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https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/10/17/mock-draft-2019-justin-herbert-new-york-giants-qb
You asked for it—well, at least I think you did: a way-too-early mock draft. A few disclaimers: This mock draft is not based on our own evaluations, but based on conversations with scouts and team personnel for this column. At this point in the college season, teams aren’t ranking prospects yet, they’re still on the road evaluating them. Many team scouting directors haven’t seen even half of the top players yet; in fact, several evaluators laughed out loud at the idea of a mock draft in October.
So keep in mind: (1) Teams haven’t started thinking about how these players stack up against each other, (2) Many in this group are underclassmen, and we don’t know if they will end up staying in school or leaving for the draft, (3) We have no idea who will be running the draft for these teams come April, and (4) We don’t know what the draft order will be—our order is not a projection, it’s based on reverse order of the current standings and takes into consideration the current playoff field (for instance, the 3-3 Titans would win the AFC South if the season ended today, so they’re grouped with the other teams in the playoff picture rather than the other 3-3 teams). With all that in mind, here it is:
1. N.Y. Giants: Justin Herbert, QB, Oregon
While no quarterback in the 2019 class is a lock for the top spot, the 6' 6" Herbert has made his case this season, drawing comparisons to Marcus Mariota and Carson Wentz. Scouts love Herbert’s size, athleticism, and arm.
2. Indianapolis: Nick Bosa, DE, Ohio State
Indianapolis needs a defensive playmaker, making Bosa an easy choice. His core muscle injury, which required surgery and led to him withdrawing from school this week to focus on draft preparation, isn’t a long-term concern. He did enough to cement his status as a top-three pick.
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13. Dallas: A.J. Brown, WR, Ole Miss
Only two receivers were taken in the first round in 2018, and none in the top 20, creating a thirst for receivers in this draft. Dallas has a major need for an outside receiver. Enter A.J. Brown, who has demonstrated a consistent ability to make tough catches in traffic.
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If this is how it shakes out, I'm not crazy about the pick. Would rather trade down and target Noah Fant, or even take a shot at Dwayne Haskins.
You asked for it—well, at least I think you did: a way-too-early mock draft. A few disclaimers: This mock draft is not based on our own evaluations, but based on conversations with scouts and team personnel for this column. At this point in the college season, teams aren’t ranking prospects yet, they’re still on the road evaluating them. Many team scouting directors haven’t seen even half of the top players yet; in fact, several evaluators laughed out loud at the idea of a mock draft in October.
So keep in mind: (1) Teams haven’t started thinking about how these players stack up against each other, (2) Many in this group are underclassmen, and we don’t know if they will end up staying in school or leaving for the draft, (3) We have no idea who will be running the draft for these teams come April, and (4) We don’t know what the draft order will be—our order is not a projection, it’s based on reverse order of the current standings and takes into consideration the current playoff field (for instance, the 3-3 Titans would win the AFC South if the season ended today, so they’re grouped with the other teams in the playoff picture rather than the other 3-3 teams). With all that in mind, here it is:
1. N.Y. Giants: Justin Herbert, QB, Oregon
While no quarterback in the 2019 class is a lock for the top spot, the 6' 6" Herbert has made his case this season, drawing comparisons to Marcus Mariota and Carson Wentz. Scouts love Herbert’s size, athleticism, and arm.
2. Indianapolis: Nick Bosa, DE, Ohio State
Indianapolis needs a defensive playmaker, making Bosa an easy choice. His core muscle injury, which required surgery and led to him withdrawing from school this week to focus on draft preparation, isn’t a long-term concern. He did enough to cement his status as a top-three pick.
~snip~
13. Dallas: A.J. Brown, WR, Ole Miss
Only two receivers were taken in the first round in 2018, and none in the top 20, creating a thirst for receivers in this draft. Dallas has a major need for an outside receiver. Enter A.J. Brown, who has demonstrated a consistent ability to make tough catches in traffic.
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If this is how it shakes out, I'm not crazy about the pick. Would rather trade down and target Noah Fant, or even take a shot at Dwayne Haskins.
