The NFL Draft is here and despite the obvious defensive talent sitting there, we aren’t quite sure who will be the No. 1 overall pick.
The Browns need a quarterback bad after passing on Carson Wentz last year via trade. However, will the Cleveland brass be able to calmly select Myles Garrett, and then patiently wait and hope for Mitchell Trubisky or DeShaun Watson to still be there at No. 12?
Also, there's a possibility of a trade that could just shake up the entire draft scenario, as teams jockey to grab Christian McCaffrey and Leonard Fournette among others.
Lets jump right into the mock draft.
1. Cleveland Browns: Myles Garrett, DE, Texas A&M
The Browns need players and various positions, which means Hue Jackson and company can’t afford to reach on a quarterback who isn’t even the clear No. 1 player on the board. Garrett amazed at the combine, with his numbers at his size.
The Browns, who desperately need a pass-rusher as well, don’t want to be the Jacksonville Jaguars, which drafted Blaine Gabbert over J.J. Watt.
2. San Francisco 49ers: Jamal Adams, S, LSU
In this pass-happy NFL, teams love pass rushers on defense, but the greatest needs comes in the defensive secondary, where the great teams have or desire a safety that can quarterback a defense as well. Adams is that and more, and John Lynch knows what a talented and versatile safety is.
Adams—the most versatile pure safety in this draft class—is not as deep as Ohio State’s Malik Hooker range-wise, but he’s better against the run and more interchangeable as he can cover deep and take on a tight end while also covering the slot.
3. Chicago Bears: Solomon Thomas, DL, Stanford
He’s a product of David Shaw, so you know he’s tough with a nonstop motor. The ability to play all over the defensive line makes Thomas a fit for the Bears.
4. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jonathan Allen, DT, Alabama
Tom Coughlin’s mentality is toughness, and they get no tougher than the former Crimson Tide All-American. Pair him with big money free agent Calais Campbell, and the Jaguars’ front becomes a wrecking crew.
5. Tennessee Titans: Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State
Cornerback is a clear area of need after they released veteran Jason McCourty, meaning free agent Logan Ryan is the only proven corner on this roster.
Lattimore is the best pure corner in this draft, as long as his health holds up (he has battled chronic hamstring issues). Lattimore is athletic and tough, and best of all, he can start immediately.
6. Cleveland Browns (trade from Jets): Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina
Trubisky is the most consistent and accurate passer of this group, thus giving Hue Jackson his quarterback.
7. Los Angeles Chargers: Malik Hooker, S, Ohio State
Hooker, a ballhawk, is an ideal fit for the Cover 3 scheme with his ability to cover sideline to sideline.
8. Carolina Panthers: Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU
Fournette is regarded as one of the most talented backs in the draft, and many believe he’s the 20-carry guy that can rejuvenate Cam Newton’s career.
9. Cincinnati Bengals: Reuben Foster, ILB, Alabama
Cincinnati can always use an thumping inside linebacker playing in the AFC North. Foster is the most talented linebacker in this draft.
10. Buffalo Bills: OJ Howard, TE, Alabama
Howard could become an immediate receiving threat for Tyrod Taylor, who is lacking reliable targets at wide receiver.
11. New Orleans Saints: Derek Barnett, DE/OLB, Tennessee
12. New York Jets: Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson
13. Arizona Cardinals: Patrick Mahomes, QB, Texas Tech
14. Philadelphia Eagles: Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford
15. Indianapolis Colts: Hassan Reddick, LB, Temple
16. Baltimore Ravens: Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan
17. Washington Redskins: Mike Williams, WR, Clemson
18. Tennessee Titans: John Ross, WR, Washington
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State
20. Denver Broncos: Ryan Ramczyk, OL, Wisconsin
21. Detroit Lions: Taco Charlton, DE, Michigan
22. Miami Dolphins: Forrest Lamp, OG, Western Kentucky
23. New York Giants: Garett Bolles, OT, Utah
24. Oakland Raiders: Zach Cunningham, ILB, Vanderbilt
25. Houston Texans: Davis Webb, QB, Cal
26. Seattle Seahawks: Takkarist McKinley, DE/LB, UCLA
27. Kansas City Chiefs: Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
28. Dallas Cowboys: Tre’Davious White, CB, LSU
29. Green Bay Packers: Malik McDowell, DT, Michigan State
30. Pittsburgh Steelers: Charles Harris, DE, Missouri
31. Atlanta Falcons: Budda Baker, FS, Washington
32. New Orleans Saints (from New England): Adoree’ Jackson, CB, USC
