The 2020 NFL offseason is set to begin next week as teams will start signing veteran free agents. Expect some of the league’s biggest stars to switch teams and for multiple trades to occur over the next two weeks.
But today, we look at a pre-free agency mock draft that features a big trade inside the top 10 of the draft. So without further ado, let’s get to the mock draft!
1. Cincinnati Bengals: QB Joe Burrow, LSU
While there has been some uncertainty regarding where the Bengals may go with the first-overall selection, Joe Burrow is simply the best player in this draft. He should thrive in Zac Taylor’s offense with the number of weapons at his disposal.
2. Washington Redskins: DE Chase Young, Ohio State
The Redskins will surely get several offers for this pick from quarterback-needy teams, but they stay put and draft the best non-quarterback in the class in Chase Young. With an established defensive line, the Redskins add an elite pass rusher that could help them become one of the top defenses in the league rather quickly.
3. Los Angeles Chargers (via trade): QB Tua Tagovailoa, Alabama
The first big trade of the draft occurs at No. 3 as the Chargers jump ahead of the Miami Dolphins to select Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. The move likely costs the Chargers two second-round picks over the next two seasons, but Tagovailoa is an elite quarterback prospect that could turn around a franchise.
5. Miami Dolphins: OT Mekhi Becton, Louisville
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is off the board, which leaves Justin Herbert and Jordan Love at quarterback. Instead of reaching on one of those passers, the Dolphins will draft the best offensive tackle available to help protect Ryan Fitzpatrick in 2020.
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