2022 NFL Mock Draft | Round 2, Picks 33-48
Let’s continue our 7-Round 2022 NFL Mock Draft with Round 2, where teams like the Rams, 49ers, Seahawks, and Bears will make their first selections.
33. Houston Texans: Kingsley Enagbare, EDGE, South Carolina
The Texans can safely employ a best-player-available strategy, but Kingsley Enagbare also fills a major need. He immediately adds athleticism and energy to the edge.
34. Detroit Lions: Drake London, WR, USC
Drake London, Chris Olave, and Amon-Ra St. Brown? This is a Draft Twitter dream lineup. London’s size and versatility will be invaluable at the NFL level.
35. Jacksonville Jaguars: Ikem Ekwonu, OL, NC State
The Jaguars might soon need help at tackle and guard. Why not get a guy who can be dominant at both spots? Ikem Ekwonu is indeed that guy, pal.
36. New York Jets: Jordan Battle, S, Alabama
If the Jets move on from Marcus Maye, they’ll need to reset at safety. Jordan Battle has the tools (both physical and mental) to get the job done, and then some.
37. Cincinnati Bengals: Josh Jobe, CB, Alabama
Although the Bengals signed Chidobe Awuzie and Mike Hilton, cornerback is a bit uncertain long-term. Josh Jobe has the athleticism, length, and anger to lock down one side.
38. Philadelphia Eagles: Owen Pappoe, LB, Auburn
Owen Pappoe is one of the biggest riser candidates at linebacker in this 2022 NFL Mock Draft. With a 4.47 40-yard dash and a 40-inch vertical on record, he has the attributes.
39. New York Giants: Jarrett Patterson, C, Notre Dame
The Giants’ offensive line appears to be in a constant state of turmoil. Jarrett Patterson can help calm things down. He’s a versatile position player with solid athleticism and poise.
40. Atlanta Falcons: Sevyn Banks, CB, Ohio State
There’s a chance Fabian Moreau could earn the Falcons’ confidence. For now, however, he’s a one-year rental. Sevyn Banks has similar athletic upside, with more contract security.
41. New York Jets: Breece Hall, RB, Iowa State
The Jets have a decent rotation at RB, but they could use a No. 1 back. Breece Hall is a perfect fit for Mike LaFleur’s outside-zone scheme with his burst and vision.
42. Chicago Bears: Mykael Wright, CB, Oregon
At 5’11”, 182 pounds, Mykael Wright is somewhat light. Nevertheless, the Ducks’ defender boasts excellent length, long speed, and playmaking ability. That’s what the Bears need.
43. Denver Broncos: Adam Anderson, EDGE, Georgia
Adam Anderson is being drafted to replace Von Miller, but it would be nice to see him learn from Miller as well. Anderson has rare explosiveness and bend for his lean 6’5″ frame.
44. Las Vegas Raiders: George Karlaftis, DL, Purdue
The Raiders have a respectable EDGE duo in Yannick Ngakoue and Maxx Crosby, but they need more talent. George Karlaftis provides outstanding power and flexibility.
45. Arizona Cardinals: Sean Rhyan, OT, UCLA
The Cardinals’ line isn’t bad, but it could get better. Plus, both tackles are due to hit free agency by 2023. Sean Rhyan has the athletic upside to eventually take one spot.
46. Washington Football Team: Phil Jurkovec, QB, Boston College
The last time a QB named Phil played in the NFL, he had a pretty good career. The name doesn’t actually matter, but Jurkovec’s big arm, mobility, and toughness do.
47. Minnesota Vikings: Jalen Wydermyer, TE, Texas A&M
The Vikings get a steal here. With his looming 6’5″, 265-pound frame, Jalen Wydermyer can be an extremely valuable chain mover and red-zone threat.
48. Los Angeles Chargers: Lecitus Smith, OG, Virginia Tech
Matt Feiler and Oday Aboushi may not be long-term starters at guard for Los Angeles, but with his athleticism, torque, and natural power, so can Lecitus Smith.
Round 2 | Picks 49-64
Offensive players dominate the second half of Round 2 in this 7-Round 2022 NFL Mock Draft.
49. New England Patriots: Isaiah Spiller, RB, Texas A&M
When a running back like Isaiah Spiller drops, someone is bound to pick him up. With his vision, footwork, and contact balance, Spiller has workhorse potential.
50. Pittsburgh Steelers: Zion Nelson, OT, Miami (FL)
The Steelers offensive line is a concern right now. Zion Nelson might need an acclimation period, but he has the raw athletic traits to be molded into a starter.
51. Miami Dolphins: Tyler Linderbaum, C, Iowa
Maybe Michael Deiter earns the long-term starting center job for Miami. But for the time being, they’re not in a position to turn away Tyler Linderbaum.
52. New Orleans Saints: Desmond Ridder, QB, Cincinnati
If the Saints’ quarterback ambiguity lingers into 2022, they may seek to add more talent. Desmond Ridder has first-round athleticism and arm strength but Day 3 accuracy.
53. Dallas Cowboys: Tykee Smith, S, Georgia
Tykee Smith further emphasizes the theme of versatility for Dallas and boosts a secondary led by Donovan Wilson, Trevon Diggs, and Kelvin Joseph.
54. Atlanta Falcons: Darian Kinnard, OT, Kentucky
Kaleb McGary hasn’t yet earned long-term confidence, and Jake Matthews is getting older. The new regime may wish to start fresh. Certified behemoth Darian Kinnard can help.
55. Seattle Seahawks: Devin Lloyd, LB, Utah
At 6’3″, 230 pounds, Devin Lloyd has impressive size and athleticism. Beyond that, he’s a leader, communicator, and a solid football player.
56. Philadelphia Eagles: Zay Flowers, WR, Boston College
Zay Flowers may be on the small side, but the Eagles have no reservations with those kinds of receivers. With his explosiveness and dynamism, Flowers is worth it.
57. San Francisco 49ers: Erik Ezukanma, WR, Texas Tech
Erik Ezukanma may be the biggest WR sleeper in this class. He’s 6’3″, 220, with excellent run-after-catch ability and athleticism. Additionally, his contested-catch ability is stellar.
58. Cleveland Browns: Tyreke Smith, EDGE, Ohio State
Zach Harrison gets all the hype, but on the other side of Ohio State’s line, Tyreke Smith is exceptionally talented as well. He could potentially succeed Jadeveon Clowney in Cleveland.
59. Buffalo Bills: Jordan Davis, DT, Georgia
The Bills are due for modest turnover on the interior defensive line. Thus, adding Jordan Davis is a value move. Davis has a ton of untapped potential as a pass rusher.
60. Los Angeles Rams: Charles Cross, OT, Mississippi State
Andrew Whitworth and Rob Havenstein both have expiring deals in 2023. The Rams can get ahead of it all by adding Charles Cross — a long, natural tackle with exceptional upside.
61. Baltimore Ravens: Aidan Hutchinson, DL, Michigan
Aidan Hutchinson is a near-perfect fit for the Ravens’ hybrid front defense. He has the length and motor to provide utility both on the interior and on the edge.
62. Green Bay Packers: Emil Ekiyor, OG, Alabama
The Packers love power, and that’s exactly what Emil Ekiyor provides. He’s not as athletic as Elgton Jenkins, but like Jenkins, he has strong proportional length and grip strength.
63. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Tre’Vius Hodges-Tomlinson, CB, TCU
The Buccaneers love athletes at CB — see Sean Murphy-Bunting, Jamel Dean, and others. Tre’Vius Hodges-Tomlinson, while smaller, follows that theme. He can be great in the slot.
64. Kansas City Chiefs: John Metchie III, WR, Alabama
It makes complete sense that the Chiefs would get John Metchie III at the bottom of Round 2. Metchie’s ability downfield makes him a great addition to Andy Reid’s arsenal.