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NFL MOCK DRAFT 3.0: How free agency has shaken up the first round

Several teams went out shopping in free agency while others will still have plenty of holes to plug with the draft just about a month away.

1.Jacksonville

Trevor Lawrence, QB, Clemson

No questions with this one here. Lawrence remains atop just about everyone’s big board.

2. New York Jets

Zach Wilson, QB, BYU

31The biggest question for the Jets on draft day will likely be what kind of return they can get for Sam Darnold.

3. Miami

Penei Sewell, OT, Oregon

Will get offers to trade down and just might. The pick here is either Sewell or one of the elite WRs.

4. Atlanta

Kyle Pitts, TE, Florida

In a prime spot to trade down after committing to Ryan. Pitts would allow new coach Smith to dominate in two-TE sets.

5. Cincinnati

Ja’Marr Chase, WR, LSU

With Sewell off the board, the Bengals would be smart to get an elite weapon for Joe Burrow.

6. Philadelphia

DeVonta Smith, WR, Alabama

The Eagles are in desperate need for a high-end target and the Heisman winner would give them a game-changer.

7. Detroit

Jaylen Waddle, WR, Alabama

After losing Golladay and Jones in free agency, the Lions absolutely need someone for Goff to throw to.

8. Carolina

Trey Lance, QB, North Dakota State

If the Panthers can’t land a proven vet in a trade, they’ll certainly look to grab one of the draft’s top four QBs.

9. Denver

Justin Fields, QB, Ohio State

The Broncos could trade up for a QB, but the electric Fields falls right into their laps in this mock.

10. Dallas

Patrick Surtain II, CB, Alabama

After seeing Awuzie walk away, the Cowboys need for another starting corner is only magnified.

11. New York Giants

Micah Parsons, LB, Penn State

Can focus elsewhere after picking up a high-end WR (Golladay) and a new starting CB (Jackson) in free agency.

12. San Francisco

Caleb Farley, CB, Virginia Tech

Might take a look at Mac Jones, but despite bringing back Verrett, the Niners are very thin at CB.

13. Los Angeles Chargers

Rashawn Slater, OT, Northwestern

Made some big moves to improve the interior of their line and now take a top tackle to finish rebuild.

14. Minnesota

Christian Darrisaw, OT, Virginia Tech

Loss of starting tackle Reiff leaves a big hole in an area that was already a concern for the Vikes.

15. New England

Mac Jones, QB, Alabama

Belichick has a strong connection with Alabama and the re-signing of Newton would allow Jones to learn for a year.

16. Arizona

Jaycee Horn, CB, South Carolina

The addition of J.J. Watt puts a bandaid on the pass rush need while Horn could replace Patrick Peterson.

17. Las Vegas

Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, LB, Notre Dame

Having torn down their O-line that’s another big possibility, but JOK could bring the Raiders D to the next level.

18. Miami

Kwity Paye, DE, Michigan

Could be set to rise after his pro day, has great athleticism and sky-high potential.

19. Washington

Alijah Vera-Tucker, OT, USC

Adding Samuel in free agency should cross off WR as a need, pushing them towards this versatile lineman.

20. Chicago

Teven Jenkins, OT, Oklahoma State

There’s a lot of holes to fill, but getting the offensive line right is an excellent place to start.

21. Indianapolis

Jaelen Phillips, DE, Miami

The Colts are solid against the run on the line, but need to get more pressure on the edge.

22. Tennessee

Kadarius Toney, WR, Florida

Seeing Corey Davis and Jonnu Smith skip town leaves a massive void in the Titans’ passing game.

23. New York Jets

Azeez Ojulari, OLB, Georgia

A raw edge rushing prospect, new coach Robert Saleh could help turn him into a stud.

24. Pittsburgh

Liam Eichenberg, OT, Notre Dame

With barely any cap room, the Steelers will need to address their O-line problems throughout the draft.

25. Jacksonville

Trevon Moehrig, S, TCU

As the draft’s highest-rated safety, Moehrig could go much higher. Would step right in as centre-fielder type for the Jags.

26. Cleveland

Zaven Collins, LB, Tulsa

Can play off the ball or rush the passer, which would make him an intriguing fit opposite Myles Garrett.

27. Baltimore

Gregory Rousseau, DE, Miami

Lost a pair of pass rushers in the off-season, creating a hole that the high-potential Rousseau could fill.

28. New Orleans

Greg Newsome II, CB, Northwestern

The cap-tapped Saints have holes everywhere, but need a new starting CB opposite Lattimore.

29. Green Bay

Landon Dickerson, C, Alabama

We know that Aaron Rodgers would love a pass-catcher here, but the priority should be replacing Cory Linsley.

30. Buffalo

Tyson Campbell, CB, Georgia

The Bills’ pass defence needs work and should look to upgrade the spot across from Tre White.

31. Kansas City

Samuel Cosmi, OT, Texas

Cosmi is a fast-rising prospect that could step right in to start on the Chiefs’ rebuilt offensive line.

32. Tampa Bay

Christian Barmore, DT, Alabama

With Suh remaining on the open market, the Super Bowl champs could pair Vea with this stud DT.

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