2020 NFL Mock Draft: Packers trade back, Browns and Eagles move up
TRADE ALERT: Buccaneers trade No. 14 and 76 to Jaguars for No. 9
Landing Tom Brady immediately changes the fortunes of the Buccaneers. They will go from near the bottom of the NFC South to possibly competing for a Super Bowl. However, they need to fortify the offensive line around Brady to keep the 43-year-old protected, which is why Andrew Thomas is the third straight offensive lineman off the board. The Georgia product will come in and be a steady presence at left tackle.
(Pick via Cleveland)
Carolina traded down to the No. 10 pick with Cleveland but they still get a great player here with Derrick Brown. While the Auburn product’s overall lack of athleticism — which was on full display at the NFL Combine — is a bit concerning, he’s a tenacious bully on the interior that has a high floor and should be able to strengthen the Panthers D-line right away.
Let’s go ahead and make it four offensive tackles within a five-pick range. Jedrick Wills performed beautifully as Alabama’s right tackle for the past few years. He’s a road-grader in the run game that is well-versed in pass-protection as well. He slips to OT4 because of some questionable NFL Combine performances in a loaded class of tackles but the Jets will benefit greatly from grabbing him.
This offseason, the Raiders focused heavily on the defense and improving that side of the ball. However, Jon Gruden and Derek Carr still need to make things happen on offense and that should start with improving the wide receiver group. CeeDee Lamb out of Oklahoma is the best in the class at the position. While not a burner, he has the ability to come in and be a stud that pairs well with the pass-catchers in Las Vegas.