It time for your weekly mock draft Monday roundup. We start with Jordan Reid of the Draft Network. He released his two-round mock draft that features a pair of currently Longhorns. Both of which are underclassmen which means no Sam Ehlinger featured this week. Reid does however, pick another Sam to be selected.
With the 18th pick the Indianapolis Colts select..
What Reid says
The team has a glaring hole at corner, but some thought that Anthony Castonzo may call it quits prior to the 2020 season. Even he himself said the thought crept in his mind, but in the end, he wound up signing a two-year, $33 million extension through 2022. It’s logical to think that that season may be his final one. Planning ahead, Chris Ballard takes his heir apparent a year in advance. A redshirt year behind an experienced veteran is a feasible plan entering the league as he must continue to add muscle mass on his frame, strength, and improve his technique as a pass protector.
The Colts might need to find a young quarterback first but also finding someone to protect him is a top priority. When it comes to positions on the football field, your left tackle is in the top five. It might be top two for some organizations. Samuel Cosmi has improved each year and he is looking to prove his worth once again. Cosmi to the Colts does make sense here.
With the 55th pick the Pittsburgh Steelers select
Reid has been one of the more vocal analysts in the NFL Draft community about Joseph Ossai. With that being said it comes as no surprise to see him pop up in this week’s mock draft roundup. Ossai moving to the “Jack” role will suit him as he looks to move to the next level. While he hasn’t shown that pass rush ability we thought we would see, he has the skillset. Also with T.J. Watt lined up on the other side, he would likely get a lot of favorable looks in that defense.