2021 NFL Mock Draft: Quarterbacks go No. 1 and No. 2 overall
By Brad Weiss
Jacksonville Jaguars. DeVonta Smith. 22. player. 52. . Wide Receiver
The Jacksonville Jaguars hold two first round picks in 2021, this after trading away Jalen Ramsey to the Los Angeles Rams during the 2019 NFL season. With the Rams pick, the Jaguars should get their next quarterback an elite weapon, and they do so by adding DeVonta Smith from Alabama.
Based on this draft class, Smith could actually be the first wideout off the board, but as we saw in 2020, you never know when it comes to wide receivers. If he falls into the Jags lap, he is a perfect fit for Justin Fields, as he likes to stretch the field and has outstanding hands.
23. player. 28. . Defensive Tackle. Las Vegas Raiders. Christian Barmore
The Las Vegas Raiders continue to play well outside of Allegiant Stadium, this time picking up a crucial AFC West win against the Los Angeles Chargers. The battle between these two foes went down to the wire, but in the end, Raiders cornerback Isaiah Johnson did just enough to knock the ball out of Donald Parham’s hands to seal the victory.
On defense, the Raiders have played better in recent weeks, but there are weaknesses on all three levels. On big area is defensive tackle, where guys have been shuttled in and out all season long, but they can fix it by drafting Christian Barmore with pick No. 23 next April.
. Edge. Tennessee Titans. Kwity Paye. 24. player. 35
The Tennessee Titans got right on Sunday, playing a complete game on both sides of the ball and beating the Chicago Bears. Newly acquired Desmond King picked up a fumble and ran it for a touchdowns, and the Titans got great play from quarterback Ryan Tannehill.
When right, this team could go far this season, but they still need help on defense, especially coming off the edge. Kwity Paye from Michigan is a player who can fill this void, as they add him to a young defensive line that includes Jeffrey Simmons.