2019 NFL Mock Draft: Round 4

Last update: Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Major changes.
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Arizona Cardinals: David Long, CB, Michigan
It’s been several years now that the Cardinals have lacked a viable starter across from Patrick Peterson. Perhaps that’ll finally change.

David Long was one of the top performers in the drills at the combine. He also tested very well.

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Pick change; previously Anthony Nelson, DE/DT
San Francisco 49ers: Jimmy Moreland, CB, James Madison
The 49ers need to continue to bolster their secondary, which is still the weakest part of the roster. I expect San Francisco to draft multiple corners.

Jimmy Moreland is a gritty, instinctive slot cornerback.
New York Jets: Terry McLaurin, WR, Ohio State
The Jets need to give Sam Darnold at least one more downfield weapon to help his development.

Terry McLaurin had a terrific Senior Bowl and combine, and may have moved into fourth-, or even third-round consideration.

Pick change; previously Austin Bryant, DE

Oakland Raiders: Will Grier, QB, West Virginia
Will Grier could go much earlier than this, but if not, the Raiders may consider him with their initial third-day pick. They don’t have a developmental quarterback behind Derek Carr, so I imagine that they’ll be looking for one.

Pick change; previously Corey Ballentine, CB
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Vosean Joseph, LB, Florida
This is a possibility if the Buccaneers pass on Devin White at No. 5. Tampa needs an upgrade at linebacker after losing Kwon Alexander.

Vosean Joseph is a very instinctive and fast linebacker.

Pick change; previously Benny Snell, RB

New York Giants: Oshane Ximines, DE/OLB, Old Dominion
The Giants finally get their edge rusher, which is something they could address much earlier than this.

Oshane Ximines was a very productive edge rusher for Old Dominion.

Pick change; previously Benny Snell, RB
Jacksonville Jaguars: Austin Bryant, DE, Clemson
Outside of tackles, the Jaguars have worked out and/or visited with edge rushers more than any other position.

Pick change; previously Sean Bunting, CB

Cincinnati Bengals: Dennis Daley, OT, South Carolina
The Bengals have been scouting offensive tackles aggressively during the pre-draft process, so I imagine they’ll use a pick in the first four rounds on the position.

Pick change; previously Justin Hollins, LB
Detroit Lions: Cameron Smith, LB, USC
The Lions will have to spend a Round 2-4 pick on a linebacker if they don’t take Devin White No. 8 overall.

Cameron Smith was productive at USC, but there are concerns that he’ll have trouble in coverage in the NFL.

Buffalo Bills: Justice Hill, RB, Oklahoma State
LeSean McCoy won’t be on Buffalo’s roster for very much longer. In fact, there’s a good chance 2019 will be his final year with the Bills.

Scouts like Justice Hill’s speed and acceleration to the second level.
Baltimore Ravens: Amani Oruwariye, CB, Penn State
It doesn’t seem like Jimmy Smith and Brandon Carr will be around much longer, so the Ravens will have to add a younger cornerback to their roster.

Amani Oruwariye is a big cornerback (6-1, 203) who possesses some quickness. Long speed is a question mark.

Green Bay Packers: Ben Banogu, DE/OLB, TCU
The Packers added a couple of talented edge rushers in free agency, but they could still stand to acquire one more to make sure their defense is vastly improved.

Ben Banogu is quick off the edge, but needs to improve his technique. Banogu, a captain at TCU, has high character traits, so he could be chosen earlier than most expect.

Pick change; previously Hjalte Froholdt, G
Carolina Panthers: Lonnie Johnson, CB, Kentucky
I could see the Panthers doubling up on cornerbacks in the first few rounds of the draft, given how poor they happen to be at the position.

Lonnie Johnson has great size (6-2, 210) and terrific arm length (32 1/4 inches).

Miami Dolphins: David Long, LB, West Virginia
The Dolphins spent lots of time working out and visiting with linebackers during the pre-draft process, so it makes sense for them to use a mid-round pick on one.

David Long is a tough player with a great motor. He may not be very athletic, but he’ll be a solid player on a team. At the very least, he’ll be a quality special-teamer.

Pick change; previously Khalen Saunders, DT
Atlanta Falcons: Nate Davis, OT/G, Charlotte
The Falcons will need to add at least two offensive line upgrades in this draft, as their blocking took a hit last year.

Green Bay Packers: Drue Tranquill, LB, Notre Dame
The Packers lost Jake Ryan in free agency, so they’ll have to find some help at linebacker during the first half of the 2019 NFL Draft.
Cleveland Browns: Hjalte Froholdt, G, Arkansas
The Browns traded away Kevin Zeitler, one of the better guards in the NFL, so here’s a replacement.

Pick change; previously Dennis Daley, OT
Minnesota Vikings: Trey Pipkins, OT, Sioux Falls
Here’s yet another offensive lineman for the Vikings, who absolutely need to make sure that they protect their overpaid quarterback as well as possible.

Trey Pipkins was outstanding at the East-West Shrine Game. Competition level is an issue for him, but the Shrine performance quells that. He has plus length and strength to be a tackle in the NFL.
Tennessee Titans: Kaden Smith, TE, Stanford
Delanie Walker’s 2019 status is up in the air, so the Titans could select a new tight end in the first few rounds.
Pittsburgh Steelers: Jordan Brailford, DE/OLB, Oklahoma State
Bud Dupree is entering his contract year, so here’s a potential replacement for 2020 and beyond.
Baltimore Ravens: Blake Cashman, LB, Minnesota
The Ravens lost C.J. Mosley in free agency, so I imagine they’ll want to use an early pick on a linebacker.

Blake Cashman was highly productive at Minnesota, but had athleticism concerns heading into the combine. He answered those with a dominant performance in Indianapolis.

Seattle Seahawks: Greg Gaines, DT, Washington
Here’s more defensive line help for the Seahawks, who are expected to use multiple picks on the front.

Pick change; previously John Cominsky, DE
Denver Broncos: Michael Deiter, G/C, Wisconsin
The Broncos needed an interior offensive lineman before losing Matt Paradis, so here’s another inside blocker.

Michael Deiter has started at center and guard for Wisconsin, so teams will like his versatility.
Chicago Bears: Darius Slayton, WR, Auburn
The Bears have spent lots of time investigating wide receivers in the pre-draft process, so I expect them to use a Round 4-6 pick on one.

Darius Slayton was an inconsistent at Auburn. He needed another year in school to refine his game.

Pick change; previously Ka’dar Hollman, CB

Philadelphia Eagles: Connor McGovern, G/C, Penn State
As mentioned earlier, I expect the Eagles to address their interior offensive line early on the third day of the draft.

Pick change; previously Max Scharping, G/OT
Dallas Cowboys: Michael Jackson, CB, Miami
The Cowboys need to spend multiple selections on their secondary, as they have to bolster their cornerback and safety groups.
Indianapolis Colts: Ryquell Armstead, RB, Temple
Marlon Mack played very well to close out the year, but the Colts could still consider using a mid-round pick on a running back.

Ryquell Armstead had some positive feedback from talent evaluators in Indianapolis, as he had an impressive week. Armstead ran an excellent 40 (4.45), especially when considering his size (5-11, 220). He also posted a 7.02 3-cone, which was a very good time.
Los Angeles Chargers: Clayton Thorson, QB, Northwestern
The Chargers will have to think about using a pick in the first four rounds on a quarterback to eventually supplant Philip Rivers.

Clayton Thorson is an underrated prospect because of his dreadful supporting cast. He has plus mechanics, and he can make any pass, fitting throws into tight windows. He has a nice arm, and he’s also smart and athletic.
Buffalo Bills: Isaiah Buggs, DE/DT, Alabama
The Bills could replace Kyle Williams as early as No. 9 overall. In this mock draft, they’re waiting until the fourth round to do so.

New York Giants: Riley Ridley, WR, Georgia
It would be surprising if the Giants didn’t escape the first two days of the draft without a new receiver to replace Odell Beckham Jr.

Riley Ridley possesses a tremendous amount of potential, but is a raw product who should’ve returned to school.
Los Angeles Rams: Rodney Anderson, RB, Oklahoma
The Rams will need a viable backup behind Todd Gurley if C.J. Anderson leaves, especially in the wake of the news about Gurley’s knees.

Pick change; previously Jalen Jelks, DE
New England Patriots: Jordan Brown, CB, South Dakota State
The Patriots need to obtain a young cornerback, as Jason McCourty could opt to retire soon.

Pick change; previously Gerald Willis, DT

Indianapolis Colts: Joe Jackson, DE, Miami
The Colts made great strides defensively last year, but they were just 29th in adjusted sack rate. They’ll be looking to improve their pass rush.
Dallas Cowboys: Mike Weber, RB, Ohio State
The Cowboys could do better than Rod Smith as far as a backup for Ezekiel Elliott, which might explain why they’ve been so focused on running backs during the pre-draft process.

Pick change; previously Bryce Love, RB
Atlanta Falcons: Mecole Hardman, WR/KR, Georgia
The Falcons need to develop a third receiver and improve their return game. This pick should help both areas.

Outside of scoring touchdowns, which can be fluky, Mecole Hardman wasn’t very productive in 2018 with just 30 catches in regular-season play. That said, Hardman has blazing speed and can double as a kick returner. He’s someone who should’ve definitely returned to school, as he’s not a finished product as a receiver.
Philadelphia Eagles: Travis Fulgham, WR, Old Dominion
Excluding running backs, the Eagles have scouted wide receivers more than any other position during the pre-draft process. They’ll only have DeSean Jackson for one or two years, so they’ll need someone for the long term.

Pick change; previously Ben Burr-Kirven, LB