2021 NFL Mock Draft: Bengals add more protection for Joe Burrow

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – DECEMBER 07: Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Shaun Wade (24) celebrates after a defensive stop during the Big 10 Championship game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Ohio State Buckeyes on December 7, 2019, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Pittsburgh Steelers. Shaun Wade. 22. player. 55. . Cornerback

The Pittsburgh Steelers saw Ben Roethlisberger come back in a big way on Monday night, as he looked healthier than he has in years. That led to the Steelers cruising to a victory over the New York Giants in a game that saw the defense bring a ton of pressure up front on Daniel Jones.

While the defense as a whole played well on Monday, they still need some help in the secondary, and teaming Shaun Wade with the likes of Minkah Fitzpatrick will set them up for the long haul. This is a team that is going to be picking late in round one in 2021, and Wade would be an excellent get there.

23. player. 49. . Cornerback. Green Bay Packers. Tyson Campbell

The Green Bay Packers won a shootout against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, coming away with a crucial early-season NFC North victory. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers proved once again that he is one of the best in the game, utilizing the weapons he has despite the fact the team should have brought in more last offseason.

With a first round pick in 2021, the Packers need to get better in the secondary, and Tyson Campbell from Georgia would give them another solid option at cornerback alongside Jaire Alexander, Kevin King, and Josh Jackson. This is a young group that needs to be better, and Campbell can help them get there.

16. . Offensive Lineman. Buffalo Bills. Trey Smith. 24. player

The Buffalo Bills made an early AFC East statement this past weekend, as they welcomed the New York Jets to town and dominated on both sides of the ball. Quarterback Josh Allen outplayed Jets quarterback Sam Darnold, and continues to prove he can win at the NFL level.

Going forward, protecting him is going to be key, and they can do just that by drafting Trey Smith in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Smith can play up and down the line, and on this Bills roster, he could be the kind of building block up front they need to continue to ensure Allen keeps moving in the right direction.

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