16. Atlanta Falcons
K’Lavon Chaisson | EDGE | LSU
This entire defensive front needs help in a bad way, as the Falcons have failed to generate any sort of formidable pass rush. This pick is about finding the best value, whether it’s along the interior or on the edge. Chaisson is an explosive rusher with great technique, and would be a perfect pick to either push or supplant Vic Beasley or Takk McKinley.
17. Dallas Cowboys
Xavier McKinney | S | Alabama
Another defense with multiple holes to fill this offseason, the Cowboys need help up front and in the secondary at all levels. While some might project LSU’s Grant Delpit here, don’t be surprised if McKinney is the first safety off the board instead. His combination of athleticism, physicality, intelligence and versatility would make him the ideal pick here.
18. Miami Dolphins (from PIT)
Mekhi Becton | OT | Louisville
If you’re going to hand your franchise to a young quarterback with injury concerns, you’d better do everything in your power to protect him. To that end, the Dolphins spend their second first-round pick on this massive mauler. Becton is a rare athlete for his size, and will likely end up coming off the board much earlier once draft weekend rolls around.
19. Las Vegas Raiders (from CHI)
Kenneth Murray | LB | Oklahoma
After filling their biggest offensive need earlier in the first round, the Raiders turn their attention to the same task on defense. Murray is a three-down playmaker who excels in every area of the game, making him exactly what the Raiders need at the heart of their defense. His vocal leadership and nose for the big play will make him an instant fan favorite.
20. Jacksonville Jaguars (from LAR)
Kristian Fulton | CB | LSU
The Jags got this pick as part of the Jalen Ramsey trade, so why not use it to draft his replacement? While LSU freshman standout Derek Stingley, Jr. got plenty of press this season (and with good reason), Fulton’s play should not be overlooked. He’s big, physical, and has been tested by some of the nation’s elite pass-catchers, making him well worth the investment at this spot.