6. Los Angeles Chargers
Isaiah Simmons | LB | Clemson
With the top three quarterbacks already off the board, the Bolts switch gears here and opt for the best available player over their biggest position of need. Simmons is a rare defender who can line up anywhere on the field and make a huge impact, and the Chargers would do well to maximize his versatility instead of trying to pigeonhole him into one specific position.
7. New York Giants (from CAR)*
Andrew Thomas | OT | Georgia
Another dream scenario for a team trading down, as the Giants get additional picks to move down three spots and still have their pick of this year’s top offensive tackle prospects. Other names have been challenging Thomas in recent weeks, but at the end of the process, I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s still the first tackle off the board.
8. Arizona Cardinals
CeeDee Lamb | WR | Oklahoma
This may surprise some, seeing Lamb come off the board before Alabama’s Jerry Jeudy, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see some teams have them graded in that order. One such team could absolutely be the Cards, who would love to pair Lamb with his college quarterback, Kyler Murray. This tandem could make the same kind of magic they did in Norman.
9. Jacksonville Jaguars
Derrick Brown | DL | Auburn
Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy is tempting here, but the Jags desperately need to improve their rush defense, and the receiver class is extremely deep this year. That makes them opt for Brown, a monstrous force who is a huge bargain at this pick. His rare combination of size, athleticism and power would be the perfect blend of need and value here.
10. Cleveland Browns
Jedrick Wills | OT | Alabama
There’s no denying the amount of talent this offense has at the skill positions, but it’ll be all for naught if the Browns don’t improve their offensive line in a big way this offseason. Wills has been a fast riser throughout this season, and could easily be off the board by this pick. If he’s not, he’d be the perfect blend of need and value for Cleveland.