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2018 NFL Mock Draft: Round 3

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Last update: Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017. Major changes.
Next update: Occasionally. Follow me @walterfootball for updates.

The order of this 2018 NFL Mock Draft is based on the real 2018 NFL Draft Order.

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  1. Cleveland Browns: D.J. Moore, WR, Maryland
    The Browns have gotten Josh Gordon back from his long suspension, but can they really trust him? They’ll likely have to use one of their many early picks on a receiver.

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    Pick change; previously James Washington, WR

  2. New York Giants: Andre Dillard, OT, Washington State
    The Giants obviously need to do something about their poor offensive line. They’ve suffered countless injuries this year, but they still wouldn’t be very competitve if everyone were healthy because of their poor blocking.

    Pick change; previously Jamarco Jones, OT

  3. Indianapolis Colts: Will Hernandez, G, UTEP
    The Colts finally get to upgrade their offensive line, but better late than never, right? Multiple new blockers are needed.



  4. San Francisco 49ers: Michael Jackson, CB, Miami
    The 49ers won a thriller against the Titans, and it’s clear that they’re starting something with Jimmy Garoppolo as their new quarterback. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to upgrade the cornerbacks, who have struggled this year. The top player at the position is Miami’s Michael Jackson.

  5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Marcus Davenport, DE, Texas-San Antonio
    Robert Ayers will be a 33-year-old entering his contract season in 2018, so the Buccaneers will have to think about adding another defensive end.

    Pick change; previously Marcell Frazier, DE

  6. Houston Texans: Tarvarus McFadden, CB, Florida State
    The Texans lost several free agents, including some defensive backs, last offseason. They’ll need to rebuild their secondary.



  7. San Francisco 49ers: Matthew Thomas, LB, Florida State
    The 49ers traded NaVorro Bowman, so they’ll have to find a new linebacker to pair with Reuben Foster for the long term.

  8. New York Jets: Drew Lock, QB, Missouri
    Based on where the Jets are drafting, they’ll probably go the veteran route at quarterback and then take a signal-caller on the second day of the draft.

  9. Cincinnati Bengals: Jordan Whitehead, S, Pittsburgh
    Cincinnati’s defense hasn’t been the same since losing Reggie Nelson. George Iloka and Shawn Williams are OK players, but neither is the elite talent the Bengals are used to having in the back end.



  10. Denver Broncos: Jerome Baker, LB, Ohio State
    The Broncos were going to consider Haason Reddick if he fell to them in the 2017 NFL Draft, so it would make sense if they addressed their linebacker situation at this juncture. They can’t cover tight ends and pass-catching running backs.

  11. Washington Redskins: James Washington, WR, Oklahoma State
    Terrelle Pryor was a major free agent bust signing, but the good news for the Redskins is that they obtained him for just one year. They can try to find another No. 1 receiver this upcoming offseason.

    Pick change; previously Simmie Cobbs Jr., WR

  12. Miami Dolphins: Sione Tehuema, LB, Southeast Louisiana
    Miami has a poor linebacking corps that is relying on Lawrence Timmons. That obviously needs to change.



  13. Arizona Cardinals: Mitch Hyatt, OT, Clemson
    Tackle Jared Veldheer discussed retirement last offseason, and he has certainly performed as if he’s already hung up the cleats. Veldheer is terrible and needs to be replaced. Giving Carson Palmer much better protection is essential for Arizona’s playoff aspirations next year.

  14. Oakland Raiders: Terrell Edmunds, LB/S, Virginia Tech
    The Raiders were desperate for linebackers that they acquired NaVorro Bowman. They desperately need help at the position.

  15. Los Angeles Chargers: Rasheem Green, DE/DT, USC
    The Chargers have a terrific defense, but they could stand to bolster their defensive line.

    Pick change; previously Simmie Cobbs Jr., WR




  16. Green Bay Packers: Jaylen Samuels, TE, N.C. State
    Martellus Bennett stole money from the Packers, so Green Bay will be searching for a new tight end this offseason.

  17. Dallas Cowboys: Braden Smith, G, Auburn
    The Cowboys’ offensive line hasn’t been nearly as good this season. Losing Ronald Leary hurt, so here’s a new left guard to help remedy the problem.

  18. Carolina Panthers: Simmie Cobbs Jr., WR, Indiana
    The Panthers will need another receiver to go along with Devin Funchess and Curtis Samuel in the wake of the Kelvin Benjamin trade.

    Pick change; previously Anthony Miller, WR

  19. Detroit Lions: Akrum Wadley, RB, Iowa
    Ameer Abdullah has been benched, so it’s obvious that the Lions will be focusing on finding a new running back this offseason.

  20. Houston Texans: Ogbonnia Okoronkwo, DE, Oklahoma
    The Texans definitely need some pass-rushing depth, as they’ve missed what John Simon provided last year.

  21. Tennessee Titans: Derrick Nnadi, NT, Florida State
    Sylvester Williams has turned out to be a poor addition for the Titans, so they could decide that they need to find a new nose tackle.



  22. Baltimore Ravens: Bo Scarbrough, RB, Alabama
    Alex Collins is an average running back, but he’s nothing special. The Ravens need a new lead back.

  23. Atlanta Falcons: Maea Teuhema, G, LSU
    Atlanta’s offensive line hasn’t been nearly as forceful this year. The right side is to blame, as Ryan Schraeder has taken a step backward because of an injury. Meanwhile, there’s a huge void at right guard, which can be addressed here.



  24. Carolina Panthers: Jaylen Dunlap, CB, Illinois
    Here’s more help for Carolina’s secondary, which has seen some shaky play from its cornerbacks.

  25. Kansas City Chiefs: Porter Gustin, DE/OLB, USC
    Tamba Hali won’t be around much longer, so the Chiefs will have to think about finding a new edge rusher.

  26. New Orleans Saints: Dallas Goedert, TE, South Dakota State
    We’ve seen Coby Fleener on the Saints for two seasons now, and he has barely done anything. It’s time for New Orleans to find a better, cheaper tight end.

  27. Jacksonville Jaguars: Oren Burks, LB, Vanderbilt
    Paul Posluszny will be a 33-year-old free agent this offseason, so the Jaguars may decide to add a young linebacker in the draft.

  28. Los Angeles Rams: James Hearns, DE/OLB, Louisville
    The Rams have a ferocious defensive line, but Connor Barwin is the one weak link. He was supposed to provide some veteran stability, but that hasn’t happened. Here’s a potential upgrade.

    Pick change; previously Marquis Haynes, DE/OLB

  29. Pittsburgh Steelers: Luke Falk, QB, Washington State
    Ben Roethlisberger has contemplated retirement, so the Steelers need to find their quarterback of the future.

  30. Minnesota Vikings: Justin Jones, DT, N.C. State
    There have been reports indicating that Sharrif Floyd may never play again, which is a shame. The Vikings will need to find a new defensive tackle to play next to Linval Joseph.

  31. New England Patriots: Micah Kiser, ILB, Virginia
    The Patriots desperately need to address their linebacking corps, which has been an utter mess outside of Dont’a Hightower.

  32. Buffalo Bills: Anthony Miller, WR, Memphis
    It doesn’t seem likely that Jordan Matthews will be back next year, so the Bills will need to add another receiver to the mix.

    Pick change; previously D.J. Chark, WR





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