3. Miami Dolphins (from HOU): Ja’Marr Chase, WR, LSU
Miami has a quarterback they think could be their guy for the future, so they do one of two things. Pick protection for him or give him weapons. In this case, they opt for weapons and Ja’Marr Chase.
As the league drifts further and further towards high powered offenses, it should come as no surprise that we’ve got 2 wide receivers and a quarterback in our top 3 picks. Throw it around or go home is the new motto of the league.
4. Atlanta Falcons: Patrick Surtain II, Cornerback, Alabama
This pick is going to go one of two ways. The Falcons could either take one of the “Best of the Rest” quarterbacks behind Lawrence or they could look to strengthen their woeful defense.
We’re betting on the Falcons giving Matt Ryan one more run around the block before selecting his replacement in next year’s draft. In that case, they pick up Alabama’s standout corner, Patrick Surtain II. It’s a smart move in an increasingly pass-happy league.
5. Cincinnati Bengals: Penei Sewell, OT, Oregon
Bengals fans will revolt if their front office doesn’t get some protection for their talented quarterback, Joe Burrow. The image of Burrow getting carted off with a season-ending injury is one that Bengals fans have been seeing over and over in their nightmares the last few months.
Sewell is, without a doubt, the best tackle in the class and the pick is a must for the Bengals. However, they are known as the “Bungles” for a reason.