Grades for every first round pick of the NFL Draft

Christian Lysek

It's finally here. The draft was as wild as it always was and every mock draft was as useful as flat soda after the first pick. It's all part of the fun though, much like how draft grades are part of the fun. Let's look at every pick made on Thursday night.

1. Cleveland Browns: Myles Garrett, EDGE, Texas A&M
If Cleveland had picked anybody else, Cleveland would have resembled Metropolis after Man of Steel. They got a generational talent at one of the premier positions in the NFL. What more could you want? (Ok maybe a franchise quarterback but hey Sam Darnold right?)
Grade: A+

Mitchell Trubisky

2. Chicago Bears: Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina
The Bears gave up a lot to move up one spot (two 3rd round picks and a 4th) and take Mitch Trubisky. If Trubisky becomes a good quarterback, then this trade becomes irrelevant. For now the, it is safe to say the Bears got the short end of the stick.
Grade: D+

3. San Francisco 49ers: Solomon Thomas, EDGE, Stanford                 
John Lynch put on a draft clinic. He was basically given three extra picks to move back one spot and take the guy he wanted all along. A defensive line with Arik Armstead, DeForest Buckner, and Solomon Thomas has a great potential to be one of the league's best.
Grade: A

4. Jacksonville Jaguars: Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU
With the disappointments of TJ Yeldon and Chris Ivory looming over Jacksonville, the Jaguars did the right thing and moved on from that unexciting duo. Fournette is a physical beast to can take over games for Jacksonville.
Grade: A-

5. Tennessee Titans: Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan
I know the Titans need a receiver, but Corey Davis going 5th overall seems like a reach. He doesn't have the upside of Mike Williams and comes with some injury baggage. I would have been happier with this pick if they made it at 18.
Grade: C+

6. New York Jets: Jamal Adams, S, LSU
The Jets addressed their woeful secondary by getting one of the best safety prospects in years. Adams is a monster on the field and a leader in the locker room.
Grade: A

7. San Diego Chargers: Mike Williams, WR, Clemson
This is a good pick in the sense that Mike Williams has All-Pro potential, but a bad move in the sense that there are still holes on defense and their offensive line couldn't rip a hole in a wet paper bag.
Grade: B-

8. Carolina Panthers: Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford
The Panthers needed help at wide receiver and running back, so getting a great athlete who excels in both roles was a win for the Panthers. Good luck stopping Cam Newton, Kelvin Benjamin, Greg Olsen, Christian McCaffrey, and Jonathan Stewart.
Grade: A

9. Cincinnati Bengals: John Ross, WR, Washington
The Bengals are much like the Chargers: they picked a very good player, but they had bigger holes at other positions. They need to address their defensive line and linebacking core in order for their grade to go up.
Grade: B-

10. Kansas City Chiefs: Pat Mahomes, QB, Texas Tech
The Chiefs are a team built to make a Superbowl run in the next few seasons. Can someone explain why trading up 17 spots to get a quarterback that needs to redshirt at least a season or two makes sense? This move befuddled me.
Grade: D+

11. New Orleans Saints: Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State
This pick, however, made perfect sense. The Saints were fortunate to have the best corner in the draft fall to them, and they didn't squander the opportunity. This is another building block for a young defense slowly turning it around.
Grade: A+

12. Houston Texans: Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson
This pick actually makes sense. The Texans have few holes and need somebody other than Tom Savage starting. They drafted a guy who can compete immediately and possibly fix the Texan's quarterback woes.
Grade: B

13. Arizona Cardinals: Haason Reddick, LB, Arizona Cardinals
The Cardinals needed to replace Kevin Minter, and Haason Reddick is a great choice. He brings versatility and toughness to the Cardinals. Reddick should make a nice duo with Deone Buchanon.
Grade: A-

14. Philadelphia Eagles: Derek Barnett, EDGE, Tennessee
The Eagles needed a consistent EDGE rusher across from Brandon Graham, and Derek Barnett is the solution. Barnett is young and coming off three consecutive seasons of domination against SEC opponents. He fits nicely in Jim Schwart's scheme and should be an immediate contributor come this fall.
Grade: A-

15. Indianapolis Colts: Malik Hooker, S, Ohio State
The Colts under Chris Ballard have had a pleasant lack of foolishness with their decisions. Hopefully, the Ryan Grigson combo of overspending and reaching in the draft has been thrown out of the window. Drafting a top-10 talent with the 15th pick is a smart, savvy move.
Grade: A

16. Baltimore Ravens: Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
Perhaps no corner in this draft has the upside of Marlon Humphrey. Not many corners also hail from a school notorious for not being able to produce good pro corners. Humphrey is a worthy project, but this was a reach.
Grade: C+

17. Washington Redskins: Jonathan Allen, DL, Alabama
Much like the Colts, the Redskins did a nice job of being patient and letting the draft come to them. They netted one of the five best football players in the draft and filled a dire need.
Grade: A

18. Tennessee Titans: Adoree' Jackson, CB, USC
One reach wasn't enough for the Titans, who over drafted Adoree' Jackson. He is a phenomenal athlete, but he has had numerous weaknesses in coverage that must be addressed before he is worth this draft pick.
Grade: C-

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: OJ Howard, TE, Alabama
The fact that OJ Howard fell all the way to pick 19 is a crime. He is the most complete tight end prospect since Vernon Davis. Credit the Bucs for getting the best tight end in the draft this late.
Grade: A+

20. Denver Broncos: Garrett Bolles, OT, Denver Broncos
Bolles is definitely a risky prospect, but the Broncos are in such dire need of offensive line help that the risk is worth the potential to keep their quarterback's safe.
Grade: B

21. Detroit Lions: Jarrad Davis, LB, Florida
The Lions replaced DeAndre Levy with Jarrad Davis, an instinctive and athletic linebacker who plays with a high motor and passion. My only question is if he can stay healthy or not.
Grade: B+

22. Miami Dolphins: Charles Harris, EDGE, Missouri
The Dolphins are continuing to building across their front four with the pick of Charles Harris. Harris is an explosive yet unrefined player. Fortunately, the coaching staff and Cameron Wake should help smooth out the wrinkles in his game.
Grade: B+

23. New York Giants: Evan Engram, TE, Ole Miss
The Giants needed a tight end, but I think they got the wrong one. Engram is more like a big receiver with some blocking ability than a tight end with great speed. This pick could go either way, it just depends on the relationship he makes with Eli Manning.
Grade: C+

24. Oakland Raiders: Gareon Conley, CB, Ohio State
Until I know he is innocent, Conley will be a reach.                                                                                      Grade: D

25. Cleveland Browns: Jabrill Peppers, S, Michigan
Jabrill Peppers is a very good athlete who needs to find a position in the NFL. If the Browns can harness his talent, they could have an All-Pro on their hands. Then again, asking the Browns to harness talent is a dangerous proposition,
Grade: C

26. Atlanta Falcons: Takkarist McKinley, EDGE, UCLA
The Falcons traded up to get Tak McKinely, which makes sense. He fits their mold of the defender: fast and mean. Plus, he fills the void across from Vic Beasley on the defensive line.
Grade: A-

27. Buffalo Bills: Tre'Davious White, CB, LSU
Credit to the Bills for trading down and acquiring a nice haul of picks while still getting a day one starter. Tre White should replace Stephon Gillmore and help strengthen the Bill's defense.
Grade: A

28. Dallas Cowboys: Taco Charlton, EDGE, Michigan
The Cowboy's filled a need with an immediate starter, but Charlton is a more risky prospect than may seem due to his woeful combine and one-year wonder season. Rod Marinelli will have quite the challenge on his hands, but if anybody can get the most out of Charlton, it's him.
Grade: B+

29. Cleveland Browns: David Njoku, TE, Miami
The Browns decided to trade back into the first round when they realized that the tight end with the highest upside in the entire class was still available. This was a savvy move that should pay dividends once Njoku adjusts to the NFL.
Grade: A

30. Pittsburgh Steelers: TJ Watt, EDGE, Wisconsin
The Steelers filled the hole across from Bud Dupree with TJ Watt. Along with the bloodlines, Watt is a great athlete with active hands and a good burst. He could finally be the answer to the Steeler's pass rushing problems.
Grade: A

31. San Francisco 49ers: Reuben Foster, LB, Alabama
My goodness, John Lynch took everyone to school. He gave up a fourth round pick to move back into the first round and get one of the five best players in the draft. Solomon Thomas was a great pickup, but getting Thomas and Reuben Foster is ridiculous.
Grade: A+

32. New Orleans Saints: Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin
Much like pass rushers, a team can never have enough capable offensive lineman. The problem with this pick is that the Saints have capable offensive lineman and one pass rusher worth starting. Otherwise, Ramczyk is a good pick.
Grade: C+

2017 NFL Draft QB Rankings

Written by Christian Lysek

The 2017 NFL Draft is almost among us and with that, it is time to release my final position rankings. We will start out with the position group that is the most hotly debated: the quarterbacks. You, me, your best friend, your dad, your grandma, and your dog all have different opinions about how the quarterbacks should be ranked. It is important to rank that these are my personal rankings and not the order I think that these prospects will be drafted in. With that, here's a peek at my quarterback list:

1st Round Locks

Mitchell Trubisky

1. Mitchell Trubisky, UNC: Nothing changes here. Trubisky only has one year of starting experience, but his accuracy, ball placement, and decision making are all top-notch, and those are traits I put lots of stock in. I think he will be a top-ten pick.

2. Deshaun Watson, Clemson: Deshaun Watson slots in just behind Trubisky. Watson doesn't have the accuracy of Trubisky, but he is as clutch as they come, has good dual-threat ability, and can make any throw on the field. He is a first round lock.

The Next Big Three

3. Davis Webb, Cal: This is where things get interesting. Just about everyone has Webb outside of the top quarterback tier, but I would disagree. Webb has great size at 6'5'' and 222 lbs and has a cannon for an arm. There are some accuracy and decision-making questions, but he is mechanically sound and has great intangibles.

Davis Webb

4. Pat Mahomes II, Texas Tech: Mahomes falls just behind Webb because of his inconsistent mechanics and at times horrendous decision making. While Mahomes is definitely a project, he has every tool needed to succeed in the pros including the coveted ability to improvise.

5. DeShone Kizer, Notre Dame: I just finished Kizer's tape and I did not like what I saw. Kizer has really bad accuracy, ball placement, and decision making. While he has the tools, he is the biggest risk at the quarterback position in this year's class because at this point he is just an arm.

College Stars, Development Prospects:

Nate Peterman

6. Nate Peterman, Pitt: Peterman comes from a pro style offense and displays very good accuracy and decision making in his tape. He doesn't have much upside because of his lack of arm strength and athleticism, but he can be a good starter if he isn't asked to do too much.

7. Josh Dobbs, Tennessee: Josh Dobbs is a highly intelligent, dual-threat quarterback who has the tools to succeed in the pros. He does have accuracy, mechanical, and decision-making questions, but he is worth a day three flier. 

8. Brad Kaaya, Miami: Once considered a potential first-round pick, Brad Kaaya has fallen far. Kaaya has is smart and tough, but his questionable decision-making and lack of velocity on tape worry me enough to push him to day three.

9. Jerod Evans, Virginia Tech: Jerod Evans has a good arm and dual-threat ability, but he is one of those prospects that really needed an extra year at the college level. Never the less, he has the talent worth spending a day three pick on.

10. Chad Kelly, Ole Miss: Chad Kelly has the bloodlines and talent to be a first-round pick, but inconsistent play, off the field issues, and frequent injuries will keep him on day three.

Small-School Gems and the best of the rest

11. Alek Torgerson, Penn: Alek Torgerson is a small school prospect with nice tools and high intelligence, he just needs to prove he can hang with the big boys. 

Alek Torgerson

12. Antonio Pipkin, Tiffin: Antonio Pipkin is a D-II prospect with a good arm, tight spiral, and dual-threat ability. Teams will worry about his size and the competition he played against, but in my mind, he has enough tools to warrant a day three flier. 

13.  CJ Beathard, Iowa: CJ Beathard is a tough as nails quarterback from a pro style offense. He is intelligent and shows good ball placement, but his uninspiring arm and athleticism makes him seem like a career backup.

14. Seth Russell, Baylor: Seth Russell's main problem has been injuries. The dual-threat quarterback has the tools to be a star, but his serious injury problems (a neck injury and a dislocated ankle) and the fact that he comes from an air raid offense has caused him to plummet down the board. 

15. Zach Terrell, Western Michigan: Terrell is a solid quarterback prospect, but his stock depends on how much he succeeds because of star wide receiver Corey Davis. In my film studies, Terrell seems to get bailed out quite a bit.

16. Wes Lunt, Illinois: Lunt has the arm, size, and mechanics to succeed in the pros. He is one of those prospects who was doing it all by himself in college, so he might end up being an underrated gem.

17. Brady Gustafson, Montana: He is almost the same size as Brock Osweiler, which is intriguing. He can be a star if he fixes his also Osweiler-like accuracy. 

18. Cooper Rush, Central Michigan: He had some strong performances against smaller schools, but a very weak arm will keep him in the late rounds or free agency.

19. Trevor Knight, Texas A&M: Trevor Knight has a big arm and was a very good college quarterback, but his lack of size is keeping him off of many teams radars. Watch for him to make a position change.

20. Sefo Liufau, Colorado: Liufau has great intangibles and is extremely tough, but he does not resemble a pro quarterback. Look for him to either undergo a position change or go to the CFL.

21. Mitch Leidner, Minnesota: He has all of the tools, but he is too inconsistent to get drafted. Look for him in the CFL or the Arena League.

Mock Draft 4.0: Under a Month to go

Written by Christian Lysek

It is less than a month til the NFL draft. Now that we have many pro days in the books, let's look at what may happen in the first three rounds in the upcoming draft. Note: An OSOB prospect is an "other side of the ball prospect." As long as a player has not been picked in the real mock draft and plays on the opposite side of the ball of the player picked, then they can be selected for the team.

Round 1:

1. Cleveland Browns: Myles Garrett, EDGE, Texas A&M

An NFL executive called passing on Myles Garrett akin to "passing on a young Bruce Smith." The Browns would be crazy not to draft Garrett.

OSOB Prospect: Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina

2. San Francisco 49ers: Solomon Thomas, EDGE, Stanford

The 49ers want to run a Seattle-style defense, but that kind of defense requires certain player types, one of which is the Michael Bennett: a jack of all trades who is dominant at everything. Solomon Thomas is that guy and adds to the strong foundation the Niners have built on their defensive line.

OSOB Prospect: Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina

3. Chicago Bears: Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina

Mike Glennon is a stop gap guy who will let the next prospect develop and learn the game while he plays. Mitchell Trubisky has elite accuracy and has a big enough arm to thrive in the pros once he is ready.

OSOB Prospect: Jamal Adams, S, LSU

4. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jamal Adams, S, LSU

The Jaguars signed Barry Church to play strong safety, but he is older and not exactly elite. Jamal Adams is the best strong safety prospect since Eric Berry and will provide leadership to a young locker room.

OSOB Prospect: Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU

5. Tennessee Titans: Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State

The Titans have Devin McCourty and Logan Ryan at corner, but McCourty is getting old and having three great corners is never a bad thing (see: the Giants defense). Marshon Lattimore has elite ball skills and speed

OSOB Prospect: Mike Williams, WR, Clemson

6. New York Jets: Malik Hooker, S, Ohio State

The Jets secondary is still horrible and they desperately need an upgrade at the free safety spot. Hooker is a ball hawk and could help mask the Jets poor corner play.

OSOB Prospect: Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin

7. Los Angeles Chargers: Jonathan Allen, DL, Alabama

The Chargers spent a pick on Joey Bosa and add another defensive lineman stud in Jonathan Allen. Allen can line up all over the line and will upgrade an up and coming defense.

OSOB Prospect: Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin

8. Carolina Panthers: Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU

Jonathan Stewart is getting old and was largely ineffective last year. The panthers need some new blood at the position, specifically a 235 lb running back with incredible power and speed.

OSOB Prospect: Derek Barnett, EDGE, Tennessee

9. Cincinnati Bengals: Taco Charlton, EDGE, Michigan

Could the Bengals even design a better defensive lineman? The Bengals love long EDGE rushers and Taco fits the bill. Despite his mediocre combine performance, he is a beast on film who will be an upgrade from Michael Johnson

OSOB Prospect: Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin

10. Buffalo Bills: Mike Williams, WR, Clemson

The Bills let over 1000 receiving yards worth of targets leave during free agency and the best receiver they kept cannot stay healthy. Mike Williams has incredible above the rim ability and can help Tyrod Taylor open up the passing game.

OSOB Prospect: Gareon Conley, CB, Ohio State

11. New Orleans Saints: Derek Barnett, EDGE, Tennessee

The Saints need an EDGE rusher next to Cameron Jordan in the worst way. Like Taco Charlton, Barnett had a bad combine performance but puts on a show on film.

OSOB Prospect: John Ross, WR, Washington

12. Cleveland Browns: Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson

DeShaun Watson is arguably the best quarterback in the draft, He has the intangibles and tools to be a great NFL quarterback, all quarterback whisperer Hue Jackson needs to do is hone his accuracy and develop his talent.

OSOB Prospect: Gareon Conley, CB, Florida

13. Arizona Cardinals: Reuben Foster, LB, Alabama

Kevin Minter left in free agency, but the Cardinals might get lucky and nab the best linebacker in the draft. Foster is a huge hitter with coverage skills and would create a fearsome duo with Deone Bucannon

OSOB Prospect: Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan

14. Philadelphia Eagles: Gareon Conley, CB, Ohio State

The Eagles filled their hole at wide receiver by signing Alshon Jeffrey and Torrey Smith, so now they must address the corner position. Gareon Conley is not far behind his teammate Marshon Lattimore in terms of talent, and he has the ball skills and instincts to be a great corner in the pros.

OSOB Prospect: Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford

15. Indianapolis Colts: Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford

Frank Gore will be 33 years old when the 2017 season comes around. Christian McCaffrey is a four down threat who could give a consistent rushing presence for the Colts and take pressure off of Andrew Luck.

OSOB Prospect: Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida

16. Baltimore Ravens: Haason Reddick, LB, Temple

Zachary Orrs abrupt retirement leaves the Ravens with a hole at linebacker and the Ravens are old at the EDGE position with Terrell Suggs. Get you somebody who can do both, Baltimore.

OSOB Prospect: John Ross, WR, Washington

17. Washington Redskins: John Ross, WR, Washington

The loss of DeSean Jackson is a big one, and while Josh Doctson and Terrelle Pryor are set to make a good duo, the Skins would be smart to add the combine record breaker. He can be a field stretcher or even the Redskins number one wideout.

OSOB Prospect: Budda Baker, S, Washington

18. Tennessee Titans: Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan

The Titans need a number one receiver, and while there are questions about Corey Davis’ speed, but he is a complete route runner and has magnets for hands.

OSOB Prospect: TJ Watt, EDGE, Wisconsin

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Budda Baker, S, Washington

The Titans let go of Bradley McDougald and desperately need help at safety. Budda Baker is a rangy, versatile prospect with great open field tackling ability who reminds me of Tyrann Mathieu

OSOB Prospect: David Njoku, TE, Miami

20. Denver Broncos Ryan Ramczyk, OT,  Wisconsin

The Broncos offensive line was horrible last year and if the want Trevor Siemian or Paxton Lynch to develop, they need to, protect them. Despite the hip injury, I like Ramczyk better as a prospect than Bolles. He can lock down the blindside for several years in the league.

OSOB Prospect: Jarrad Davis, LB, Florida

21. Detroit Lions: Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida

Darius Slay is an very good corner, but he needs a running mate. Quincy Wilson is better than his teammate Teez Tabor and could transform the Lions secondary.

OSOB Prospect: Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State

22. Miami Dolphins: Forrest Lamp, OG, Western Kentucky

The Dolphins moved on from Branden Albert, meaning Laremy Tunsil will now move to left tackle, leaving a hole at guard. Forrest Lamp has drawn Zach Martin comparisons, and drafting him will give the Dolphins one of the better offensive lines in the AFC.

OSOB Prospect: Jarrad Davis, LB, Florida

23. New York Giants: David Njoku, TE, Miami

The Giants haven’t had a consistent tight end since Jeremy Shockey, but thankfully this year’s class is loaded, David Njoku is a freak athlete with great upside and potential.

OSOB Prospect: Raekwon McMillan, LB, Ohio State

24. Oakland Raiders: Montravius Adams, DL, Auburn

The Raiders need a corner to play across from Sean Smith so they can stop giving up chunk plays. Tre’Davious White is an experienced corner with cover and ball skills.

OSOB Prospect: D'Onta Foreman, RB, Texas

25. Houston Texans: Obi Melifonwu, S, UCONN

It looks like Houston is going to sign Tony Romo, which addresses their need at quarterback. This will allow the Texans to address the safety position, which is quietly a weak spot on their depth chart. Obi Melifonwu is a freak athlete who can line up anywhere in the secondary. He is raw, but he could make the vaunted Texans defense even scarier.

OSOB Prospect: DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre Dame

26. Seattle Seahawks: Garrett Bolles, OT, Utah

It's a real offensive lineman, and he excels in pass protecting. Russell Wilson may finally be able to sleep well at night with this pick.

OSOB Prospect: Malik McDowell, DL, Michigan State

27. Kansas City Chiefs: Davis Webb, QB, Cal

I’m not really sure why the draft community doesn’t view Davis Webb as a first rounder. He has a rocket arm and pro-ready frame, plus he has great intangibles. In my mind, he is a safer pick than DeShone Kizer and Pat Mahomes. The Chiefs take him here to see if he is the quarterback that can lead them to a Super Bowl

OSOB Prospect: Raekwon McMillan, LB, Ohio State

28. Dallas Cowboys: Jabrill Peppers, S, Michigan

The Cowboys seem to think that losing four key secondary pieces and replacing them with Nolan Carroll is a safe decision. It isn’t. Jabrill Peppers might not have a true position, but he has tremendous upside and versatility, so plugging him into the Cowboys secondary seems like a smart move.

OSOB Prospect: Zay Jones, WR, ECU

29. Green Bay Packers: Tre’Davious White, CB, LSU

The Packer lost Micah Hyde and will probably lose Sam Shields, creating a big hole at the corner position. Chidobe Awuzie has the coverage skills and size to play in the pros, plus he is very good against the run.

OSOB Prospect: D'Onta Foreman, RB, Texas

30. Pittsburgh Steelers: TJ Watt, EDGE, Wisconsin

Surprise! The Steelers need a pass rusher again. TJ Watt is a relentless pass rusher who lead the B1G in sacks. He has the physical ability and technique to finally rejuvenate the lacking Pittsburgh pass rush.

OSOB Prospect: Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina

31. Atlanta Falcons: Charles Harris, EDGE, Missouri

The Falcons need to enhance their pass rush, and in this mock, that means taking Charles Harris. He has great burst and a wicked spin move, and he would make a nice duo with Vic Beasley.

OSOB Prospect: Dan Feeney, OG, Indiana

32. New Orleans Saints: Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Colorado

The Saints have been putting band aids at the linebacker spot, and it is time to fix that. Jarrad Davis has great instincts and athleticism, and he could be a difference maker for the Saints.

OSOB Prospect: Cam Robinson, OL, Alabama

Round 2:

33. Cleveland Brown: Sidney Jones, CB, Washington

Sidney Jones did tear his achilles, but he is still a great prospect and according to some reports might be able to play in 2017.

OSOB Prospect: Evan Engram, TE, Ole Miss

34. San Francisco 49ers: DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre Dame

The 49ers need a young quarterback to develope behind Brian Hoyer and DeShone Kizer might be the guy. He has all the tools, he just needs to fix his flaws to become a star.

OSOB Prospect: Desmond King, S/CB, Iowa

35. Jacksonville Jaguars: Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State

Cook falls because of off the field questions, fumbling issues, and a poor combine performance. The Jaguars would be more than happy to pick him though, as he is still an extremely talented running back.

OSOB Prospect: Malik McDowell, DL, Michigan State

36. Chicago Bears: Desmond King, CB/S, Iowa

No matter if King plays safety or corner for the Bears, he will be an instant upgrade. King can cover, tackle, and he has tremendous ball skills

OSOB Prospect: Antonio Garcia, OT, Troy

37. Los Angeles Rams: Evan Engram, TE, Ole Miss

Jared Goff needs better pass catchers, and Engram fits the bill. He is a tight end with wide receiver speed and Jordan Reed potential.

OSOB Prospect: Takkarist McKinley, EDGE, UCLA

38. Los Angeles Chargers: Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama

Cam Robinson has off the field problems, but he is also an elite athlete who can play tackle or guard. He could bust, but his boom is too good to pass up on.

OSOB Prospect: Marcus Maye, S, Florida

39. New York Jets: Cordrea Tankersley, CB, Clemson

The Jets secondary is so terrible they double dip in this mock. Cordrea Tankersley has great physical ability and instincts and would be nice young piece for the Jets rebuild.

OSOB Prospect: Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee

40. Carolina Panthers: Takkarist McKinley, EDGE, UCLA

The Panthers need to rejuvenate their pass rush on the edge, and while Takk Mckinley is a raw prospect, he has the physical gifts to be a star.

OSOB Prospect: Adam Shaheen, TE, Ashland

41. Cincinnati Bengals: Jarrad Davis, LB, Florida

The Bengals don’t get Reuben Foster in this mock, but Jarrad Davis is hardly a downgrade, He is a physical beast with great instincts.

OSOB Prospect: Pat Elflein, OL, Ohio State

42. New Orleans Saints: Zac Cunningham, LB, Vanderbilt

The Saints continue to bolster their defense with Zac Cunningham. He has great instincts and is a perfect image of a modern NFL linebacker.

OSOB Prospect: Pat Elflein, OL, Ohio State

43. Philadelphia Eagles: D'Onta Foreman, RB, Texas

The Eagles have a nice selection of scatbacks to choose from, but no true workhorse. Foreman Can carry the offensive load and make life easy for Carson Wentz.

OSOB Prospect: Raekwon McMillan, LB, Ohio State

44. Buffalo Bills: Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama

The Bills need to replace Stephon Gilmore's corner spot so they aren't exposed in the passing game come fall. Marlon Humphrey is a great athlete and a tenacious defender who offers great upside as a corner.

OSOB Prospect: Antonio Garcia, OT, Troy

45. Arizona Cardinals: Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina

The Cardinals need fresh blood at the wide receiver position, and Zay Jones fits the bill. The NCAA reception record breaker has hands like steel traps and is a tremendous route runner. Add that to his size and speed, and Jones can bring the Cardinals offense to its 2015 days.

OSOB Prospect: Adoree’ Jackson, CB, USC

46. Indianapolis Colts: Dan Feeney, OG, Indiana

The Colts must continue to rebuild their offensive line, and Dan Feeney would be a great pick to do just that. The guard has great experience, strength, and technique. He should be a day one starter in the league

OSOB Prospect: Adoree’ Jackson, CB, USC

47. Baltimore Ravens: Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington

The Ravens have plenty of field stretching wide receivers in Mike Wallace and Breshad Perriman, so drafting Kupp as the replacement to Steve Smith makes sense. He isn't the fastest guy, but he is a great route runner and has magnet hands.

OSOB Prospect: Carl Lawson, EDGE, Auburn

48. Minnesota Vikings: Dion Dawkins, OL, Temple

The Vikings fielded one of football's worst offensive line last year, so in this mock they select Dion Dawkins. Dawkins can play tackle or guard and has a mean streak the Vikings will love.

OSOB Prospect: Carlos Watkins, DL, Clemson

49. Washington Redskins: Raekwon McMillan, LB, Ohio State

The Redskins continue to improve their run defense by adding the athletic and instinctive Raekwon McMillan. He was the Buckeyes leading tackler for two years and can help strengthen a poor run defense.

OSOB Prospect: Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee

50. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee

Doug Martin continues to be an inconsistent player, and he is an expensive one at that. Don’t be surprised if an explosive running back like Kamara takes over on opening day.

OSOB Prospect: Carl Lawson, EDGE, Auburn

51. Denver Broncos: Malik McDowell, DL, Michigan State

Denver is still suffering from the loss of Malik Jackson so they select a high upside player in Malik McDowell. If the coaching staff can get McDowell to commit to the game, they might have an All-Pro on their hands.

OSOB Prospect: Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee

52. Cleveland Browns: Adam Shaheen, TE,  Ashland

The Browns continue to go best player available and get Adam Shaheen. Shaheen is like an elk: nobody suspects a guy that huge to run fast, but he can dust people. Plus he can block

OSOB Prospect: Marcus Maye, S, Florida

53. Detroit Lions: Carl Lawson, EDGE, Auburn

The Lions finally get their pass rusher to pair with Ziggy Ansah. Lawson is a physical beast and excels at getting to the quarterback.

OSOB Prospect: Joe Mixon, RB, Oklahoma

54. Miami Dolphins: Adoree’ Jackson, CB, USC

The Dolphins don’t exactly have a strong secondary, and drafting Jackson would go a long way to change that. He is a fantastic athlete with better cover skills than he is given credit for.

OSOB Prospect: Dorian Johnson, OG, Pitt

55. New York Giants: Antonio Garcia, OT, Troy

The Giants must address their tackle position as Eric Flowers is terrible. Garcia is a raw prospect, but he would still be an upgrade over Flowers.

OSOB Prospect: Duke Riley, LB, LSU

56. Oakland Raiders: Joe Mixon, RB, Oklahoma

“If Hannibal Lecter ran a 4.3, we’d probably diagnose it as an eating disorder.” -Cardinals GM Steve Keim.

OSOB Prospect: Fabian Moreau, CB, UCLA

57. Houston Texans: Pat Mahomes, QB, Texas Tech

Pat Mahomes has all of the talent in the world, he just has no clue how to use it. If the Texans get Tony Romo, that buys them time to train their quarterback project of the future.

OSOB Prospect: Alex Anzalone, LB, Florida

58. Seattle Seahawks: Carlos Watkins, DL, Clemson

The Seahawks must continue to bolster their defensive line with young talent. Watkins looks like the next great Clemson defensive lineman.

OSOB Prospect: Dorian Johnson, OG, Pitt

59. Kansas City Chiefs: Marcus Williams, S, Utah

The Chiefs need a better safety to pair with Eric Berry, so they take Marcus Williams with the 59th pick. Williams is a rangy ballhawk who would strengthen a formidable Chiefs defense.

OSOB Prospect: Teez Tabor, CB, Florida

60. Dallas Cowboys: Jordan Willis, EDGE, Kansas State

The Cowboys don’t have a decent EDGE rusher who can pass a drug test, so they take Jordan Willis in this mock draft. He had a great combine and would give Rod Marinelli a clean defensive lineman to work with.

OSOB Prospect: Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech

61. Green Bay Packers: Tyus Bowser, EDGE, Houston

The Packers need to get younger at the EDGE position, and Tyus Bowser would be a great choice. People are starting to realize (including me) he could be a dominant player in the pros.

OSOB Prospect: Kareem Hunt, RB, Toledo

62. Pittsburgh Steelers: Fabian Moreau, CB, UCLA

Fabian Moreau falls because of a torn pec, but the Steelers should be more than happy to draft him. Moreau is physical talent with very good coverage skills.

OSOB Prospect: Teez Tabor, CB, Florida

63. Atlanta Falcons: Pat Elflein, OL, Ohio State

The Falcons need to fill their hole at the guard position, so picking up the versatile Pat Elflein made sense. He isn’t a flashy prospect, but he will get the job done.

OSOB Prospect: Dorian Johnson, OG, Pitt

64. Carolina Panthers: Marcus Maye, S, Florida

The Panthers don’t have very good safeties, and Marcus Maye is coming from one of the countries DBUs. He is too talented not to take and put on the field.

OSOB Prospect: Adam Bisnowaty, OT, Pitt

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65. Cleveland Browns: Caleb Brantley, DL, Florida

The Browns get an underrated defensive lineman to pair with Danny Shelton.

OSOB Prospect: Adam Bisnowaty, OT, Pitt

66. San Francisco: Chris Godwin, WR, Penn State

San Francisco's wide receivers are all either old or bad, so getting Godwin gives them youth and upside.

OSOB Prospect: Justin Evans, S, Texas A&M

67. Chicago Bears: Adam Bisnowaty, OT, Pitt

The Bears haven’t been able to solve their bookend problem, but Adam Bisnowaty might be the answer. He has good technique and a mean streak.

OSOB Prospect: Jaleel Johnson, DL, Iowa

68. Jacksonville Jaguars: Nate Peterman, QB, Pitt

If Blake Bortles cannot perform at a high level, this is the back up plan. Peterman is an accurate QB from a pro-style offense.

OSOB Prospect: Tarell Basham, EDGE, Ohio

69. LA Rams: Ryan Anderson, EDGE, Alabama

The Rams are moving to a 3-4 scheme and need young bodies to run it. Anderson fits the scheme and has great potential.

OSOB Prospect: Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech

70. New York Jets: Curtis Samuel, WR/RB, Ohio State

The Jets need playmakers, and Curtis Samuel is a weapon at wide receiver and running back.

OSOB Prospect: Tarell Basham, EDGE, Ohio

71. LA Chargers: John Johnson, S, Boston College

The Chargers add a versatile and rangy piece to their secondary with John Johnson.

OSOB Prospect: Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech

72. New England Patriots: Justin Evans, S, Texas A&M

The Patriot’s safety duo is getting old, so Evans makes sense both as a long term solution and a short term option as a third safety.

OSOB Prospect: Jamaal Williams, RB, BYU

73. Cincinnati Bengals: Dorian Johnson, OG, Pitt

The Bengals get their replacement for Kevin Zeitler with the mean Dorian Johnson.

OSOB Prospect: Eddie Jackson, S, Alabama

74. Philadelphia Eagles: Duke Riley, LB, LSU

The Eagles will probably let go Mychal Kendricks, and in this mock they draft the athletic and instinctive Duke Riley as his replacement.

OSOB Prospect: Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan

75. Buffalo Bills: Jordan Leggett, TE, Clemson

The Bills continue to get weapons with Jordan Leggett, who was a good blocker and receiver for the Tigers.

OSOB Prospect: Jaleel Johnson, DL, Iowa

76. New Orleans Saints: Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech

The Saints find a replacement for Brandin Cooks with Carlos Henderson, who is a deep threat and the best YAC receiver in the class.

OSOB Prospect: Kevin King, CB, Washington

77. Arizona Cardinals: Kevin King, CB, Washington

The Cardinals draft Kevin King, who has a Richard Sherman type build and potential. He will make a nice pair with Patrick Peterson,

OSOB Prospect: Ethan Pocic, OL, LSU

78. Baltimore Ravens: Rasul Douglas, CB, West Virginia

The Ravens signed Brandon Carr, but they need to continue to help their secondary with good prospects like Rasul Douglas.

OSOB Prospect: Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson

79. Minnesota Vikings: Taywan Taylor, WR, Western Kentucky

Taywan Taylor is like Cordarrelle Patterson except Taylor can actually play receiver.

OSOB Prospect: Jaleel Johnson, DL, Vikings

80. Indianapolis Colts: Teez Tabor, CB, Florida

Teez Tabor ran a really bad 40 at his pro day, but he looks great on tape and the Colts need help in the secondary.

OSOB Prospect: Eric Saubert, TE, Drake

81. Washington Redskins: Jaleel Johnson, DL, Iowa

Washington finally gets some much needed help on the defensive line with Jaleel Johnson, who has great upside.

OSOB Prospect: Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson

82. Denver Broncos:  Bucky Hodges, TE, Virginia Tech

The Broncos need upside at the tight end position and Bucky Hodges is a receiving weapons who, in time, can be a star.

OSOB Prospect: Jalen Reeves-Maybin, LB, Tennessee

83. Tennessee Titans: Tarell Basham, EDGE, Ohio

The Titans could use some youth at the EDGE position and Tarell Basham has tremendous upside.

OSOB Prospect: Eric Saubert, TE, Drake

84. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Eric Saubert, TE, Drake

The Bucs have Cameron Brate, but Saubert has more physical talent and it would be another big target for Jameis Winston.

OSOB Prospect: Tanoh Kpassagnon, EDGE, Villanova

85. Detroit Lions: Kareem Hunt, RB, Toledo

Detroit finally gets its feature back, and this one doesn’t have a fumbling issue.

OSOB Prospect: Dalvin Tomlinson, DL, Alabama

86. Minnesota Vikings: Jalen Reeves-Maybin, LB, Tennessee

The Vikings need to fill the hole left by Chad Greenway, and Jalen Reeves-Maybin has enough talent to excel in the Vikings defense.

OSOB Prospect: Marlon Mack, RB, USF

87. New York Giants: Tanoh Kpassagnon, EDGE, Villanova

The Giants continue their tradition of stacking their defensive line by drafting an athletic freak in Tanoh Kpassagnon.

OSOB Prospect: Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson

88. Oakland Raiders: Eddie Jackson, S, Alabama

The Raiders find their eventual replacement for Reggie Nelson.

OSOB Prospect: Julie’n Davenport, OT, Bucknell

89. Houston Texans: Vince Biegel, LB, Wisconsin

The Texans draft a guy who can rush the passer, drop into coverage, and provide good run defense.

OSOB Prospect: Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan

90 Seattle Seahawks: Ethan Pocic, OL, LSU

The Seahawks continue to bolster their line by getting the versatile Ethen Pocic.

OSOB Prospect: Howard Wilson, CB, Houston

91. Kansas City: Dalvin Tomlinson, DL, Alabama

The Chiefs find their replacement for Dontari Poe.

OSOB Prospect: JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, USC

92. Dallas Cowboys: Cameron Sutton, CB, Tennessee

Sutton fills another hole in the secondary for the Cowboys by selected the highly instinctive corner.

OSOB Prospect: Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan

93. Green Bay: Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson

The Packers get their workhorse running back with Wayne Gallman, who runs with determination and violence.

OSOB Prospect: DeMarcus Walker, EDGE, Florida State

94. Pittsburgh Steelers: JuJu Smith Schuster, WR, USC

The Steelers give Big Ben another weapon with JuJu, who is a great YAC guy with pro bowl potential.

OSOB Prospect: Tedric Thompson, S, Colorado

95. Atlanta Falcons:  Ahkello Witherspoon, CB, Colorado

Ahkello Witherspoon is the fast, long, and physical type of corner Dan Quinn loves.

OSOB Prospect: Michael Roberts, TE, Toledo

97. New England Patriots: Joe Mathis, EDGE, Washington

Joe Mathis might be injury prone, but when he is healthy, he will be a dominant force for the Patriots.

OSOB Prospect: Jamaal Williams, RB, BYU

97. Miami Dolphins: DeMarcus Walker, EDGE, Florida State

DeMarcus Walker might have been given a tweener label by some, but he has an unstoppable motor and is a worthwhile risk in the third round.

OSOB Prospect: Michael Roberts, TE, Toledo

98. Carolina Panthers: Howard Wilson, CB, Houston

The Panthers need to keep bolstering their secondary, so in this mock they pick the underrated Howard Wilson.

OSOB Prospect: Adam Bisnowaty, OT, Pitt

99. Baltimore Ravens: Taylor Moton, OL, Western Michigan

Moton is a great athlete with versatility. He could be Ricky Wagner’s replacement.

OSOB Prospect: Larry Ogunjobi, DL, Charlotte

100. Tennessee Titans: Larry Ogunjobi, DL, Charlotte

The Titans continue to strengthen their defense by selecting Larry Ogunjobi, who has tremendous upside.

OSOB Prospect: Jake Butt, TE, Michigan

101. Denver Broncos: Elijah Qualls, DL, Washington

The Broncos signed Domata Peko, but he is a band-aid, not a solution. Qualls is a very good athlete who can stuff the run.

OSOB Prospect: Jamaal Williams, RB, BYU

102. Seattle Seahawks: Josh Jones, S, NC State

If Kam Chancellor leaves in free agency next year, this is the contingency plan. Jones can lay the woods and play effectively in coverage.

OSOB Prospect: Julie’n Davenport, OT, Bucknell

103. New Orleans Saints: Corn Elder, CB, Miami

The Saints take the tenacious Corn Elder, who will be their slot corner.

OSOB Prospect: Marlon Mack, RB, USF

104. Kansas City Chiefs: Derek Rivers, EDGE, Youngstown State

Rivers might not last this long, but if he does, the Chiefs will get themselves a great pass rusher to keep their EDGE rotation strong.

OSOB Prospect: Chad Hansen, WR, Cal

105. Pittsburgh Steelers: Alex Anzalone, LB, Florida

Alex Anzalone has dealt with injuries, but he is a good athlete with top notch instincts who could replace Lawrence Timmons.

OSOB Prospect: Marlon Mack, RB, USF

106. Seattle Seahawks: Michael Roberts, TE, Toledo

The Seahawks get a very good blocking tight end with red zone ability.

OSOB Prospect: Dasheon Hall, EDGE, Texas A&M

107. New York Jets: Tim Williams, EDGE, Alabama

The Jets end the third round by selecting the biggest boom-or-bust prospect in the draft. Williams has all pro potential, the Jets just need to harness it.

OSOB Prospect: Julie’n Davenport, OT, Bucknell