16. Atlanta Falcons
Javon Kinlaw | DL | South Carolina
This entire defensive line is in desperate need of help, outside of Grady Jarrett. There’s quality talent on the board at both the EDGE spot and along the interior, so the Falcons go with the best overall prospect in Kinlaw. His combination of size, versatility, and a nonstop motor make him one of the most promising defenders in this entire class, and a steal outside the top 15.
17. Dallas Cowboys
K’Lavon Chaisson | EDGE | LSU
The secondary needs help, but the value isn’t there at corner or safety compared to other positions of need. Dallas fortified the interior of their defensive line with veterans in free agency, but they still need an edge rusher to pair with DeMarcus Lawrence. Chaisson has the physical tools and upside to become a dominant player.
18. Miami Dolphins (from PIT)
Cesar Ruiz | OL | Michigan
After taking Tua, this pick has to be about building around him and keeping him protected. Offensive tackle is usually the pick here, but this class is deeper at tackle than it is along the interior. Ruiz is just 20 years old, and by far the best interior prospect in this draft. He’s athletic, smart and loaded with potential, and there are too many teams who could snatch him before the Dolphins get another chance at No. 26.
19. Las Vegas Raiders (from CHI)
Jeff Gladney | CB | TCU
The Raiders addressed their need at linebacker in free agency, so after filling their biggest offensive need with Jeudy at No. 12, they have to find a blue-chip corner with this pick. Gladney may not have the size of other top corners in this class, but he more than makes up for it with physicality, instincts, intelligence and ball skills.
20. Jacksonville Jaguars (from LAR)
Josh Jones | OT | Houston
After getting a top corner at No. 9 overall, the Jags could go wide receiver or defensive line here, but the dark-horse candidate is an offensive lineman. This unit needs an upgrade if Gardner Minshew is going to win games consistently, and this scenario gives them a solid building block in Jones, who quieted concerns about his level of competition with a strong week at the Senior Bowl.