Russell LB Temple:
There hasn't been a ton of discussion around Russell but I have him as an early day 3 player. He's had quite the ups and downs in his career with multiple knee injuries early in his college career. But medical checks at the combine with good athletic testing and I think he's worth a gamble late in the draft. He's in the mold of Warner, Kwon, and Greenlaw---very athletic sideline to sideline guys that make up with their lack of size by reacting quickly and beating the lineman to gap.
BIG BOARD
QB Rankings
- Joe Burrow
- Tua Tagovailoa
- Justin Herbert
- Jordan Love
- Jake Fromm
- Anthony Gordon
- Jalen Hurts
- Jacob Eason
- Tyler Huntley
- Cole McDonald
- Jake Luton
- Kelly Bryant
- Steven Montez
- Brian Lewerke
- James Morgan
RB Rankings
- D'Andre Swift
- Jonathan Taylor
- Clyde Edwards-Helaire
- J.K. Dobbins
- Cam Akers
- Zack Moss
- Eno Benjamin
- Darrynton Evans
- Anthony McFarland
- J.J. Taylor
- Lamical Perine
- A.J. Dillon
- Darius Anderson
- Benny LeMay
- Sewo Olonilua
WR Rankings
- Jerry Jeudy
- Henry Ruggs III
- CeeDee Lamb
- Jalen Reagor
- Justin Jefferson
- Tee Higgins
- Brandon Aiyuk
- Bryan Edwards
- Laviska Shenault Jr.
- Michael Pittman Jr.
- Denzel Mims
- KJ Hamler
- Chase Claypool
- Isaiah Hodgins
- Tyler Johnson
- K.J. Hill
- Antonio Gandy-Golden
- Jeff Thomas
- Donovan Peoples-Jones
- John Hightower
- James Proche
- Jauan Jennings
- Cody White
- Omar Bayless
- Dezmon Patmon
- Lawrence Cager
- Devin Duvernay
- John Pearson
TE Rankings
- Hunter Bryant
- Adam Trautman
- Cole Kmet
- Dalton Keene
- Brycen Hopkins
- Devin Asiasi
- Harrison Bryant
- Charlie Taumoepeau
- Jacob Breeland
- Josiah Deguara
- Stephen Sullivan
- Albert Okwuegbunam
- Sean Mckeon
- Thaddeus Moss
OT Rankings
- Andrew Thomas
- Jedrick Wills Jr
- Tristan Wirfs
- Mekhi Becton
- Josh Jones
- Isaiah Wilson
- Lucas Niang
- Prince Tega Wanogho
- Ezra Cleveland
- Austin Jackson
- Saahdiq Charles
- Alex Taylor
- Matt Peart
- Kamaal Seymour
- Calvin Throckmorton
- Jack Driscoll
- Ben Bartch
- Trey Adams
- Anthony McKinney
- Cameron Clark
- Troy Kowalski
IOL Rankings
- Cesar Ruiz
- Robert Hunt
- Matt Hennessy
- Lloyd Cushenberry III
- Tyler Biadasz
- Nick Harris
- Danny Pinter
- Jonah Jackson
- Solomon Kindley
- Zach Shackelford
- Shane Lemieux
- Logan Stenburg
- Cohl Cabral
- Kyle Hinton
- Damien Lewis
- Hakeem Adeniji
- Kyle Murphy
- Justin Herron
- Jon Runyan Jr.
- Tremayne Anchrum
- Ben Bredeson
- Kevin Dotson
- John Molchon
- Jake Hanson
- Netane Muti
- Tyler Higby
EDGE Rankings
- Chase Young
- K'Lavon Chaisson
- Zach Baun
- A.J. Epenesa
- Yetur Gross-Matos
- Terrell Lewis
- Josh Uche
- Bradlee Anae
- Jabari Zuniga
- Delontae Scott
- Julian Okwara
- Marlon Davidson
- Darrell Taylor
- Jonathan Greenard
- Alton Robinson
- Curtis Weaver
- Chauncey Rivers
- Kenny Willekes
- Ladarius Jackson
- D.J. Wonnum
- Justus Reed
IDL Rankings
- Derrick Brown
- Javon Kinlaw
- Ross Blacklock
- Neville Gallimore
- Justin Madubuike
- Raekwon Davis
- Davon Hamilton
- James Lynch
- McTelvin Agim
- Raequan Williams
- Teair Tart
- Leki Fotu
- Broderick Washington
- Jordan Elliott
- Khalil Davis
- Robert Windsor
- Josiah Coatney
- David Moa
- Darrion Daniels
LB Rankings
- Isaiah Simmons
- Patrick Queen
- Kenneth Murray
- Jordyn Brooks
- Khaleke Hudson
- Joe Bachie
- Malik Harrison
- Chapelle Russell
- Shaun Bradley
- Cam Gill
- Alex Highsmith
- Logan Wilson
- Akeem Davis-Gaither
- Willie Gay Jr.
- Jacob Phillips
- Justin Strnad
- Francis Bernard
- Troy Dye
- Kamal Martin
CB Rankings
- Jeffrey Okudah
- Kristian Fulton
- Noah Igbinoghene
- CJ Henderson
- A.J. Terrell
- Trevon Diggs
- Damon Arnette
- Bryce Hall
- Jaylon Johnson
- Troy Pride Jr.
- Cameron Dantzler
- Michael Ojemudia
- Jeff Gladney
- Harrison Hand
- Reggie Robinson II
- Lavert Hill
- Lamar Jackson
- Dane Jackson
- Stantley Thomas-Oliver
- Trajan Bandy
- Josiah Scott
- Thekarius Keyes
- Javaris Davis
- James Pierre
S Rankings
- Grant Delpit
- Ashtyn Davis
- Xavier McKinney
- Antoine Winfield Jr.
- Jeremy Chinn
- K'von Wallace
- L'Jarius Sneed
- Brandon JonesJ
- .R. Reed
- Josh Metellus
- Geno Stone
- Kyle Dugger
- Jeremiah Dinson
- Antoine Brooks Jr.
- Myles Hartsfield
- Jalen Elliott
- Terrell Burgess
- Alohi Gilman
- Grayland Arnold
[ Edited by coyote94 on Apr 23, 2020 at 9:59 PM ]