2022 NFL Mock Draft: Desmond Ridder jumps into Round 1
By Randy Gurzi
LB. Georgia. Nakobe Dean. 15. player. Scouting Report. 28. Pick Analysis
15. Las Vegas Raiders: Nakobe Dean, LB, Georgia
On Thanksgiving Day, the Las Vegas Raiders were able to secure a win over the Dallas Cowboys. They ended up needing overtime as the Cowboys fought back and exposed some of the issues they had on defense, but in the end, the Raiders got the stop they needed in overtime to get the huge win.
While there are some talented players on that defense, there’s still a need for more depth — and of course, a big-time playmaker. That’s what they get with Nakobe Dean who has been all over the field for the Bulldogs.
He’s a game-changer who can come in and contribute right away which should help Las VEgas continue its upward trajectory.
C. Iowa. Tyler Linderbaum. 59. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. 16. player
16. Miami Dolphins (via San Francisco 49ers): Tyler Linderbaum, C, Iowa
This season has been one to forget for the Miami Dolphins. They came into the year with high hopes following a 10-6 campaign in 2020 but they have fallen off in a big way this season. They have performed better as of late but they’re likely focused on building for 2022 at this point.
Unfortunately, they won’t get the benefit of a super-high draft pick due to the trades they made last year but they do at least still have the 49ers’ first-round selection. That pick is used on center Tyler Linderbaum from Iowa. His arrival should help solidify that line, which will go a long way toward improving this offense as a whole.