2020 NFL mock draft: 3-round projections after Wild Card weekend
Luke Easterling updates his three-round projections for the 2020 NFL draft following a crazy Wild Card playoff round
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11. New York Jets
Tristan Wirfs | OT | Iowa
Sam Darnold has had serviceable veterans at both tackle spots, but he needs a true blue-chip blocker who will keep him protected for the long haul. Wirfs is a polished, powerful prospect who has tons of experience against top talent, but is still just scratching the surface of his potential.
12. Las Vegas Raiders
Isaiah Simmons | LB | Clemson
This is a tough choice for the Raiders, who could use an explosive pass-catcher like Henry Ruggs III here, as well. This year’s receiver class is much deeper than the linebacker group, though, and Simmons’ rare combination of athleticism and versatility would make him a steal outside the top 10.
13. Indianapolis Colts
Jordan Love | QB | Utah State
There are big needs on both sides of the ball here, but no matter who the Colts would pick to fill them, they wouldn’t have the kind of impact that Love would have if he lives up to his potential. The Colts need a true difference-maker at the game’s most important position, and while Love is still a bit raw, he’s got all the tools to develop into a franchise passer.
14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
A.J. Epenesa | EDGE | Iowa
Quarterback will be the big question mark, but even if Jameis Winston doesn’t return next season, there’s not a quarterback worth taking here. Instead, the Bucs could look to reload a front seven that has tons of expiring contracts this offseason. Epenesa is a big, physical defender who can wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks and ball-carriers.
15. Denver Broncos
Javon Kinlaw | DL | South Carolina
This defense has one of the league’s best edge-rushing tandems, but it could use a difference-maker for the interior. A rare athlete for his size, Kinlaw is a versatile, disruptive defender who would wreak havoc while opposing offensive lines are focused on Von Miller and Bradley Chubb.