Round 1:

1. MIA: QB Tua Tagovailoa (Alabama)

Miami will be looking to add the face of the franchise for the foreseeable future. Tua Tagovailoa has all the tools to be that guy. He lacks the traditional size at quarterback and he’s been privileged to play with the supporting cast that he’s had during his time at Alabama. Those two things aren’t really flaws but what am I supposed to say negative about the guy?

2. CIN: QB Joe Burrow (LSU)

No player in college football has seen their draft stock rise more than LSU quarterback Joe Burrow. Burrow has been sensational this year en route to a should-be Heisman invitation and as good of a chance to win it as any player in the country. Zac Taylor would love to have Burrow commanding the offense in southwest Ohio.

3. WAS: WR Jerry Jeudy (Alabama)

As a Redskins fan, I can say that this is an organization with no true direction, with so many needs on both sides of the ball. After selecting Dwayne Haskins last year and hitting on 3rd round rookie Terry McLaurin, the Redskins could use another explosive playmaker for Haskins to throw the ball to once he takes the reigns in the nation’s capital.

4. NYG: EDGE Chase Young (Ohio State)

Many draft evaluators believe that Ohio State defensive end, Chase Young, is the most polarizing prospect in the country. I think they’re right. Due to positional need, I have the phenomenal edge rusher falling to the Giants at 4th overall. It is often said that Young is as good, if not better, than former teammate and 2019 second overall pick Nick Bosa. He’s arguably the scariest player in the country. New York will welcome him with open arms.

5. ATL: CB Jeff Okudah (Ohio State)

After fielding one of the worst pass defenses in the NFL through the 1st half of the season, it’s paramount that the Falcons add some help in the secondary. Okudah is an elite corner with good ball skills. In a division such as the NFC South, you need all the coverage help you can get. With the 5th overall pick, Atlanta selects the best cornerback in college.

6. NYJ: OT Andrew Thomas (Georgia)

If Sam Darnold wants to stop “seeing ghosts” the Jets should bring in someone to help protect their franchise quarterback. Georgia Bulldog offensive tackle, Andrew Thomas, could come in and protect Darnold’s blindside from day one. He’s been doing so for Jake Fromm against elite SEC competition for a while now.

7. LAC: OT Tristan Wirfs (Iowa)

The Chargers offensive line has been a turnstile in 2019. This is the biggest weak spot on the team. The window on the Philip Rivers’ era is nearing an end and Iowa Hawkeye offensive tackle, Tristan Wirfs, could help protect him and open up running lanes for Melvin Gordon and company for a final shot at the Super Bowl.

8. DEN: DT Derrick Brown (Auburn)

The Denver Broncos have officially entered rebuilding mode after trading veteran wide receiver, Emmanuel Sanders, to the 49ers this week. John Elway will be tempted to grab a quarterback here with the 8th pick but their head coach, Vic Fangio, will be pushing for young, defensive countributers. The Broncos are an old team looking to transition and Derrick Brown is one of the most dominant guys in the trenches.

9. ARI: S Grant Delpit (LSU)

The Cardinals have a history of selecting successful defensive backs from LSU (Patrick Peterson and Tyrann Mathieu). I believe standout safety, Grant Delpit, could join that list. Delpit is far and away the best safety in college football. The Cardinals need help in the secondary and Delpit is a guy that will come in and make an immediate impact.

10. CLE: OT Alex Leatherwood (Alabama)

Cleveland has a ton of talent but they haven’t been able to put it together yet, as they are still forming chemistry. However, the offensive line as a whole is very weak and their biggest need. Alabama tackle, Alex Leatherwood, would be a great addition to a team that will need someone to step in and anchor the line right away.

11. TEN: QB Justin Herbert (Oregon)

The Marcus Mariota experiment has failed and the Titans have turned to Ryan Tannehill. Although he has performed well in two weeks of starting, Tennessee will be looking for the answer at football’s most important position in the draft. They are a well-rounded team with talented young receivers. Oregon quarterback, Justin Herbert, has the size, mobility, and arm strength to be their guy. He’s been inconsistent and inaccurate at times, but he is a nice prospect who could have been the number one pick in 2019 if he had foregone his senior season.

12. TB: QB Jacob Eason (Washington)

Jameis Winston is in the last year of his rookie deal, and with the way he’s played for the Buccaneers, I don’t think they are going to extend him. They could find his replacement in the draft with Washington quarterback, Jacob Eason. Eason has a lot of talent and potential. Bruce Arians will love the chance to develop a rookie quarterback.

13. DET: EDGE A.J. Epenesa (Iowa)

If Detroit doesn’t resign Kenny Golladay and Marvin Jones, they could go after a wide receiver here, but if they do, they are a team that’s only a couple pieces away from Super Bowl contention. A.J. Epenesa is the best player available at this point in my mock draft. He hasn’t been a full time starter until this season but he has been outstanding at rushing the passer and he has a ton of potential.

14. LV: LB/S Isaiah Simmons (Clemson)

There aren’t many athletes in college football more exciting than hybrid linebacker/safety, Isaiah Simmons. Jon Gruden will fall in love with this kid’s tape. Simmons can lead this Las Vegas Raiders defense who are transitioning to a younger team. Gruden loves kids from big name schools like Clemson and this guy is a real dynamic threat.

15. JAX: CB C.J. Henderson (Florida)

After the Jalen Ramsey trade, there is a glaring need at corner opposite A.J. Bouye. Florida Gator defensive back, C.J. Henderson, is a great player who likes to get physical and talk trash with opposing receivers. Remind you of anybody? Henderson is the closest thing to Ramsey that there is in this draft class.

16. MIA (via PIT): WR Henry Ruggs III (Alabama)

Miami grabbed their franchise savior earlier and here they select his teammate, speedy wide receiver, Henry Ruggs III. Ruggs is great at stretching the field but he has also been able to put together highlight catches on a regular basis. It is rumored that Ruggs may even be able to break the record for fastest 40 yard dash, currently held by John Ross at 4.22.

17. LV (via CHI): WR Tee Higgins (Clemson)

This will be the 3rd Clemson Tigers player selected by the Raiders in the last 2 seasons. The Raiders have struggled at wide receiver and recently traded for Zay Jones. Higgins can play opposite Tyrell Williams, and together, they could form one of the biggest 1-2 punches at wide receiver, with both being 6’4.

18. PHI: CB Kristian Fulton (LSU)

Philadelphia’s secondary has been a problem as they haven’t been able to stop many opposing wide receivers. LSU corner, Kristian Fulton, would be an immediate upgrade at corner for the Eagles who are only a few pieces away from legitimate Super Bowl contender. Fulton has been outstanding during his college career at one of the premier schools in the nation.

19. CAR: EDGE Yetur Gross-Matos (Penn State)

If the Panthers don’t extend Cam Newton, they could easily go quarterback here. If they do extend Newton or roll with Kyle Allen or Will Grier in 2020, the best available talent is the route they could take here in selecting Penn State defensive end, Yetur Gross-Matos. He is a physical guy that loves to dominate opposing offensive tackles. The Panthers have a good young offense so I believe they use this pick to bolster their defense after allowing the 49ers to run ragged on them in week 8.

20. SEA: WR CeeDee Lamb (Oklahoma)

The Seahawks lack depth at wide receiver and CeeDee Lamb is an explosive playmaker that runs great routes. He’s having a stellar season at Oklahoma. The only thing that makes his draft stock fall is scheme fit and the loaded talent at receiver in this year’s draft class.

21. JAX (via LAR): OT Lucas Niang (TCU)

Jacksonville addressed their need at corner earlier in the round. Here they help bolster their offensive line. TCU tackle, Lucas Niang, is a monstrous run blocker who will come in and help pass protect and open up nice holes for Leonard Fournette in the run game.

22. BUF: WR Laviska Shenault Jr (Colorado)

Buffalo is a little thin at wide receiver after trading Zay Jones. John Brown and Cole Beasley are a nice duo but they’re getting older and rookie Duke Williams is actually 27 years old, which is uncommon for a rookie. Colorado standout, Laviska Shenault Jr, is a dynamic playmaker. He has lined up out wide, in the slot, in the backfield, and at quarterback in the wildcat. He brings a broad skill set to this Bills offense.

23. IND: EDGE Julian Okwara (Notre Dame)

The Indianapolis Colts will stay in-state here and select Notre Dame edge rusher, Julian Okwara. Okwara is an explosive guy off the edge. He had a monster game against Virginia a few weeks ago and it shows just how disruptive he can be when rushing the quarterback.

24. DAL: CB Trevon Diggs (Alabama)

Trevon Diggs is coming off a touchdown in each of his last two games. He’s a corner by the way. Younger brother of Stefon Diggs, Trevon Diggs has been a lockdown corner for the Crimson Tide this year. He plays like Marcus Peters at times and can get overly aggressive. But when he makes plays, it can offset the bad plays. The risks that Diggs takes is what makes him fall to the end of the 1st round to Dallas.

25. BAL: LB Dylan Moses (Alabama)

A torn ACL before the start of the season has hurt Dylan Moses’ stock some, but in a class weak at linebacker, he won’t fall out of the 1st round. The Baltimore Ravens need help at linebacker and Moses fills that need. This could even end up being a steal if Moses comes back strong off his knee injury.

26. MIA (via HOU): OT Trey Adams (Washington)

The Dolphins have taken a quarterback and a playmaker with their first 2 picks of the draft. With their third pick of the 1st round, they need somebody that can protect Tua. Washington offensive tackle Trey Adams is a giant who projects at left tackle. He’s athletic for 6’8 and good in pass protection. There are so many needs in Miami, but if you want Tua to succeed, you must give him someone to throw it to and someone to give him time to throw it.

27. MIN: OT Prince Tega Wanogho (Auburn)

Minnesota has a very well rounded team. There aren’t any needs that jump out at you. However, there’s always room for improvement. Auburn tackle, Prince Wanogho is an outstanding run blocker and good in the passing game as well. This addition will help the Vikings do what they love to do, and that’s establishing the run. Kirk Cousins is great at play-action and Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison have formed a very nice backfield. This team is a real contender, if not front-runner.

28. GB: WR Bryan Edwards (South Carolina)

Aaron Rodgers has always done well, whether he was throwing to established veterans, young stars, or unknown rookies. Why not give him a real threat opposite Davante Adams, in South Carolina wideout, Bryan Edwards. Edwards is a do-it-all talent who can make the tough catches, catch in traffic, run great routes, and bully smaller defenders.

29. KC: CB Bryce Hall (Virginia)

The Chiefs need a corner and Bryce Hall is one of the best in the nation. He’s tall and physical and has good ball skills. He’s a very willing tackler but sometimes gets beat over the top by faster receivers. He also reunites with former college teammate at Virginia, Juan Thornhill, to form a nice pair in the secondary for Kansas City.

30. NO: WR Antonio Gandy-Golden (Liberty)

Michael Thomas is the one of the best receivers in the game but he doesn’t have a true counterpart at receiver. The Saints could use another playmaker and with the 30th pick, I have them taking Liberty wide receiver, Antonio Gandy-Golden. Many haven’t heard of him but this guy is one of my favorite players to watch. He is 6’4, 220 pounds with amazing hands. He reminds me of A.J. Green when I watch his tape.

31. SF: C Tyler Biadasz (Wisconsin)

The 49ers have been tremendous to start the year. They just dominated the Panthers and are starting to silence the critics after a 7-0 start. Their bread and butter is the run game and they have been dominant and the defense has been even better. Add Wisconsin center, Tyler Biadasz, to the mix, and you have arguably the best offensive line in football.

32. NE: C Creed Humphrey (Oklahoma)

There aren’t too many holes on this Patriots team. If there is one, it’s definitely the offensive line. Injuries have played a big factor in that and David Andrews’ career might be in jeopardy. Oklahoma big man, Creed Humphrey has been solid for the Sooners and would be a nice addition to this team.

Round 2:

33. MIA: DL Javon Kinlaw (South Carolina)

34. CIN: OT Calvin Throckmorton (Oregon)

35. IND (via WAS): WR Tyler Johnson (Minnesota)

36. NYG: CB A.J. Terrell (Clemson)

37. ATL: DT Raekwon Davis (Alabama)

38. NYJ: WR Jalen Reagor (TCU)

39. LAC: QB Jake Fromm (Georgia)

40. DEN: OT Alaric Jackson (Iowa)

41. ARI: CB Jeff Gladney (TCU)

42. CLE: OG Shane Lemeiux (Oregon)

43. TEN: OT Trey Smith (Tennessee)

44. TB: RB D’Andre Swift (Georgia)

45. DET: RB Jonathan Taylor (Wisconsin)

46. CHI (via OAK): DT Marvin Wilson (Florida State)

47. JAX: LB Kenneth Murray (Oklahoma)

48. PIT: QB Jordan Love (Utah State)

49. CHI: LB Troy Dye (Oregon)

50. PHI: S Xavier McKinney (Alabama)

51. CAR: QB Jalen Hurts (Oklahoma)

52. SEA: EDGE Terrell Lewis (Alabama)

53. LAR: OT Austin Jackson (USC)

54. BUF: OT Tommy Kraemer (Notre Dame)

55. IND: WR Donovan Peoples-Jones (Michigan)

56. DAL: S Ashtyn Davis (California)

57. BAL: RB Travis Etienne (Clemson)

58. HOU: RB J.K. Dobbins (Ohio State)

59. MIN: S Brandon Jones (Texas)

60. GB: TE Albert Okwuegbunam (Missouri)

61. SEA (via KC): WR Collin Johnson (Texas)

62. MIA (via NO): RB Cam Akers (Florida State)

63. KC (via SF): OG John Simpson (Clemson)

64. ATL (via NE): RB Chuba Hubbard (Oklahoma State)