Mock Draft Round Up 16

CBS Josh Edwards (5. CB Jeff Okudah:  Detroit is able to trade down, acquire more picks and land their initial target. It is a win-win for Dan Quinn and Matt Patricia. Okudah is a really fluid cornerback but his willingness to contribute in run support is what makes him a great prospect.) (2-14-20):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2020-nfl-mock-draft-tua-goes-no-3-after-trade-up-cowboys-make-a-splash-packers-add-receiver-for-rodgers/

CBS Will Brinson (3. CB Jeff Okudah:  The Lions could go QB here in theory or auction off the pick (I think the latter is more likely), but they also need to win now and so they add a player in Okudah who can help improve their defense immediately.) (2-13-20):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2020-nfl-mock-draft-browns-trade-odell-beckham-to-patriots-chiefs-land-star-running-back/

CBS Chris Trapasso (3.  CB Jeff Okudah:  The defender routinely mocked to the Lions, but two picks later and with extra picks in tow. Good stuff here by Detroit. Okudah is the best man-to-man cornerback in this class by a wide margin.) (2-12-20):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2020-nfl-mock-draft-dolphins-trade-up-for-tua-tagovailoa-jets-draft-henry-ruggs/

Draftwire (5. Detroit Lions - CB Jeff Okudah:  This is a fantastic scenario for the Lions, who trade back a couple of spots, get an extra first-round pick, and still land the player they likely would have taken at their original spot. Okudah is by far this year’s top corner prospect, and would team up with Darius Slay to give Detroit one of the league’s best tandems at a premium position. Don’t rule out Auburn defensive lineman Derrick Brown here, either.  26. Detroit Lions (from HOU via MIA)* Yetur Gross-Matos:  After moving down and getting a blue-chip corner in the top five, the Lions can now use the first-round pick they received in our projected trade to address their desperate need for front-seven help. Gross-Matos is a well-rounded prospect who may not be as flashy as some other defenders in this class, but he’s a pro-ready player who will make an immediate impact.) (2-12-20):  https://draftwire.usatoday.com/2020/02/12/2020-nfl-mock-draft-post-super-bowl-projections-with-trades/5/

Draft Tek (3. CB Jeff Okudah:  "Y'all number too low". That's a direct quote from star cornerback Darius Slay via Twitter regarding public discussion of his contract situation. In the tweet, Slay was responding to a comparative list that showed the top paid corners in the NFL (per-year average), which included names like Xavien Howard, Josh Norman, Trumaine Johnson, and Xavier Rhodes, who are all in the $15M-per-year range. Slay replied to former teammate Quandre Diggs who suggested $17M with, of course you guessed it, the "surprised eye" emojis. What a day and age we live in where athletes can give us hints as to their intentions via social media (insert "facepalm" emoji). If Slay were to receive this now-rumored $17M-per-year contract he may be seeking, he would become the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL, but has he earned that?  Slay has been nothing short of stellar in his time here in Detroit, consistently totaling double digit pass breakups since 2015 (10, 10, 13, 12, and 13 in 2019), all the while locking down opposing #1 wideouts week-in and week-out. If anything, he has been one of the more underrated CBs in the game due to the Lions' mediocre play as a whole. Given his current average yearly salary of $12M (14th in the league among other cornerbacks) it would be safe to say he has earned a bump in pay.  The problem for Detroit in this situation is that the "win-now" mandate has given more negotiation leverage to Slay. There is an "air of desperation" that comes from mandates like the one laid down by owner Martha Ford. In a year where the Lions have around $50M in cap space that they could easily pour money into other needed positions, throwing money at a soon-to-be 30-year-old cornerback who may be using the situation to his own advantage isn't the most ideal place to be in.  Regardless of how this Slay contract negotiation ends up, Detroit should be looking to "replace" their star defender at some point. If Slay does remains a Lion, whether with his current 1-year deal or by an extension, the opportunity to invest in a mini-Slay for the years to come would be wise. - Doug Hyde, Lions Analyst  35. G Tyler Biadasz:  All is quiet on the Graham Glasgow front as Darius Slay's contract rumors are beginning to swirl and take over headlines. Unlike Slay, Glasgow is slated to hit free agency this season if the Lions do not re-sign him. In some circles, it would be a travesty if GM Bob Quinn elects to show Glasgow the door as the 2016 RD3 selection has been nothing but solid, steady, versatile, and quietly productive. In fact, since 2017, Glasgow has only missed 1 game due to injury and has started 58 games on the line in 62 career appearances. Furthermore, Glasgow proved his versatility and team-first mentality by moving to Guard in 2019 when Frank Ragnow shifted to Center. The move resulted in Glasgow's best season statistically, as he did not allow a single sack. For a team that has a "win-now" mandate, protecting Matthew Stafford should be a major goal in 2020.  So where does Wisconsin's mauler Tyler Biadasz fit into this equation? If Glasgow truly is done as a Lion, Biadasz would fill the void left by Glasgow. Biadasz's versatile at Guard and Center, and provides a boost to the running game, as it's his specialty. If Glasgow does return, Biadasz would still be an upgrade over Kenny Wiggins and Oday Aboushi. Either way, Biadasz would fill a gap to assist both the running game and keeping their playoff hopes literally upright in Stafford. - Doug Hyde, Lions Analyst  67. ILB Malik Harrison  106. QB Jacob Eason. 149.  DT Jason Strowbridge.  172.  DE DJ Wonnum. 182. S JR Reed) (2-12-20):   https://www.drafttek.com/2020-NFL-Mock-Draft/2020-NFL-Mock-Draft-Round-1.asp

MLive Kyle Meinke (3. Ohio State DE Chase Young: Nobody stands to benefit from a run on quarterbacks more than Detroit, which already has a franchise quarterback playing at a high level. Of course, it still lost 12 games last year because of a near-historically bad defense. There was no bigger reason for that than their pass rush, which was among the league’s worst. This defense won’t work without better peformances up front, and Young just so happens to be the best pass rusher in this draft. Hell, he might be the best defensive prospect overall. As long as you have a quarterback in place, you don’t pass up the opportunity to lock in a playmaking pass rusher on a cost-controlled contract like this. Detroit won’t.) (2-11-20):  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2020/02/kyle-meinkes-2020-nfl-mock-draft-10-lions-land-ohio-state-star-chase-young.html

Walterfootball (3.  Detroit Lions - DE Chase Young:  The Lions would be foolish to even wait a whole second to submit their card if they have a chance to obtain Chase Young. He would fill a huge need, and he'd be a steal as the best player in the 2020 NFL Draft class at No. 3 overall.  Young enjoyed a breakout season in the wake of Nick Bosa's injury in 2018, and has been very dominant this year. He's a very athletic edge player with great size (6-5, 265), and he won't get out of the top three, barring injury.  35. DT Ross Blacklock:  I discussed Derrick Brown being a possibility for the Lions, depending on what happens in free agency. If they don't take Brown, perhaps Raekwon Davis or Ross Blacklock will be an option atop Round 2.  Ross Blacklock has underrated athleticism at his massive size (6-3, 329).  67. S Antoine Winfield: The Lions traded Quandre Diggs, which did not sit well in the locker room. Here's a replacement for him. Antoine Winfield is a ball-hawking play-maker. This Web site is so old that we used to write about his dad!  99. QB James Morgan:  The Lions could stand to add a young quarterback to groom behind Matthew Stafford.  James Morgan has made a name for himself by being the best quarterback at the East-West Shrine, by far.  131. CB Samuel Stanford:  The Lions could address their secondary as early as No. 3 overall with Jeff Okudah. If they trade down or land Chase Young, they'll have to find another cornerback later in the draft.  155. RB Ke'Shawn Vaughn:  The Lions can't really trust Kerryon Johnson, so perhaps they'll use a mid-round pick on a running back. Ke'Shawn Vaughn has great strength to run through defenders.) (2-11-20):  https://walterfootball.com/draft2020.php

PFF Mock Draft (5. CB JEFFREY OKUDAH, OHIO STATE:  The Lions add an extra first-rounder and still get their guy. Okudah was tailor-made to play in a man-heavy defense like Matt Patricia’s. He allowed only 12 first downs and one touchdown last season.  22. QB Jordan Love:  The Lions got the added first-rounder for the No. 3 overall pick and can stand to take some swings for the fences because of it. They come back up and jump other teams with veteran quarterbacks who could be in the mix for Love’s services. Love finished top-five in both big-time throws and turnover-worthy plays this past season. That’s the definition of a high-risk, high-reward prospect.) (2-11-20):   https://www.pff.com/news/draft-pff-2020-nfl-mock-draft-dolphins-trade-tua-tagovailoa

NFL.com MJD (3. CB Jeff Okudah:  Detroit gets the most talented cornerback in this draft class to pair with three-time Pro Bowler Darius Slay, assuming he remains a Lion this offseason.) (2-11-20):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001101731/article/maurice-jonesdrew-nfl-mock-draft-10-chargers-replace-rivers

CBS RJ White (3. DT Derrick Brown:  The Lions can use help at a lot of positions, and could even consider going QB here. But Brown gets the edge over Jeff Okudah due to the completeness of his game, and the Lions are losing a lot of snaps at DT to free agency.  35. CB Bryce Hall:  The Lions signaled their willingness to jump on this type of zone-first corner when they signed Justin Coleman last year, and Hall looks like a long-term starter in the league if he can find the right schematic fit.  67. WR Donovan Peoples-Jones:  The Lions have two studs at receiver but depth behind the pair has been a problem, plus Marvin Jones is set to hit free agency after 2020. Peoples-Jones wasn't able to reach his ceiling in the Michigan offense but he's capable of making an early impact.) (2-11-20):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/three-round-2020-nfl-mock-draft-cowboys-land-tight-end-patriots-add-playmakers-three-qbs-taken-on-day-2/

CBS Ryan Wilson (13. DE K'Lavon Chaisson:  The Lions' D-line ranked 31st in getting after the quarterback, according to Football Outsiders, and the entire defense ranked 29th in pass rush. Chaisson is explosive off the edge, though he'll likely need to gain some weight.) (2-10-20):   https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2020-nfl-mock-draft-dolphins-and-two-other-teams-trade-up-to-take-franchise-quarterbacks/

Yahoo Eric Edholm (3. CB Jeff Okudah:  How about that? Three picks, three straight members of the 2017 Buckeyes.  In our previous mock, we had Auburn DT Derrick Brown at this spot. Our estimation is that the Lions have three options right now: trade down (for a Tua team), or stay put and take either Okudah or Brown. And depending on how far they move down, the Lions might be able to have their cake and eat it, too.  But in this scenario, the Lions nab the best cover man in the draft. With Darius Slay’s future in Detroit unclear, it would make a lot of sense.  35.  RB D’Andre Swift) (2-10-20):  https://sports.yahoo.com/precombine-nfl-mock-draft-5-quarterbacks-land-in-rounds-1-and-2-143615177.html

Rotoworld Thor Nystrom  (3. LB Isaiah Simmons:  I refuse to list Simmons as a linebacker – he’s a defensive weapon. You don’t draft him to play a traditional off-ball role. You draft him to move him all over the place, erase opponents, and tick off opposing offensive coordinators. The Lions are no doubt hoping Chase Young falls. If he doesn’t, Detroit really should take Miami’s Tua offer (or whoever has decided to buck up). Because the Lions don’t have one defensive need, they have a pride of them.  You wouldn’t argue with Jeffrey Okudah here, but Simmons’ ability to be deployed off-ball, on the edge, in the slot, and at safety feels like a better fit in a two-for-one special kind of way.  35. Mississippi State CB Cam Dantzler:  A long, explosive, suffocating corner from the SEC who figures to rise during the process. Dantzler (6’2/185) is skinny, but he’s an aggressive, fight-you-for-it type made for press coverage. He’d be a target of mine if I needed a corner early in Round 2. I wouldn’t wait much longer. Dantzler has enough high-level tape against top-notch competition that he shouldn’t drop outside the top-40, lack of hype right now notwithstanding.  67.  Michigan EDGE Josh Uche:  The Lions, in need of edge help, shop local with Uche, who piled up 25 hurries, 13 hurries and eight sacks in 206 pass-rushing attempts last year. That was good for an elite 91.4 PFF pass-rushing grade. Uche will drop a little because of size limitations (6’1/241), a foot fracture and torn meniscus in his past, and a game that is overly-reliant on athleticism over technical know-how.) (2-10-20):  https://www.rotoworld.com/article/mock-drafts/thor-nystrom-mock-draft-day-1 and Day 2 - https://www.rotoworld.com/article/mock-drafts/thor-nystrom-mock-draft-day-2?page=0

Walterfootball Charlie (3. DT Derrick Brown:  Detroit's defense has been a massive disappointment this season. A'Shawn Robinson and Mike Daniels are entering free agency and may not be re-signed. Here's a versatile defender who could dominate between Snacks Harrison and Trey Flowers.  Brown has 50 tackles with four sacks, four passes batted and two forced fumbles in 2019. Against Oregon and Texas A&M, he was very disruptive and made a lot of superb plays that showed off his tremendous skill set.  Brown totaled 48 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 10.5 tackles for a loss and one forced fumble in 2018. Teams sent consistent double teams at him, but he still managed to stuff runs and cause disruption. Brown also has the quickness to fire into the backfield and pressure the quarterback from the interior. The 6-foot-5, 316-pounder contains a ton of upside and is just scratching the surface of what he is capable of doing.  Brown (6-5, 316) had an impressive 2017 season, playing well down the stretch when Auburn made a run into the SEC Championship. He totaled 56 tackles with 3.5 sacks, nine tackles for a loss, one pass broken up and two forced fumbles on the year.  35.  CB Damon Arnette: Teez Tabor was a bust, and the Lions could use more corner talent to go with Darius Slay.  Arnette has possessed an excellent skill set for years, but he only finally put it all together as a senior. In 2019, he totaled 35 tackles with eight passes broken up, an interception and a forced fumble. The 6-foot, 195-pounder has good size, and sourced data has him running a 4.40-second time in the 40-yard dash. Arnette can really cover and compete with receivers, plus is a willing tackler. However, Arnette has some off-the-field issues and teams have character concerns with him. Thus, he could go as high as late in the first round or slide well into the second day of the 2020 NFL Draft, depending on how teams feel about those character issues.  Arnette totaled 40 tackles and six passes batted and an interception in 2018. Team sources felt he was best to return to Ohio State for 2019 because he needed to improve on his discipline and show more instincts. Arnette made the wise decision to go back to campus rather than enter the 2019 NFL Draft. In 2017, he totaled 44 tackles with eight passes broken up and two interceptions.  67.  RB Josh Kelley:  The Lions could use another running back in case Kerryon Johnson gets hurt again.  Kelley (5-11, 214) had an impressive week of practice at the Senior Bowl, showing off the skill set to be a three-down starter. The talented back went under the radar in 2019, but multiple team sources have said Kelley impressed them at the Senior Bowl. In Mobile, he showed he has a good build to him with quickness, cutting ability, and natural instincts. Kelley also could contribute on third downs, so he could develop into a three-down starter in the NFL. He had a really good week in Mobile after averaging 4.6 yards per carry for 1,060 yards and 11 touchdowns in 2019. He had 11 receptions for 71 yards and a touchdown as well.  Kelley started out his college career at UC Davis, where he totaled 1,139 yards and seven touchdowns over two seasons. He sat out 2017 after transferring, and then had a breakout year for the Bruins in 2018, averaging 5.5 yards per carry for 1,243 yards and 12 touchdowns. Kelley took 27 receptions for 193 yards as well.) (2-10-20):  http://walterfootball.com/draft2020charlie.php

NFL RealGM (3. Detroit Lions: Chase Young, EDGE, Ohio State. Lions fans--and I’m one of them--get their fantasy fulfilled. Young is the perfect player to fix Detroit’s biggest need, someone who can generate pass rush on his own and dictate blocking schemes.) (2-7-20):  https://football.realgm.com/analysis/3249/2020-NFL-Mock-Draft-Version-20-The-Rise-Of-The-OL

Dave Birkett Mock Draft (3. CB Jeff Okudah, Ohio State – The draft starts at three, and since I’m not projecting trades for now, the Lions are left to pick between Tagovailoa and three of the best defensive players in the draft. Derrick Brown and Isaiah Simmons would be worthwhile selections, but cornerback is arguably the second most important position on the field and Okudah is a future star.) (2-6-20):  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2020/02/06/dave-birkett-mock-draft-detroit-lions-defense-tua-tagovailoa/4666575002/

SI Mock Draft (5.  CB Jeff Okudah:  ***PROPOSED TRADE*** 5. Detroit: Jeffrey Okudah, CB, Ohio State (Proposed trade: Miami sends 5th, 39thand 70th overall picks to Detroit for the 3rd overall pick):  This would be a no-brainer trade-back scenario for Detroit as they get the prospect I slotted to them in my previous mock and add two Day 2 picks. Not only were the Lions tied for a league-low seven interceptions in 2019, but Darius Slay is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2020 season. Leading the Buckeyes with three interceptions in 2019, Okudah is a complete corner with an ideal blend of size (6’ 1”, 200 pounds), athleticism and fluidity to develop into a shutdown corner at the next level.) (2-6-20):   https://www.si.com/nfl/2020/02/06/nfl-mock-draft-2020-trade-up-tua-tagovailoa

ESPN's McShay Mock Draft (3. CB Jeff Okudah) (2-4-20):   https://www.mlive.com/lions/2020/02/espns-todd-mcshay-sticking-with-cb-jeff-okudah-to-detroit-lions-in-latest-mock-draft.html

USA Today Middlehurst-Schwartz (3. Lions — Jeffrey Okudah, CB, Ohio State:  The draft might really start here as it's easy to envision other teams inquiring about this selection. But let's save the trade speculation until this whole process unfolds at least a bit more. Okudah would clearly bolster the league's worst pass defense, one that's set to lose Pro Bowl CB Darius Slay to free agency a year from now.) (2-4-20):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2020/02/04/nfl-mock-draft-2020-super-bowl-first-round-jordan-love/4621511002/

CBS Tom Fornelli (12. CB Kristain Fulton:  If the Lions stay at No. 3 they'd probably take Okudah. In my mock they trade down and still get a top corner in Kristian Fulton and pick up an extra first-round pick.  19. WR Jerry Jeudy:  The Lions use the second first-rounder they pick up from Oakland to give Matt Stafford another tool in the passing game. Jeudy is not big, but he's such a terrific route-runner. He reminds me of former Colts WR Marvin Harrison.) (2-4-20):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2020-nfl-mock-draft-raiders-take-tua-tagovailoa-after-trade-with-lions-dolphins-find-qb-late-in-first-round/

NFL.com Chad Reuter (3. CB Jeff Okudah:   Okudah's speed, size, and length offer a rare combination at the position. The Lions allowed a league-worst 284.4 pass yards a game in 2019 and tied for the fewest interceptions in the league (seven).  35. WR Laviska Shenault.  67. Solomon Kindley) (2-3-20):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001101022/article/threeround-2020-nfl-mock-draft-10-dolphins-pass-on-tua

Detroit News Justin Rogers (3. DT Derrick Brown:  Ideally, the Lions are able to trade down from this spot, pick up some extra draft equity and still get one of the top defenders on their board. Staying put, the polished and productive interior lineman fills one of Detroit’s biggest needs, which only becomes more glaring if “Snacks” Harrison retires.) (2-2-20):   https://www.detroitnews.com/picture-gallery/sports/nfl/lions/2020/02/03/justin-rogers-2020-nfl-mock-draft-1-0/4597618002/

Sporting News (3. CB Jeff Okudah:  Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn need to think about the best defensive player available, and drafting a cornerback to support Darius Slay, who's going into his age-29 season, isn't a bad route. Okudah, an elite ball hawk at 6-1, 200 pounds, has the build to handle receivers of all sizes. He is fluid and quick enough with great recovery skills in coverage to develop into a shutdown type with his strengths showing up in press man.) (2-2-20):   https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-mock-draft-2020-patriots-raiders-giants-bills-bucs-chargers/1ofg086jh3g601ctjfqskdlubz

NFL.com Lance Zielein Mock Draft (3. CB Jeff Okudah: Easy slot to fill with the Lions needing help opposite Darius Slay and Okudah possessing all the traits Matt Patricia could want.) (1-29-20):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001099512/article/lance-zierlein-nfl-mock-draft-10-raiders-pick-wr-jerry-jeudy

The Big lead Ryan Phillips (3. Detroit Lions: Jeff Okudah, CB, Ohio State:  This will be a prime spot for a trade, but Detroit's secondary is a mess and this is a spot where they could land a star at cornerback. Okudah is the best corner in the country by a considerable margin. He has the upside of a shutdown guy, which is exactly what the Lions need. A unanimous All-American in 2019, the 6-foot-1, 200-pound corner is an elite, lockdown corner a defense can build around.) (1-28-20):  https://www.thebiglead.com/posts/2020-nfl-mock-draft-joe-burrow-stays-at-no-1-top-10-sees-a-number-of-changes-01dzmejf4e6h

NFL.com Bucky Brooks Mock Draft (3. CB Jeff Okudah:  Detroit doesn't typically take corners on Day 1, but Okudah's game matches the Lions' scheme and fills their biggest defensive need.) (1-27-20):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001099246/article/bucky-brooks-2020-nfl-mock-draft-10-jordan-love-to-saints

Foxsports (3. LB Isaiah Simmons (2019 season stats: 8.0 sacks, 3 INTs, 8 passes defended, 104 total tackles):  The most versatile defender in the draft will probably have a huge impact on Trey Flowers and promising young LBs Jarrad Davis and Christian Jones.) (1-24-20):   https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/gallery/2020-nfl-mock-draft-joe-burrow-chase-young-tua-tagovailoa-number-one-pick-011520-2-012420

Mel Kiper Mock Draft (3. CB Jeff Okudah) (1-24-20):  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2020/01/detroit-lions-take-ohio-state-cb-jeff-okudah-in-mel-kipers-first-mock-draft.html

NFL.com Dan Jeremiah (3. CB Jeff Okudah:  Detroit could easily auction off this slot to those teams in search of a quarterback. If the Lions stick and pick, Okudah would provide a much-needed upgrade in their secondary.) (1-21-20):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001097592/article/daniel-jeremiah-2020-nfl-mock-draft-10-four-qbs-in-top-15

Draftcountdown (6. CB Jeff Odukah:  Considering they have one of the leagues worst pass defenses the Lions would be fortunate to find Okudah still on the board at this point. A unanimous five-star recruit coming out of high school, Okudah only had one career start entering his junior season due to the embarrassment of riches the Buckeyes have had at the cornerback position in recent years. Despite that modest experience Okudah was projected to be a Top 10 pick based mostly on potential. Not only did Okudah live up to those lofty expectations, he surpassed them. A big, fast and athletic cover guy, the physical tools were never in doubt with Okudah. Scouts wanted to see him make more plays in the secondary though and Okudah answered those questions in emphatic fashion. Okudah is arguably the first true shutdown corner to come along since Jalen Ramsey and is a better pro prospect than former teammates Marshon Lattimore (#11 overall in 2017) or Denzel Ward (#4 overall in 2018).) (1-20-20):   http://draftcountdown.com/mock-draft/2020-mock-draft/round-1-2020-mock-draft-1/

O'hara's Mock Draft 1.0 (3. Cornerback Jeff Okudah, Ohio State:  It's a tough choice at this point between Okudah and Brown. Brown can provide a penetrating interior force that the Lions lacked on any level in 2019. The lack of that presence is one reason the Lions had only 28 sacks, their fewest since 26 in 2016 and second fewest in the last 10 seasons.Okudah is a walk-in starter opposite Darius Slay – assuming Slay is back with the Lions in 2019. And if he isn't, cornerback will be an even a more pressing need.) (1-20-20):  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-s-mock-3-the-first-prediction

FTW (3.  Jedrick Wills Jr., OT, Alabama:  General manager Bob Quinn and coach Matt Patricia should open up phone lines to see if anyone wants to trade up to leapfrog the Miami Dolphins and take Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. If no one bites, the Lions could address a number of positions, but let’s give Detroit a complement to tackle Taylor Decker. Wills can help Patricia with a run-first offense, while protecting Matthew Stafford, who was enjoying one of his best seasons before suffering an injury.) (1-14-20):  https://ftw.usatoday.com/2020/01/2020-nfl-mock-draft

Tony Pauline (3. DT Derrick Brown:  This would be a major boost for the defensive line as Damon Harrison won’t last much longer and could possibly retire this offseason. Brown is a prospect I’ve gushed over the past two years and someone I graded as a top-12 pick a year ago before he decided to return to Auburn.  Presently listed third on my big board, Brown is a scheme versatile defender who can line up at multiple spots up front.) (1-13-20):   https://www.profootballnetwork.com/tony-pauline-pre-senior-bowl-nfl-mock-draft-raiders-saints-qb/

Round 1 Pick (22 CB, 4 DT, 4 DE, 2 LB, 1 OT):

21 CB Jeff Okudah
4 DT Derrick Brown
3 DE Chase Young
2 LB Isaiah Simmons
1 OT Jedrick Wills
1 CB Kristain Fulton
1 DE K'Lavon Chaisson

Round 1 Trade (1 DE, 1 WR, 1 QB):

1 DE Yetur Gross-Matos
1 WR Jerry Jeudy
1 QB Jordan Love

Round 2 Pick (3 CB, 1 WR, 1 DT, 1 RB, 1 G):

1 G Tyler Biadasz
1 CB Damon Arnette
1 CB Bryce Hall
1 CB Cameron Dantzler
1 DT Ross Blacklock
1 WR Laviska Shenault
1 RB D'Andre Swift

Round 3 (1 LB, 1 RB, 1 G, 1 S, 1 WR, 1 DE):

1 ILB Malik Harrison
1 S Antoine Winfield
1 RB Josh Kelley
1 G Solomon Kindley
1 WR Donovan Peoples-Jones
1 DE Josh Uche

Round 4 (2 QB):

1 QB Jacob Eason
1 QB James Morgan

Round 5 Pick 149 (1 DT,  1 CB):

1 DT Jason Strowbridge
1 CB Samuel Stanford

Round 5 Pick 172 (1 DE, 1 RB)

1 DE DJ Wonnum
1 RB Ke'Shawn Vaughn

Round 6 (1 S):

1 S JR Reed