2021 NFL Mock Draft: Zach Wilson rises to Jets at No. 2 in 3-round projection
By Randy Gurzi
49. Arizona Cardinals: Joe Tryon, EDGE, Washington
Yes, Chandler Jones and J.J. Watt can rush the passer but they’re closer to the end than the beginning of their respective careers. That’s why Arizona takes Joe Tryon as a rotational EDGE who can one day take over for Jones.
50. Miami Dolphins: Javonte Williams, RB, North Carolina
Again, another pick is made with Tua in mind. Javonte Williams will help carry the load on offense and keep Miami from having to be too pass-happy.
51. Washington Football Team: Liam Eichenberg, OT, Notre Dame
They got their quarterback, now they need to protect him. Liam Eichenberg is being mocked in Round 1 by some sites and there’s good reason for it. This kid can play.
52. Chicago Bears: Nico Collins, WR, Michigan
If Allen Robinson walks, the Bears will need help and Nico Collins could provide that.
53. Tennessee Titans: Daviyon Nixon, IDL, Iowa
Tennessee again bulks up on defense, this time with Daviyon Dixon. Their offense is suddenly stout, so now they look to regain their edge on this side of the ball.
54. Indianapolis Colts: Rondale Moore, WR, Purdue
Michael Pittman won’t give Carson Wentz No. 11, so the Colts get him another receiver (that’s not serious by the way). Rondale Moore will actually be a great option across from Pittman and has the breakaway speed T.Y. Hilton offered during his prime.
55. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jay Tufele, IDL, USC
They bulked up the O-line in Round 1, now they focus on the D-line in Round 2. Jay Tufele can play on the end of the Steeler’s three-man line and slide inside when they do go with four-man fronts.
56. Seattle Seahawks: James Hudson, OT, Cincinnati
Seattle lands a potential starting offensive tackle just after completely losing all of Russell Wilson’s faith in them. Too little, too late — but at least James Hudson can play.
57. Los Angeles Rams: Wyatt Davis, IOL, Ohio State
The Rams hate first-round picks, so Wyatt Davis is their top selection here. At least it’s a good pick, and it has to be since they have almost no other draft picks till the year 3000.
58. Baltimore Ravens: Creed Humphrey, IOL, Oklahoma
Creed Humphrey is the best center in this class and the Ravens can use a new one.
59. Cleveland Browns: Tutu Atwell, WR, Louisville
Cleveland lost to the Chiefs by five in the playoffs but might have upset them if they could have moved the ball downfield quicker. Enter Tutu Atwell, a big play waiting to happen.
60. New Orleans Saints: Aaron Robinson, CB, UCF
Janoris Jenkins did well as the No. 2 cornerback but the Saints need to get younger. Aaron Robinson can prove to be a great pick at this point.
61. Buffalo Bills: Jackson Carman, OT, Clemson
Jackson Carman goes from blocking for Trevor Lawrence to blocking for Josh Allen. Not too long ago, that would have sounded like a major downgrade but Allen is playing like one of the best QBs in the sport now.
62. Green Bay Packers: Dillon Radunz, OT, North Dakota State
Green Bay needs to start rebuilding its offensive line, which leads to the selection of Dillon Radunz. He’s going to need some grooming after playing for North Dakota State but his future is bright.
63. Kansas City Chiefs: D’Wayne Eskridge, WR, Western Michigan
The Chiefs are unlikely to re-sign Sammy Watkins, so they use this pick on D’Wayne Eskridge. He will need to prove he can do it against better talent, but he was a stud for Western Michigan.
64. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Carlos Basham, Jr., EDGE, Wake Forest
Christian Barmore was brought in to replace Ndamukong Suh whether that’s in 2021 or down the road. Now, Tampa Bay lands Carlos Basham, Jr. to do the same for Jason Pierre-Paul.