The 2019 NFL Scouting Combine is officially in the books, checking off another stop on the predraft crazy train as it rolls through March. With less than two months remaining until the 2019 NFL draft, teams and prospects are now preparing for the pro day circuit, where many players will get their final chance to impress decision-makers before draft weekend.
As we turn the page on yet another crazy combine week, here’s an updated look at how the first four rounds of this year’s draft could shake out, complete with compensatory picks, blockbuster trades, and plenty of surprises.
1. Arizona Cardinals | Quinnen Williams | DL | Alabama
If the Cardinals aren’t able to sell this pick for a king’s ransom, they’ll be picking between two elite defenders. So, what breaks the tie? How about the fact that Arizona already has one of the league’s best edge rushers in Chandler Jones, who would benefit even further from a dominant interior presence like Williams.
2. San Francisco 49ers | Nick Bosa | EDGE | Ohio State
Any scenario that leaves Bosa on the board for the 49ers would be a dream scenario for general manager John Lynch and his crew. Getting the top overall prospect in the draft any later than the No. 1 overall pick is a steal, and it just happens to fill San Francisco’s biggest need.
3. New York Giants (from NYJ)* | Dwayne Haskins | QB | Ohio State
Last year, the Jets made this exact same jump to take their franchise quarterback in Sam Darnold. This year, the Giants go after their own by doing business with their Big Apple rivals. In return for their first-round pick next year and second-round pick this year, the Giants land this year’s top passer and a successor to Eli Manning.
4. Oakland Raiders | Josh Allen | EDGE | Kentucky
Trading down might be attractive, but if a top pass rusher like Allen is still on the board, it would be hard for the Raiders to pass him up. After trading away Khalil Mack, finding an explosive playmaker off the edge should be Oakland’s primary objective in this draft, and Allen is the perfect fit.
5. Denver Broncos (from TB)* | Drew Lock | QB | Missouri
Sorry, but I’m not buying the addition of a 34-year-old Joe Flacco as evidence the Broncos won’t be targeting a quarterback of the future early in this draft. Lock has all the physical tools to be a franchise passer, and John Elway knows he needs a long-term solution at the game’s most important position. In return for his picks in the second and third rounds this year, and likely another Day 2 pick next year, Elway gets his man.
6. New York Jets (from NYG)* | D.K. Metcalf | WR | Ole Miss
After moving back and getting additional premium picks, the Jets start the process of building around Darnold by getting him this year’s top pass-catcher. Metcalf’s ridiculous combination of size and athleticism was evident on film, and on full display yet again at the combine.
7. Jacksonville Jaguars | Brian Burns | EDGE | Florida State
With the Jags expected to sign Nick Foles in free agency, don’t be surprised if they look to fill other needs with their early picks in this draft. While offensive tackle will also be a priority, adding an explosive pass rusher like Burns would make a dangerous defense even more fearsome.
8. Detroit Lions | Greedy Williams | CB | LSU
There are needs at every level for this defense, but finding a stud corner to line up opposite Darius Slay should be high on the list. While Williams is still learning how to maximize his physical skills, he has the height, length and athleticism to be a star at the next level.
9. Buffalo Bills | Jawaan Taylor | OT | Florida
This draft has to be all about giving Josh Allen everything he needs to succeed as the team’s franchise quarterback, and with the top receiver already off the board, that means improving his protection. Taylor is an athletic, physical blocker with the versatility to play either tackle spot.
10. Washington Redskins (from DEN via TB)* | Kyler Murray | QB | Oklahoma
The Bucs find yet another trade partner in search of a new quarterback, moving back a second time in return for another pair of Day 2 picks. With Alex Smith’s future in doubt, don’t be surprised if Washington pulls the trigger and makes a move to land one of this year’s top passers. In this scenario, it’s the dynamic and versatile Murray.
11. Cincinnati Bengals | Devin White | LB | LSU
Murray would be a fantastic fit in Cincy, but if the Bengals get sniped one pick prior, they’ll still have plenty of solid options at other positions of need. In this situation, the best blend of need and value comes at linebacker, where a complete player like White would be a steal.
12. Green Bay Packers | Montez Sweat | EDGE | Mississippi State
Adding a dynamic tight end to help Aaron Rodgers in tempting here, but the Packers simply can’t ignore their many needs on defense. This year’s EDGE class is deep at the top, which should allow the Packers to land a versatile, athletic playmaker like Sweat outside the top 10.
13. Miami Dolphins | Daniel Jones | QB | Duke
It wouldn’t be surprising if the new regime in Miami would prefer to hand-pick a new franchise quarterback, choosing to move on from Ryan Tannehill. If that happens, and they can’t make a move up for Murray, the raw but promising Jones could be a solid consolation prize.
14. Atlanta Falcons | Ed Oliver | DL | Houston
Even after placing the franchise tag on Grady Jarrett, the Falcons should still be looking for ways to improve the interior of their defensive line. What better way to do that than landing Oliver, a rare athlete who was once in the conversation at No. 1 overall.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from WAS)* | Jonah Williams | OT | Alabama
After moving back twice and stockpiling picks to reload the roster for a new coaching staff, the Bucs finally make their first pick, and it’s to help protect Jameis Winston. Williams may lack the elite length and athleticism of other tackles in this class, but on film, he’s the most complete and consistent blocker in the class.
16. Carolina Panthers | Clelin Ferrell | EDGE | Clemson
Julius Peppers was a rare talent, and while the Panthers won’t find that kind of player at No. 16 in this draft, they should still target a talented edge rusher to fill the void left behind by the future Hall of Famer. Ferrell is a well-rounded prospect who can start immediately.
17. Cleveland Browns | Rashan Gary | DL | Michigan
This defensive line is loaded with young talent, but it’s still missing that explosive, pass-rushing presence along the interior. Adding a rare athlete and versatile playmaking like Gary would give the Browns one of the league’s most formidable defensive line units for years to come.
18. Minnesota Vikings | Cody Ford | OT | Oklahoma
This team has some dangerous offensive weapons and a capable quarterback, but the protection has to improve across the board. Ford has the size, athleticism and physicality to be an instant upgrade at either tackle spot, allowing the Vikings to check at least one offensive line position off their offseason list.
19. Tennessee Titans | Christian Wilkins | DL | Clemson
Jurrell Casey is still one of the NFL’s better interior defenders, but he needs some young talent to help him out. Wilkins surprised many by returning for his senior season, but he put together his best campaign yet, and solidified himself as a first-round lock in this class.
20. Pittsburgh Steelers | Devin Bush | LB | Michigan
Adding a corner is a must for this defense, but not at the expense of better value elsewhere. Bush put on a show at the combine, backing up the impressive athleticism, range and versatility he displayed on film. His fiery, physical playing style makes him a perfect fit in Pittsburgh.
21. New England Patriots (from SEA)* | T.J. Hockensen | TE | Iowa
Rob Gronkowski’s future is likely to be a question mark every offseason from here on out, so expect the Pats to plan for the future sooner than later. With multiple picks in each round on Day 2, New England sends a second-round pick and third-round pick to the Seahawks to move up and land Gronk’s understudy.
22. Baltimore Ravens | Hakeem Butler | WR | Iowa State
Lamar Jackson and the Ravens have a strong ground game, but if they want to balance the offense and help Jackson reach his full potential as a passer, they need to find a true No. 1 receiver. With his rare combination of size, speed and athleticism, Butler would be a fantastic fit.
23. Houston Texans | Byron Murphy | CB | Washington
This pick should be a value battle between corner and offensive tackle, and in this scenario, the former wins out. Murphy may not have rare size or speed, but he’s a polished technician with fantastic instincts, intelligence and ball skills.
24. Oakland Raiders (from DAL) | Mack Wilson | LB | Alabama
After filling their biggest needs on both sides of the ball with their first two first-rounders, the Raiders use their final Day 1 pick to fill another gaping hole in the roster. Wilson is still a raw prospect, but he’s got all the physical and mental tools to quickly develop into a difference-maker at the heart of Oakland’s defense.
25. Philadelphia Eagles | Deandre Baker | CB | Georgia
While a dynamic running back like Josh Jacobs would be tempting here, the Eagles have far more pressing needs on both sides of the ball, and this year’s running back class is extremely deep. Baker is a battle-tested ball-hawk who would instantly bolster depth where it’s desperately needed.
26. Indianapolis Colts | Jerry Tillery | DL | Notre Dame
General manager Chris Ballard is building one of the best young teams in the league, but there are still a few glaring holes to fill. One of them is along the interior of the defensive line, where the Colts could use a versatile, disruptive force like Tillery, who can line up in multiple spots.
27. Oakland Raiders (from CHI) | N’Keal Harry | WR | Arizona State
Jon Gruden traded away Amari Cooper for a first-round pick, so spending one on his replacement would make plenty of sense. The Raiders don’t have a receiver currently on the roster who can boast Harry’s big frame, complete skill set and impressive after-the-catch ability.
28. Los Angeles Chargers | Andre Dillard | OT | Washington State
Philip Rivers can’t have too many seasons left, and the Bolts need to do everything they can to maximize what time he can still give them. That starts with improving the tackle situation, and Dillard has the size, length and athleticism to be an elite pass-protector at the next level.
29. Kansas City Chiefs | Nasir Adderley | S | Delaware
Pass defense held this team back in a big way last year, so addressing both corner and safety is a must for the Chiefs in this draft. In this scenario, they land a versatile playmaker in Adderley, who has NFL bloodlines and experience all over the secondary.
30. Green Bay Packers (from NO) | Noah Fant | TE | Iowa
After filling one of their biggest needs on defense earlier in the first round, the Packers use their additional selection to get Aaron Rodgers a dynamic weapon. Fant has the size and athleticism to create serious matchup problems for opposing defenses, making him the perfect successor to Jimmy Graham.
31. Los Angeles Rams | Dexter Lawrence | DL | Clemson
Free agency could have a huge impact on the NFC champs’ defense, as they could be looking to replace key starters at defensive tackle and safety. In this situation, general manager Les Snead opts to find the successor to Ndamukong Suh, landing the massive but explosive Lawrence to lock down the middle of the defensive line.
32. Seattle Seahawks (from NE)* | Deionte Thompson | S | Alabama
After moving back and adding multiple Day 2 selections to help ease the loss of their original second-round pick, the Seahawks still land a dynamic playmaker to replace Earl Thomas. Thompson still needs some refinement, but all the physical tools are there.
SECOND ROUND
33. Arizona Cardinals | Dalton Risner | OT | Kansas State
34. Indianapolis Colts (from NYJ) | Kelvin Harmon | WR | North Carolina State
35. Oakland Raiders | Josh Jacobs | RB | Alabama
36. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from SF)* | Jachai Polite | EDGE | Florida
37. New York Jets (from NYG)* | Yodny Cajuste | OT | West Virginia
38. Jacksonville Jaguars | A.J. Brown | WR | Ole Miss
39. San Francisco 49ers (from TB)* | Trayvon Mullen | CB | Clemson
40. Buffalo Bills | Garrett Bradbury | OL | North Carolina State
41. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from DEN)* | Chris Lindstrom | OL | Boston College
42. Cincinnati Bengals | Irv Smith, Jr. | TE | Alabama
43. Detroit Lions | Chase Winovich | EDGE | Michigan
44. Green Bay Packers | Taylor Rapp | S | Washington
45. Atlanta Falcons | Jaylon Ferguson | EDGE | Louisiana Tech
46. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from WAS)* | Amani Oruwariye | CB | Penn State
47. Carolina Panthers | Chauncey Gardner-Johnson | S | Florida
48. Miami Dolphins | Zach Allen | DL | Boston College
49. Cleveland Browns | Marquise Brown | WR | Oklahoma
50. Minnesota Vikings | Dre’Mont Jones | DL | Ohio State
51. Tennessee Titans | Erik McCoy | OL | Texas A&M
52. Pittsburgh Steelers | Rock Ya-Sin | CB | Temple
53. Philadelphia Eagles (from BAL) | Greg Little | OT | Ole Miss
54. Houston Texans (from SEA) | Kaleb McGary | OT | Washington
55. Houston Texans | Elgton Jenkins | OL | Mississippi State
56. New England Patriots (from CHI) | Jeffery Simmons | DL | Mississippi State
57. Philadelphia Eagles | David Montgomery | RB | Iowa State
58. Dallas Cowboys | Khalen Saunders | DL | Western Illinois
59. Indianapolis Colts | Julian Love | CB | Notre Dame
60. Los Angeles Chargers | Gerald Willis III | DL | Miami (FL)
61. Kansas City Chiefs | Isaiah Johnson | CB | Houston
62. New Orleans Saints | Deebo Samuel | WR | South Carolina
63. Kansas City Chiefs (from LAR) | Charles Omenihu | DL | Texas
64. Seattle Seahawks (from NE)* | David Edwards | OT | Wisconsin
THIRD ROUND
65. Arizona Cardinals | Riley Ridley | WR | Georgia
66. Oakland Raiders | Johnathan Abram | S | Mississippi State
67. San Francisco 49ers | JJ Arcega-Whiteside | WR | Stanford
68. New York Jets | Oshane Ximines | EDGE | Old Dominion
69. Jacksonville Jaguars | Max Scharping | OT | Northern Illinois
70. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Parris Campbell | WR | Ohio State
71. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from DEN)* | Renell Wren | DL | Arizona State
72. Cincinnati Bengals | Will Grier | QB | West Virginia
73. New England Patriots (from DET) | Anthony Nelson | EDGE | Iowa
74. Buffalo Bills | Emanuel Hall | WR | Missouri
75. Green Bay Packers | Andy Isabella | WR | UMass
76. Washington Redskins | Miles Boykin | WR | Notre Dame
77. Carolina Panthers | Te’Von Coney | LB | Notre Dame
78. Miami Dolphins | Joe Jackson | EDGE | Miami (FL)
79. Atlanta Falcons | Ross Pierschbacher | OL | Alabama
80. Cleveland Browns | Michael Jackson | CB | Miami (FL)
81. Minnesota Vikings | Terrill Hanks | LB | New Mexico State
82. Tennessee Titans | D’Andre Walker | EDGE | Georgia
83. Pittsburgh Steelers | Damien Harris | RB | Alabama
84. Seattle Seahawks | Lonnie Johnson | CB | Kentucky
85. Baltimore Ravens | Beau Benzschawel | OL | Wisconsin
86. Houston Texans | Juan Thornhill | S | Virginia
87. Chicago Bears | Miles Sanders | RB | Penn State
88. Detroit Lions (from PHI) | Caleb Wilson | TE | UCLA
89. Indianapolis Colts | Amani Hooker | DB | Iowa
90. Dallas Cowboys | Jace Sternberger | TE | Texas A&M
91. Los Angeles Chargers | Germaine Pratt | LB | North Carolina State
92. Kansas City Chiefs | Devin Singletary | RB | FAU
93. New York Jets (from NO) | Darrell Henderson | RB | Memphis
94. Los Angeles Rams | Jaquan Johnson | S | Miami (FL)
95. Cleveland Browns (from NE) | Marquise Blair | S | Utah
96. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from WAS)* | Benny Snell, Jr. | RB | Kentucky
97. Seattle Seahawks (from NE)* | Ben Powers | OL | Oklahoma
98. Jacksonville Jaguars (from LAR) | Tyree Jackson | QB | Buffalo
99. Los Angeles Rams | Joejuan Williams | CB | Vanderbilt
100. Carolina Panthers | Dru Samia | OL | Oklahoma
101. New England Patriots | Darnell Savage, Jr. | S | Maryland
102. Baltimore Ravens | Rodney Anderson | RB | Oklahoma
FOURTH ROUND
103. Arizona Cardinals | Sean Bunting | CB | Central Michigan
104. San Francisco 49ers | Sheldrick Redwine | S | Miami (FL)
105. New York Jets | Jamel Dean | CB | Auburn
106. Oakland Raiders | Tytus Howard | OT | Alabama State
107. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Vosean Joseph | LB | Florida
108. New York Giants | Bobby Evans | OT | Oklahoma
109. Jacksonville Jaguars | Foster Moreau | TE | LSU
110. Cincinnati Bengals | Michael Deiter | OL | Wisconsin
111. Detroit Lions | Khalil Hodge | LB | Buffalo
112. Buffalo Bills | Daniel Wise | DL | Kansas
113. Baltimore Ravens (from DEN) | Christian Miller | EDGE | Alabama
114. Green Bay Packers | Justice Hill | RB | Oklahoma State
115. Carolina Panthers | Terry McLaurin | WR | Ohio State
116. Miami Dolphins | Lamont Gaillard | OL | Georgia
117. Atlanta Falcons | Kaden Smith | TE | Stanford
118. Green Bay Packers (from WAS) | Blake Cashman | LB | Minnesota
119. Cleveland Browns | Ben Burr-Kirven | LB | Washington
120. Minnesota Vikings | Nate Davis | OL | Charlotte
121. Tennessee Titans | Anthony Johnson | WR | Buffalo
122. Pittsburgh Steelers | Maxx Crosby | EDGE | Eastern Michigan
123. Baltimore Ravens | Isaiah Buggs | DL | Alabama
124. Seattle Seahawks | Antoine Wesley | WR | Texas Tech
125. Denver Broncos (from HOU) | Dennis Daley | OT | South Carolina
126. Chicago Bears | Mark Fields | CB | Clemson
127. Philadelphia Eagles | Drue Tranquill | LB | Notre Dame
128. Dallas Cowboys | Kris Boyd | CB | Texas
129. Indianapolis Colts | Shareef Miller | EDGE | Penn State
130. Los Angeles Chargers | Ryan Finley | QB | North Carolina State
131. Buffalo Bills (from KC) | Devine Ozigbo | RB | Nebraska
132. New York Giants (from NO) | Terry Beckner, Jr. | DL | Missouri
133. Los Angeles Rams | Ben Banogu | EDGE | TCU
134. New England Patriots | Brett Rypien | QB | Boise State
135. Indianapolis Colts | Kendall Joseph | LB | Clemson
136. Dallas Cowboys | DaMarkus Lodge | WR | Ole Miss
137. Atlanta Falcons | Ryquell Armstead | RB | Temple
138. Philadelphia Eagles | L.J. Collier | DL | TCU
