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    2-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft: Packers Select Shedeur Sanders While Patriots Get Bo Nix

    The NFL Draft remains months away, but it's time to check in on how PFN's NFL Mock Draft Simulator feels things will play out. Did it get things right?

    There will be many NFL mock drafts over the next six months or so. The 2024 NFL Draft is a long time away still, and a lot will change between now and April. And it will be interesting to see how much the PFN Big Board changes over time. What we think could happen now will be very different 90 days from now. So, let’s check in with a simulated 2-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft.

    2-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft | Round 1

    The ENTIRELY FREE PFN Mock Draft Simulator is the culprit for each of the 64 selections in front of us. What did the simulation get right, and what did it screw up?

    1) Chicago Bears: Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina

    Would I do it? Yes.

    We don’t know what the Bears coaching staff will look like next season. Even as an unabashed Justin Fields believer, business is business, and it makes more sense to wipe the slate clean and give everyone a fresh start.

    The Bears could go the way of the Jets with Sam Darnold or the Browns with Baker Mayfield, but the team is so far away from being legitimately competitive that they should simply start fresh at QB and get what they can for the talented young QB.

    The decision between Drake Maye and Caleb Williams won’t be as simple as it appeared just a few weeks ago. We’re getting increasingly more evidence of Williams’ struggles against pressure. In case you’ve been living under a rock, the Bears OL isn’t necessarily a stone wall in pass protection.

    Maye isn’t perfect, but he has a ton of experience handling pressure.

    2) Arizona Cardinals: Caleb Williams, QB, Southern California

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Caleb Williams is still my personal QB1. However, this selection comes with the caveat that the organization wants to and can find a trade partner for Kyler Murray, whose contract extension doesn’t even kick in until next season.

    But if the Cardinals’ new leadership is smart, they’ll reset the clock on their rebuild. In the NFL, you either have an elite QB who can carry you to a Super Bowl, or you have an outstanding roster surrounding an overperforming QB relative to the value of their rookie deal.

    Arizona already appears culturally refined, and building a base around someone with Williams’ talent could pay dividends in the long run.

    3) Chicago Bears: Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Do everything you can to surround your young quarterback with talent. The Bears already have a borderline No. 1 WR in DJ Moore. But getting a dominating X receiver who can win at all three levels with ease while having no apparent flaws pairs well with any receiving corps. Marvin Harrison Jr. is the best player in the class and arguably the most complete player we’ve seen since Myles Garrett.

    4) Denver Broncos: Dallas Turner, EDGE, Alabama

    Would I do it? Maybe.

    In a class with this much talent, it feels like a bit of a reach to select any pass rusher this high in the 2024 NFL Draft. Although Dallas Turner feels like an ascending prospect with his age, athleticism, and uptick in production, he is still a relatively raw pass rusher who needs to add a better strength profile to his game.

    MORE: 2024 NFL Draft Prospect Watchlist

    The Broncos should probably either trade down or reach for the third quarterback on the board. They need defensive help, and this class, at the top, very heavily leans to the offensive side of the ball.

    5) New York Giants: Olumuyiwa Fashanu, OT, Penn State

    Would I do it? Probably.

    Olu Fashanu is certainly a talented enough player to deserve the fifth pick. However, Andrew Thomas has the left tackle spot locked down, so Fashanu would be flipping sides in this simulation. For an offensive line that hasn’t been able to get it right over the past decade, that unknown factor is less than ideal.

    6) New England Patriots: Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Joe Alt is neck-and-neck in the battle with Fashanu for OT1, and the Patriots need offensive line help. Trent Brown is on a one-year deal, and even in the event of his return, Brown could very easily slide back over to the right side.

    7) Green Bay Packers: Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB, Alabama

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Brian Gutekunst immediately called his therapist when he saw Fashanu and Alt come off the board in consecutive picks before his own. David Bakhtiari just had his fourth knee surgery and is 32. Even if he wants to come back and give it a go, the team can’t count on him.

    Adding Kool-Aid McKinstry to Jaire Alexander is a nice yin to Alexander’s yang. He’s a fine man coverage corner, but he specializes in zone and match coverages. His intelligence and trigger are his greatest weapons. Meanwhile, Alexander is a gnat in man.

    8) Los Angeles Chargers: JC Latham, OT, Alabama

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Chargers extended Trey Pipkins, but he’s best served as a swing tackle and not the starting right tackle. JC Latham is about the only shining light on a dark Alabama offensive line in 2023. He is a massive athlete with impressive athleticism and technical prowess.

    9) Tennessee Titans: Kalen King, CB, Penn State

    Would I do it? No.

    Although Kalen King had a rough day against Harrison, even the best cornerbacks at the NFL level today would struggle against a player of his magnitude. King is still worthy of first-round consideration. But the Titans have more important issues to attend to.

    Treylon Burks hasn’t been healthy since becoming a pro. DeAndre Hopkins will be 32 and in the final year of his deal in 2024 if he isn’t dealt at the trade deadline or during the offseason.

    Although the WR class is talented and deep, Tennessee has a chance to draft a legitimate No. 1 WR with this selection. Surrounding Will Levis with as much offensive talent as possible is imperative for their evaluation of the player over the next few seasons.

    10) New Orleans Saints: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Emeka Egbuka is alignment versatile, which is a perfect fit for the Saints’ current personnel. Michael Thomas, Chris Olave, and Rashid Shaheed each split time between outside and slot alignments.

    Shaheed feels like a necessary re-signing at this point, but there are no rules disallowing four legitimate weapons to play in the same offense, especially when Thomas will likely play his final season with the Saints in 2024.

    11) Las Vegas Raiders: J.J. McCarthy, QB, Michigan

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Jimmy Garoppolo knows the deal. He’s been down this road before. In the end, the Raiders can’t count on him remaining healthy over a 17-game season, and it would behoove them to take a shot at a developmental QB for the future.

    J.J. McCarthy needs further development at the next level, but Garoppolo adds a layer of safety as the presumed starter in 2024, predictably under a new coaching staff. McCarthy has a supercharged arm and the kind of athleticism to add a layer of danger to opposing defenses without being reliant on running.

    12) Minnesota Vikings: Malik Nabers, WR, Louisiana State

    Would I do it? No.

    Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, and Malik Nabers would be an incredibly dangerous combination. However, Minnesota’s roster, particularly on the defensive side of the ball, needs more help.

    13) Indianapolis Colts: Jared Verse, EDGE, Florida State

    Would I do it? No.

    In a different simulation or situation, this selection could make sense. But with Keon Coleman still on the board, it doesn’t make sense. Shane Steichen’s offense needs a legitimate X receiver on the outside.

    Additionally, Jared Verse is going the wrong way in the eyes of evaluators as he struggles to find the same production as a season ago. Additionally, while explosive, he lacks the kind of high-end bend of most modern pass rushers.

    14) Arizona Cardinals: Maason Smith, DT, Louisiana State

    Would I do it? No.

    Maason Smith is a dominant presence on the interior with impressive explosiveness, flexibility, and strength. His athletic profile provides unique alignment versatility. However, he is not a finished product yet, specifically as a pass rusher.

    Maason Smith (0) celebrates a play during the first half against the Florida State Seminoles at Caesars Superdome.
    Sep 4, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Louisiana State Tigers defensive tackle Maason Smith (0) celebrates a play during the first half against the Florida State Seminoles at Caesars Superdome.

    This is where you pair Williams with a WR like Coleman or Rome Odunze, who can be big-play weapons, red zone threats, and good all-around three-level receivers.

    15) Los Angeles Rams: Rome Odunze, WR, Washington

    Would I do it? No.

    With Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua hogging targets and pint-sized speedster Tutu Atwell threatening defenses vertically, there doesn’t necessarily need to be another weapon in the frame.

    The Rams are young, and they could realistically go in any direction they’d like with this selection, considering how little high-end talent they have on the roster aside from their few stars. They’re a top-heavy roster filled in with youngsters on rookie deals.

    But the offensive line is particularly worrisome, and this is a draft class boasting outstanding talents in that regard. That’s where they should go with their first first-round pick since 2016 instead of Rome Odunze.

    16) Washington Commanders: Donovan Jackson, G, Ohio State

    Would I do it? No.

    There’s little chance that the Commanders, with new ownership and likely a new coaching staff, would select an offensive guard with their first-round pick.

    Jackson is a fine pass protector with the frame, athleticism, and power to be a plus run blocker as well. However, with so much talent left on the board, including with the very next pick, this selection is underwhelming.

    17) New York Jets: Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Sans Harrison, Brock Bowers may be the best player in this class. He’s a “tight end” who is a natural separator who is explosive and creative with the ball in his hands, so much so that Georgia has consistently found ways to hand him the ball as a runner.

    But he’s also different from the likes of Kyle Pitts. The Falcons TE wasn’t a bad blocker leaving Florida, but he was more of a wide receiver masquerading as a tight end, whereas Bowers could survive playing in line.

    18) Cincinnati Bengals: Keon Coleman, WR, Florida State

    Would I do it? Yes.

    This is my favorite fit in this mock draft so far. Keon Coleman is an alpha who attacks the football violently against draping defenders. He elevates well and thrives while fighting a panther in a muscle car like Ricky Bobby.

    MORE: Top WRs in the 2024 NFL Draft

    The fit with Joe Burrow is sublime. Burrow isn’t afraid to test tight windows and has built a career from leveraging passes away from defenders where only his receiver can catch it. This selection also lines up perfectly with the loss of Tee Higgins in free agency, which feels more like a certainty than a possibility.

    19) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jer’Zhan Newton, DT, Illinois

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Remember what I said about Coleman being my favorite fit? Forget that!

    Vita Vea, Jer’Zhan Newton, Calijah Kancey, and Shaq Barrett feel like a devastating foursome on the Buccaneers’ defensive line. Newton hasn’t replicated the same production he found a season ago, but his tape has grown even more impressive.

    20) Atlanta Falcons: Cooper DeJean, CB, Iowa

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Cooper DeJean is unique. He has the size and athleticism to survive, and even thrive, in the box as a potential pseudo-safety/dime linebacker. The second safety role is currently filled by Richie Grant, but DeJean could be seen as a safety convert at the next level because of how well he plays with the ball in front of him and the physicality he can play with.

    But the fluidity he possesses means he shouldn’t have any issues surviving on the outside at the next level, either. So whether it be as a cornerback or safety, DeJean should be fine at the next level.

    21) Buffalo Bills: Denzel Burke, CB, Ohio State

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Bills have been searching for the right answer on the other side of Tre’Davious White for years now. Unfortunately, it appears unlikely they’ll get the answer with Kaiir Elam. It also doesn’t help that Tre’Davious White will be recovering from his torn Achilles this offseason, meaning even more potential questions at the position.

    Denzel Burke has put together no-doubt first-round tape in 2023. But Burks’ injury history could be concerning for teams looking to bolster their units on contending teams.

    22) Dallas Cowboys: TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State

    Would I do it? No.

    In another class, maybe. But with so much talent in the class, selecting a running back with an injury history like TreVeyon Henderson with other needs on the roster and some decent depth at the position later in the draft makes no sense.

    The subsequent six selections in this simulator mock would all make more sense than this.

    23) Pittsburgh Steelers: Jeremiah Trotter Jr., LB, Clemson

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Jeremiah Trotter Jr. won’t precisely follow in his father’s footsteps, but he also isn’t too far off. He never played for the Steelers but spent most of his career in Pennsylvania or the DMV.

    Trotter offers Pittsburgh a stout and sturdy run defender who also excels as a pass rusher. T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith are outstanding on the edge, but adding Trotter would give Pittsburgh a weapon to attack inside of the B gaps.

    24) Houston Texans: Chop Robinson, EDGE, Penn State

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Whew! A pairing of Will Anderson and Chop Robinson feels illegal. Robinson hasn’t exploded with production in 2023, but his burst, bend, and improvement in his hands have been fun to witness. Alongside the strength and technical proficiency of Anderson, Robinson is a nice complement.

    25) Seattle Seahawks: Nate Wiggins, CB, Clemson

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Speaking of illegal…

    Adding Nate Wiggins to the duo of Devon Witherspoon and Tariq Woolen is flat-out unfair. Wiggins is the perfect player to bet on in the back end of Round 1, given his outstanding athleticism and playmaking ability.

    26) San Francisco 49ers: Kingsley Suamataia, OT, Brigham Young

    Would I do it? No.

    The 49ers need a right tackle, and Kingsley Suamatia has experience on both sides of the aisle. However, Taliese Fuaga remains undervalued on the MDS. Aside from Latham, and even maybe competing with Latham, is Fuaga at right tackle.

    Colton McKivitz isn’t the long-term solution at right tackle. And although Suamataia might be one of the best athletes we’ve ever seen at the position, Fuaga has been a wall.

    27) Jacksonville Jaguars: Kamren Kinchens, S, Miami

    Would I do it? Maybe.

    Kamren Kinchens is a great football player, and many teams are starting to play with three or more safeties on the field more often these days. He’d also be a nice complement to Andre Cisco, who is more of the rangy free safety type. But with Rayshawn Jenkins on the books through 2024, the team would have to find creative ways to get the young safety on the field.

    He plays fast downhill, but the Jaguars also have impressive young linebackers who can survive in space, so even a dime linebacker role could be a bit redundant in Year 1.

    28) Baltimore Ravens: Cooper Beebe, G, Kansas State

    Would I do it? Probably.

    Caelan Carson is another possibility here. However, adding someone like Cooper Beebe to this offensive line could help on multiple fronts. During his five seasons at Kansas State, Beebe has played every position on the offensive line except for center.

    Although he’s best suited as a guard at the next level, he could play tackle in a pinch, and the Ravens have consistently found themselves in pinches over the years due to injuries.

    29) Detroit Lions: Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington

    Would I do it? Maybe.

    I’d have to know how the Lions feel about Hendon Hooker to know for sure. But with Jared Goff playing well and Hooker already waiting in the wings, quarterback likely isn’t on the Lions’ radar currently.

    Cornerback, wide receiver, linebacker, and safety could all be targets for Detroit here instead of Michael Penix Jr.

    30) Miami Dolphins: JT Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State

    Would I do it? No.

    JT Tuimoloau might be worth a late first-round pick, but in an offensive line class this impressive and with a massive need on the offensive line, the Dolphins’ resources could have been better used in that area.

    31) Kansas City Chiefs: Caelen Carson, CB, Wake Forest

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Chiefs’ defense has been outstanding so far in 2023. L’Jarius Sneed is outstanding no matter where he aligns, and Trent McDuffie has been sublime so far in Year 2 with Kansas City.

    Caelen Carson must improve technically, but he has all the physical tools necessary to be a high-end coverage player in the NFL. He’s instinctive and strong, flashing physicality as a tackler.

    32) Philadelphia Eagles: Xavier Worthy, WR, Texas

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Philadelphia Eagles could use an upgrade at wide receiver. Xavier Worthy is exactly the kind of receiver to pair alongside A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. Eagles fans can look at Worthy as a slightly less refined version of Smith.

    Worthy is faster than Smith but not as refined. However, despite his slight frame, he plays a lot bigger than his size.

    2-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft | Round 2

    33) Carolina Panthers: Troy Franklin, WR, Oregon

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Panthers have been in the market for a wide receiver for some time now. Jonathan Mingo remains a work-in-progress, and Adam Thielen is relatively ancient in the NFL landscape. Troy Franklin would be a welcome addition to the WR room.

    34) Arizona Cardinals: Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Paris Johnson has been playing right tackle for the Cardinals, but he played on the left side at Ohio State. Mims is a natural right tackle, and Johnson can move back over to the left side.

    35) Minnesota Vikings: Andrew Mukuba, S, Clemson

    Would I do it? Yes.

    As long as Harrison Smith continues playing, the Vikings have two starting safeties on the roster. But the Vikings could use more help in the secondary, and Andrew Mukuba could help immediately as a primary slot defender, given that’s his current role at Clemson, where he excels.

    36) New York Giants: Barrett Carter, LB, Clemson

    Would I do it? Probably.

    Bobby Okereke is a great linebacker, but the Giants need a lot more help on the second level than Okereke alone can give them. With other needs on the roster, going with a “less valuable” position could be the wrong move, but Barrett Carter might also be the best player remaining on the board.

    37) New England Patriots: Bo Nix, QB, Oregon

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Even on Mac Jones’ best day, he will never have the physical talent necessary to propel the Patriots past the rest of the AFC elites. Bo Nix brings the distribution ability needed in Bill O’Brien’s offense, along with the athleticism to make plays with his legs.

    38) Chicago Bears: Laiatu Latu, EDGE, UCLA

    Would I do it? Yes.

    After doubling up on offense with their two top-three selections, the Bears try their hand on the defensive side of the ball. Laiatu Latu has been unbelievably proficient on UCLA’s defensive front. He’s an outstanding pass rusher. And we all know that the Bears need all the help they can get on the edge.

    39) Los Angeles Chargers: Rod Moore, S, Michigan

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Rod Moore plays everywhere on the defensive side of the ball. He has spent time in the slot, in the box, and on the back end of Michigan’s defense. The Chargers need someone who can thrive on the back end after Nasir Adderly’s surprising retirement.

    40) Tennessee Titans: Leonard Taylor, DT, Miami (FL)

    Would I do it? No.

    Leonard Taylor is a disruptive player for the Hurricanes, but the Titans absolutely must continue adding to either their offensive line or their offensive weaponry. They added a receiver in the first round, but there are plenty of high-quality offensive linemen remaining that they should have selected here.

    41) Green Bay Packers: Tyler Nubin, S, Minnesota

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Packers have a trio of talented young wide receivers, and they addressed left tackle in the first round. But Rudy Ford and Jonathan Owens are not the droids they are looking for in the secondary. Adding Tyler Nubin solves a problem in the middle of the third level.

    42) Arizona Cardinals: Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Florida

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Arizona Cardinals need pass-rushing talent. Smith might be a fun addition on the interior, and the Cardinals still need help in the secondary. But Princely Umanmielen is a long and limber athlete who could thrive in Jonathan Gannon’s defensive scheme. He’s primarily a pass rusher, but he can also survive in coverage.

    43) New Orleans Saints: Graham Barton, OT, Duke

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Saints need help on the offensive line. Graham Barton might be converted to the interior at the next level, but we already saw him play center during his freshman season.

    The Saints drafted Trevor Penning to play left tackle, but that’s been a complete disaster. And they still don’t have one competent guard, let alone two of them.

    44) Indianapolis Colts: Tahveon Nicholson, CB, Illinois

    Would I do it? No.

    The best part about doing an MDS mock is seeing players who have either exploded onto the scene or ones who have slipped through the cracks and need to be dropped in the simulator. Tahveon Nicholson is one of those players who need their value in the simulator reevaluated.

    45) Washington Commanders: Ja’Tavion Sanders, TE, Texas

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Logan Thomas still has another year in Washington, and that could give Ja’Tavion enough time to progress in the finer points of the position. However, he is already an impressive receiving weapon for the Texas offense.

    46) Los Angeles Rams: Will Shipley, RB, Clemson

    Would I do it? No.

    Will Shipley is a good player, but the Rams have too many needs on the roster to select a running back with a second-round pick. And even with a seemingly underwhelming unit on the 2023 roster, they’ve been very good on the ground so far.

    47) Philadelphia Eagles: Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo

    Would I do it? Yes.

    The Eagles head to the defensive side of the ball for their second pick. With older names in James Bradberry and Darius Slay playing on the outside, the Eagles must look to the future. Mitchell plays with the kind of attitude that will fit in perfectly with the Eagles.

    48) Green Bay Packers: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

    Would I do it? Yes.

    While it seems unlikely at this point that Shedeur Sanders would declare for the NFL Draft before 2024, if he was still available this late in the second round, it would be foolish for them not to select Sanders. His accurate nature is perfect for what the Packers need in the passing attack.

    49) Cincinnati Bengals: Jordan Morgan, OT, Arizona

    Would I do it? No.

    Jordan Morgan is among the best offensive linemen in the draft. Although he’ll need to move to the right side at the next level, his smooth athleticism should make the transition smooth. The problem with this particular simulation is that Fuaga remains available.

    50) Houston Texans: Troy Fautanu, G, Washington

    Would I do it? No.

    Tytus Howard has played left guard, left tackle, and right tackle at the NFL level. But he looked his best while playing right tackle. Kenyon Green was not good as a rookie and was lost early this season. But Houston has gotten by with a mass of injuries on the offensive line so far in 2023. Adding another weapon feels like a better idea.

    51) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Christian Haynes, G, Connecticut

    Would I do it? Yes.

    He’s not a Division II or Division III standout like seemingly all of the Buccaneers’ interior blockers, but Connecticut isn’t Alabama. Tampa Bay needs help on the interior, and Haynes has been absolutely delightful over the past two seasons at UConn.

    52) Buffalo Bills: Adonai Mitchell, WR, Texas

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Gabriel Davis is in the final year of his rookie deal. While there’s no guarantee he moves on in free agency, the production he’s provided won’t be inexpensive for Buffalo. Adonai Mitchell can be an inexpensive and explosive replacement option.

    53) Atlanta Falcons: Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas

    Would I do it? Maybe.

    Desmond Ridder has yet to take the necessary steps in his development, but Quinn Ewers is no finished product, either. Although he has the pedigree of being the top quarterback recruit in the nation, he still has a long way to go in the finer points of playing the position.

    54) Atlanta Falcons: Landon Jackson, EDGE, Arkansas

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Calais Campbell is about to collect a retirement check, but his addition to the Falcons offense is the perfect precursor to drafting a player like Landon Jackson from Arkansas.

    MORE: Top EDGEs in the 2024 NFL Draft

    The tall, long-limbed defensive end is surprisingly bendy for his size, and his hands are technically refined, accurate, and powerful.

    55) Cleveland Browns: Malachi Corley, WR, Western Kentucky

    Would I do it? Maybe.

    Malachi Corely is a good player, but with Amari Cooper, Donovan Peoples-Jones, Elijah Moore, and Cedrick Tillman already on the roster, adding another receiver likely isn’t at the top of the priority list for Cleveland. However, their roster is decently strong from top to bottom.

    They’re only missing one thing at the moment.

    56) Dallas Cowboys: Sedrick Van Pran, C, Georgia

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Tyler Biadasz is worthy of being the Cowboys’ center of the future, but he’s currently in the final year of his deal. Sedrick Van Pran may have been the first center drafted a season ago but decided to remain at Georgia for another season.

    57) Seattle Seahawks: Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State

    Would I do it? Maybe.

    As a Jarran Reed replacement, Tyleik Williams makes sense. From an alignment perspective, they are used similarly between the Seahawks and Buckeyes. Reed has another year on his deal, but he’s an older player who would be best served as a designated rusher.

    58) Jacksonville Jaguars: Brandon Dorlus, EDGE, Oregon

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Brandon Dorlus is the perfect candidate to play a defensive end role for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Alongside Josh Allen, Folorunso Fatukasi, Travon Walker, and Roy Robertson-Harris, the Jaguars would make up a formidable 50 front.

    59) Baltimore Ravens: Kris Abrams-Draine, CB, Missouri

    Would I do it? Maybe.

    A team can never have enough depth on the back end in the modern NFL. However, the Ravens’ defensive backfield has been playing outrageously well in 2023. Brandon Stephens continues making plays, Marlon Humphrey is still fantastic, and the safety play has been sublime.

    60) San Francisco 49ers: McKinnley Jackson, DT, Texas A&M

    Would I do it? Yes.

    McKinnley Jackson is a bit of a pet cat for yours truly. The Texas A&M defensive tackle would be a fantastic complement to the likes of Arik Armstead and Javon Hargrave. Although he has the athleticism to be an attacking player, his run-stopping presence would be most valuable to this defensive unit.

    61) Miami Dolphins: Taliese Fuaga, OT, Oregon State

    Would I do it? Yes.

    This is the biggest no-brainer in the entire simulation. Fuaga has been one of the best players in college football this season and at a premium position. He’d be an unbelievable addition to the Dolphins offensive line, protecting Tua Tagovailoa’s blindside.

    62) Detroit Lions: Cole Bishop, S, Utah

    Would I do it? Yes.

    This would mean that the Lions decided not to bring back Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. Although Kerby Joseph and Tracy Walker are still on the roster, Walker will be entering the final year of his deal in 2024. And Cole Bishop has the size, athleticism, and power to play multiple roles in a defense. His work in the box could get him on the field as a dime linebacker.

    63) Kansas City Chiefs: Ruke Orhorhoro, DT, Clemson

    Would I do it? Yes.

    Ruke Orhorhoro is a perfect fit for Steve Spagnoulo’s defense. Defensive linemen on Clemson’s unit play up and down the defensive front. Orhorhoro has played from the A gap to outside of the tackles.

    64) Carolina Panthers: Bralen Trice, EDGE, Washington

    Would I do it? No.

    Bralen Trice is struggling relative to what we saw a season ago, and he is simply not what the Carolina Panthers need, especially with increasing uncertainty surrounding Brian Burns’ future with the team.

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