2021 NFL Mock Draft: Carolina Panthers trade up for Justin Fields
By Brad Weiss
Jacksonville Jaguars. Alex Leatherwood. 25. player. 52. . Offensive Tackle
The Jaguars hold two first-round picks in 2021, and after adding the franchise quarterback at Pick No. 1, they add protection for him at pick No. 25. Alex Leatherwood from Alabama is one of the better offensive linemen in this draft class and has the versatility to play up and down the line at the next level.
53. . Edge. Cleveland Browns. Jayson Oweh. 26. player
The Cleveland Browns were one of the better stories in the NFL this season, making it all the way to the Divisional Round. One area where this team could look to improve next year is along their defensive line, where a player like Penn State’s Jayson Oweh would be a nice complement to a star in Myles Garrett.
Baltimore Ravens. Pat Freiermuth. 27. player. 26. . Tight End
The Baltimore Ravens made it to the Divisional Round this past season, as Lamar Jackson finally won his first playoff game. Looking ahead, the Ravens need to add more talent at the tight end position, and they do so by adding Pat Freiermuth from Penn State, the second-best pass-catching tight end in this draft class.
New Orleans Saints. Joseph Ossai. 28. player. 15. . Edge/Linebacker
The time has come for the New Orleans Saints to say goodbye to Drew Brees this offseason, so it will be a big question mark as to who plays quarterback for them next season. With the No. 28 overall pick, they won’t add a quarterback here, but they do improve the defense by adding linebacker and edge rusher Joseph Ossai from the University of Texas, filling two needs on their defense.