2020 NFL Mock Draft: Packers trade back, Browns and Eagles move up
Round 2
33. Cincinnati Bengals: Cesar Ruiz, IOL, Michigan
Jonah Williams returning helps at tackle but Ruiz can solidify the interior of the line for Burrow and the Bengals.
34. Green Bay Packers (via IND): Jalen Reagor, WR, TCU
Trading down, the Packers can still get a playmaking wide receiver to pair with Davante Adams as Reagor is a speedy player that offers versatility.
35. Detroit Lions: Ross Blacklock, IDL, TCU
Sticking with defense in Detroit, Blacklock can come into the fold and be a stud for the Lions as he’s an explosive athlete with the ability to create penetration at will on the interior.
36. New York Giants: Ezra Cleveland, OT, Boise State
While the Giants passed on a tackle in Round 1, they do it here as they get the athletic Cleveland with the 36th pick to help protect Jones and Barkley.
37. San Francisco 49ers (via LAC): Laviska Shenault Jr., WR, Colorado
At his best, Laviska Shenault Jr. has first-round talent but injuries have hurt his stock. The 49ers take the risk here as they add the movable weapon to a creative offense.
38. Carolina Panthers: A.J. Terrell, CB, Clemson
Terrell is a divisive player but it’s hard not to be intrigued by his tools and pedigree. He can help replace James Bradberry in Carolina’s secondary.
39. Miami Dolphins: Lloyd Cushenberry III, IOL, LSU
Jones may be a project at tackle but Cushenberry can be a Day 1 starter on the interior for the Dolphins, opening up the run game and keeping Tua upright.
40. Houston Texans (via ARZ): Justin Madubuike, IDL, Texas A&M
The Texans’ offseason leaves a lot to be desired but they get a playmaker on the interior here with Justin Madubuike. The A&M product can make an instant impact up front.
41. Cleveland Browns: Grant Delpit, S, LSU
Tackling and physicality issues have killed Delpit’s stock but his potential remains sky-high. The Browns fill the big hole at safety and take another swing on a talented LSU defensive back.
42. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jaylon Johnson, CB, Utah
Now the Jaguars finally fill the hole at cornerback at No. 42 with Johnson, a long and talented player out of Utah who should start well from Day 1.
43. Chicago Bears (via LVR): Jeremy Chinn, S, Southern Illinois
Chinn is, admittedly, still raw and has a ton of growth left ahead. However, he’s going to be drafted highly with his physical tools and can be the necessary strong safety to help the Bears defense.
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44. Indianapolis Colts: Denzel Mims, WR, Baylor
Rivers and Love need another wide receiver besides TY Hilton. Mims is rising rapidly with great ball skills and impressive athleticism and could make a big impact.
45. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: D’Andre Swift, RB, Georgia
Finally the first running back comes off the board as the Bucs get a feature back to go with Brady. Swift is a do-it-all player who could be an instant star in Tampa Bay.
46. Denver Broncos: Lucas Niang, OT, TCU
Tackle issues have plagued the Broncos for quite a bit and that’s what they try to address here. Niang is undervalued due to injury but his upside is that of one of the best tackles in this class.
47. Atlanta Falcons: Terrell Lewis, EDGE, Alabama
Speaking of upside, the Falcons add an elite edge rusher here in terms of tools. Lewis needs to stay healthy and to develop more technique but his potential is through the roof.
48. New York Jets: Tee Higgins, WR, Clemson
Higgins is not my favorite prospect because of his lack of athleticism. However, his big body and ball skills could help Darnold and the Jets offense a great deal.
49. Pittsburgh Steelers: Raekwon Davis, IDL, Alabama
Losing Javon Hargrave will hurt the Steelers defense so they add Davis to help. The massive athlete should be able to join the fold and make a big impact right away.
50. Chicago Bears: Jonah Jackson, IOL, Ohio State
Chicago’s offensive line has been a legitimate problem which they can address here with the No. 50 pick. Jackson isn’t a star but he has the tools to be a reliable starter in the NFL right away.
51. Dallas Cowboys: Antoine Winfield Jr., S, Minnesota
Even after they added Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, the Cowboys still need safety help. They get it with Winfield Jr. Diminutive in size, his playmaking ability is anything but small.
52. Los Angeles Rams: Willie Gay Jr., LB, Mississippi State
With Cory Littleton gone, the Rams need to address the middle of the defense and Gay helps with that. While he’s nothing more than highly athletic clay to mold right now, that still has value.
53. Philadelphia Eagles: Kyle Dugger, S, Lenoir-Rhyne
Dugger has been the talk of draft circles for some time now and rightfully so. With great film and physical tools, he can be an answer as a hybrid safety for Philly.
54. Buffalo Bills: Joshua Uche, EDGE, Michigan
The Bills are finally on the clock after trading their first-rounder and get a stud in Uche. A chess piece that can line up in multiple spots, he fits Buffalo perfectly and answers a need.
55. Baltimore Ravens (via ATL): Julian Okwara, EDGE, Notre Dame
Speaking of need, the Ravens need more pop on the edge and Okwara is a forgotten man in this class. While unspectacular, he can come in and provide necessary rush off the edge in Baltimore.
56. Miami Dolphins (via NO): Jonathan Taylor, RB, Wisconsin
Though the Dolphins signed Jordan Howard, Jonathan Taylor is too good to pass up. He’s a star in the making at running back and should ignite the Miami run game.
57. Los Angeles Rams (via HOU): Donovan Peoples-Jones, WR, Michigan
Trading Brandin Cooks leaves the Rams thinner than they’d like to be at wide receiver. Peoples-Jones is loaded with potential and should be an explosive athlete in the McVay offense.
58. Minnesota Vikings: Marlon Davidson, DL, Auburn
Staying defensive-minded, the Vikings get a versatile piece in Marlon Davidson who has the body of a tackle and experience at edge. He can help replenish big losses up front for Minnesota.
59. Seattle Seahawks: K.J. Hamler, WR, Penn State
I would love to see Seattle get another playmaker on offense and Hamler falls into their laps here. He can thrive in the downfield attack but also open up the middle of the field more as well.
60. Baltimore Ravens: Matt Hennessy, IOL, Temple
With Marshal Yanda gone, the Ravens need interior line help and they get it with Hennessy. With the ability to move, he should be a plug and play starter in this offense.
61. Tennessee Titans: Isaiah Wilson, OT, Georgia
Jack Conklin leaving in free agency creates a bit of a hole at right tackle. Wilson is a little raw but he’s young and has a ton of potential as a long-time NFL right tackle.
62. Green Bay Packers: Cole Kmet, TE, Notre Dame
More weapons is the name of the game for the Packers and Kmet is another player who can help with that. Not a blocker by any stretch, the Notre Dame product should come in and catch plenty of balls.
63. Kansas City Chiefs (via SF): J.K. Dobbins, RB, Ohio State
Never one to skimp on offensive talent, the Chiefs grab Dobbins who is still on the board. He can be a feature back that make the best offense in the league (arguably) even more dangerous.
64. Seattle Seahawks (via KC): Prince Tega Wanogho, OT, Auburn
Tega Wanogho is not a refined prospect but he has all the tools to be a starting NFL tackle and, frankly, the Seahawks haven’t invested in one of those in a long time in the draft — or at least invested well.