Since The Draft Is Happening Soon

I thought I would give a mock draft a try today. I'm not anywhere as up to date on the prospects in this draft, so much of this comes from the 30 visits and pro days attended.

Here goes nothing:

Rd1 Pick 21: Chris Johnson CB, SDSU - Future 1a CB with immediate starter capabilities.

Rd2 Pick 53: Gennings Dunker OL, Iowa - High floor OL that should excel at LG.

Rd3 Pick 76: Carson Beck QB, Miami - QB is too high of need to not take one with a top3 pick

Rd3 Pick 85: Zachariah Branch WR, GA - Speedy slot WR/Return specialist

Rd3 Pick 99: Bud Clark FS, TCU - 15 INTs in 4 seasons. Too much production to ignore here.

Rd4 Pick 121: Austin Barber Swing Tackle, Florida - Immediate swing tackle that should develop into the starting lineup at LT or RT in year 3.

Rd4 Pick 135: Taylen Green QB, Arkansas - This is more of a personal choice here. I'm looking at Green to be used as an offensive weapon in multiple ways. Much like how the Saints used Taysom Hill.


This is where I will stop. Like I said before, I just don't know this class as well as past classes.

 

I like the idea of getting another corner on the other side of Porter that will stick around longer than just a year, which has been the case for too long now.

If we get two lock down corners on either side of the field the defense could be dangerous.

Plus we get our guard in the 2nd. Alot of the guards in the draft are praised for pass pro, but Dunker looks to be really good run blocker as well.

 

This one is close to what I want to see. Although I have no interest in Beck. Really want to see another stud defensive linemen added this year

 

Of the QBs that have visits, who do you like? I don't know the guy from one of the Dakotas. Green has not shown to be a very accurate passer.

I agree with adding another DL. We added a good depth piece in FA. I think if we must choose between OL and DL, MM will go with OL. Not sure how Omar will see it.

 

I dont want to take a qb at all.I would much rather see them continue to rebuild the team. We need a left guard, a man beating slot receiver, a pass rushing defensive lineman, possibly an ot, a kick/punt returner. It wouldnt hurt to get a big thumping linebacker either. They’re supposedly really high on Howard. So roll with mason and Howard. If we suck we’re in a better position to draft a qb next season in what should be a better class.

 

I think they still have more top 30 visits to come.

 

I think they are high on Howard also. However, as it stands right now today, ARod is not signed as a Steeler, the only QBs on the roster are a guy that has never taken an NFL snap in Howard, and Mason Rudolph. QB is a priority.
I'm not even saying draft Carson Beck. I'm saying take a shot. Football is a funny game. You never know who might just become great. Last draft we needed a QB and drafted Howard in the 6th. I don't sense any change in need for a QB yet. 12 picks. I would be surprised and disappointed if none of them went to a QB.


What do we know about the guy from NDSU? I didn't watch a single game. I know they have put some decent to good players into the league.
Protecting the QB is top priority. Just ask Joe Burrow. Must keep building the OL. I'm hoping we will see a lot of emphasis on OL and a QB. And if we stink because we can't stop anyone, we'll be in better position to get those blue chip defenders next draft.

 

I know absolutely nothing about him. I dont foresee a scenario where they draft 12 players. I’m hoping they use some of them to guarantee drafting either Vega or Lemon.

 

I can see making moves to draft guys they really want as well, and using picks to trade into a better position to get them. I just don't have any sure thing players I want from this draft. There are some guys I think will be really good. But they all kinda have their warts.

 

That mock was done on Easter. I'll try to do some more reading and watch some of the DL prospects and get to another later this week. Maybe.

 

I think Vega would lock down left guard for the next decade. The addition of Pittman was a solid move by Kahn. A great move when you consider the cost. However, just like last year we dont currently have a receiver that excels against man coverage. Hence the wish for lemon.