2021 NFL Mock Draft: Patriots grab Zach Wilson, Bears roll with Kyle Trask
If the Antonio Brown signing has told us anything about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it’s that they are all-in on trying to win a Super Bowl in whatever remaining window Tom Brady has left in his career. That’s why they shirk the defensive line needs and get Travis Etienne out of Clemson. The running back, who just became the ACC’s all-time leading rusher, is a home-run hitter of the highest order with the ability to contribute as an elite pass-catcher out of the backfield.
The interior of the Kansas City Chiefs offensive line just isn’t the level you would expect it to be given the caliber of the offense as a whole. Yes, the defense has plenty of holes but they could stand to keep the front line strong.
Creed Humphrey has had some ups and down in the 2020 season but the Oklahoma center has great movement skills and can convert to power well when pulled. He could come in and be a starter at a couple of positions on Day 1 for the champs.
(Pick via Seahawks) – It’s been a bit frustrating that Purdue wide receiver Rondale Moore opted back into the 2020 season but hasn’t gotten to play for the Boilermakers just yet. Regardless, the Jets need all the receiving talent that they can get, especially after taking Lawrence. Moore is explosive, shifty and versatile, making him a do-it-all weapon for New York who can give Lawrence some big-play ability within the offense.
There are two elite tight ends in the 2021 NFL Draft class, Pitts and Penn State’s Pat Freiermuth. The Pittsburgh Steelers are obviously another team that could use a quarterback but they can’t pass up the Nittany Lion here.
Freiermuth seemingly fits exactly what the Steelers would want. He’s a red-zone threat with great receiving ability in the intermediate areas of the field but is also a good blocker. He’d fit right in with Pittsburgh.