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Texas Longhorns Football: Mock Draft Monday

The latest mock draft roundup for the Texas Longhorns with Brandon Jones, Devin Duvernay, Collin Johnson and Malcolm Roach.

Our colleagues at the Draft Wire have released their latest mock draft. Luke Easterling has one Texas Longhorn in his latest three-round mock that has the Las Vegas Raiders landing safety Brandon Jones. Jones has frequently been the highest rated former Longhorn mocked through various media outlets.

80. Las Vegas Raiders: Brandon Jones

The addition of Jones would help bolster a defensive backfield that has added former Dallas Cowboy Jeff Heath and former Cleveland Brown Damarious Randall. While Randall has starter capability, Heath is more of a depth and special teams specialist for the Raiders. Brandon Jones would immediately get an opportunity to start for Paul Guenther’s defense.

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Devin Duvernay and Collin Johnson could sneak their way into day two of the NFL Draft during the compensatory part of round three. Bleacher Report’s Matt Miller actually mocked Duvernay to the Tennessee Titans with his latest mock draft at pick 93 in the third round.

The full breakdown of Miller’s mock for the Longhorns:

93: Tennessee Titans- Devin Duvernay

109: Detroit Lions- Brandon Jones

130: New Orleans Saints- Collin Johnson

241: New England Patriots- Malcolm Roach

 

 

2020 NFL Draft plans adjusted, public events canceled

As the CDC now recommends no public gatherings over 50 people, the NFL Draft committed to adjusting its plans.

Health and safety is undeniably the top priority. As the nation attempts to contain the sudden outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), numerous sporting events around the world have been canceled or postponed.

The Centers of Disease Control now recommends that Americans do not conduct gatherings of 50 or more people for the next eight weeks. Merely a day after this announcement, the 2020 NFL Draft committed to adjusting its plans.

The NFL Draft was scheduled to take place on April 23-25 in Las Vegas, Nevada. While the draft will still proceed without the typical public events or fans present, the league is still exploring innovative ways for how the process will be conducted.

It’s likely that all draft selections will be digital from remote locations. This shouldn’t impact NFL organizations from their usual selection process as they typically work from within the war room inside of their own headquarters. However, for some prospects, hearing your name called to the stage is a lifelong dream that unfortunately won’t materialize.

The Texas trio of safety Brandon Jones and wide receivers Collin Johnson and Devin Duvernay will be anxiously awaiting that special phone call.

2020 NFL Draft: Updated big board, Texas trio amidst Top 150

The Texas trio of Brandon Jones, Collin Johnson and Devin Duvernay each appeared on Draft Wire’s top 150 overall draft prospects.

The 2020 NFL Scouting Combine is officially underway.

Just prior to the prestigious invite-only event for the nation’s top draft prospects, our colleagues at the Draft Wire released an updated big board of prospect rankings for the 2020 NFL Draft.

The Texas trio of safety Brandon Jones and wide receivers Collin Johnson and Devin Duvernay were listed among the top 150 available players.

Although medical tests are crucial for players like Jones and Johnson who experienced injuries throughout the past year, one of the most important aspects of the Combine is the interview process. This could realistically improve the draft stock of all three former Longhorns, as they are each men who represent themselves with high character and impeccable work ethic.

No. 108 | Brandon Jones | S

(Official Combine measurements for defensive players has not taken place yet)

Height: 6’0″

Weight: 205 lbs

Arms: TBD

Hands: TBD

Excellent tackling abilities, very physical style of play. As a team captain for the 2019 season, he led the team with 55 tackles. Jones can potentially start at strong safety at the next level. Rated the No. 6 safety in this class by Draft Wire.

No. 127 | Collin Johnson |WR

Height: 6’6″

Weight: 222 lbs

Arms: 31 3/4″

Hands: 9″

His lengthy frame is hard to miss each time he steps onto the field, but Johnson also showcases impressive route running. He has highlighted several acrobatic catches in clutch moments with Texas. After a notable Senior Bowl performance, Johnson is currently the No. 21 receiver in this class according to Sports Illustrated.

No. 140 |Devin Duvernay | WR

Height: 5’10”

Weight: 200 lbs

Arms: 30 5/8″

Hands: 9 1/2″

Duvernay was one of the most underrated players in 2019, did not miss a single game throughout his four-year collegiate career. The speedy slot receiver led the nation in both receptions and receptions per game. Rated the No. 14 overall receiver in this draft class according to CBS Sports.

Texas’ Brandon Jones among best safeties available in the NFL Draft

Former Texas safety Brandon Jones is listed as a top 10 player at his position ahead of the 2020 NFL Draft.

There’s no shortage of talent available in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Texas’ highest-rated prospects are safety Brandon Jones and wide receivers Collin Johnson and Devin Duvernay. The trio were invited to the Senior Bowl, but Jones was unfortunately unable to attend due to injury.

Although missing the Senior Bowl didn’t appear to hinder Jones’ draft stock, it would have been a great opportunity to improve it. Jones will now only have the chance to impress NFL scouts and executives at the NFL Combine and Pro Day.

Widely projected to be a top 100 selection in the 2020 NFL Draft, Jones is considered a top 10 player at his position according to Draft Wire’s Luke Easterling.

Our colleagues at the Draft Wire recently ranked the top safeties available ahead of April’s draft, Jones landed at the No. 6 spot. The fourth-year defensive back appeared in 42 career games for Texas, making 31 starts.

He’s just as impressive off the field as he is on it, being one of six Longhorns elected by teammates as a team captain for the 2019 season and a member of the Big 12 Commissioner’s Honor Roll.

As a senior, Jones started eight games for the Longhorns, where he led the team with 55 tackles. The 6-0, 205-pound do-it-all safety finished his Texas career with 202 total tackles.

Jones’ best trait is the physical style of play that he showcases each time he steps onto the field, he oftentimes punishes receivers with powerful hits. He is a relentless player with exceptional tackling abilities who can potentially start at strong safety at the next level.