The NFL Playoffs kicked off with a memorable Wild Card weekend, with all four games being decided by one score, including a pair of overtime thrillers.
While the postseason field has been whittled down to just eight teams on either side of the tournament, four more teams have been banished to an early offseason, joining the ranks of those preparing for a playoff run next season.
As the playoff push and offseason preparations continue, here’s an updated look at how the first three rounds of the 2020 NFL draft could shake out, using the latest updated order:
1. Cincinnati Bengals
Joe Burrow | QB | LSU
The Andy Dalton era needs to end, and the Bengals are in the perfect spot to take his successor. Burrow has not only been dominant all year long against top competition, he’s taken his game to another level on the game’s biggest stages at the SEC title game and the College Football Playoff.
2. Washington Redskins
Chase Young | EDGE | Ohio State
Much like last year with the San Francisco 49ers and Nick Bosa, Washington lands the best overall prospect in this class at the No. 2 pick. Young is a rare pass rusher with an incredible combination of size, athleticism and explosiveness, making him a steal even this early.
3. Detroit Lions
Jeff Okudah | CB | Ohio State
This is the prime spot for a team to trade up for a quarterback, and I think they’d find a willing partner in the Lions, who have tons of needs to fill. If they stay here, Detroit has their pick of either a dominant interior force (Auburn’s Derrick Brown), or a blue-chip cover man in Okudah. They opt for the more premium position here.
4. New York Giants
Jedrick Wills | OT | Alabama
If Daniel Jones is going to reach his full potential, he’ll need a true franchise left tackle to keep him protected. The more I watch Wills, the more he separates himself from the crowd at the top of this year’s deep offensive tackle class. Don’t be shocked if he’s the first one off the board, and a top-five pick.
5. Miami Dolphins
Tua Tagovailoa | QB | Alabama
After a season-ending hip injury, Tagovailoa is obviously the biggest wild-card in this year’s draft. If he makes a full recovery, Tua still has a fantastic skill set and all the tools to be a franchise quarterback. It’s a big if, but if he’s healthy, he’s still worthy of top-five consideration for a QB-needy team like Miami.
6. Los Angeles Chargers
Justin Herbert | QB | Oregon
The Philip Rivers era is limping to a halt, so it’s time for the Bolts to find a successor for the future Hall of Famer. Herbert went back to school to polish his skill set, and while he’s still somewhat inconsistent, he’s got more than enough tools to work with, and he should end up being a top-10 pick.
7. Carolina Panthers
Derrick Brown | DL | Auburn
There are needs at every level of this defense, to the Panthers just need to find the best value here. With Okudah off the board, they look to the trenches to rebuild what was once one of the league’s most feared defensive fronts. Browns is as dominant as they come in this year’s class, and a rare athlete for his size.
8. Arizona Cardinals
CeeDee Lamb | WR | Oklahoma
This may come as a surprise to some, but even with Jerry Jeudy still on the board, I’m betting Kyler Murry would be able to convince Kliff Kingsbury to make his college teammate the first receiver off the board. Lamb is a complete player who would make an immediate impact.
9. Jacksonville Jaguars
Jerry Jeudy | WR | Alabama
This is a fantastic scenario for the Jags, who desperately need a dynamic pass-catcher like Jeudy, and are still able to land him as the second receiver off the board. Jeudy’s explosiveness and precise route-running ability will make him a big-play machine at the next level.
10. Cleveland Browns
Andrew Thomas | OT | Georgia
11. New York Jets
Tristan Wirfs | OT | Iowa
Sam Darnold has had serviceable veterans at both tackle spots, but he needs a true blue-chip blocker who will keep him protected for the long haul. Wirfs is a polished, powerful prospect who has tons of experience against top talent, but is still just scratching the surface of his potential.
12. Las Vegas Raiders
Isaiah Simmons | LB | Clemson
This is a tough choice for the Raiders, who could use an explosive pass-catcher like Henry Ruggs III here, as well. This year’s receiver class is much deeper than the linebacker group, though, and Simmons’ rare combination of athleticism and versatility would make him a steal outside the top 10.
13. Indianapolis Colts
Jordan Love | QB | Utah State
There are big needs on both sides of the ball here, but no matter who the Colts would pick to fill them, they wouldn’t have the kind of impact that Love would have if he lives up to his potential. The Colts need a true difference-maker at the game’s most important position, and while Love is still a bit raw, he’s got all the tools to develop into a franchise passer.
14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
A.J. Epenesa | EDGE | Iowa
Quarterback will be the big question mark, but even if Jameis Winston doesn’t return next season, there’s not a quarterback worth taking here. Instead, the Bucs could look to reload a front seven that has tons of expiring contracts this offseason. Epenesa is a big, physical defender who can wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks and ball-carriers.
15. Denver Broncos
Javon Kinlaw | DL | South Carolina
This defense has one of the league’s best edge-rushing tandems, but it could use a difference-maker for the interior. A rare athlete for his size, Kinlaw is a versatile, disruptive defender who would wreak havoc while opposing offensive lines are focused on Von Miller and Bradley Chubb.
16. Atlanta Falcons
Yetur Gross-Matos | EDGE | Penn State
This defensive line needs help across the board, so this pick is about finding the best value, either on the edge or along the interior. In this scenario, the Ditry Birds opt for edge help with a stellar pass rusher who could replace either Vic Beasley or Takk McKinley.
17. Dallas Cowboys
Grant Delpit | S | LSU
This defensive front needs help across the board, but the value just isn’t there in this scenario. Instead, the Cowboys opt for a playmaker on the back end of the secondary, where they could also use an upgrade. Delpit was slowed by injuries for much of this season, but when healthy, he’s an impact player all over the field.
18. Miami Dolphins (from PIT)
Henry Ruggs III | WR | Alabama
After taking Tagovailoa, the Dolphins need to give him every chance to succeed with a strong supporting cast. Why not start that process by giving him one of his favorite targets? Offensive line is a need here, but Ruggs’ elite speed and playmaking ability make him the best value here.
19. Las Vegas Raiders (from CHI)
Tee Higgins | WR | Clemson
After the Antonio Brown debacle, the Raiders are still in need of a dynamic pass-catcher who can take the top off opposing defenses and also make plays at every level of the field. Higgins has a rare combination of size, length, athleticism and body control that would make him the perfect fit.
20. Jacksonville Jaguars (from LAR)
Kristian Fulton | CB | LSU
After spending their earlier first-rounder for an offensive playmaker, the Jags spend this one on one for the other side of the ball. After trading Jalen Ramsey to the Rams, Jacksonville uses one of the picks they received to replace him with a big, athletic cover man in Fulton.
21. Philadelphia Eagles
Laviska Shenault, Jr. | WR | Colorado
Injuries have decimated this receiving corps, and Carson Wentz needs it bolstered this offseason in the worst way. A complete player and a terror after the catch, Shenault would immediately become Wentz’s most complete pass-catcher.
22. Buffalo Bills
K’Lavon Chaisson | EDGE | LSU
Age and free agency could have Buffalo’s edge-rushing corps in need of some fresh blood this offseason. A defensively minded coach like Sean McDermott would love to get his hands on a prospect with Chaisson’s rare combination of size, athleticism, versatility and explosiveness.
23. New England Patriots
Cole Kmet | TE | Notre Dame
The Pats took N’Keal Harry in the first round last year, then traded a second-round pick for Mohamed Sanu, but this passing offense is still missing a key weapon. There will never be another Gronk, but Kmet has all the tools and potential to be the missing link that gets this offense rolling again.
24. New Orleans Saints
Trevon Diggs | CB | Alabama
Quarterback could be a need here, but I expect either Drew Brees or Teddy Bridgewater to be starting next season. That being the case, the Saints need to bolster a secondary that could lose some key players in the offseason. Diggs is big, physical and athletic, and would make a fantastic tandem with Marshon Lattimore.
25. Tennessee Titans
Tyler Biadasz | OL | Wisconsin
The Titans might just have their quarterback in veteran Ryan Tannehill, but they need to surround him with as much help as possible. That starts in the trenches, where they land one of the nation’s best blockers in Biadasz, who can be an immediate starter on the inside.
26. Minnesota Vikings
CJ Henderson | CB | Florida
This secondary has been one of the league’s most unpleasant surprises, considering the money and draft resources the Vikings have invested in recent years. Mike Zimmer isn’t afraid to keep targeting talented corners, and he gets another one here.
27. Miami Dolphins (from HOU)
Mekhi Becton | OT | Louisville
This might be a bit of a reach, but the Dolphins desperately need to come out of this first round with an offensive tackle to replace Laremy Tunsil. Becton has a massive frame and long arms, with rare athleticism for his size and impressive footwork. He could easily sneak into the first round and be Tagovailoa’s franchise left tackle for years to come.
28. Seattle Seahawks
Raekwon Davis | DL | Alabama
Free agency could decimate this defensive line this offseason, so don’t be surprised if the Seahawks opt for cheaper, younger talent in the draft to replace whatever they lose on the open market. Davis is huge, athletic, and versatile, and is ready to make an immediate impact.
29. Kansas City Chiefs
Jonathan Taylor | RB | Wisconsin
There are bigger needs on defense, but the Chiefs have the opportunity to take the best running back in a deep class. Taylor is a complete player who would give Patrick Mahomes yet another dynamic weapon, helping balance one of the league’s most explosive offenses.
30. Green Bay Packers
Kenneth Murray | LB | Oklahoma
This defense desperately needs a difference-maker at linebacker who can make plays all over the field. Murray has been a one-man wrecking crew for the Sooners since the moment he arrived in Norman, and would no doubt continue his dominance at the next level.
31. San Francisco 49ers
Paulson Adebo | CB | Stanford
Richard Sherman has proven he’s still one of the NFL’s best corners, but it would be wise to find an understudy in this draft. Why not go back to Sherman’s alma mater for Adebo, an athletic cover man with the smarts and technique to quickly develop into a difference-maker.
32. Baltimore Ravens
D’Andre Swift | RB | Georgia
SECOND ROUND
33. Cincinnati Bengals | Creed Humphrey | OL | Oklahoma
34. Indianapolis Colts (from WAS) | Justin Jefferson | WR | LSU
35. Detroit Lions | Terrell Lewis | EDGE | Alabama
36. New York Giants | Zach Baun | EDGE | Wisconsin
37. Los Angeles Chargers | Cesar Ruiz | OL | Michigan
38. Carolina Panthers | Jacob Eason | QB | Washington
39. Miami Dolphins | Travis Etienne | RB | Clemson
40. Arizona Cardinals | Prince Tega Wanagho | OT | Auburn
41. Cleveland Browns | Xavier McKinney | S | Alabama
42. Jacksonville Jaguars | Rashard Lawrence | DL | LSU
43. Chicago Bears (from LV) | Austin Jackson | OT | USC
44. Indianapolis Colts | Neville Gallimore | DL | Oklahoma
45. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | J.K. Dobbins | RB | Ohio State
46. Denver Broncos | Trey Adams | OT | Washington
47. Atlanta Falcons | Marlon Davidson | DL | Auburn
48. New York Jets | Curtis Weaver | EDGE | Boise State
49. Pittsburgh Steelers | Hunter Bryant | TE | Washington
50. Chicago Bears | Jeff Gladney | CB | TCU
51. Dallas Cowboys | Brycen Hopkins | TE | Purdue
52. Los Angeles Rams | Calvin Throckmorton | OL | Oregon
53. Philadelphia Eagles | A.J. Terrell | CB | Clemson
54. Buffalo Bills | Jalen Reagor | WR | TCU
55. Atlanta Falcons (from NE) | Malik Harrison | LB | Ohio State
56. Miami Dolphins (from NO) | Nick Harris | OL | Washington
57. Tennessee Titans | Jonathan Greenard | EDGE | Florida
58. Houston Texans | Najee’ Harris | RB | Alabama
59. Minnesota Vikings | Trey Smith | OT | Tennessee
60. Seattle Seahawks | Ben Bredeson | OL | Michigan
61. Kansas City Chiefs | Bryce Hall | CB | Virginia
62. Green Bay Packers | Brandon Aiyuk | WR | Arizona State
63. Seattle Seahawks (from SF) | Jaylon Johnson | CB | Utah
64. Baltimore Ravens | Shane Lemieux | OL | Oregon
THIRD ROUND
65. Cincinnati Bengals | Lucas Niang | OT | TCU
66. Washington Redskins | Josh Jones | OT | Houston
67. Detroit Lions | Justin Madubuike | DL | Texas A&M
68. New York Jets (from NYG) | Deommodore Lenoir | CB | Oregon
69. Carolina Panthers | Cameron Dantzler | CB | Mississippi State
70. Miami Dolphins | Julian Okwara | EDGE | Notre Dame
71. Los Angeles Chargers | Troy Dye | LB | Oregon
72. Arizona Cardinals | Lamar Jackson | CB | Nebraska
73. Jacksonville Jaguars | Albert Okwuegbunam | TE | Missouri
74. Cleveland Browns | Solomon Kindley | OL | Georgia
75. Indianapolis Colts | Jabari Zuniga | EDGE | Florida
76. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Isaiah Wilson | OT | Georgia
77. Denver Broncos | K.J. Hamler | WR | Penn State
78. Atlanta Falcons | Tommy Kraemer | OL | Notre Dame
79. New York Jets | Donovan Peoples-Jones | WR | Michigan
80. Las Vegas Raiders | Antoine Winfield, Jr. | S | Minnesota
81. Las Vegas Raiders (from CHI) | Shyheim Carter | CB | Alabama
82. Dallas Cowboys | Alton Robinson | EDGE | Syracuse
83. Denver Broncos (from PIT) | Jacob Philips | LB | LSU
84. Los Angeles Rams | Leki Fotu | DL | Utah
85. Philadelphia Eagles | Brandon Jones | S | Texas
86. Buffalo Bills | Lavert Hill | CB | Michigan
87. New England Patriots | Darryl Williams | OL | Mississippi State
88. New Orleans Saints | Jalen Hurts | QB | Oklahoma
89. Tennessee Titans | Colby Parkinson | TE | Stanford
90. Minnesota Vikings | Kyle Dugger | S | Lenoir-Rhyne
91. Cleveland Browns (from HOU) | Jordan Mack | LB | Virginia
92. Las Vegas Raiders (from SEA) | Michael Pittman, Jr. | WR | USC
93. Kansas City Chiefs | Khalid Kareem | EDGE | Notre Dame
94. Green Bay Packers | Matt Hennessy | OL | Temple
95. Denver Broncos (from SF) | Damon Arnette | CB | Ohio State
96. Baltimore Ravens | Anfernee Jennings | EDGE | Alabama
