2020 NFL Draft: Trio of Longhorns watch begins

The 2020 NFL Draft enters day two on Friday. Where could the trio of Longhorns eventually end up if any selected on day two?

The 2020 NFL Draft enters day two on Friday evening and this is the territory where the trio could get that long awaited phone call. On Thursday there was a run on wide receiver that saw six finding their new homes for 2020. Teams that need receiver help passed in round one setting up day two for a heavy dose of selections.

Teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles are need of a pass catcher. Despite the fact that they used their first pick on receiver, that offense needs another one. The New York Jets are another team that passed on wide receiver in round one in favor of an offensive tackle. Either Devin Duvernay or Collin Johnson would make a ton of sense for that team.

Other teams in need of a wide receiver:

  • Chicago Bears
  • Indianapolis Colts
  •  Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  • Arizona Cardinals
  • New York Giants
  • Jacksonville Jaguars
  • New England Patriots
  • New Orleans Saints
  • Baltimore Ravens

In one of the bigger shocks of the first round was no safety being selected in the first 32 picks. This could have the reverse impact that the wide receivers did, pushing a player like Brandon Jones further back in the draft. On the flip side, that could create a run on safety in rounds two and three where some have Jones projected to be selected.

Teams in need of a safety:

  • Chicago Bears
  • Cleveland Browns
  • Dallas Cowboys
  • Miami Dolphins
  • Philadelphia Eagles
  • New York Giants
  • Jacksonville Jaguars
  • Las Vegas Raiders

Texas Longhorns first round picks since 1999

Take a journey back to every Texas Longhorn to be drafted in the first round since 1999.

The 2020 NFL Draft is just hours away from officially kicking off. There are a few ways that you can tune into the festivities on Thursday Night. Despite the fact that the Texas Longhorns don’t have a first round caliber player according to almost every major draft analysts board, we take a journey back to every first round selection since 1999. The Longhorns could have a first round pick next year if Samuel Cosmi decides to declare or another name jumps to the front.

1999

Ricky Williams: 5th overall to the New Orleans Saints

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In 1999 the New Orleans Saints and head coach Mike Ditka gave up their entire draft just to secure the rights for Ricky Williams. Williams went on to play for the Saints until 2001 when he had a career year for the Miami Dolphins in 2002. He earned his only Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors that season with 1,853 yards and 16 touchdowns.

Williams played for one other team before hanging up the cleats, the Baltimore Ravens in 2011. He finished his 11-year career with 10,009 yards rushing and 66 touchdowns. Adding another eight receiving. His career was never the same after retiring in 2004 and returning to the NFL in 2005.

Texas WR Collin Johnson’s highlight video ahead of 2020 NFL Draft

It’s been a lifelong dream for Texas wide receiver Collin Johnson to have a successful career in the National Football League.

All that he needs is an opportunity.

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Brandon Jones’ letter to Longhorn Nation, what makes Texas special

Texas safety Brandon Jones narrated a video released on Friday just hours prior to the start of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Texas safety Brandon Jones is anxious to hear where he’ll begin his professional career.

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How to watch, listen, or stream 2020 NFL Draft

Everything you need to know to tune into this year’s virtual event of the 2020 NFL Draft.

The 2020 NFL Draft will take place from April 23-25. Although it will not be held live in Las Vegas due to COVID-19 concerns, the virtual draft will present the first round on Thursday night, rounds two and three will air on Friday night before concluding on Saturday afternoon.

Safety Brandon Jones and wide receivers Devin Duvernay and Collin Johnson are Texas’ top draft prospects, while defensive lineman Malcolm Roach and offensive lineman Zach Shackelford have the potential to be selected in the later rounds.

Here is everything you need to know to tune in for this year’s virtual event and witness childhood dreams become a reality.

DATE: Thursday, April 23
TIME: 7 p.m. CST
LOCATION: Virtual
TV: ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, ESPN Deportes
LIVE STREAM: fuboTV
RADIO COVERAGE: SiriusXM, Westwood One, ESPN Radio

Staff Picks: Final 2020 NFL Mock Draft for Texas prospects

The Longhorns Wire staff laid out their final projections on where four Texas players may be selected in the 2020 NFL Draft.

We’ve finally made it.

The 2020 NFL Draft is just hours away, where a handful of Longhorns hope to fulfill childhood dreams of playing in the National Football League.

Safety Brandon Jones, wide receivers Devin Duvernay and Collin Johnson, and defensive lineman Malcolm Roach all have a legitimate chance to be selected on day two or three.

Each player ultimately hopes to join a team that is the right fit to utilize their strengths. Longhorns Wire staff released their final projections on where each Texas player may land.

Tom Herman lists four potential breakout players on Texas’ defense

Texas head coach Tom Herman has high hopes for four young defensive players.

Texas head coach Tom Herman hired new defensive coordinator Chris Ash at the conclusion of the 2019 season in hopes of improving what was one of the worst units in college football. Continue reading “Tom Herman lists four potential breakout players on Texas’ defense”

Locked on Longhorns Podcast: recruiting rankings

The Locked on Longhorns Podcast discusses the latest recruiting efforts and rankings. Plus what we are looking forward to with the NFL Draft

Cami and Patrick kick off the show by discussing two of the latest updates on four-star recruits that the Texas Longhorns are currently targeting. Could former Longhorn Marquise Goodwin be on the move? According to reports the 49ers are looking to move him for cap relief.

Tom Herman recently discussed a few names for the new incomers that could earn playing time relatively early in the 2020 football season. Bijan Robinson, Alfred Collins and Prince Dorbah could all be in the mix. Another player could be one of the young safeties. Plus is anyone surprised at how well Mack Brown is doing on the recruiting front?

With the NFL Draft just a day away, they discuss what they are looking forward to most and any plans they may have.

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Texas targeting four-star outside linebacker from South Carolina

The Longhorns desperately need depth at the linebacker position, four-star outside linebacker Jaylen Sneed becomes a top target in 2022.

Texas is in desperate need of depth at the linebacker position. Continue reading “Texas targeting four-star outside linebacker from South Carolina”

Speedster, four-star WR mentions Texas in top remaining schools

The Longhorns are heavily targeting a four-star wide receiver from the 2021 recruiting class out of The Woodlands, TX.

A four-star wide receiver labeled the fastest player in the Texas from the 2021 recruiting class mentions Texas as one of his top remaining schools. Continue reading “Speedster, four-star WR mentions Texas in top remaining schools”