The 2019 NFL draft is finally here!
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42. Denver Broncos (from CIN) | QB Drew Lock, Missouri | Grade: B+
While most considered Lock a first-rounder, I have him valued as a second-round pick. He’s a solid value here, and a perfect fit for what John Elway and the Broncos value at the position.
41. Denver Broncos | OT Dalton Risner, Kansas State | Grade: A
A versatile blocker who could have easily gone in the first round, Risner can play either tackle spot, as well as center. This is a fantastic value and fills an immediate need.
40. Oakland Raiders (from BUF) | CB Trayvon Mullen, Clemson | Grade: C+
Another corner not named Greedy Williams. Mullen has ideal size and length, but his film was full of highlights and lowlights. Consistency will be key if he’s going to live up to this draft slot.
39. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | CB Sean Bunting, Central Michigan | Grade: C
There’s no denying the Bucs needed a corner here, but while I like Bunting’s physical tools and upside, taking him over Greedy Williams is questionable at best.
38. Buffalo Bills (from JAX via OAK) | OT Cody Ford, Oklahoma | Grade: A
Another talented blocker I expected to go in the first round, Ford is a powerful blocker who can play either guard or tackle at the next level. The Bills jumped up just two spots to land a stellar value.
37. Carolina Panthers (from SEA) | OT Greg Little, Ole Miss | Grade: B
Upgrading at tackle is definitely a priority here, but the Panthers will have to be patient with Little. He’s a raw talent with tons of upside, and if he reaches his lofty potential, he can be a quality starter at left tackle.
36. San Francisco 49ers | WR Deebo Samuel, South Carolina | Grade: B
I love the fit here, as Samuel is a stout pass-catcher with explosiveness and great after-the-catch ability. That said, with D.K. Metcalf still on the board, the 49ers could have had a more explosive weapon here.
35. Jacksonville Jaguars (from OAK) | OT Jawaan Taylor, Florida | Grade: A+
I wouldn’t have been surprised if the Jags had taken Taylor at No. 7 overall, that’s how much I love this pick. A legit first-round talent, Taylor gives Nick Foles a stud tackle to protect him.
34. Indianapolis Colts (from NYJ) | CB Rock Ya-Sin, Temple | Grade: B
There’s a lot to like about Ya-Sin, including his awesome name. A wrestling champion in high school, his physical playing style will make him a frustrating assignment for opposing receivers.
33. Arizona Cardinals | CB Byron Murphy, Washington | Grade: A+
It’s rare to get the best corner in the draft outside the first round, but that’s exactly what the Cardinals do here. What Murphy lacks in elite size or speed, he makes up for with fantastic instincts and ball skills.
32. New England Patriots | WR N’Keal Harry, Arizona State | Grade: B
If you want to help Tom Brady, you get him a big, athletic target like this. Harry has rare athleticism for his size, but seeing him taken ahead of D.K. Metcalf is curious.
31. Atlanta Falcons (from LAR) | OT Kaleb McGary, Washington | Grade: C-
Building up the offensive line is always a good idea, and after taking a guard in the top 15, the Falcons trade back into the first round for a tackle. McGary has some upside, but with Jawaan Taylor still on the board, Atlanta could have done better at the same position.
30. New York Giants (from NO via GB, SEA) | CB Deandre Baker, Georgia | Grade: B
A third first-rounder for the Giants, Baker gives them a solid cover man with great instincts and ball skills. While Baker is a solid player, I didn’t expect him to be the first corner off the board. With Byron Murphy and Greedy Williams still on the board, the Giants made an intriguing choice.
29. Seattle Seahawks (from KC) | DL L.J. Collier, TCU | Grade: D
The Seahawks make their first of back-to-back picks after trading back from 21, and this one’s a big reach. If Seattle wanted a versatile defensive lineman, there were better options on the board. I had Collier graded as a mid-round pick.
28. Los Angeles Chargers | DL Jerry Tillery, Notre Dame | Grade: A
The Bolts sit back and let the board come to them, landing one of the most versatile defensive linemen in this year’s loaded class. He’s a massive player who can blow up opposing offenses from many different alignments. The Chargers landed a top-20 player here.
27. Oakland Raiders (from DAL) | S Johnathan Abram, Mississippi State | Grade: C+
This is certainly a need for the Raiders, but there are too many safeties still on the board who would have been better values here. Abram is a physical presence who loves to hit, but the Raiders could have gotten a comparable player on Day 2.
26. Washington Redskins (from IND) | EDGE Montez Sweat, Mississippi State | Grade: A
If the health concerns are clear, Sweat could easily end up being the biggest steal of the first round. His rare combination of athleticism and consistent production while playing in the SEC make him well worth the 2020 second-round pick the Redskins gave up to move up for him.
25. Baltimore Ravens (from PHI) | WR Marquise Brown, Oklahoma | Grade: B-
This pick had to be a receiver, but Brown’s lack of size is concerning at just 166 pounds. With every receiver still on the board (including D.K. Metcalf), it just feels like the Ravens could have gotten a more complete pass-catcher here.
24. Oakland Raiders (from CHI) | RB Josh Jacobs, Alabama | Grade: B
This was one of the most expected picks of the draft, as the Raiders land this year’s top running back to replace the retired Marshawn Lynch. Jacobs will have a much bigger impact in the pros than he did at Alabama. I still don’t like the value of a running back in this first round, but Jacobs is this year’s best.
23. Houston Texans | OT Tytus Howard, Alabama State | Grade: D
After getting sniped for Andre Dillard by the Eagles, the Texans still addressed their biggest need. The only problem? They reached for a raw, small-school project who should have come off the board on Day 2, instead of taking Florida’s Jawaan Taylor.
22. Philadelphia Eagles (from BAL) | OT Andre Dillard, Washington State | Grade: A
Jason Peters can’t play forever, and the board fell perfectly for the Eagles to make a small move up to get their guy. Dillard is the best pure pass-blocker in this tackle class, and he’ll be able to smooth out the rough edges in his game while learning behind an experienced veteran.
21. Green Bay Packers (from SEA) | S Darnell Savage, Jr., Maryland | Grade: B-
The Packers trade a pair of fourth-round picks to move up nine spots, and they land and an athletic playmaker for the back end of their defense. It wasn’t a steep price to pay, but this year’s safety class is too deep to be trading up for one. That said, he’ll make an immediate impact.
20. Denver Broncos (from PIT) | TE Noah Fant, Iowa | Grade: A
This is a fantastic scenario for the Broncos, who move back 10 spots, add multiple Day 2 picks, and still land the best tight end in this draft. Fant is a dynamic pass-catcher who fills a big need for Denver.
19. Tennessee Titans | DL Jeffery Simmons, Mississippi State | Grade: B+
If he wasn’t coming off a torn ACL, Simmons could easily have been a top-10 pick. If he’s able to return to full strength, this will be viewed as one of the biggest bargains the first round.
18. Minnesota Vikings | OL Garrett Bradbury, North Carolina State | Grade: A
Another great matchup of need and value, Bradbury is the best interior blocker in this class, and the Vikings desperately need to reload the offensive line across the board. There’s not a flaw in Bradbury’s game, and he’ll be an immediate upgrade inside for Minnesota.
17. New York Giants (from CLE) | DL Dexter Lawrence, Clemson | Grade: B
After getting their quarterback of the future at No. 6 overall, the Giants turn their attention toward improving the trenches on defense. Lawrence is a massive mauler with rare athleticism for his size, but this is quite a bit higher than I would have taken him in a deep defensive line class.
16. Carolina Panthers | EDGE Brian Burns, Florida State | Grade: A
Replacing a future Hall of Famer in Julius Peppers is a tall task, but the Panthers are doing the best they can here. Burns might be the most technically skilled pure pass rusher in this draft, and that makes him a fantastic value here.
15. Washington Redskins | QB Dwayne Haskins, Ohio State | Grade: A+
Usually, you have to trade up to get the best quarterback in the draft. Washington pulls off the opposite here, staying put at No. 15 and watching this year’s top passer fall right into their lap. This is the steal of the draft so far.
14. Atlanta Falcons | OL Chris Lindstrom, Boston College | Grade: C+
There’s no denying this pick fills a big need for the Falcons, as Lindstrom will be a plug-and-play starter. But this defense needed serious help at every level, and spending a top-15 pick on an interior lineman with tons of defensive talent still on the board is questionable.
13. Miami Dolphins | DL Christian Wilkins, Clemson | Grade: B+
The Dolphins need to rebuild the entire front four, and Wilkins is a top-10 prospect in this class. He’s a rare athlete for his size, and should be a dominant force for years to come. The only thing holding this grade back? Dwayne Haskins was still on the board.
12. Green Bay Packers | DL Rashan Gary, Michigan | Grade: C+
Adding young depth along the defensive line is a need, but there are bigger ones (inside linebacker, tight end). Gary is an incredible athlete, but injuries and inconsistency held him back. Can he reach his lofty potential in the pros?
11. Cincinnati Bengals | OT Jonah Williams, Alabama | Grade: A
There may be bigger needs elsewhere, but I love the value here. Williams started as a freshman, has experience at both tackle spots, and could even start at guard. He’s the best tackle in the draft, which makes him a bargain outside the top 10.
10. Pittsburgh Steelers (from DEN) | LB Devin Bush, Michigan | Grade: B+
This is a perfect fit for the Steelers. It’s impossible to replace Ryan Shazier, but Bush is as close as you can get. Making this 10-spot move up the board without giving up a future first-round pick is also a win for Pittsburgh.
9. Buffalo Bills | DL Ed Oliver, Houston | Grade: A+
Another huge steal, and a perfect blend of need and value. While some will question his lack of ideal size, Oliver’s rare athleticism and explosiveness are reminiscent of Aaron Donald. He’s a top-three prospect in this class, and a perfect fit to replace Kyle Williams.
8. Detroit Lions | TE T.J. Hockenson, Iowa | Grade: B
Getting a well-rounded weapon like this is never a bad thing, but top-10 tight ends are rare for a reason. Ed Oliver would have been a better value, and I’m higher on Hockenson’s teammate, fellow Iowa tight end Noah Fant. Even so, he’s a dynamic player who will be put to good use by Matthew Stafford.
7. Jacksonville Jaguars | EDGE Josh Allen, Kentucky | Grade: A+
There were way bigger needs on both sides of the ball for the Jags, but this was a value they just couldn’t pass up. Edge rushers are among the most premium players in today’s game, and Allen is a top-five prospect in this class. I’m betting Jacksonville didn’t envision getting the chance to make this pick.
6. New York Giants | QB Daniel Jones, Duke | Grade: D
There’s something to be said for having conviction about the player you want, but seeing Jones come off the board in the top 10 is puzzling. He’s the No. 5 quarterback on my board, but he goes ahead of Dwayne Haskins, who is the best passer in the draft. It fills a big need, but the Giants took the wrong guy.
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | LB Devin White, LSU | Grade: B
The loss of Kwon Alexander in free agency left a big hole at the heart of Tampa Bay’s defense, and White is the perfect fit. He’s a three-down playmaker and a vocal leader, but the Bucs had better overall options available (Ed Oliver, Josh Allen).
4. Oakland Raiders | EDGE Clelin Ferrell, Clemson | Grade: C
This grade has less to do with Ferrell as a prospect, but more to do with what the Raiders passed up to take him. With another edge rusher like Josh Allen still on the board, as well as a disruptive interior defender like Ed Oliver, the value just doesn’t fit the slot here.
3. New York Jets | DL Quinnen Williams, Alabama | Grade: A
The top overall player on my board, Williams is a bargain for the Jets here. Some might call him a one-year wonder, but Williams is a young talent with limitless upside. Edge rusher was the bigger need, but Williams is easily the best available player.
2. San Francisco 49ers | EDGE Nick Bosa, Ohio State | Grade: A+
This was a no-brainer for the 49ers, who desperately need an impact edge rusher. Bosa is arguably the best overall player in this class, which makes him a steal anywhere but No. 1. This is a perfect match of value and need.
1. Arizona Cardinals | QB Kyler Murray, Oklahoma | Grade: B+
It’s a curious situation, but there’s no denying Murray’s talent. He’s not just an explosive runner, but an effective pocket passer, as well. The only thing holding this pick back? What to do about Josh Rosen, whom they traded up into the top 10 to pick just a year ago.
