2019 NFL Mock Draft: Ninth Edition

Here is the ninth edition of my 2019 NFL Mock Draft.

1. Arizona Cardinals- Kyler Murray, Quarterback, Oklahoma: A month ago, I thought that the Murray to the Cardinals talk was fake news. After Steve Keim came out and said "Josh Rosen is our quarterback...... for now" convinced me that Murray is a near lock to go to Arizona and Josh Rosen is trade bait. Murray has a lot of respect from Kliff Kingsbury and that is the obvious connection that is making the media think this is a distinct possibility.

2. San Francisco 49ers- Nick Bosa, Defensive End, Ohio State: This is the dream scenario for the Niners. Getting the best player in the draft is always a win for whomever drafts the player. Bosa would be an upgrade over any of the pass rushers currently on the Niners roster and he would have an immediate impact like Myles Garrett did a few years back with the Browns.

3. New York Jets- Josh Allen, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Kentucky: Allen is the one player that was a huge riser from the summer until now. The Jets have a need for immediate impact talent (and versatility) on the defensive side of the ball and Allen would be a great fit. A trade down is not out of the question, either because the Jets still have other needs to address.

4. Oakland Raiders- Quinnen Williams, Defensive Tackle, Alabama: Williams is someone that the Silver And Black will gladly take and Jon Gruden loves players like Williams. He's physical and he can flat out tackle. I see a poor mans Aaron Donald here. It would be a huge win for Gruden and Mike Maycock if Arizona takes Murray and/or if someone trades up to 2 or 3 to take Dwayne Haskins or someone else.

5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Devin White, Inside Linebacker, LSU: White is someone that is a fast riser among defensive players in the draft. I wouldn't be shocked if Oakland picks him at 4. The Bucs have a need at the linebacker position and White is someone that's a dynamic tackling machine that could be a future Pro-bowler.

6. New York Giants- Dwayne Haskins, Quarterback, Ohio State: This is a marriage that has to happen. Eli Manning is not good anymore and is five years past his prime. Haskins is someone that there was rumors that the Giants had zero interest in him, but than reports circled that they had dinner with him after the combine and they had key staff at his Pro Day. He is the best quarterback in this draft and has the makings of a leader. Exactly what the Giants are looking for.

7. Jacksonville Jaguars- Ed Oliver, Defensive Tackle, Houston: Oliver was once projected a top-five pick and his stock has dropped dramatically, so there's a chance Oliver is a steal at this point. The Jaguars let go of Malik Jackson and Oliver is a nice younger and cheaper replacement. There are many options here whether it's trading down, taking an offensive lineman, or an offensive play maker for Nick Foles.

8. Detroit Lions- Greedy Williams, Cornerback, LSU: This is another marriage that makes a lot of sense. Williams is the best corner in the draft and the Lions could use another athlete in the secondary to go with Darius Slay. Matt Patricia would like a player of Williams's caliber. A pass rusher could be in play here although they signed ex-Patriot Trey Flowers, but Williams would not be a bad selection either.

9. Buffalo Bills- Jonah Williams, Offensive Tackle, Alabama: The Bills biggest need is to get protection for Josh Allen. They did sign guys in free agency like Mitch Morse, but snagging the best offensive linemen in the draft is a huge win for this team going forward and it could help Allen develop into the franchise quarterback they thought they were getting when they traded up a year ago.

10. Denver Broncos- Drew Lock, Quarterback, Missouri: There is some chatter that the Broncos might take or trade up for a quarterback, but I can see John Elway taking a chance here despite despite other speculation that he won't take a quarterback. Joe Flacco is only under contract for one season and Lock can learn from him.

11. Cincinnati Bengals- Devin Bush, Inside Linebacker, Michigan: Bush is someone who's stock is rising of late who has first round talent. The Bengals don't have Vontaze Burfict anymore, so a need emerges at the position and they are a team that can use youth on their defense. There's some speculation that they are looking to find Andy Dalton's replacement, but I'm not buying it.

12. Green Bay Packers- T.J. Hockenson, Tight End, Iowa: Jimmy Graham isn't the same player he once was in New Orleans so the Packers should snag a fast rising tight end in Hockenson. He's a good blocker and has drawn comparisons to George Kittle of the 49ers. It also wouldn't surprise me if they (and probably is the wiser choice to) take a defensive player.

13. Miami Dolphins- Montez Sweat, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Mississippi State: Miami is a team that is all in on Tank For Tua after it decided to trade Ryan Tannehill away and sign Ryan Fitzpatrick to a 2-year contract. Sweat is someone that's fast rising and is very athletic and fast and is someone the Dolphins can build their front seven around.

14. Atlanta Falcons- Christian Wilkins, Defensive Tackle, Clemson: Wilkins is the first of three Clemson defensive lineman to be drafted. The Falcons did franchise tag Gardy Jarrett instead of letting him test the open market, but selecting a defensive lineman here would bolster their depth at that area and Wilkins can start for Dan Quinn immediately if need be.

15. Washington Redskins- Daniel Jones, Quarterback, Duke: With Alex Smith's future uncertain, the Skins take a chance with a young quarterback in Jones. He has drawn comparisons to Eli Manning and also has participated in the Manning Passing Academy. His stock has risen with a good showing in the Senior Bowl and the combine it sure seems like he's a sure fire first round pick.

16. Carolina Panthers- Jawaan Taylor, Offensive Tackle, Florida: Taylor is someone that has risen fast after a strong combine performance. He is someone that excels in the run game and that would help Christian McCaffrey find holes. Cam Newton needs protection badly because he's a quarterback that is an injury risk as of right now.

17. New York Giants (from Cleveland Browns)- Brian Burns, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Florida State: There's a chance the Giants trade this and the sixth pick for the franchise quarterback they desperately need. Burns is someone that is rising with speed, but his weakness is that he isn't great against the run. The Giants have plenty of options here, but if the quarterback magically falls to them at six, defense would be a wise play here.

18. Minnesota Vikings- Cody Ford, Offensive Tackle, Oklahoma: The Vikings are a team that's close to being a contender and they must address their biggest weakness- their offensive line. Ford is someone that is coming off a strong final season in college and would be a welcomed addition to a Vikings offensive line, that needs youth and reinforcements.

19. Tennessee Titans- Noah Fant, Tight End, Iowa: The Titans are a team that is in dire need for offensive fire-power around Marcus Mariota. Fant is someone that could end up being the best tight end in the draft and with Delaney Walker nearing the end of his prime, Fant could be a solid replacement down the road. Going defense with this pick would not be a bad idea either.

20. Pittsburgh Steelers- Byron Murphy, Cornerback, Washington: Murphy falling this far would be somewhat of a steal for the Steelers. Yes, they absolutely need a wide receiver with the departure of Antonio Brown, but this wouldn't be a bad option considering their secondary isn't great either.

21. Seattle Seahawks- Nassir Adderley, Safety, Delaware: Adderley is someone that is fast rising in this draft and Seattle has the obvious need now with Earl Thomas departing. He's someone that Pete Carroll would like with his physicality and size.

22. Baltimore Ravens- DK Metclaf, Wide Receiver, Ole Miss: The Ravens have more needs in terms of offensive playmakers more than any team that made the playoffs last season. Metclaf would be a nice weapon for Lamar Jackson, who needs a downfield threat guy to help his development. A defensive player is also not out of the question here, either.

23. Houston Texans- Andre Dillard, Offensive Tackle, Washington State: No team needs an offensive line improvement in the league more than the Texans. Dillard is someone rising due to a strong combine showing at the combine. He's the best blocking tackle in the draft and that would be a treat for DeShaun Watson, who was sacked 62 (!!!!) times last year.

24. Oakland Raiders (from Chicago Bears)- Josh Jacobs, Running Back, Alabama: The Raiders use their second first rounder for a position of need with Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin not being long term solutions. Jacobs is the best running back in the draft and I can see Maycock and Gruden taking him here before the Eagles go on the clock.

25. Philadelphia Eagles- Jerry Tillery, Defensive Tackle, Notre Dame: The Eagles are a team that's made some changes on the defensive front this offseason. I can see them taking a depth piece here with Tillery, who is versatile. There is a chance they reach for a safety here or if Adams falls here, they'd take him.

26. Indianapolis Colts- AJ Brown, Wide Receiver, Ole Miss: The Colts suddenly look like a team that has a look of a contender. A defensive player is the wiser choice but Andrew Luck needs another reliable wideout other than TY Hilton. I'm not sold on Devin Funchess being a reliable #2 receiver and Brown is someone that was overshadowed by DK Metclaf in college and could thrive with Andrew Luck.

27. Oakland Raiders (from Dallas Cowboys)- Rock Ya-Sin, Cornerback, Temple: This is a major reach for the Raiders final first round pick. Ya-Sin is a fast riser who is very physical and someone Gruden would really like to pair next to Gareon Conley in the secondary.

28. Los Angeles Chargers- Hakeem Butler, Wide Receiver, Iowa State: Butler is someone who's a fast riser on peoples boards. The Chargers need to replace the departed Tyrell Williams and Butler wouldn't be a bad option to go with Keenan Allen and Mike Williams.

29. Kansas City Chiefs- Chris Lindstrom, Guard, Boston College: Lindstrom is the best guard in the draft and the Chiefs wouldn't be a bad spot for him. He's great against the run and that would give holes for Damien Williams to run. Yes, the Chiefs should go defense here with this pick, but this isn't the worst option for them.

30. Green Bay Packers (from New Orleans Saints)- Dionte Thompson, Safety, Alabama: Thompson would be a mega steal dropping this far. Green Bay did add Adrian Amos at the safety position, but they can draft Thompson to give themselves depth in an area where they can use it.

31. Los Angeles Rams- Dexter Lawrence, Defensive Tackle, Clemson: The second Clemson defensive lineman taken goes to a team that is loaded. Lawrence can step in and replace Ndamukong Suh immediately on that defensive line. Imagine him on the same line as Aaron Donald? Lawrence reminds me of Fletcher Cox and Sean McVay would like that.

32. New England Patriots- Clelin Ferrell, Defensive End, Clemson: The final Clemson defensive lineman taken and Bill Belichick would gladly take him. Ferrell can start immediately and replace Trey Flowers on that pass rush.