2019 NFL Mock Draft: Twelfth Edition

Here is my twelfth 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- Montez Sweat, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Mississippi State: You can argue it would be a mistake to pass on quarterback in this draft for Big Blue, but reading the T-leaves it looks like they'll go defense with this pick. He is is very athletic and fast and the Giants also need a pass rusher after the trading of Olivier Vernon so this pick would make some sense.

7. Jacksonville Jaguars- 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 Leonard Fournette find holes. The Jags have an already solid offensive line, but the presence of Taylor would only give it more depth and make life better for Nick Foles.

8. Detroit Lions- Greedy Williams, Cornerback, LSU: I would be somewhat surprised if this pick isn't a defensive player. Williams is the best corner in this draft and he's someone that is fast, lengthy, and athletic. Matt Patricia would love to play him opposite Darius Slay in that secondary.

9. Buffalo Bills- 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 Bills need more help on the offensive line rather than the defensive line, but the retirement of Kyle Williams opened up a hole that Oliver can facilitate.

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- Dwayne Haskins, Quarterback, Ohio State: This could be a either fantasy by Andy Dalton's critics or real buzz that the Bengals are starting to focus on replacing Dalton. Haskins is the best quarterback in this draft class and he's someone that has the leadership and personality to be a franchise quarterback.

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- Rashan Gary, Defensive End, Michigan: 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. Gary is somebody who did not live upto his number one top prospect ranking he was given in high school, but maybe he finds his potential in the pros instead.

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- Jonah Williams, Offensive Tackle, Alabama: The Panthers land a mega steal here with Williams, who is the best lineman in the draft. Williams will be starting right away in this scenario and 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)- Clelin Ferrell, Defensive End, Clemson: The second of two Clemson players get taken here with Ferrell. The Giants desperately need help on their pass rush arguably as badly as they need their franchise quarterback. Ferrell is someone who will start on day one and will give the team someone who can get to the quarterback and stop the run very well.

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- Brian Burns, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Florida State: Burns is someone that could go in the top fifteen or slide out of the first round entirely. He's someone that can rush the passer and someone that can play alongside Jurrell Casey in Nashville.

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 who's stock is rapidly rising by the week with his good Senior Bowl performance. He's not even considered the best safety in the draft, but the Seahawks have a need at the position and I can see Pete Carroll rolling the dice here.

22. Baltimore Ravens- DK Metclaf, Wide Receiver, Ole Miss: Metclaf is someone who could wind up a steal from this spot. This would be a nice weapon for Lamar Jackson, who needs a downfield threat guy to help his development.

23. Houston Texans- Dalton Risner, Offensive Tackle, Kansas State: The Texans had the worst offensive line in the sport a year ago and they need all the reinforcements that they can use. Risner is someone that can come in and start immediately for a unit that allowed a ton of sacks a season ago.

24. Oakland Raiders (from Chicago Bears)- Devin Bush, Inside Linebacker, Michigan: What a steal this is for Jon Gruden and company! Bush is someone that could theoretically go in the top ten and landing him this far back would be amazing. He would start immediately on this Raiders team that is looking for youth on the defensive side of the ball.

25. Philadelphia Eagles- Dexter Lawrence, Defensive Tackle, Clemson: Here is the third of the three Clemson players that are expected to go in the first round and Lawrence could wind up the best one of the trio. He reminds me of current Eagle Fletcher Cox and the thought of those two on the interior together is scary.

26. Indianapolis Colts- Jerry Tillery, Defensive Tackle, Notre Dame: Tillery is someone that would fit very well into the new young core the Colts have forming as they build around Andrew Luck. He's a versatile player that could be a steal for whomever picks him.

27. Oakland Raiders (from Dallas Cowboys)- Josh Jacobs, Running Back, Alabama: The Raiders use their third 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.

28. Los Angeles Chargers- Jeffery Simmons, Defensive Tackle, Mississippi State: Simmons stock has dropped after he tore his ACL, so the Chargers could get a steal here if he lives up to his potential. He would be a solid fit next to Joey Bosa on that defensive line.

29. Kansas City Chiefs- DeAndre Baker, Cornerback, Georgia: Baker is one of the more underrated corners in draft. The Chiefs need secondary help more than any of the Super Bowl contenders and Baker can come in and start immediately.

30. Green Bay Packers (from New Orleans Saints)- Hakeem Butler, Wide Receiver, Iowa State: Butler is somebody who's stock is rising and I can see the Packers snagging him here. They need someone to replace Randall Cobb and Butler would fit in as their wide receiver depth is pretty thin outside of DeVante Adams.

31. Los Angeles Rams- Garrett Bradbury, Center, North Carolina State: Bradbury is someone who's stock is rising rapidly and is the best center in this draft. The Rams lost John Sullivan in free agency and Bradbury can come in and possibly start right away.

32. New England Patriots- Parris Campbell, Wide Receiver, Ohio State: The second of Dwayne Haskins's targets goes off the board here. Campbell is someone with a lot of speed and he would help Tom Brady and that offense.