2021 NFL Draft: Pre-training camp mock draft lands Eagles, Jets WR help

Super Bowl contenders tie up loose ends to end Round 1 of the 2021 NFL Draft.

29. New Orleans Saints: Pat Freiermuth, TE, Penn State

Not that this is shocking but the New Orleans Saints have a terrific roster with very few holes. That affords them the opportunity to make some luxury picks, like nabbing a first-round tight end here in Pat Freiermuth. While the draft class is loaded at the position, the Penn State product is the best of the bunch with his ability as a matchup nightmare in the receiving game and impressive showing as a blocker already.

30. San Francisco 49ers: Eric Stokes, CB, Georgia

You can probably feel confident in the 49ers cornerback situation once again in the 2020 season but they need some long-term stability as Ahkello Witherspoon has yet to display consistency. Eric Stokes checks the marks from a size and athleticism perspective and has great feel in coverage, especially when asked to play straight man. He’d fit right in with Robert Saleh’s defense.

31. Baltimore Ravens: Hamilcar Rashed Jr., Oregon State

With the future of Matt Judon a bit uncertain, the Ravens could stand to bring in some reinforcements at edge rusher. While Hamilcar Rashed Jr. is a bit raw as an edge defender, he’s been wildly productive in college with great explosiveness and feel for the position. If Rashed can refine his technique, he’ll be able to make some big splashes in Baltimore.

32. Kansas City Chiefs: Jackson Carman, OT, Clemson

In 2020, the Chiefs made a luxury pick with the No. 32 selection in the NFL Draft. That’s not so much the case here. Yes, their defense could use some help but they also need to offer better protection for the half-billion-dollar man, Patrick Mahomes. Carman is a nasty tackle with proven ability in both run and pass blocking that should step in and give the line an upgrade.