Round 2

33. Cincinnati Bengals: Jonah Jackson, OG, Ohio State

Pass protection is the name of the game along the offensive line, and Jackson simply doesn’t get beaten very often thanks to his crisp technique.

34. Indianapolis Colts: Jake Fromm, QB, Georgia

I really think Indy addresses their quarterback situation in free agency/via trade, but in case they don’t, Fromm is the guy I’d bet they target at No. 34.

35. Detroit Lions: K.J. Hamler, WR, Penn State

Hamler in the slot with Kenny Golladay and Marvin Jones doing their thing above the rim in the Lions aggressive passing attack from last season. Hey, Detroit might be kind of fun to watch – just sayin’.

36. New York Giants: Yetur Gross-Matos, EDGE, Penn State

I’m really curious to see how Gross-Matos tests at the NFL Scouting Combine, but if Joe Judge is looking to build a Patriots-like defensive front, the big, long edge defender makes sense.

37. Los Angeles Chargers: Austin Jackson, OT, USC

I’ll be curious to see if the NFL stays high on Jackson, as some rumors have him in Round 1. His technique and posture issues would have me worried, but there is definitely some upside here.

38. Carolina Panthers: Jordan Love, QB, Utah State

Maybe Cam Newton stays for another year, but the Panthers can’t completely ignore the position. I know everyone thinks Love is going much higher than this, but I’m gonna need more proof before I buy that.

39. Miami Dolphins: Damon Arnette, CB, Ohio State

Arnette is a smooth and athletic cover corner who went back to school and made noticeable improvements this past season.

40. Arizona Cardinals: Lucas Niang, OT, TCU

I think Arizona will fix offensive tackle in free agency, but if they pass on it in Round 1, Niang might be the ideal developmental prospect to target on Day 2.

41. Cleveland Browns: Ashtyn Davis, S, California

Davis replaces Damarious Randall at free safety for the Browns, bringing range and ball skills to the back end of a secondary that needs both.

42. Jacksonville Jaguars: Adam Trautman, TE, Dayton

Trautman has to show out at the Combine to stay up this high, but he’s got better and more complete tape than any tight end in this class.

43. Chicago Bears: Antoine Winfield, S, Minnesota

If the Bears lose Ha-Ha Clinton-Dix they will be looking for a safety to play next to Eddie Jackson. Winfield also brings the added versatility of playing at a high level in the slot.

44. Indianapolis Colts: Harrison Bryant, TE, Florida Atlantic

I think the Colts feel good enough about their lines to start addressing their lack of talent in the passing game. I’m not this high on Bryant, but if he tests well in Indy, he’s going to go higher than people think.

45. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Clyde Edwards-Helaire, RB, LSU

Could Edwards-Helaire be the first running back off the board? It might not be likely, but I don’t think it’s crazy at all. He’s the most complete running back in the class, and everything about him is exactly what Jason Licht loves at the position. The Bucs might have more pressing needs depending on how free agency transpires, but for now let’s just enjoy thinking about an offense that adds this monster to an already loaded group.

46. Denver Broncos: Bryce Hall, CB, Virginia

Everyone has forgotten about Hall, but the dude put on some incredible tape before an injury ended his tenure at Virginia. Vic Fangio wants defenders who will tackle, so he’ll love Hall’s physicality and toughness.

47. Atlanta Falcons: Ross Blacklock, IDL, TCU

The Falcons love athleticism and gap-shooting ability up front, so Blacklock should be pretty high on their list as they look for help next to Grady Jarrett.

48. New York Jets: Terrell Lewis, EDGE, Alabama

Lewis is crazy raw with a significant injury history and very little production, so the Combine will basically make or break his draft stock. The Jets need an EDGE desperately enough to take a chance on Lewis’ tools in a weak class at the position.

49. Pittsburgh Steelers: Cole Kmet, TE, Notre Dame

The Steelers really need help at tight end, and while I don’t find Kmet’s game worth a Round 2 selection, his pedigree, size and versatile usage at Notre Dame will likely appeal to Kevin Colbert. I’d expect Jonathan Taylor to warrant consideration here as well.

50. Chicago Bears: Hunter Bryant, TE, Washington

Things just haven’t worked out with the Bears and Trey Burton, but Matt Nagy’s quest for a vertical threat at tight end can end here. Bryant has rare wheels for the position, but his weigh-in will be big in Indy.

51. Dallas Cowboys: Jordan Elliott, IDL, Missouri

Elliott is a big body with flashes of burst that intrigue me, but his technique needs work to become more consistent in the NFL.

52. Los Angeles Rams: D’Andre Swift, RB, Georgia

This pick would be infuriating to Rams fans with all their needs along the offensive line, but the well is pretty dry for offensive linemen by No. 52. Besides, this pick will make more sense when Todd Gurley gets traded this offseason.

53. Philadelphia Eagles: Troy Dye, LB, Oregon

I really didn’t feel great about anything here for Philly, but they need linebacker help in the worst way, and I enjoy Dye’s game even if it needs some refinement.

54. Buffalo Bills: Bryan Edwards, WR, South Carolina

If Edwards makes it to 54 (and the Combine could change that), he’s such a good fit for the Bills and Josh Allen. He has the ball skills to adjust for inaccuracy down the field, and the speed and strength to make things happen after the catch underneath.

55. Atlanta Falcons: Justin Jefferson, WR, LSU

I think Jefferson will go lower than many are projecting him right now, but he is a terrific possession receiver who will help a team in the red zone – especially when that team already has Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley.

56. Miami Dolphins: Jonathan Taylor, RB, Wisconsin

Miami doesn’t have any worthwhile running backs, so getting a feature guy at No. 56 would be perfect for them. This is their fifth pick in the draft, and Taylor’s bruising style and heralded character will mesh perfectly in Brian Flores’ locker room.

57. Houston Texans: Cameron Dantzler, CB, Mississippi State

The Texans need new life at cornerback if Bradley Roby walks in free agency, and Dantzler’s length and athleticism suggest a high ceiling as he develops behind Gareon Conley and Lonnie Johnson.

58. Minnesota Vikings: Lloyd Cushenberry, IOL, LSU

Cushenberry is ready to start right away, likely moving to guard in Minnesota to play alongside youngsters Garrett Bradbury and Pat Elflein, who have both been up-and-down since arriving in the NFL.

59. Seattle Seahawks: Julian Okwara, EDGE, Notre Dame

Okwara sure looks and moves the part, and we know Seattle doesn’t care much about college production, so this is a match made in heaven.

60. Baltimore Ravens: Kyle Dugger, S, Lenoir-Rhyne

Dugger is a big safety who could end up in more of a linebacker role in Baltimore, but his versatility to match up in coverage could be an asset for a defense that needs to get younger at safety.

61. Tennessee Titans: K’Von Wallace, CB, Clemson

Wallace is a quality nickel cover man who flew under the radar with all the other talent on the Tigers defense. He softens the blow from Logan Ryan’s potential departure in free agency.

62. Green Bay Packers: Donovan Peoples-Jones, WR, Michigan

Peoples-Jones has a chance to generate buzz with a strong showing at the Combine in a couple weeks, as he became a forgotten man in Michigan thanks to an overall lackluster offense.

63: Kansas City Chiefs: Cesar Ruiz, IOL, Michigan

Even if Ruiz doesn’t start right away for the Chiefs, he’s the type of player they’d be wise to add to their interior offensive line depth given the lack of long-term answers on their current roster.

64. Seattle Seahawks: Jaylon Johnson, CB, Utah

Johnson looks every bit the part of a Seahawks cornerback, and boy do they need one opposite Shaquill Griffin in 2020. They could also use his six picks and 15 PBUs over the past two seasons as well.

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