2021 NFL Mock Draft: Justin Fields takes over as a franchise savior
By Brad Weiss
Penei Sewell. 7. player. 59. . Offensive Tackle. Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins posted some news on Tuesday, as they decided to make a major change at quarterback for the rest of the 2020 season. 2020 first round draft pick Tua Tagovailoa will take over for Ryan Fitzpatrick, who was actually playing good football, giving the Dolphins a legitimate chance to win the AFC East this season.
With Tua now entrenched as the starter, Miami needs to start building around him, and they can do that with multiple first round picks in 2021. With the seventh overall selection, they add the best offensive tackle in this draft class in Penei Sewell, adding a guy who can protect his blindside for the foreseeable future.
Offensive Tackle. Los Angeles Chargers. Samuel Cosmi. 8. player. 13.
The Los Angeles Chargers made the move to their rookie quarterback weeks ago, and the early indicators on Justin Herbert are that he is going to be a good one. Sure, he has had some bonehead plays this season, but every rookie quarterback does, and it is his presence in the pocket, running ability, and accuracy that could make him special.
Next up, the Chargers should use a first round pick on protecting their No. 1 asset, bringing in Samuel Cosmi to be the team’s left tackle in 2021 and beyond. Herbert has the talent to be good for a very long time, and with the Chargers, he would have the ability to start right away.
Wide Receiver. Philadelphia Eagles. Jaylen Waddle. 9. player. 54.
The Philadelphia Eagles are one of those frustrating teams that are hard to figure out this season, as they have the talent to win, but are just playing inconsistent football. Carson Wentz is still the franchise quarterback, but the fan base is starting to clamor for Jalen Hurts, and a change could actually come this year.
Whoever is under center, this Eagles team needs more weapons at wide receiver, and they get a good one in Jaylen Waddle from Alabama. Seeing this guy dissect the Georgia defense this past weekend was enough to land him in the top-10, where he becomes Wentz, or Hurts’ top weapon next season.