2018 NFL Mock Draft: Round 2

Last update: Thursday, April 26, 2018. Major changes.
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Cleveland Browns: Jaire Alexander, CB, Louisville
Another cornerback for the Browns, as we’ve heard that they could double up at the position in the first few rounds. Jaire Alexander would be fantastic in the slot for them, and he provides some tremendous value atop Round 2.

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New York Giants: Will Hernandez, G, UTEP
The Giants have used lots of top-30 visits on offensive linemen, and all of them make sense for No. 34 overall. Will Hernandez is the best of the bunch who happens to be available.
Cleveland Browns: Maurice Hurst, DE/DT, Michigan
The Browns acquired several players recently, but they did manage to trade one away. That was Danny Shelton, a run-plugger. Larry Ogunjobi will take his place, but Cleveland needs an interior rusher to start next to Ogunjobi.

Pick change; previously Courtland Sutton, WR

Indianapolis Colts: Brian O’Neill, OT, Pittsburgh
The Colts’ offensive line was a mess last season. A nice addition was made to the interior this offseason, but a new right tackle is still needed.
Indianapolis Colts: Donte Jackson, CB, LSU
Vontae Davis is officially gone, as he signed with the Bills. The Colts had just one viable cornerback in Rashaan Melvin, but he signed elsewhere as well. Here’s some needed help for the secondary.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Derrius Guice, RB, LSU
As mentioned in the first round, the Buccaneers really need to make sure Jameis Winston plays better in 2018. Part of that will require finding a better running back to replace Doug Martin, who was recently cut. I could see Tampa trading up into the 27-32 range for Derrius Guice.
Chicago Bears: Courtland Sutton, WR, SMU
A high-upside player from a small school… sound familiar? The Bears would have to consider Courtland Sutton a great value at No. 39. He’d be a nice replacement for Cameron Meredith.

Pick change; previously Isaiah Oliver, CB

Denver Broncos: Isaiah Wynn, G/C, Georgia
Unless the Broncos have an elite quarterback, it won’t matter who’s under center for them if he’s not properly protected.

Pick change; previously Rashaad Penny, RB
Oakland Raiders: Terrell Edmunds, LB/S, Virginia Tech
There’s some talk that the Raiders want Roquan Smith in the first round. The problem is that Smith may not be available. Terrell Edmunds would be a viable option to fix the linebacking corps (or safety position, depending on how Oakland wants to use him.)

Miami Dolphins: Dallas Goedert, TE, South Dakota State
The Dolphins could add another offensive weapon. Addressing tight end makes sense, given that the team doesn’t even have one.
New England Patriots: Kerryon Johnson, RB, Auburn
The Patriots lost Dion Lewis this offseason, so they’ll need to find a new running back to add to their rotation.

Washington Redskins: Ronald Jones, RB, USC
The Redskins are looking for a new running back, as all the options they have at the position are pretty lackluster.
Green Bay Packers: James Washington, WR, Oklahoma State
The Packers will have to find a new receiver to replace Aaron Rodgers’ long-time weapon, Jordy Nelson, who signed with the Raiders this offseason. James Washington would be a logical option in Round 2.

Cincinnati Bengals: Billy Price, C/G, Ohio State
Another center!? The Bengals could use Billy Price at guard, which might actually be a more natural position for him. Either way, Cincinnati needs multiple upgrades to the offensive line.
Arizona Cardinals: Christian Kirk, WR, Texas A&M
As mentioned in the opening round, the Cardinals have a big need at receiver. They have to find a starter across from Larry Fitzgerald for the present and a new No. 1 for the near future.

Los Angeles Chargers: Mason Rudolph, QB, Oklahoma State
The Chargers will reportedly strongly consider a quarterback in the second round. Mason Rudolph would be a logical option for them at this juncture.
Indianapolis Colts: Nick Chubb, RB, Georgia
Frank Gore is gone, and Jim Irsay hinted that his team would use an early-round selection on a running back.
Dallas Cowboys: Anthony Miller, WR, Memphis
There are rumblings that the Cowboys will cut Dez Bryant following the draft. They need a new No. 1 receiver, as Bryant has regressed in recent seasons.
Detroit Lions: Darius Leonard, LB, South Carolina State
Detroit’s linebacking corps is in terrible shape. The only viable player there is Jarrad Davis, and he’s coming off an underwhelming rookie campaign.

Pick change; previously Justin Reid, S
Baltimore Ravens: Orlando Brown, OT, Oklahoma
The offensive line must be upgraded, and Orlando Brown would start immediately at right tackle, which was a big problem area for Baltimore. Brown, despite struggling at the combine, would continue the legacy of his late, great father, who was a dominant presence for Baltimore in the late 90s.
Buffalo Bills: James Daniels, C, Iowa
The Bills lost starting center Eric Wood to retirement, so they’ll be looking to find his replacement.

Kansas City Chiefs: Lorenzo Carter, DE/OLB, Georgia
Tamba Hali is gone, and Dee Ford isn’t too far behind, so the Chiefs need to find another potent edge rusher to start across from Justin Houston.
Carolina Panthers: Ronnie Harrison, S, Alabama
The Panthers have major problems in their secondary, both at safety and cornerback. They need to spend lots of energy upgrading this area.

Buffalo Bills: D.J. Chark, WR, LSU
There was a disturbing video of Zay Jones released this offseason, so it’s unclear if Buffalo can count on him going forward. If not, that just leaves Kelvin Benjamin, so a new No. 2 receiver will be needed.
Tennessee Titans: Malik Jefferson, LB, Texas
The Titans are looking for linebackers of all sorts – edge rushers, interior guys – and this is them addressing the latter, which they need to do after losing Avery Williamson.
Atlanta Falcons: B.J. Hill, NT, N.C. State
Once again, the Falcons’ defense was incredibly soft against the Eagles in the divisional round of the playoffs. They could use two of their initial three selections on the defensive line.
San Francisco 49ers: Kemoko Turay, DE/OLB, Rutgers
The 49ers need to find someone to play the Uncle LEO position in their defense, and Kemoko Turay seems like he’d be a perfect fit.
Pittsburgh Steelers: Jessie Bates, S, Wake Forest
Outside of linebacker, it could’ve been argued that safety was Pittsburgh’s need heading into the offseason. Morgan Burnett was signed, but he’s just a short-term fix.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Tyrell Crosby, OT, Oregon
The Jaguars have shown interest in plenty of offensive linemen, so I expect them to grab a blocker in the first few rounds.

Minnesota Vikings: Nathan Shepherd, DT, Fort Hays State
There have been reports indicating that Sharrif Floyd may never play again, which is a shame. Sheldon Richardson was signed, but for just one year. Here’s a long-term plan at the position.
New England Patriots: Kyle Lauletta, QB, Richmond
Jimmy Garoppolo and Jacoby Brissett are both gone, so the Patriots need a new young quarterback to eventually replace Tom Brady.
Cleveland Browns: Will Richardson, OT, N.C. State
The Browns should probably target a left tackle earlier than this to replace Joe Thomas, but better late than never.

Pick change; previously Harrison Phillips, DT