2020 NFL MOCK DRAFT




NOTES: 
Value is based on my composite big board
Measurements based on NFL Combine 


First Round 




1. CINCINNATI BENGALS (2-14)
Joe Burrow-QB-LSU   Value near EVEN
6-3/221
NFL Comparison: Jim Kelly/Troy Aikman/David Carr

After having arguably the greatest season by a QB in college football history, Joe Burrow is set to be the clear #1 pick in the 2020 draft. The Bengals will hope the Ohio native can take them to the playoffs within 4 years.

He compares to Kelly in toughness and size. Like both Kelly and Aikman he does no one thing great (other than win) but does everything well. Aikman had similar size and the only knock on him was the lack of an elite arm. However, he could also end up like Carr, who like Burrow had one year of monster production in college. Carr was picked #1 overall by a bad team and struggled in his career. 

2. WASHINGTON REDSKINS (3-13) 
Chase Young-EDGE-Ohio St   Value near EVEN
6-5/265
NFL Comp: John Abraham/Michael Strahan 

Young is a generational he best pass rush prospect. He averaged 13.5 sacks and 17.75 tackles for loss the past two seasons. He has Hall of Fame potential and his floor is probably that of former All Pro John Abraham. Barring injury, this guy will be a star. He also ends up in an ideal place. New coach Ron Rivera is a defensive guru that can get the best out of Young. 

3. DETROIT LIONS (3-12-1)
Jeffrey Okudah-CB-Ohio St   Value near EVEN
6-1/205/4.48/40 inch vert
NFL Comp: Champ Bailey/Stephon Gilmore 

The Lions will try to trade down. If they stay Okudah is the smart choice. He is a true press man corner that can mirror a top end receivers. In a division where you face Davante Adams and Mike Evans twice a year, having a true #1 corner is a game changer. Matt Patricia can use him similar to how the Patriots use Gilmore. 

4. NEW YORK GIANTS (4-12)
Tristan Wirfs-OT-Iowa    Value -3
6-5/320/34.0/24 reps/4.85
NFL Comp: Tyron Smith/Brandon Scherff 

The Giants invest in QB Daniel Jones and RB Saquon Barkley the past two draft. Now they need to protect them. New OC Jason Garrett wants great athletes for his blocking scheme. Wirfs is an incredible athlete that is in the Tyron Smith mold. Like Smith coming out of college in 2011, Wirfs has not played left tackle but possess the raw tools to make the transition. 

5. MIAMI DOLPHINS (5-11)
Andrew Thomas-OT-UGA    Value -8
6-5/315/36.125/21r
NFL Comp: Ronnie Stanley/Jake Matthews

The Dolphins could easily take a QB here but the smart move may be to take the two time All American tackle at #5 then trade back up to get a QB. They could possibly stay put at #18 and get Jordan Love. Thomas is probably the safest player in this class. He started as true freshman for a team that made it to the title game. He is also a high character guy that Head Coach Brian Flores covets. 

6. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (5-11)
Tua Tagovailoa-QB-Alabama   Value near EVEN
6-1/217
NFL Comp: Mark Brunell/Matt Leinart

Tua has all of the intangibles you look for in a QB. He is smart, has great poise, is an accurate passer and is a proven winner. He is also an undersized lefty with many injury questions. The Chargers have great players to surround him with so he could have similar success to what he had in college as long as he stays healthy. At #6 he is worth the risk.

7. CAROLINA PANTHERS (5-11)
Isaiah Simmons-LB/SS-Clemson  Value +3
6-4/239/4.39/39 inch vert 
NFL Comp: Brian Urlacher/Kam Chancellor/Jack Ham

Goodbye Luke Kuechly and welcome version Luke 2.0 Like the former All Pro, Simmons is a freak athlete that matches his athletic traits with physical play.  Simmons is Mr. Versatility, as he played linebacker, safety and slot corner while he was at Clemson. Carolina needs a ton of help on defense. 

8. ARIZONA CARDINALS (5-10-1)
Derrick Brown-DT-Auburn    Value +2
6-5/326/34.25/28r
NFL Comp: Akiem Hicks/Kevin Williams

The Cardinals could go offensive tackle here but let’s not forget this team was DEAD LAST in total defense last year. They should start up front by getting the space eating Brown. He has proven he can lineup anywhere on the line and have an impact. DC Vance Joseph can use him in many ways to disrupt the great offenses of the NFC West. 

9. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS (6-10) 
Jerry Jeudy-WR-Alabama Value near EVEN
6-1/193/4.45/35v
NFL Comp: Chad Johnson/Marvin Harrrison 

Jacksonville gets the most polished route runner to come out of college in quite some time. Jeudy alongside big bodied DJ Chark and speedster Dede Westbrook would give Jacksonville a dynamic young WR core. 



10. CLEVELAND BROWNS (6-10)
Jedrick Wills-OT/G-Alabama Value near EVEN
6-5/312/34.25 arms 
NFL Comp: Anthony Castonzo/Evan Mathis 

Jack Conklin was a great signing but they need a better bookend than Chris Hubbard, Baker was under a lot of pressure in 2019. Wills is a physical beast that would be an instant starter. The Kentucky native goes north one state to give the emerging Browns another key piece on the offense. 

11. NEW YORK JETS (7-9)
Ceedee Lamb-WR-Oklahoma     Value +4
6-2/197/4.5
NFL Comp: Greg Jennings/Torry Holt 

The Jets will either give QB Sam Darnold more protection or a weapon. Lamb fits the mold as a true #1 WR. Lamb would instantly be the most talented WR on the roster. He can beat you deep and on intermediate routes. Darnold just needs to get line help in the 3rd round. 

12. LAS VEGAS RAIDERS (7-9) 
CJ Henderson-CB-Florida  Value -2
6-1/204/3.39
NFL Comp: Byron Jones/Quentin Jammer

With Jeudy and Lamb off the board the Raiders consider the small speed demon Henry Ruggs but ultimately go with Henderson. He is a long athletic press man corner that is only a notch below Okudah. Pairing Henderson with Trayvon Mullen give the Raiders a young corner duo to help contend with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs 

13. MIAMI DOLPHINS 
Via Projected Trade w/SF
Justin Herbert-QB-Oregon  Value -4
6-6/238
NFL Comp: Blake Bortles/Brady Quinn

I only project one trade and only because it makes too much sense for both teams. The Dolphins want a young QB and the 49ers have no picks in rounds 2-4 so it make sense. Herbert is a reach in the top 10 but is worth the risk at 13. He has all of the physical tools and is known for his high IQ. However those tools have not always led to success on the field. If given time he can be successful but he must improve a lot. 

14. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (7-9) 
Josh Jones-OT-Houston  Value -7
6-5/311/33.63/24r
NFL Comp: Laremy Tunsil/Eugene Monroe

Tampa is in win now mode after signing Tom Brady and trading for Gronk. They cannot afford to take an injury risk with Mekhi Becton. His loss is Jones' gain. The other advantage Jones has over Becton is that he is older and more NFL ready. Tampa needs a plug and play OT to protect Mr. Brady 

15. DENVER BRONCOS (7-9)
Henry Ruggs-WR-Alabama     Value +3
5-11/188/4.27
NFL Comp: Mike Wallace/Santana Moss

Ruggs is fastest man in the draft. Drew Lock has a big arm and could use this speedster to help him in year two. Ruggs can be used in many ways and can be a matchup problem for AFC West defensive coordinators

16. ATLANTA FALCONS (7-9)
Mekhi Becton-OT-Louisville    Value Near EVEN
6-7/364/35.5
NFL Comp: Leonard Davis/Cordy Glenn

Pretty easy decision for the Falcons to take the best player on the board an improve one of the worst offensive lines in the league. Becton is a mountain of a man that can play tackle or guard. The Falcons must protect Matt Ryan. 

17. DALLAS COWBOYS (8-8)
Xavier McKinney-S-Alabama   Value -2
6-0/201/4.63/19r
NFL Comp: Tre Boston/Michael Huff

In my mock last year I had the Cowboys taking Darnell Savage at #58. Savage ended up going in the first round to the Packers. Dallas took (reached) on DT Trysten Hill in the second round. They still have a major need at safety and should not pass on McKinney here. 

18. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
Via Projected Trade w/MIA
Javon Kinlaw-DL-South Carolina  Value +5
6-5/324/34.8
NFL Comp: Chris Jones/Eric Swann

The 49ers trade down and still get the best player on the board in Kinlaw. He may drop slightly due to some injury concerns. Kinlaw would fill the void left by DeForest Buckner at defensive tackle. 

19. LAS VEGAS RAIDERS 
Justin Jefferson-WR-LSU   Value -2
6-1/202/4.43
NFL Comparison: Tyler Boyd/Reggie Wayne

The Raiders get the WR they need with their second pick in the first round. Like Wayne and Boyd, Jefferson lacks ideal size must makes up for it with great production, hands and route running.. 

20. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS 
Patrick Queen-LB-LSU   Value +2
6-0/229/4.5/18r    
NFL Comparison: Deion Jones/Eric Kendricks

Corner is a bigger need but the value is too to pass up on the ultra-athletic LB from LSU. Myles Jack has been inconsistent and newly added Joe Schoebert is solid but not great. Queen is the athlete they have lacked since Telvin Smith retired. 

21. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (9-7)
K'Lavon Chaisson-EDGE-LSU   Value +5
6-3/254/32.5    
NFL Comparison: Danielle Hunter/Dee Ford

The run on LSU players continues with Chaisson. The edge rusher is raw but has the raw tools teams look for in a pass rusher. Derek Barnett will be a free agent next year and may be too expensive to keep, Philly always looks beyond the current season when drafting.


22. MINNESOTA VIKINGS 
Yetur Gross-Matos-EDGE-Penn St   Value -4
6-5/266/34.8/20r  
NFL Comparison: Chandler Jones/Jason Pierre Paul

The Vikings need a young pass rusher. Gross Matos is big, athletic and was productive in college. 

23. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (12-4)
Ezra Cleveland-OT-Boise  Value N/A as is he is moving up boards
6-6/311/33.4/30r/4.93
NFL Comp: Nate Solder/Eric Winston

The Patriots have a history of taking offensive lineman earlier than projected like when they took Nate Solder and Logan Mankins. Cleveland is in the Solder mold and can hopefully play LT so they can move Isaiah Wynn to guard.

24. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (13-3)
 
Jordan Love-QB-Utah St  Value -3
6-4/224
NFL Comp: Ryan Tannehill/Kyle Boller

Drw Brees won't be around forever 

25. MINNESOTA VIKINGS (10-6)
A.J. Terrell-CB-Clemson  Value -3
6-1/195/4.42
NFL Comp: Kyle Fuller/William Jackson

Corner is by far and away the biggest need for Mike Zimmer and company. 

26. MIAMI DOLPHINS
Jonathan Taylor-RB-Wisconsin    Value -15
5-10/226/4.39
NFL Comp: Ricky Williams/Mark Ingram 

True workhorse back to help out the Dolphins anemic offense

27. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (11-5)
AJ Epenesa-DE-Iowa      Value +2
6-5/275/34.5
NFL Comp: Carlos Dunlap/Preston Smith

They were 31st in sacks, Bruce Irvin was a smart signing, but no one knows if Jadaveon Clowney will be back 

28. BALTIMORE RAVENS (14-2)
Kenneth Murray-LB-Oklahoma     Value +4
6-2/241/4.52/38v/21r
NFL Comp: DeMeco Ryans/AJ Hawk 

The Ravens love to draft guys with high college production from big schools 

29. TENNESSEE TITANS (9-7)
Trevon Diggs-CB-Alabama  Value +5
6-1/205
NFL Comp: Quinton Dunbar/Prince Amukamara

We could possibly see the Diggs brothers play each other in the playoffs


30. GREEN BAY PACKERS (13-3)
Brandon Aiyuk-ASU-WR  Value -7
6-0/205/4.5/40v
NFL Comparison: Hakeem Nicks/Nate Burleson

The Saints need another WR to help Aaron Rodgers get back to the Super Bowl.

31. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (13-3)
Tee Higgins-WR-Clemson-Clemson  Value +7
6-4/223
NFL Comp: Roy Williams/Herman Moore

Big WR to help out Deebo Samuel 

32. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (12-4) 
Jeff Gladney-CB-TCU  Value +2 
5-10/191/4.48/17r/37.5
NFL Comp: Justin Coleman/Logan Ryan

The Chiefs only true weakness has been in the secondary 

SECOND ROUND

33. CINCINNATI BENGALS (2-14)
Laviska Shenault-WR-Colorado   Value -3
6-2/225/4.58/17r
NFL Comparison: Anquan Boldin/David Givens

Both AJ Green and John Ross will be free agents. Joe Burrow needs weapons and Shenault is a Swiss army knife that can be used creatively by an offensive coordinator.

34. INDIANNAPOLIS COLTS
Denzel Mims-WR-Baylor   Value -5
6-3/207/4.38/38.5
NFL Comparison: Devante Parker/Brandon Lloyd

The Colts need more help outside to ease pressure off of TY Hilton. Mims a long big play guy that can instantly help Philip Rivers.  

35. DETROIT LIONS
Cesar Ruiz-C/G-Michigan Value +3
6-3/307/33.25/28r
NFL Comparison: LeCharles Bentley/Ben Jones

The Lions stay in state and get much needed help on the interior

36. NEW YORK GIANTS
Zach Baun-LB-Wisconsin      Value +5
6-2/238/32.5/4.65/24r
NFL Comp: Kyle Van Noy/Jamie Collins

The Giants pass on Simmons in the first but still end up with a very athletic defender in the second round. Like former Wisconsin edge defender TJ Watt, Baun tested very well at the combine but only had one year of great production in college.

37. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
Kristian Fulton-CB-LSU   Value +5
6-0/197/4.46/35.5v
NFL Comparison: Darius Slay/Antrel Rolle

Fulton could go anywhere from the mid first to mid second. The Chargers make sense here as they may lose Desmond King in free agency next year and have also had injury issues in the secondary.

38. CAROLINA PANTHERS (5-11)
Jalen Reagor-WR-TCU  Value -4
5-11/206/4.47/42v
NFL Comp: Robert Woods/Pierre Garcon

New OC Joe Brady wants more as many athletes as possible on the outside for his offense. Reagor is a big play guy that would work well in Brady’s system.

39. MIAMI DOLPHINS
Ross Blacklock-DL3T/1T-TCU  Value +5
6-3/290/32.5
NFL Comp: Sheldon Richardson/Tommie Harris

TCU players go back to back here. The Dolphins went all offensive in the first, so now it is time to add some players in the trenches on defense.

40. HOUSTON TEXANS (10-6) 
Michael Pittman-WR-USC  Value -3
6-4/223/4.52
NFL Comparison: Brandon Marshall/Kenny Britt

The Texans have ZERO receivers over 6 feet tall. Pittman is the redzone threat that Desahun Watson would absolutely love.

41. CLEVELAND BROWNS

Justin Madubuike-DL3T/1T-TXAM   Value -4
6-3/293/33.5/31r/4.83
NFL Comparison: Geno Atkins

Smaller but ultra-quick DT that would pair perfectly with former Aggie Myles Garrett along the Browns line. 

42. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS  
Jaylon Johnson-CB-Utah    Value +7
6-0/193/4.5/36.5v
NFL Comp: Desmond Trufant/Eugene Wilson

Jacksonville has a major need at corner. Johnson is the best one on the board. He has the aggressive traits and athletic ability one looks for in a starting corner.

43. CHICAGO BEARS
Antoine Winfield Jr.-S-Minnesota Value +5
5-9/203/4.45/35v
NFL Comparison: Bob Sanders/Donte Whitner

Special teams ace Deon Bush is the current starter opposite Eddie Jackson. The Bears would be an ideal setting for the versatile and physical DB from Minnesota.

44. INDIANNAPOLIS COLTS (7-9)
Deandre Swift-RB-UGA    Value +15
5-8/212/4.48
NFL Comp: Alvin Kamara/Duke Johnson

The Colts just cannot pass up the value here, plus Marlon Mack may leave next off season. They made a mistake by passing on Kamara in the second round in 2017. They redeem themselves here.

45. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
Clyde Edwards-Helaire-RB-LSU   Value -3
5-7/207/4.6
NFL Comparison: Maurice Jones Drew

Tampa gets a short but very powerful back that can split time with Ronald Jones. CEH will go from one winning program to playing with the best winner in NFL history if this happens.  

46. DENVER BRONCOS
Grant Delpit-S/DB-LSU   Value +6
6-2/213
NFL Comparison: Morgan Burnett/Harrison Smith

Delpit was a projected top 10 pick earlier in the year. His stock fell but this could be a major steal here. The Broncos may let Justin Simmons walk next year.

47. ATLANTA FALCONS
Julian Okwara-EDGE-Notre Dame   Value -4
6-4/252/34.5/27r
NFL Comp: Brian Orakpo

The Falcons still get a quality pass rusher after passing on several in the first round.

48. NEW YORK JETS
Austin Jackson-OT-USC   Value +4
6-5/322/34.2/27r
NFL Comp: William Beatty

The Jets add some protection for Sam Darnold after going with a WR in round 1. Jackson has left tackle athletic ability but struggled in college vs good edge rushers.  

49. PITTSBURGH STEELERS (8-8) 
JK Dobbins-RB-Ohio St   Value +2
5-10/205/23r
NFL Comp: DeAngelo Williams/Devonta Freeman

It seems the Steelers always draft a RB high. This is a smart move as James Conner will be a free agent and has battled injuries in his career.

50. CHICAGO BEARS (8-8)
Josh Uche-OLB/EDGE-Michigan    Value -10
6-1/245/33.5 
NFL Comparison: Shaq Barrett

The Bears get more help on defense. Uche can help both as a pass rusher and is athletic enough to play as an off ball backer. 



51. DALLAS COWBOYS (8-8)
Marlon Davidson-LDE/DL5T/3T-Auburn    Value +5
6-3/303/33.0/21r
NFL Comp: Tyson Alualu

Davidson is a solid starting DE that with scheme versatility.

52. LOS ANGELES RAMS (8-8)
Lloyd Cushenberry III-C/G-LSU  Value -5
6-6/312/ 34.625
NFL Comparison: Ryan Kelly

Jared Goff was under way too much pressure last year and the results were bad for the once explosive offense. Cushenberry can come in and compete to start at center or guard from day one.

53. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
KJ Hamler-WR-Penn St   Value +4
5-9/178/15r
NFL Comparison: Tyler Lockett/Dexter McCluster

The Eagles stay in state and get the small but explosive WR from Penn St.

54. BUFFALO BILLS (10-6)
Chase Claypool -WR-Notre Dame   Value -9
6-4/238/4.42/40.5v/19r
NFL Comp: Vincent Jackson

The Bills are in the market for a big WR to pair with newly added Stephon Diggs


55. BALTIMORE RAVENS
Kyle Dugger-S-Lenoir Rhyne   Value +5
6-1/217/4.49/42v/17r
NFL Comp: Kerry Rhodes/Clayton Geathers

Athletic freak big safety that can learn many a lot from Earl Thomas. The Ravens go for the best player on the board

56. MIAMI DOLPHINS
Ashtyn Davis-S-CAL Value NEAR EVEN
6-1/202
NFL Comp: Jordan Poyer

Davis is not the physical freak of Dugger but he has all of the athletic traits to be a starting safety in the NFL.

57. LOS ANGELES RAMS (8-8)
Terrell Lewis-EDGE-Alabama   Value +5
6-5/262/33.8/37v
NFL Comp: Trent Murphy

Injury concerns could cause a drop for Lewis, but this is good value for the Rams that need help on the edge.

58. MINNESOTA VIKINGS 
Isaiah Wilson-RT/G-UGA    Value -3
6-6/350/35.5/26r
NFL Comp: Kelechi Osemele

The Vikings have a history of drafting GINORMOUS offensive lineman going back to Bryant McKinnie and Phil Loadholt. Wilson can fit as a guard or right tackle.

59. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (11-5)
Cole Kmet-TE-Notre Dame   Value +6
6-6/262/4.7/37v
NFL Comp: Kyle Rudolph/Jason Witten

Greg Olsen maybe will give Seattle one great year if they are lucky. Kmet provides value as both a blocker and pass catcher. Seattle may even consider him in the first round.


60. BALTIMORE RAVENS
Jalen Hurts-QB-Oklahoma     Value -11
6-1/222/4.59
NFL Comp: Tyrod Taylor/Tim Tebow 

Makes too much sense, Lamar Jackson needs and athletic backup. Plus they can use him similar to how the Saints used Taysom Hill last year.

61. TENNESSEE TITANS
Neville Gallimore-DL1T-Oklahoma     Value +5
6-2/304/32.75/24r/4.79
NFL Comp: Ziggy Hood 

Gallimore and Jeffrey Simmons give the Titans a great young DT duo for many years.  

62. GREEN BAY PACKERS (13-3)
Noah Igbinoghene-CB-Auburn    Value -2
5-10/198/4.48/37v/15r
NFL Comp: Adoree Jackson

Noah is moving up boards and could go much higher but if he’s still there at #62, the Packers should take the athletic corner.

63. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (12-4) 
Jordan Elliott-DL1T3T-Missouri   Value +5
6-4/302/32.5/24r
NFL Comparison: Kewann Short/Devon Still

The Chiefs go best player available and have some insurance in case Chris Jones leaves.

64. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Robert Hunt-G/RT- Louisiana  Value -15
6-5/323/33.5
NFL Comp: Rodger Saffold

Seattle clearly need to use a high pick on the offensive line

































   




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