Using
the Draft Network's mock draft machine.
This draft was about getting players that fit the system and fill a role. Adding speed and explosion.
My preferred draft would have an X WR at pick 52. I think the Peart pick will cause a tough cut on the oline so I dont think drafting Oline is a smart move unless the player is very talented. None of these guys will be starters as rookies but all of them could fill valuable roles and earn decent amount of playing time. Let me know what you think.
Round 2 Pick 52 Joshua Uche, EDGE, Michigan.
Productive and athletic Edge. Add another young player with upside to the rotation. Keep the rushers fresh. Edge group needs more talent.
Round 3 Pick 84 Willie Gay, Jr., LB, Miss St
Some risk taking here. The ideal is he becomes the everydown, big ILB. Can cover and stop the run--incredible athlete. Some issues but upside is tremendous.
Round 3 Pick 104 Matthew Peart, OT, UConn
Developmental tackle that is powerful enough to play some guard as a rookie. Great movement skills poor technique. High upside.
Round 4 Pick 126 Akeem Davis-Gaither, LB, App Stt
Nickel down lb. I see Davis as a downfield attacking player with the ability to cover. My plan is to not have him read/react and have to shed. I want to use as a wildcard that makes the offense react. Ideally I would use him like a Derwin James/Jamaal Adams minus any FS.
