WORST PICKS
Atlanta Falcons | Clemson CB A.J. Terrell, No. 16 overall
The first head-scratcher of the night came when the Falcons selected Terrell. He played on a great defense at Clemson, but was viewed by many as a second-rounder, at best. There was some first-round buzz surrounding him, but what made it an even more strange selection is that K’Lavon Chaisson was sitting there. The Falcons did need a corner, but one could argue that help on the edge was a much larger need.
Las Vegas Raiders | Ohio State CB Damon Arnette, No. 19 overall
This again falls into the worst category due to taking a player ahead of where many analysts projected him. Yes, the Raiders needed another corner, even after signing Eli Apple. Arnette figures to be that No. 2 guy, but given the fact that players such as Jeff Gladney were available at the time, it doesn’t immediately look like the right move.
Philadelphia Eagles | TCU WR Jalen Reagor, No. 21 overall
The No. 1 need for the Eagles was without a doubt finding some pass catchers. Reagor definitely has some big-play ability as both a receiver and a return man, but it’s the receivers they passed up that make this an odd move. Justin Jefferson was mocked to Philly quite often, and it felt like a great fit. Reagor appeared to be destined for Day 2, so it feels like a bit of a reach to go with him over someone like Jefferson.
Seattle Seahawks | Texas Tech LB Jordyn Brooks, No. 27 overall
Brooks was a highly productive player for Texas Tech, but viewed as a Day 2 pick by most. Sitting around the top 50 spot on many boards, it came as a shock when Seattle made him the 27th overall pick. Patrick Queen would be available at that point, and many felt Queen was a better player. Seattle isn’t afraid to think outside the box, but it felt like too much of a stretch.
Miami Dolphins | Auburn CB Noah Igbinoghene, No. 30 overall
The Dolphins have already have Xavien Howard, and recently signed Byron Jones to a big-money contract. With all that money already locked up at the corner position, Igbinoghene makes little sense in the first round for them. They just selected their quarterback of the future, and he could have used help with a running back, with all of them still on the board here. Not to mention, there is that need at safety. With all of the safeties on the board, they could have made their pick. Igbinoghene may develop into a solid player, but using a first-rounder on a third corner feels like a waste of draft capital.
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