2019 NFL Mock Draft(June Edition)

2019 NFL Mock Draft

Nick Gaschler

And now we get to the next stage. The 2019 NFL Draft is a year away,
but that doesn’t mean coverage and projections starts 9 months from now.
Here I give my first 2019 NFL Mock Draft. The order is determined based on
my schedule projections for each team during the 2018 NFL Season. Enjoy!

1. Miami Dolphins-Drew Lock-QB-Mizzou

If the Tannehill experiment flops this year, the ‘Fins will be at the top of the board. In this case in a 3-way
battle for the top QB, Mizzou’s Drew Lock wins over Justin Herbert and Jarrett Stidham. I believe Lock
can be a good talent in the NFL and definitely make a difference.

2. Cincinnati Bengals-Justin Herbert-QB-Oregon

Andy Dalton’s mediocre run comes to an end as the Bengals select the exciting PAC-12 QB with
incredible measurables and a huge arm. Herbert has extreme potential and he could be a very elite
talent for the Cincinnati Bengals.

3. Cleveland Browns-Nick Bosa-DE-Ohio State

The Browns need a DE to pair with Myles Garrett after they passed up on Bradley Chubb and if Nick is
as any good as his brother Joey, he will be going high. He and Myles Garrett can wreck offenses in the
AFC North and beyond for years after this.

4. Arizona Cardinals-Ed Oliver-DT-Houston

Arizona’s disastrous QB situation puts them here and this is where Steve Wilks gets his guy. Ed Oliver is
probably the best player in this class and putting him in Arizona as an anchor on that line could be really
good for him and the Cardinals.

5. Chicago Bears-Dexter Lawrence-DT-Clemson

The Bears passed on both Jonathan Allen and Solomon Thomas in 2017 so grabbing a stud defensive
tackle wouldn’t be a bad idea here. Big Dex’s ability to dominate makes him one of the best players in
this class and we could see Fridge-like potential from him.

6. New York Jets-Greg Little-OT-Ole Miss

The Jets 4th season in 5 years picking in the top 10, it’s time to build around Sammy D to get out of the
Top 10 and I see Greg Little being an integral part of this. Little is an immense left tackle and he can
definitely be a big-time talent in the NFL.

7. Washington Redskins-AJ Brown-WR-Ole Miss

I don’t see the Redskins wideouts really developing well outside of Jamison Crowder and now AJ Brown.
The electrifying wideout can still be an excellent slot wideout and should be an insane addition for Alex
Smith and company.

8. New York Giants-Jarrett Stidham-QB-Auburn

The third musketeer in the QB class falls to 8 to replace Eli Manning. Stidham would be an incredible
football player with Saquon Barkley in the backfield and the other talent on offense in New York. he
would develop pretty quickly and turn into a star really fast.

9. Seattle Seahawks-Greedy Williams-CB-LSU

Greedy Williams could come in, work with Shaquill Griffin and strengthen the Seahawks secondary into
something great after his breakout season. The newest member of DBU would be very good in Seattle
and work to become a star quicker than expected.

10. Indianapolis Colts-Jonah Williams-OT-Alabama

Arguably the best tackle in the class, the Colts would be playoff contenders with Williams, Quenton
Nelson, Ryan Kelly, Braden Smith, and maybe Anthony Castonzo on the O-Line and Andrew Luck at
QB. This would be an obvious pick for Indy and make their offense elite.

11. Green Bay Packers(via NO)-Trey Adams-OT-Washington

Getting one of the best offensive tackle in the class would make Green Bay into a bigger threat than they
already are and makes their offensive line a lot more stable. No matter how much longer Aaron Rodgers
plays, Adams will be great for the next QB that comes in.

12. Los Angeles Chargers-Rashan Gary-DE-Michigan

I don’t feel Philip Rivers will do well and as much as the defense does stuff for the ‘Bolts, they just add to
it and make it better with Rashan Gary. Gary is a really good prospect and getting him at 12 would be
insane.

13. Buffalo Bills-Raekwon Davis-DT-Alabama

With Harrison Phillips being the likely successor in Buffalo to Kyle Williams, they snag Raekwon Davis
to fill in the spot left by Marcell Dareus. This is a serious pick that strengthens the Bills defense a lot and
someone Sean McDermott can work with.

14. Baltimore Ravens-Christian Wilkins-DT-Clemson

The Ravens could really use someone to pair with Brandon Williams on the defensive line and I believe
it could be Wilkins. Plug him at 3-4 DE or the 3-Tech DT, Wilkins will be a force on the defensive line
offensive coordinators will have to stop on Sundays.

15. Detroit Lions-Devin White-LB-LSU

The Lions really need a good linebacker to pair with Jarrad Davis and Devin White could be just the man
for the job. He’s borderline elite player in this draft and could be really good in Detroit as an ILB.

16. Atlanta Falcons-Clelin Ferrell-DE-Clemson

If Clelin Ferrell shows he can be a Day One guy over the season then this would be a good landing spot.
With Takk and Clelin on the front line and Vic Beasley and Deion Jones as LB’s, Atlanta’s front seven
could look pretty scary in the future.

17. Jacksonville Jaguars-Shaq Quarterman-LB-Miami(Fla.)

The Jaguars lost Paul Posluszny in the offseason to retirement and they still haven’t filled the hole at
MIKE linebacker so this year, they go after Shaq Quarterman one of the best inside linebackers in the
draft and get stronger on the defensive side of the football.

18. Oakland Raiders-DeAndre Baker-CB-Georgia

The Raiders add a reliable cornerback in DeAndre Baker to pair with Gareon Conley. They get a major
superstar to recreate their defense. Baker is going to be a senior in 2018 and he will likely be the 2nd
CB off the board. The Raiders finally make a good pick.

19. San Francisco 49ers-Bryce Love-RB-Stanford

Bryce Love is a talented RB and the 49ers weakest position is really RB so they target the Heisman
runner. I think he has really good slippery ability and should make the San Francisco 49ers a playoff
team, something they fell below of in 2018.

20. Carolina Panthers-Joe Jackson-DE-Miami(Fla.)

With Julius Peppers aging, I think Carolina has to start thinking about a new DE and Joe Jackson fits the
bill here. He’s incredibly impressive in Miami and he can be a huge impact for Carolina on the defensive
side of the ball. Keep an eye on Josh Allen from Kentucky as well.

21. Tampa Bay Buccaneers-Josh Allen-LB-Kentucky

Josh Allen is a really good linebacker and could end up being a really good fit for Tampa Bay if Kendell
Beckwith doesn’t perform up to the standards of a starting linebacker. He can play well and should be a
good player for the future.

22. Philadelphia Eagles-Michael Jackson-CB-Miami(Fla.)

The Eagles could use another cover corner is Sidney Jones doesn’t perform up to standards this year
which makes it possible that the Eagles draft a corner. Michael Jackson is likely the top corner on the
board and will be a good pick for Philly.

23. Tennessee Titans-Chauncey Gardner-S-Florida

Gardner is a top safety in this class and he would be a huge addition for the Titans in improving their
defense and pushing them further into the Playoffs. The offense is pretty much set, but now the defense
is set for the future with the big hitter in Gardner.

24. New England Patriots-David Sills V-WR-West Virginia

A new white guy to pair with the receiver core in New England, except this time he’s 6’4’’ and a big-time
playmaker for West Virginia. Sills can be a very productive receiver in New England and while there may
be better players on the board, this is a value pick for the Pats.

25. Kansas City Chiefs-Devin Bush-LB-Michigan

Kansas City let go of a great LB in Derrick Johnson and now they add a new big-time LB in Michigan’s
Devin Bush. The big hitter makes Kansas City’s defense good enough to become a big-time contender
and become a force again in the AFC.

26. Dallas Cowboys-Collin Johnson-WR-Texas

The Cowboys get a strong, big WR who can play really well. Collin Johnson can be the replacement for
a young core in Dallas that makes the offense a juggernaut like it was in 2016. The Cowboys are getting
a good receiver here and he should play well.

27. Green Bay Packers-N’Keal Harry-WR-Arizona State

The Packers play the Draft game well and draft a new WR in N’Keal Harry to replace Jordy Nelson. With
him, Davante Adams, and Randall Cobb still in the mix, this revitalizes the Pack offense with A-Rod.

28. Denver Broncos-Ryan Finley-QB-NC State

Case Keenum is signed down for 2 years, but they need a QB to develop behind him not named Paxton
Lynch or Chad Kelly. Ryan Finley has great potential and could be a Peyton Manning-type QB(play style wise) in Denver once again.

29. Minnesota Vikings-Beau Benzschawel-OG-Wisconsin

I mocked Will Hernandez to the Vikings in 2018 and they failed to get him so they go after Beau
Benzschawel a really good guard they can develop and put onto the line with Pat Elflein. This is a
quality pick they can take to improve their offense.

30. Pittsburgh Steelers-Zach Allen-DE-Boston College

The Steelers can get a really good defensive end that broke out at Boston College this season. He is
sure to continue his trend of growth and the Steelers could pull the trigger on him and add him to the
defensive line with TJ Watt and Cam Heyward.

31. Houston Texans-Deebo Samuel-WR-South Carolina

Sure it seems unlikely the Texans go the Super Bowl LIII, but if they do and lose, getting a quality WR
for their offense to pair with DeAndre Hopkins and Will Fuller could be crucial in winning the
championship. Deebo is one of my favorite players and he could go high.

32. Los Angeles Rams-Ahmmon Richards-WR-Miami(Fla.)

Sure the Rams superteam is great, but once they leave it’s all over so if I’m Les Snead I keep the young
pieces and let go of the older pieces while drafting replacements to develop them. Richards is a big
playmaker and he’s gonna be great.