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NFL Mock Draft
Kody Malstrom breaks down his Round 1 NFL Mock Draft with pick-by-pick analysis.
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With each passing day, Arvell Reese’s odds to be the second overall pick continue to grow, listed as high as -300 at Caesars Sportsbook

Rivaling Reese is David Bailey, a more prototypical EDGE with a higher ceiling than his counterpart.

A dream landing spot for the star running back, Jeremiyah Love would instantly receive a heavy usage rate with the Tennessee Titans

A freak athlete who can be utilized in multiple positions, Sonny Styles would mirror Kyle Hamilton in regards to how he can be rotated under John Harbaugh to fit various defensive schemes.

Like Freedman, I am also skeptical of Carnell Tate, yet he is still in a tier of his own when compared to the rest of his class per our Rookie Super Model.

While I am aware safeties normally slide down the draft boards, it’s hard to ignore how talented and decorated Caleb Downs is, giving the Washington Commanders a ball hawk in the backfield who is just as effective at stopping the run.

With the New Orleans Saints in need of an edge rusher, it’s hard to pass up on his talent.

Like Bain, Francis Mauigoa’s short arms have also created some cause for concern. Luckily for Mauigoa, he’s still regarded as the top tackle in his class, stopping his slide in the top 10 with the Kansas City Chiefs looking to bolster their line.

A team in desperate need of fixing a defense that ranked near the bottom of the board in Def DVOA, Mansoor Delane would give the Cincinnati Bengals a versatile cornerback who can be slotted at multiple positions.

I have them taking Monroe Freeling, who can anchor either side of their offensive line.

After ranking 31st in True Pass Set Grade, Spencer Fano immediately stands out as the top option for the Dallas Cowboys

With the Los Angeles Rams addressing their defense in free agency, they may use their first-round pick on Jordyn Tyson to give Matthew Stafford another weapon to help make a run at the Super Bowl

A boulder of a human being who can open up holes in a flash in the interior, Olaivavega Ioane would complement Derrick Henry, as well as reduce the amount of Havoc Lamar Jackson has to deal with in the pocket.

With wide receiver speed, Sadiq can be lined up on the outside to help pull defensive attention away from Chris Godwin and Emeka Egbuka.

With the Jets selecting the most talented player with their first pick, they will then look to address their wide receiver room at 1.16

If Ioane is gone, expect the Detroit Lions to finally address the edge position.

While I do agree with Thor Nystrom that the Minnesota Vikings need to address their secondary, I have them taking Jermod McCoy instead of Dillon Thieneman

With injuries looming over the Carolina Panthers offensive line, they would be wise to take Kadyn Proctor

In an attempt to recoup the loss of production from the Micah Parsons trade, the Cowboys can use their second pick on Akheem Mesidor

Assuming Aaron Rodgers comes back for another year, the Pittsburgh Steelers will avoid using this pick on Ty Simpson and can target a different position of need.

After Caleb Banks broke his foot, Peter Woods is now the new DT1 in this year’s class, giving the Los Angeles Chargers a disruptive body in the middle

With no edge rusher fitting this range, the Philadelphia Eagles will turn their sights towards their offensive line

One of the more popular trade targets for Ty Simpson (Over/Under 24.5), if the Browns keep their pick, then expect them to address their offensive line by selecting Blake Miller, who is skyrocketing up the boards after a stellar combine.

Like Miller, Kayden McDonald has also shot up the draft boards over the past month, giving the Chicago Bears the violent presence they need in the middle of the trenches

After the trade for DJ Moore, the Buffalo Bills turn their sights towards Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, giving their defense a dynamic safety who excels in coverage.

Even after signing Mike Evans, the San Francisco 49ers continue to add to the position, selecting Omar Cooper, who will thrive against single coverage when opposing defenses are forced to turn their attention elsewhere.

With no offensive lineman fitting this range, the Houston Texans may elect to trade this pick or use it on CJ Allen to help give them more depth at linebacker.

After their secondary was gutted in free agency, the Chiefs address the position with their second pick in the first round

With the Dolphins' wide receiver room void of talent, they attempt to give Malik Willis the support he needs to succeed, selecting KC Concepcion to give them some firepower at the slot position.

While Romeo Doubs is a talented receiver in his own right, the New England Patriots are still in need of another playmaker.

With the departure of Tariq Woolen, I keep going back and forth between Colton Hood and Brandon Cisse to replace him.
No need to overthink this one. Even after the recent signing of Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza is the Las Vegas Raiders' future.