Thread: Assassin's 2020 Draft-eve-eve-eve Mock

Before I post this, there are a few points I wish to make.

1-I believe the top 4 OTs will be gone by 15...or I'd jump all over 1 of em.

2-Although I'm listing what I want, I'm considering what Elway and Fangio appear to value. Limited red flags and tackling by DBs.

3-There are 12 WRs that are projected by multiple outlets to go in round 1. There won't be 12, but the point is that the talent is there. Which leads to ...

4-I am breaking my rule of no trades in mocks. But our needs vs our position likely dictates a trade back mandate.

ROUND 1
Trade back to early 20s
Austin Jackson, OT, USC
Jackson's biggest issue is strength which is a result of a bone marrow donation. Since we could realistically lose both OTs by 2021, OT is necessity. I like 6 OTs in this draft. They will all be gone in round 1.

ROUND 2A
Jalen Reagor, WR, TCU
Explosive WR who will compliment what we have and open up the D.

ROUND 2B
Return from moving back in round 1
KJ Hamler, WR, Penn State
Another threat in space who has speed that defenses will have to respect. I'd gladly trade one of the"top 3" for a shot at having 2 like Hamler and Reagor.

ROUND 3A
Cam Dantzler, CB, Mississippi State
Good skills. Plays faster than 40 time. Should be nice fit in our secondary.

ROUND 3B
Tyler Biadasz, C, Wisconsin
Stock has dropped, but he is still a damn solid choice at Center. This allows Glasnow to play Guard.

ROUND 3C
Logan Wilson, ILB, Wyoming
Well rounded. Above average in coverage. Athletic.

ROUND 4
Davon Hamilton, DL, Ohio State
Solid depth along the line. Harris is only signed for 1 year.


ROUND 5
Julian Blackmon, S, Utah
Former CB with good coverage skills for a Safety.

ROUND 6
Ben Bredeson, G, Michigan
An experienced interior lineman who was team captain. Elway loves that.

ROUND 7
Daniel Bituli, ILB, Tennessee
Tackling machine who could be amazing on special teams.

I like it. I'd be very happy with that draft. I honestly believe that in four years Jackson is the best tackle out of this draft.

I've mocked every single one of those players except for b i t u l i.

I like it except taking Hamler after taking the TCU boy. I would much rather take a more impactful LB there and then take another receiver down the road.

I think we need a better corner earlier. JMO

I like it. The question is whether those players will be there. I'd honestly grab a corner with that second second-rounder and add the WR in the third. Otherwise, good job.

One thing you have to keep in mind when you look at trading back scenarios, is that you have to know who is trading up and why. The only thing that presents a real clear trade back scenario at 15 seems to be Tua Tagavailoa. If he slips to 15, then you have to wonder who will come up for him. Rumors out there suggest New Orleans or New England could both be interested. The other deep position in this draft, the position people are rumored to be going up to get is wide receiver, and if Denver doesn’t trade up to get receiver, and one of those top three receivers falls to 15 Denver is selecting him most likely. Otherwise, I actually don’t see a ton of trade down possibilities for Denver. Maybe someone wants C.J. Henderson if he slips, but again, Denver needs a corner and it’d be hard to pass him up at 15.

Originally Posted by SmilinAssasSin27

4-I am breaking my rule of no trades in mocks. But our needs vs our position likely dictates a trade back mandate.

The draft is a weird thing because you can always look back and realize your 4th and 5th round picks ended up being the real ballers...but I agree with this^. It feels like three picks between 20-50 would be so much better than two.

Originally Posted by Northman

I like it except taking Hamler after taking the TCU boy. I would much rather take a more impactful LB there and then take another receiver down the road.

I'm down with any of the WR options likely to be there.

Originally Posted by Northman

I like it except taking Hamler after taking the TCU boy. I would much rather take a more impactful LB there and then take another receiver down the road.

If by impactful LB, you mean one that can cover TE's, then you are at a loss after Simmons and Murray. Really aren't any that are very good in coverage after that.

Originally Posted by CoachChaz

If by impactful LB, you mean one that can cover TE's, then you are at a loss after Simmons and Murray. Really aren't any that are very good in coverage after that.

On the NFL Channel this morning the "pundits" were discussing potential candidates that the Broncos might trade up for. Simmons was square in the middle of the conversation, if somehow he dropped to the 8-10 range. The panel thought the Broncos had the draft pick ammo to and might (recommended it) trade up to select Simmons. I know this smacks the fans screaming for a WR in Round 1 right between the eyes with a sledgehammer. But this draft is deep at WR and the Broncos getting a WR2 later in the draft was entirely doable. Per the guys on the NFL Channel this morning. More speculation to discuss

Originally Posted by LTC Pain

On the NFL Channel this morning the "pundits" were discussing potential candidates that the Broncos might trade up for. Simmons was square in the middle of the conversation, if somehow he dropped to the 8-10 range. The panel thought the Broncos had the draft pick ammo to and might (recommended it) trade up to select Simmons. I know this smacks the fans screaming for a WR in Round 1 right between the eyes with a sledgehammer. But this draft is deep at WR and the Broncos getting a WR2 later in the draft was entirely doable. Per the guys on the NFL Channel this morning. More speculation to discuss

I think, rightfully so, people look at Roquan Smith and are kind of waiting for Fangio’s new team to make a push for that guy in this defense. Simmons is that guy if they wanted to give up the capital to go get him.

Do it, John.

Originally Posted by LTC Pain

On the NFL Channel this morning the "pundits" were discussing potential candidates that the Broncos might trade up for. Simmons was square in the middle of the conversation, if somehow he dropped to the 8-10 range. The panel thought the Broncos had the draft pick ammo to and might (recommended it) trade up to select Simmons. I know this smacks the fans screaming for a WR in Round 1 right between the eyes with a sledgehammer. But this draft is deep at WR and the Broncos getting a WR2 later in the draft was entirely doable. Per the guys on the NFL Channel this morning. More speculation to discuss

Plus, if the Broncos are mostly interested in a "stretch-the-field" WR to open up the secondary for Sutton and Fant, the Broncos could invest a mid-round pick for Marquise Goodwin of the 49ers. He's a former Olympic sprinter so his deep speed is top-rate but he is also an injury risk with questionable hands, sort of a Ted Ginn Jr. type. It wouldn't preclude Denver from drafting another WR for depth or saving their draft capital for a Round 1 wideout next year but it does fill a role short term.

Originally Posted by MOtorboat

I think, rightfully so, people look at Roquan Smith and are kind of waiting for Fangio’s new team to make a push for that guy in this defense. Simmons is that guy if they wanted to give up the capital to go get him.

Do it, John.

If we get Simmons we will have the most talented player in the draft. Yeah, even over Chase Young.

Originally Posted by CoachChaz

If by impactful LB, you mean one that can cover TE's, then you are at a loss after Simmons and Murray. Really aren't any that are very good in coverage after that.

Queen as well. Wilson is solid in coverage and guys like Davis-Gaither and Davion Taylor have lots of potential there