By:
Tre Bailey
(@trebailey14)
SKSergioKosco
Blogger
Mock NFL Draft 2016
(Top 10 Picks)
Let me start
off by saying I am deeply sorry for the lack of content I have been producing
since the end of the NCAA season, but I’m back to bring you a short draft
analysis of the top 10 pick of this weekend’s draft and who I think should be
drafted by each team.
Let’s Begin
Los Angeles
Rams (Round 1 Pick 1): The Rams managed to trade up from the 15th
pick to the number one overall pick by way of the Tennessee Titans.
Team Needs:
Quarterback, Wide Receiver, Center
Draft Pick:
Jared Goff, Quarterback, University of California Berkeley
Analysis:
With the Rams in need of a quarterback after a not so successful time with Sam
Bradford calling the shots, and also requesting to be traded this off season.
It only makes sense that they use their number one pick on the former
University of Cal signal caller. With great size and decision making abilities
Goff is hands down the best QB going into the draft and a perfect fit for the
Rams
Philadelphia
Eagles (Round 1 Pick 2): Trading up from the 8th pick by way of the Cleveland
Browns.
Team Needs:
Running Back, Offensive Guard, Offensive Tackle
Draft Pick:
Carson Wentz, Quarterback, North Dakota State University
Analysis:
Although many experts say the Eagles aren’t in desperate need for a Quarterback
I believe otherwise. With rather lackluster QB play over the previous years the
Eagles are in serious need of a consistent signal caller. With Chip Kelley out
and Doug Pederson in Carson Wentz should have an easy adjustment taking over as
the signal caller. The two time FCS
national championship MVP looks to make a mark in the NFL with fantastic size
and Sheer intelligence.
San Diego
Chargers (Round 1 Pick 3)
Team Needs:
Defensive Line, Safety, Tight End
Draft Pick:
Jalen Ramsey, Cornerback, Florida State University
Analysis:
Needing to re-build a rather injury ridden secondary the chargers are a perfect
fit for Jalen Ramsey. With great length, physicality, and speed; his ability to
change direction and jam receivers will work nicely in a pass heavy AFC West.
Dallas
Cowboys (Round 1 Pick 4)
Team Needs:
Corner Back, Quarter Back, Running Back
Draft Pick:
Ezekiel Elliot, Running Back, Ohio State University
Analysis:
After losing DeMarco Murray after a career season, the cowboys saw a significant
drop off in their running attack. As a run first team the cowboys will be
looking to add a dynamic playmaker to their backfield. Elliot who had an
outstanding career at Ohio State Provides a dynamic similar to Marshall Faulk.
His ability to run between the tackles and on the perimeter is signs of a top
tier back, and his ability to catch the ball out of the backfield adds that
extra threat.
Jacksonville
Jaguars (Round 1 Pick 5)
Team Needs:
Outside Line Backer, Safety, Center
Draft Pick:
Myles Jack, Linebacker, UCLA
Analysis:
The Jags are looking for a dynamic playmaker to play on the edge and Jack is
their guy. With an outstanding sophomore season Jack faced adversity as he tore
his ACL just 3 games into his junior year. Dedicating the last year to
recovering, Jack seems to be back and better than ever, but the question
remains is he 100%. The Jags may be taking a gamble but at the end of the day
it is a high risk high reward situation which may ultimately pay out in their
favor.
Baltimore
Ravens (Round 1 Pick 6)
Team Needs:
Offensive Tackle, Offensive Guard, Corner Back
Draft Pick:
Laremy Tunsil, Offensive Tackle, Ole Miss
Analysis: The
Ravens are in need of protection, and if Tunsil falls to the 6th
pick they will without a doubt draft him. With a massive frame and strength,
Tunsil is your prototypical offensive linemen. Easily the best linemen in the
draft he is a sure thing at pick number 6.
San
Francisco 49ers (Round 1 Pick 7)
Team Needs:
Quarter Back, Inside Linebacker, Offensive Tackle
Draft Pick:
Ronnie Stanley, Offensive Tackle, Notre Dame
Analysis:
Staley was a three year starter for the Fighting Irish and only improved as
time passed. A top tier pass protector; Stanley is set to protect any high-end
quarterback in the league. Looking to rebuild after rather disappointing
seasons from their super bowl runs starting with the offensive line isn’t quite
a bad Idea.
Cleveland
Browns (Round 1 Pick 8): from the Philadelphia Eagles
Team Needs:
Quarterback, Wide Receiver, Defensive Linemen
Draft Pick:
Joey Bosa, Defensive End, Ohio State University
Analysis:
The Browns will be looking to increase their pass rush by drafting Bosa with
the 8th pick. Bosa carries a high motor, speed off of the edge, and
good strength to pose a threat to any offensive tackle. His athleticism gives
him the ability to drop in coverage, at the same time his strength and
quickness allows him to beat double teams. Bosa would be a key component in the
rebirth of the
Browns defense.
Tampa Bay
Buccaneers (Round 1 Pick 9)
Team Needs: Corner
Back, Offensive Tackle, Safety
Draft Pick: Vernon
Hargreaves, Corner Back, University of Florida
Analysis:
With doubts in his size, some may think Hargreaves shouldn’t be a high first
round pick. His stats and production in college say otherwise. His ability to
disrupt passes, find the ball in the air, and his explosive nature is pure
natural talent. He has the ability to run with some of the fastest there is and
compete for 50/50 balls against taller receivers. Tampa Bay is in need for a
new corner and they will find a consistent one in Hargreaves.
New York
Giants (Round 1 Pick 10)
Team Needs:
Linebacker, Wide Receiver, Offensive Line
Draft Pick:
Jack Conklin, Offensive Tackle, Michigan State University
Analysis: Wanting
to beef up that offensive line that allowed just only 27 sacks last year the
Giants could find themselves drafting a centerpiece for their future offensive
line. Conklin has great technique and strength, but lacks in quickness. His
natural athleticism should make up for most of his small issues as long as he’s
in the right system. The Giants would be a perfect fit for him seeing a great
improvement this past year.
Tune in to the first round of the Draft this Thursday at 8pm EST 7 CST
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