11. Indianapolis Colts (from NYJ)*
Jordan Love | QB | Utah State
This may seem early for Love, but after a solid week at the Senior Bowl, he just might be the clear-cut QB4 in this year’s class. That being the case, don’t be surprised if a team like the Colts make a small move up the board to make sure they land him. Jacoby Brissett would be a solid bridge option while Love smooths out the rough edges in his game.
12. Las Vegas Raiders
Jerry Jeudy | WR | Alabama
The Antonio Brown experiment was a colossal failure, and now the Raiders find themselves still in need of a true No. 1 receiver. That makes this a perfect situation for Jon Gruden and company, who land arguably the best pass-catcher in this year’s deep class outside the top 10. Jeudy is as polished and pro-ready as I’ve seen any receiver prospect in recent years.
13. New York Jets (from IND)*
Tristan Wirfs | OT | Iowa
If Sam Darnold is going to live up to his full potential, the Jets need to find him a true franchise left tackle to keep him upright. Wirfs is a complete prospect who excels as both a pass protector and a run blocker, and would be an immediate upgrade for the Jets on either side.
14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Javon Kinlaw | DL | South Carolina
Tampa Bay’s defensive front was dominant in 2020, leading the NFL in rush defense and boasting the NFL’s sack leader. Still, the unit has a ton of expiring contracts, and veteran Ndamukong Suh’s spot could be most in need of filling. Kinlaw’s dominant tape was followed up by a fantastic performance in Senior Bowl practices, making him an ideal pick here.
15. Denver Broncos
Henry Ruggs III | WR | Alabama
Drew Lock already has his big, physical pass-catcher in Courtland Sutton, but he needs a big-play target with the speed to challenge defenses over the top and after the catch. Ruggs is a burner who can score every time he touches the ball, and would be a steal here after he runs as fast as we expect at the NFL Scouting Combine.