OL Cesar Ruiz – Michigan
Analysis: Ruiz is a pick that would drive some fans crazy, while pleasing those who believe this team is a strong offensive line away from contending. Ruiz can play guard or center, and is a plug-and-play option that can improve this team both next season and beyond. Alex Mack may not be here in 2021, so replacing the Pro Bowl center with a polished lineman like Ruiz isn’t the craziest idea in the world.
It would be the world’s least sexy pick, especially after the team selected two first-round offensive linemen in last year’s draft. However, it’s not always about the flash, as the Falcons have learned after seeing what was supposed to be a high-powered offense sputter last season.
Video: Here’s Ruiz at center in a physical Big-10 battle against Iowa.