5 Alabama players in first round of latest 2021 NFL mock draft

Five Alabama players are projected to be drafted in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft according to Ryan Wilson of CBS sports.

9. Detroit Lions – Jaylen Waddle, WR

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Waddle unfortunately has likely played his last game in an Alabama uniform, but his season-ending ankle injury is not going to hurt his draft value. One of the most electric players in the nation, with speed and the ability to create separation, paired with an arm like Matt Stafford? The Lions could become one of the greatest shows on earth.

4. Dallas Cowboys – Patrick Surtain II

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Surtain is a leader and a play maker. Dallas needs both of those right now as their bismal record tells the tale. Wilson acknowledges Dallas‘ need for help in the secondary, and credits Surtain as his CB1 in this draft; a perfect match.