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This is a great 7-round mock draft for Broncos

This is an excellent seven-round NFL mock draft for the Broncos.

In his latest seven-round 2020 NFL mock draft for Draft Wire, Luke Easterling has the Denver Broncos selecting South Carolina defensive lineman Javon Kinlaw with the 15th overall pick in the first round.

Star receivers Jerry Jeudy (No. 11; New York Jets), CeeDee Lamb (No. 12; Las Vegas Raiders) and Henry Ruggs (No. 13; San Francisco 49ers) were all off the board before Denver’s pick in Easterling’s mock.

After landing Kinlaw in the first round, the Broncos add receiver K.J. Hamler No. 46) in the second round. After that, Denver adds cornerback Amik Robertson (No. 77) and offensive tackle Matt Peart (No. 83).

So with their first four picks in Easterling’s mock, the Broncos address three big positons of need (receiver, cornerback and offensive line) after landing Kinlaw — a great value pick — in the first round. Not bad, not bad at all!

In the rest of Easterling’s mock, Denver goes on to select two more offensive linemen, a linebacker, a safety, an edge defender and another receiver. To view Draft Wire’s complete NFL mock draft, click here.

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Report: Louisiana Tech corner Amik Robertson had FaceTime meeting with Vikings, among other teams

Would you like to see cornerback Amik Robertson in a Vikings uniform in 2020?

It’s no secret that the Vikings’ depth at cornerback is questionable right now, and the team has been reportedly meeting with a draft prospect who could fill that void.

The Draft Network’s Jordan Reid reported that Louisiana Tech cornerback Amik Robertson has had FaceTime meetings with 19 teams, one of which was the Vikings.

Reid reported that Eagles, Jets, Panthers and Titans are some of the other teams that have met with Robertson.

Robertson is listed at 5-8, 187 pounds, so some are concerned how his size will translate to the NFL level. He could, however, possibly fill a positional need for Minnesota at the nickel, considering the Vikings’ nickel corner, Mackensie Alexander, signed with the Bengals in free agency.

Minnesota’s 2019 starters out wide at corner — Trae Waynes and Xavier Rhodes — also signed with other teams this offseason. So Robertson could compete for a spot out wide, and if he doesn’t get it, could always fill in at the nickel spot.

2020 NFL Draft: Most underrated prospects at every position

Luke Easterling’s picks for the most underrated prospects at every position in the 2020 NFL draft class

We’re two weeks away from the 2020 NFL Draft, and while there are plenty of top prospects getting their well-earned attention in the first-round conversation, others are flying under the radar.

Here are my picks for the most underrated prospects at every position in this year’s draft:

QUARTERBACK

Jalen Hurts | Oklahoma

It’s hard to imagine a player with Hurts’ resume being underrated, but he’s still not getting enough respect as a top quarterback prospect in this class. Hurts made huge improvements as a passer in his senior year, similar to what we saw from Dak Prescott in his final season at Mississippi State.

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Hurts has a similar skill set to Prescott, too, and has the ability to make a similar impact at the next level. Hurts should be in the second-round conversation after one of the most incredible careers of any college quarterback in history.

Runner-Up

James Morgan | FIU

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Broncos select OL Ben Bartch in 3rd round of new NFL mock draft

The Broncos select offensive lineman Ben Bartch in the third round of this 2020 NFL mock draft.

In his latest three-round 2020 NFL mock draft for Draft Wire, Luke Easterling has the Denver Broncos selecting St. John’s offensive lineman Ben Bartch in the third round with the 77th overall pick.

Bartch (6-6, 309 pounds) is a former tight end who transitioned to left tackle while in college. He earned MIAC Offensive Lineman of the Year honors following his senior season.

“He’s an enticing left tackle prospect who continues to evolve, but a step up in competition and a need for continued physical development will require patience and could determine whether his final calling is swing tackle or starter,” NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein wrote of Bartch.

Easterling has the Broncos selecting South Carolina defensive lineman Javon Kinlaw in the first round (No. 15) and Penn State wide receiver K.J. Hamler in the second round (No. 46) of his mock.

After selecting Bartch, Denver goes on to also add Oregon linebacker Troy Dye (No. 83) and Louisiana Tech cornerback Amik Roberton (No. 95) in the third round of Draft Wire’s mock.

To view Easterling’s complete three-round NFL mock draft, click here.

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3 cornerbacks Texans need to target in the 2020 NFL Draft

The Houston Texans are, once again, in need of a cornerback. The Texans Wire looks at three potential targets.

The 2020 NFL Draft is still on schedule, and the Houston Texans possess eight picks with three in the top-100.

One position group that coach and general manager Bill O’Brien’s side would be smart to target is cornerback, which has been something of an Achilles heel for the team the past few years. Despite having drafted four corners in the last three years alone, 2019 second-round pick Lonnie Johnson is the only selection remaining on the roster.

Here are three options for the Texans to look at, one second-round target, one mid-rounder, and one potential late-round steal.

2nd round, No. 40 overall: Jeff Gladney, TCU

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Standing at 5-10, 191 pounds, Gladney instantly catches the eye with his speed and ability to read the quarterback. A first-team all-Big 12 standout who notched up 14 pass breakups his senior year, the Texas native has the build and athleticism to be used both inside and out. Given O’Brien’s emphasis on versatility, this will surely appeal to the team especially given their tendency to draft from in-state. If they are to go for Gladney they would be wise to either use their 40th overall pick or possibly trade up to the early second.

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Broncos fill big positions of need in 2020 NFL mock draft

The Broncos fill four big positions of need in this 2020 NFL mock draft.

After making several big splashes in free agency, the Denver Broncos still have some big needs as the NFL draft approaches. Among the team’s top positions of need are wide receiver, cornerback, offensive line, inside linebacker and defensive line.

In his latest three-round NFL mock draft with trades, Draft Wire’s Luke Easterling has the Broncos filling four big needs. In the first round, Easterling has Denver trading up to pick No. 11 for wide receiver Henry Ruggs.

Later, Easterling has the Broncos selecting offensive lineman Ezra Cleveland (No. 46), cornerback Amik Robertson (No. 77) and linebacker Jordyn Brooks (No. 95). That’s a pretty great haul for Denver through the first three rounds and it fills some of the team’s biggest needs.

The Broncos would still need more help on the defensive line but the team would have four more rounds to address that position.

To view Draft Wire’s complete three-round NFL mock draft, click here.

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Eagles to host Lousiana Tech CB Amik Robertson on predraft visit

The Philadelphia Eagles will host cornerback Amik Robertson on a top-30 visit.

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Free agency is just one week away but NFL draft talk is all the rage around the league and teams have started their official predraft meetings or ‘Top-30 visits’ as it’s commonly referred to.

With starters, Jalen Mills and Ronald Darby set to be free agents, the Eagles could be looking for cornerback help via the open market and the draft process.

Mike Kaye of NJ.com is reporting that Eagles brass is set to meet with talented playmaking cornerback Amik Robertson of Louisiana Tech.

The Eagles have the opportunity to invite 30 prospects to the NovaCare Complex for designated pre-draft visits.

Robertson, a physical, ball-hawking cornerback, figures to play the slot in the NFL and is the type of player that could be on the Eagles radar.

Here’s an official scouting report on Robertson via NFL.com:

Smallish, outside corner with tremendous intensity, swagger, and toughness. Needs to handle the athletic challenges as a slot corner in the NFL. He gives rough rides to receivers trying to get away from his press before following it with route recognition and footwork to continue hounding his man. Physicality overtakes technique at times and he could struggle to mirror the release of savvy NFL slot receivers. The instincts and ball skills are rare and should translate to this level of competition in zone and man as long as he can shadow routes. Teams may worry about his size, but run support will not be a concern and Robertson could become a starting nickel as a Day 3 selection.

There have been hints of Avante Maddox moving from the slot to safety and Robertson could be the perfect replacement in the same mold as a player.

Robertson finished his collegiate career with 184 total tackles, 34 passes defended, 23 tackles for loss and 14 interceptions. He also accounted for four sacks, three defensive scores, and two forced fumbles.

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Giants trade back, select Mekhi Becton in latest NFL.com mock draft

The New York Giants trade back and select OT Mekhi Becton in latest NFL.com three-round mock draft.

In the latest NFL.com mock draft, analyst Chad Reuter has New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman doing something very uncharacteristic — trading back in the first round.

In Gettleman’s seven trips to the NFL Draft table, he’s never traded back. This year, with his pick — No. 4 overall — a hot ticket, he’ll be getting some offers to move back, and he’s going to have break precedent and pull the trigger.

In Reuter’s three-round mock, Gettleman flips picks in the first round with No. 5 Miami, picking up a second-round pick this year and a mid-rounder next year.

With the fifth pick, Reuter projects Gettleman will select massive Louisville offensive tackle Mekhi Becton after Miami takes Oregon quarterback at No. 4. The first three players Reuter sees being selected are LSU quarterback Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals), Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa (Washington Redskins) and Ohio State edge rusher Chase Young (Detroit Lions).

Becton over Clemson linebacker Isaiah Simmons? Why not? He’s a surer bet. Simmons might be the sexier pick here, but Becton fills a more pressing need and he’s do big and athletic he’ll be hard to pass up. Personally, I would have held out for one of Miami’s other two first-round picks (No. 18 or 26) instead of a second rounder.

In Round 2 at No. 36, the Giants snatch up Wisconsin edge rusher Zack Baun and Utah defensive tackle Leki Fotu at No. 56.

Defense, defense, defense. They need defense. Can’t really argue with this. Baun comes from a long list of solid Badger defenders and Fotu is a 6-foot-5, 335-pound specimen who ran a 5.15 40 at the Combine.

In Round 3, the Giants don’t have their pick (No. 68) having foolishly forked it over the Jets in the Leonard Williams deal, but Reuter has Big Blue grabbing Louisiana Tech cornerback Amik Robertson with the 101st pick, which is scheduled to be awarded to them when the league announces the compensatory draft picks.

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Full Browns post-combine mock draft

A 7-round mock draft for the Cleveland Browns following the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine

Now that the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine is over, it’s time to freshen up the Cleveland Browns mock draft choices.

These projections represent the choices I would make, with a nod to what I expect the Browns would consider realistic options as well. Without further ado…

First round, No. 10 overall

The pick: Tristan Wirfs, OT, Iowa

Wirfs is the second OT off the board in this mock, following Mekhi Becton to the Giants at No. 4. He played right tackle for the Hawkeyes and thrived as both a run blocker and pass protector. His outstanding athletic performance at the combine proves he can move to the left side if desired. Considering the Browns need major upgrades at both tackle spots, he’s an easy choice here.

Second round, No. 41 overall

The pick: Antoine Winfield Jr., safety, Minnesota

A natural playmaker with NFL bloodlines and local ties, Winfield is too obvious of a choice to ignore. The Browns don’t currently have anyone at safety who can come close to the productivity Winfield showed in 2019. Injury issues are indeed real, but so is the Pro Bowl potential.

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Third round, No. 74 and No. 90

The picks: Matt Peart, OT, UConn and Leki Fotu, DT, Utah

Building up the lines on both sides of the ball here. Peart is a smooth-moving left tackle who excelled at the Senior Bowl. He can handle the zone scheme the Browns expect to run under Kevin Stefanski. Fotu is the immovable object in the middle of the defensive line, though he does have some ability to disrupt in the backfield too.

Fourth round

The pick: Amik Robertson, CB, Louisiana Tech

A playmaking gnat of slot cornerback, Robertson stands just 5-8. That didn’t stop him in college from picking off 14 passes and consistently undercutting routes with his quickness and fast eyes. His size limits him to playing inside, but the Browns don’t have anyone on the roster who can do that right now.

The Browns do not currently have a fifth-round selection

Sixth round

The pick: Dustin Woodward, OL, Memphis

A four-year starter with experience at both center and guard, Woodward was an All-AAC performer the last two seasons. He’s undersized, playing in the 285 range, but he moves incredibly well. With agility and technique more important than bulk in the new Browns offense, he’s a good late-round fit.

Seventh round

The pick: Easop Winston, WR, Washington State

Winston was a wildly productive wideout in college in an offense familiar to what Baker Mayfield operated. He’s got some length and incredibly sticky hands, and Winston understands how to work back to the QB when things go off-schedule.

Broncos land CB Amik Robertson in 4th round of 2020 NFL mock draft

In this 2020 NFL mock draft, the Broncos select Louisiana Tech cornerback Amik Robertson in the fourth round.

In his latest four-round 2020 NFL mock draft for Draft Wire, Luke Easterling has the Denver Broncos landing Louisiana Tech cornerback Amik Robertson in the fourth round. Give that Chris Harris is set to become a free agent in March, it’s hard to imagine Denver waiting until the fourth round to land a potential replacement.

That’s not to say Robertson isn’t a good player, though. The 5-9, 183-pound cornerback totaled 184 tackles (including 23 tackles for losses), four sacks and 14 interceptions during his three years with the Bulldogs. Robertson also forced two fumbles, recovered two fumbles and scored three touchdowns on interception returns. He’s a play-making defensive back.

If Harris is re-signed and if Bryce Callahan returns to full health, the Broncos will have two good cornerbacks in 2020 but the team will need more depth. Robertson could be a candidate to serve as the team’s No. 3 CB next season.

In addition to Robertson, Denver also selects a defensive lineman, an offensive tackle, a wide receiver, a linebacker, an offensive lineman and an edge defender in Easterling’s mock. To view the complete four-round 2020 NFL mock draft, click here.

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