1. Buccaneers: Jameis Winston QB Florida State
Winston has SERIOUS risk. But i personally think he gets it at the pro level. Hes immature but we all were in college. I think with help around him he can stay out of trouble. I truly believe hes committed to being a great football player.Hes got it all. Hes got the arm strength, mobility and throws with anticipation and touch. IF he can keep it clean off the field he will be a pro bowl QB for the next 10 to 15 years.
2. Titans: Leonard Williams DE USC
I think this is the best player in the draft. He is only 20 and absolutely dominant. His hands at the point of attack set him apart. Not only does he have the size and power to do pretty much whatever he wants but he has pro level hand placement where he can almost immobilize offensive lineman to creat his leverage. You can see hes gonna add 10 to 20 pounds as he matures. I think he is a day 1 pro bowl player who will become an elite lineman within a couple years. Slam dunk pick for Ray Horton to build his defense around.
3. Jaguars: Danny Shelton DT Washington
Shelton is just a massive destroyer. I think hes the next Haloti Ngata. The jaguars need blue chip talent. Gus Bradley is all about defense. I think this guy could become THE BEST nose tackle in the NFL. Hes on another level. Nose guards arent a pivotal impact position like QB, CB, edge rusher, or LT. But Shelton is so powerful and dominant he can change how offenses approach you. I think Gus Bradley will salivate over shelton to be a younger and far more talented Red Bryant in his scheme.
4. Raiders: Kevin White WR West Virginia
White proved with his combine workout hes for real from an athletic standpoint. Mike Mayock calls him a “freak” and i think its justified. Ive seen comparisons to Larry Fitzgerald. Now thse are lofty expectations this kid is faster than Fitz has ever been. White would be a dominant outside WR prospect to give Derek Carr to grow with. He has to be the hottest prospect right now. HEs skyrocketing.
5. Redskins: Dante Fowler DE Florida
Fowler is my second best player in this draft. But i think given needs he falls just a little. Fowler is a relentless player with exceptional burst and awareness. Hes also shown he can play in coverage which is something none of the other top edge rushers have displayed. Redskins get a steal here. Orakpo likely leaves in free agency and they upgrade talent wise. Fowler and Williams are my two prospects who i see being pro bowl caliber players from day 1.
6. Jets: Marcus Mariota QB Oregon
Im not a huge fan of Mariota. But i think he has all the intangibles to work to be great. He has all the talent in the world. I just worry about his adjustment to NFL passing concepts. He has the arm, size, and speed to be a truly dynamic playmaker. But hes never called plays in a huddle. Will NFL verbiage be too much for him? I dont think so. But i do think it will take him a couple years to really get into his groove. I think new coach Todd Bowles and new GM are looking for a blue chip talent to take over. While im not high on Mariota YET i like this pick. As long as ownership can be patient for once.
7. Bears: Randy Gregory DE Nebraska
Gregory might have the highest upside of any player int he draft. But hes very inconsistent. He flashes and then disappears. He had a great combine and his frame is perfect to add 20 pounds. Hes still growing. With Vic Fangio as the bears new DC im assuming they will go to a 3-4 defense. This kid would be the Aldon Smith role. But he needs work.
8. Falcons: Shane Ray DE Missouri
Ray led the SEC in sacks. He has incredible burst off the edge. There are questions about his size and strength. But Dan Quinn is looking to change the defense which was last in the NFL. Ray is a pass rusher that could be built around.
9. Giants: Amari Cooper WR Alabama
Cooper is a phenomenal player. Just not the athlete of the elite prospects that came ou of college as of late. Cooper is by far the best route runner and has great hands,, Makes big plays in big moments and hes just as safe as it gets.The Giants have Victor Cruz coming off a serious injiry but this WR corps could be incredible. Eli needs weapons. Odell beckham and Cooper on the outside with Cruz in the slot is some serious fire power.
10. Rams: Brandon Scherff OT Iowa
I think they move him to guard but the rams play in the NFC west. The most physical division in football. Rams have a talented roster but Scherff gives them a road grader inside. They must protect whoever is playing QB with arguably 3 top 10 defenses in their division. Rams need to get tough in the trenches. This is a great pick.
11. Vikings: DeVante Parker WR Louisville
Parker had a great combine. Hes a top 15 pick. THis is such a lock because he would reunite with his college QB Teddy Bridgewater. With Greg Jennings getting old this makes sense on many levels.
12. Browns: Ereck Flowers OT Miami
Flowers is a big time talent. The Browns have said they want to build up their offensive line. Flowers would be a day one premier right tackle who could eventually several years down the road replace Joe Thomas at left tackle.
13. Saints: Vic Beasley OLB Clemson
Beasly BLEW UP the combine. Hes answered all his questions about his size and being able to keep explosiveness. Beasly is an ideal 3-4 OLB who had a great college career. Saints defense needs better passs rush. Beasly could be the steal of the draft.
14. Dolphins: Trae Waynes CB Michigan State
The dolphins have nothing at CB other than Grimes. But hes 32…. Its time to invest in a young top notch talent and why not take the best corner in the draft?
15. 49ers: Jalen Collins CB LSU
Collins is my favorite corner in the draf.t The niners are in serious meltdown mode. They hired a position coach to be their HC. Front office ineptitude pushed out elite coaching. With that being said they dont have great corners and Collins has the highest ceiling of any corner. They can develop him into something special IF their new DC is worth a shit.
16. Texans: Todd Gurley RB Georgia
I just really like this fit. Gurley is a beast. But hes coming off a serious injury. Well the texans have a RB who is a beast in Foster who is 30 years old. This is the perfect time to draft an understudy. Gurley can split carries late this year or next year. And take over as a feature back right when he gets fully healthy. I have a feeling that will be close to when Foster is breaking down.
17. Chargers: Melvin Gordon III RB Wisconsin
There are two first round running bacls in this class. With Ryan Matthews being a free agent and having legit injury concerns i think the chargers take Gordon here. Hes a game changer with home run quickness.
18. Chiefs: Alvin Dupree DE Kentucky
Dupree is the freak of this class. His tape doesnt show hat his upside could be. But with Tamba Hali over 30 and Dupree playing a 3-4 OLB in college i think this is a perfect fit. Dupree could end up being the best pass rusher of this draft if he fulfills his potential.
19. Browns: Eddie Goldman DT Florida State
Browns are making a point to build the trenches. Goldman is a great tealent on the inside of the defensive line.
20. Eagles: La’el Collins OT LSU
The Eagles just released long time guard Todd Herremans. La’el Collins can play guard right away at a very high level and potentially could move to tackle as he develops. Eagles run game is pivotal to their success.
21. Bengals: Eric Kendricks ILB UCLA
Kendricks has amazing instincts. Hes a great football player. He would be a better replacement to Rey Maualuga.
22. Steelers: Landon Collins S Alabama
Best safety in the draft. Well coached and disciplined. Replacement for Troy
23. Lions: Shaq Thompson OLB Washington
Thompsan didnt display the freak athlete at the combine people thought he was.and to me thats a plus. HEs so vesatile as a football player people assumed it was athleticism. No… ITs a football player. I like him as a SS
24. Cardinals: Marcus Peters CB Washington
This is assuming the cardinals lose Cromartie to free agency. Peters is by far the best corner on tape in this class. But he has severe off field question marks. Some also worry about hsi straight line speed. His ball skills are top tier and hes about as fluid as you can get with his footwork. I think Arizona has the leadership and coaching to keep this kid in check. He would be a day 1 starter across from Patrick Peterson and easily has pro bowl upside.
25. Panthers: T.J. Clemmings OT Pittsburgh
The panthers offensive line might be the worst in the entire league. Period.
26. Ravens: Malcom Brown DT Texas
Ravens cut Canty and likely will lose McPhee on free agency. Brown is a strong explosive player to add up front.
27. Cowboys: Todd Gurley RB Georgia
The cowboys will likely have Murray for at least one more season. But given the long term concerns and Gurleys talent level this is a nice match. Gurley can fully recover from his injury and potentially take over if Murrays price tag is too high.
28. Broncos: DJ Humphries OT Florida
The broncos need to keep Peyton healthy and upright with a clean pockett. Humprhies has amazing feet for a man that size.
29. Colts: Melvin Gordon III RB Wisconsin
The colts need a feature back. Trent Richardson experiment has all but failed. Gordon is a play maker who can take it for a TD from anywhere on the field. This offense could be scary with a pro bowl runner.
30. Packers: Arik Armstead DT Oregon
Armstead is very raw but hes a freak of nature physically. He could become a dominant player. Some have compared him to Calais Campbell.
31. Seahawks: Dorial Green-Beckham WR Oklahoma
DGB has megatron type talent. He has serious red flags off the field but the seahawks leadership should be able to keep him in check and they desperately need a big red zone target outside. This is by far the best value pick. DGB is one of the top 3 physically gifted players in this draft. Guys that big usually arent as fluid of athletes as GDB.
32. Patriots: Jaelen Strong WR Arizona State
Strong is a big WR that could instantly be a red zone threat for Brady. Brady has a way of making WR’s look great and Strong has 1st round talent.
