2020 NFL Draft: Clint Lamb’s mock draft 2.0, picks 1-16

The 2020 NFL Draft is only weeks away, which means it’s time for another mock draft to keep the offseason busy. This is the 2.0 version of Clint Lamb’s mock, with the first edition being available here. The Alabama Crimson Tide is expected to have …

9. Jacksonville Jaguars – Derrick Brown, IDL, Auburn

Derrick Brown
Jan 1, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive tackle Derrick Brown (5) rushes the passer during the first quarter against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports

Previous pick: Isaiah Simmons, LB/S, Clemson

Analysis: While the Jaguars won’t have the option of teaming up Simmons with Myles Jack like in the first mock draft, they will have the option of giving Jack another dominate presence up front to take heat off the former UCLA linebacker.

Brown is an absolute terror on the interior of the defensive line, and he’s the perfect candidate to replace some of the run defense production left behind by the departed Marcell Dareus, who was released earlier in the offseason.

The difference? Brown will also be an impactful player getting after the quarterback.