8. Atlanta Falcons (from ARI)*
Derrick Brown | DL | Auburn
The Cardinals could use this pick to address any number of needs, including offensive tackle, receiver, and even interior defensive line if they want to take Brown themselves here.
But, this draft is deep at receiver, and D.J. Humphries’ return makes tackle less of an immediate need. Plus, they don’t have a second-round pick thanks to the DeAndre Hopkins trade, and could add one by making this move with the Falcons.
Everyone is talking about the Falcons wanting to trade up, and possibly seeking a corner like Florida’s CJ Henderson. But I think if Brown is still on the board here, he’s their target. He teams up with Grady Jarrett to give the Dirty Birds a formidable tandem at the heart of their defensive line.