2019 NFL Mock Draft - Charlie Campbell

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19. Tennessee Titans: Dexter Lawrence, DT Clemson The Titans could use more beef on the defensive line, and I could see Mike Vrabel targeting Lawrence. Vrabel loved D.J. Reader with the Texans and comes from New England, where Vince Wilfork was a key cog during parts of the Patriots' dynasty. Lawrence could be Vrabel's long-term nose tackle in Tennessee.



Lawrence recorded 37 tackles with 7.5 for a loss, 1.5 sacks and three passes broken up in 2018. He totaled 34 tackles with 2.5 sacks in 2017. While Lawrence's numbers were down in 2017 over his freshman season, he helped create a lot of sacks for those around him. Team sources who did advance work on the 2019 prospects said Lawrence wasn't the same player as a sophomore, and they theorize he was playing with an injury that was not disclosed. As a junior, Lawrence was better than he was in 2017, but still not what he was as a freshman. He also hurt himself with a positive test that led to him being suspended for the playoff games against Notre Dame and Alabama.



The 6-foot-4, 342-pounder was a tremendous freshman to help Clemson win the 2016 season's National Championship. NFL sources were raving about Lawrence in the 2017 preseason, as he was impossible to ignore in 2016. Lawrence was an All-Freshman selection all over the nation, plus was named the ACC Rookie of the Year. He totaled 63 tackles with 9.5 tackles for a loss, seven sacks and a pass batted for 2016. One national scout for an NFC team told me that they thought Lawrence was among the two most disruptive defensive linemen that season - along with Alabama's Jonathan Allen. Click links to see the Titans' picks across all rounds: Click here to jump to the Titans' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 18 | Rd: 4 Pk: 19 | Rd: 5 Pk: 19 | Rd: 6 Pk: 15





21. Seattle Seahawks: Rashan Gary, DE Michigan The Seahawks could use another edge rusher, and it is a critical need since Frank Clark was traded away. Gary could be phenomenal in the Seattle defense.



In 2018, Gary totaled 43 tackles with 7.5 for a loss and 3.5 sacks. He opened the season by consistently burning Notre Dame's offensive tackles and putting steady hits on quarterback Brandon Wimbush. Gary missed three games in October with a shoulder injury - an AC joint sprain. In 2017, Gary notched 65 tackles with six sacks, one forced fumble and 12 tackles for a loss.



The 6-foot-4, 277-pounder is a rare athlete who could turn into a dominant defender. Scouting sources said in the preseason that Gary had high first-round potential if he put everything together, but during 2018, some team sources felt the junior was more of a mid-first-rounder given his so-so production in college. Gary has a tremendous skill set with rare athleticism, speed and versatility. His upside is off the charts. Click links to see the Seahawks' picks across all rounds: Rd: 1 Pk: 29 | Rd: 3 Pk: 28 | Rd: 4 Pk: 22 | Rd: 5 Pk: 21





29. Seattle Seahawks: Darnell Savage, S Maryland I could see Seattle trading down from this pick and adding more picks on Day 2 of the 2019 NFL. In this spot, the Seahawks grab their replacement for Earl Thomas, and Savage has a similar style of play to Thomas.



Savage (5-11, 198) played really well for the Terrapins in 2018, showing he is a potential starting free safety for the NFL. In 2018, Savage totaled 52 tackles with four interceptions and two passes broken up. He does not have great size, but he makes up for it with quickness and instincts. Savage has a special skill set with the ability to contribute as a free safety and nickel cornerback. In the deep part of the field, Savage is good in zone coverage and has the potential to be a true single safety. He can play the deep centerfield and cover a lot of ground to shut down the deep part of the field. With his good instincts, speed and athleticism, Savage is an asset to prevent big plays downfield and keep offenses from scoring quickly.



Savage had three interceptions with 59 tackles and eight breakups as a junior. He broke into the starting lineup as a sophomore and totaled 59 tackles with an interceptions. Click links to see the Seahawks' picks across all rounds: Rd: 1 Pk: 21 | Rd: 3 Pk: 28 | Rd: 4 Pk: 22 | Rd: 5 Pk: 21





31. Los Angeles Rams: Greedy Williams, CB LSU The Rams could use more cornerback talent as Marcus Peters and Aqib Talib are in the last year of their contracts. Here's a good fit for Wade Phillips.



In 2018, Williams collected two interceptions, 32 tackles and nine passes broken up. He had some problems against Alabama, giving up multiple first downs, a touchdown, and a longer completion on which Jerry Jeudy burned him with speed. Team sources have also said that the Georgia tape exposed Williams for being vastly overrated by the media. Some evaluators who like Williams see him as a late first-rounder, and others have graded him in the second round. The evaluators who were down on Williams feel that he lacks strength and gets bumped around and out-physicaled. He can't play inside, lacks instincts and awareness, and doesn't make plays in off coverage. Hence, they feel he really fits a press-man system only.



Williams broke out in 2017 with six interceptions, 11 passes broken up and 38 tackles. He showed an ability to break on the ball, and impressive ball skills. One big problem for Williams (6-1, 185) is a skinny frame that he needs to add a lot of weight to for the NFL. Click links to see the Rams' picks across all rounds: Rd: 3 Pk: 30 | Rd: 3 Pk: 35 | Rd: 4 Pk: 31 | Rd: 5 Pk: 31 | Rd: 6 Pk: 30 | Rd: 7 Pk: 37



