2020 NFL mock draft: Updated 4-round projections
Luke Easterling updates his early projections for the 2020 NFL draft, expanding his forecast to cover the first four rounds
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21. Dallas Cowboys | Yetur Gross-Matos | EDGE | Penn State
Taco Charlton flamed out after less than two seasons, so the Cowboys could be looking to take another swing on a first-round edge defender. Gross-Matos has come on strong in recent weeks, showing the potential that made him a preseason favorite.
22. Miami Dolphins (from PIT) | Laviska Shenault, Jr. | WR | Colorado
This pick has to be about helping Tua, so the Dolphins need to balance value along the offensive line versus what’s available at receiver. That should lead them to Shenault, a physical pass-catcher who excels at making big plays after the catch.
23. Kansas City Chiefs | D’Andre Swift | RB | Georgia
There are bigger needs on defense, but in this scenario, the Chiefs have the opportunity to give Patrick Mahomes and an already explosive offense the top running back in a loaded class. Swift is a complete prospect who would be a big-play machine in this situation.
24. Minnesota Vikings | CJ Henderson | CB | Florida
Offensive line is the popular pick here, but the Minnesota secondary has been disappointing this season, and Mike Zimmer loves spending early picks on athletic corners with upside. Henderson needs to improve his effort and technique as a tackler, but he’s got top-shelf cover skills.
25. Miami Dolphins (from HOU) | Jedrick Wills | OT | Alabama
After getting their franchise passer and a top pass-catcher, it’s time for Miami to look to the trenches and protect their investments in the skill positions. Wills is one of the fastest-rising prospects in this class, and would be a solid replacement for Laremy Tunsil.
26. Buffalo Bills | K’Lavon Chaisson | EDGE | LSU
A defensive coach like Sean McDermott should love the opportunity to add athletic, high-ceiling players to that unit. Chaisson still needs plenty of polish and a few pounds of quality bulk, but his explosiveness, athleticism and technique are the makings of a dynamic pass rusher.
27. Green Bay Packers | Kenneth Murray | LB | Oklahoma
This defense is among the league’s most improved units in many ways, but they still need a three-down, sideline-to-sideline playmaker at the second level. Murray brings the athleticism, physicality and finishing ability that the team is lacking at this position.
28. Seattle Seahawks | Paulson Adebo | CB | Stanford
The Seahawks have a type when it comes to corners, and Adebo is the perfect fit with his combination of size, length and physicality. The “Legion of Boom” rebuild is still underway, and this pick would go a long way toward completing it.
29. New Orleans Saints | Dylan Moses | LB | Alabama
A quarterback is tempting here, but there’s too much value at other positions of more immediate need. Moses suffered a knee injury just before the 2019 season began, but if he’s back to full strength, he would be an immediate upgrade at the heart of one of the NFL’s most pleasantly surprising defenses.
30. Baltimore Ravens | Jonathan Taylor | RB | Wisconsin
This rushing attack is already dangerous, but Mark Ingram won’t be around forever, so the Ravens should be targeting a potential replacement sooner than later. Justice Hill is a promising change-of-pace back, but Taylor’s complete skill set and physical running style would be too perfect to pass up here.
31. New England Patriots | Hunter Bryant | TE | Washington
Since Rob Gronkowski is having a big Super Bowl party instead of announcing his return to the Patriots, the defending champs might actually have to look for his replacement next offseason. Bryant is a matchup nightmare who would be a perfect fit.
32. San Francisco 49ers | Travis Etienne | RB | Clemson
This just seems unfair. Matt Breida and Tevin Coleman are a fantastic 1-2 punch in this backfield, but their contracts are expiring soon. Etienne’s explosiveness and three-down skill set would be the perfect match with a creative offensive coach like Kyle Shanahan.