2019 NFL Mock Draft: Defensive line dominates as quarterbacks fall

By Randy Gurzi | Jan 14, 2019

SANTA CLARA, CA - JANUARY 07: Quinnen Williams #92 of the Alabama Crimson Tide reacts against the Clemson Tigers in the CFP National Championship presented by AT&T at Levi's Stadium on January 7, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

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STARKVILLE, MS – NOVEMBER 4: Ross Comis #2 of the Massachusetts Minutemen is sacked by Montez Sweat #9 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half of an NCAA football game at Davis Wade Stadium on November 4, 2017 in Starkville, Mississippi. (Photo by Butch Dill/Getty Images) /

26. Indianapolis Colts: Montez Sweat, EDGE, Mississippi State

The Indianapolis Colts saw their season end at the hands of the Kansas City Chiefs in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, but they should still hold their heads high. They started out 1-5 on the year and ended up not only with a 10-6 record, but got a playoff win as well in the Wild Card Round. The future looks bright thanks in large part to a successful draft in 2018 and they look to add more talent in this draft as they continue building their foundation.

One of their better rookies this season was guard Quenton Nelson out of Notre Dame. He helped establish their offensive line as a tougher unit and they wound up having a better ground game than expected in large part due to his presence. On the defensive side of the ball, they would be wise to add a similar presence.

This is their goal as they land a talented defensive end with their first-round pick. Montez Sweat from Mississippi State is the pick and he brings a fiery attitude and incredible toughness. He gets praised for the 22.5 sacks he picked up in his final two seasons, but Sweat is just as good against the run. They need players like him to help slow down some of the high-powered offenses they need to compete with as they aim to make another deep run in the coming season.

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