2021 NFL mock draft: Cowboys fix their defense in first round with Micah Parsons
By Brad Weiss
The Miami Dolphins hold two first round picks in the 2021 NFL Draft, and unlike most years, their own pick will not be in the top-10. Instead, the Dolphins will pick early with the Houston Texans selection, before adding a quality offensive lineman with their own pick later on in round one.
Alex Leatherwood is one of the more versatile linemen in this draft class and would be a perfect guy to add as they continue to build around Tua Tagovailoa. Keeping Tua upright is the No. 1 priority in South Beach, and in Leatherwood, they get arguably the best interior lineman in this draft class.
The Indianapolis Colts upset the Tennessee Titans on Thursday Night Football, and continue to keep themselves in the race in the AFC for at least a Wild Card. While Philip Rivers likely is a one-and-done quarterback for Indy, the offensive line needs to continue to stock talent in front of whoever is under center next season.
Samuel Cosmi is a player who could step in and start at offensive tackle for this team next season, as they continue to build a young, and talented offensive line. Indianapolis will likely make the playoffs, so they will be picking late in round one, so Cosmi would be a great get here at pick No. 23 overall.
The Baltimore Ravens were stunned on Sunday night by the New England Patriots and heading into the stretch, they are likely only in line to net a Wild Card spot. If they continue to struggle against good teams, they will not be able to catch the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are the only undefeated team left in the NFL.
With their pick later in round one, the Ravens should look to add a safety, one that can replace the departed Earl Thomas. There are a few safeties that could land in the first round, but Jevon Holland is the best and would be an instant starter in Charm City.