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NFL Mock Draft 2019: Dolphins, Bengals pick QBs; Jets take star defender

With the 2018 NFL Draft in the books, it’s only right that we immediately look to next year’s draft class. Using Super Bowl odds for next year, we’ve determined a draft order for the 2019 NFL Draft.

The 2019 NFL Draft class will feature at least two elite defensive line prospects in Houston’s Ed Oliver and Ohio State’s Nick Bosa in what should be a defense-heavy top of the draft.

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NFL Mock Draft 2019

1. New York Jets: Ed Oliver, DT, Houston

Oliver is the 2019 NFL Draft’s best prospect, and he has Ndamukong Suh-like potential. He’s a defense-changing player who could be one of the best defensive linemen in the NFL as soon as he steps on the field.


2. Cincinnati Bengals: Justin Herbert, QB, Oregon

If not for injury, Herbert in 2017 might have led Oregon to a better record and, potentially, could have garnered Heisman consideration. He has the arm talent, confidence in the pocket and perimeter placement to be a star in the NFL.


3. Chicago Bears: Nick Bosa, DE, Ohio State

The brother of former third overall pick Joey Bosa, Nick should be a top-five pick, too. He and Oliver will contend for the top non-quarterback spot in the 2019 NFL Draft.


4. Miami Dolphins: Drew Lock, QB, Missouri

If the Dolphins finish with the fourth worst record in the league, it probably will be time to move on from Ryan Tannehill. Lock has to improve this year, but he could end up being the second quarterback drafted.


5. Cleveland Browns: Jonah Williams, OT, Alabama

The Browns didn’t replace Joe Thomas in the 2018 NFL Draft, and they likely will have to find his long-term replacement in 2019. Williams projects to be the top offensive tackle in the class.

6. Arizona Cardinals: Zach Allen, DE, Boston College

Allen is a better prospect than last year’s Boston College star Harold Landry. Had Allen declared for the 2018 NFL Draft, he’d have been a first-round pick.


7. Buffalo Bills: Juwan Johnson, WR, Penn State

With Saquon Barkley, Mike Gesicki and DaeSean Hamilton gone, it’ll be Johnson’s offense at Penn State. If QB Trace McSorely can take advantage of his big-bodied, outside receiver, Johnson will rise to the status of best wide receiver for next year’s draft.


8. Washington Redskins: DeAndre Baker, CB, Georgia

In what looks to be a less than stellar 2019 defensive back class, Baker might stand out as the only top 20-worthy corner. He’ll be one of the leaders for the Bulldogs this season.


9. Indianapolis Colts: A.J. Brown, WR, Ole Miss

The Colts waited until Day 3 of the 2018 draft to find receiver help, and they’ll likely need further upgrades next year. Brown has big-play ability on the perimeter and projects as a top-20 pick.


10. New York Giants: Dexter Lawrence, DT, Clemson

Lawrence likely will be the first player drafted from a loaded defensive line at Clemson. The dominant interior defender sets up the entire defense thanks to constant penetration and the commanding of double teams.


11. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Clelin Ferrell, DE, Clemson

The Bucs have two veterans at defensive end, and they’ll need to find a young rusher to complement Noah Spence for the long term. Ferrell would have been a first-rounder in 2018.


12. Detroit Lions: Rashan Gary, DT, Michigan

A phenomenal athlete who’s likely to take the next step as an interior pass-rusher in 2018, Gary can play outside or inside in the NFL.


13. Tennessee Titans: Beau Benzschawel, G, Wisconsin

While he’s not as good of a guard prospect as Quenton Nelson was this year, Benzschawel has similar top-20 upside. He’s the best player on what should be a loaded Wisconsin offensive line.


14. Baltimore Ravens: Raekwon Davis, DT, Alabama

Even though Ozzie Newsome is done, it’d be fitting for Baltimore to keep up the trend of drafting Alabama players. Davis is next in a long line of versatile, powerful Alabama defensive linemen.


15. Los Angeles Chargers: Greg Little, OT, Ole Miss

The Chargers didn’t address offensive tackle in the 2018 draft, and they’ll likely need to find a starter in next year’s class. Little will contend for the top offensive tackle spot; he might be as good as former Rebel Laremy Tunsil as a prospect.


16. Kansas City Chiefs: Christian Miller, OLB, Alabama

With Justin Houston potentially entering his last year in Kansas City, the Chiefs might need to find a pass-rusher who can replace his value to the defense.


17. Carolina Panthers: Trey Adams, OT, Washington

The Panthers need to start planning to replace Matt Kalil, and Adams had a chance to be a first-rounder in 2018 before an injury.


18. Dallas Cowboys: Noah Fant, TE, Iowa

The Cowboys seemed surprised by the Jason Witten retirement reports and will need a tight end next year. Fant has a chance to be a special prospect at the position.


19. Seattle Seahawks: David Sills, WR, West Virginia

Seattle has tried to fill its receiver needs with late-round picks and undrafted free agents, but it’s time to finally give Russell Wilson some big-bodied threats on the perimeter. Sills can be that type of big-play weapon, especially in the red zone.


20. Denver Broncos: Christian Wilkins, DT, Clemson

Denver added to its defensive line with Bradley Chubb this year, but more interior players could be needed. Wilkins benefits from the disruption caused by his Clemson teammates.


21. Oakland Raiders: Austin Bryant, DE, Clemson

The Raiders started to retool their defense in the 2018 draft, an effort that likely will continue in 2019. Bryant could be a dynamic pairing with Khalil Mack.


22. Houston Texans: DreMont Jones, DT, Ohio State

Jones considered entering the 2018 NFL Draft but opted to stay in school. Despite a strong defensive line class in 2019, he’ll likely still be in the first-round mix.


23. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jarrett Stidham, QB, Auburn

The Jaguars are sticking with Blake Bortles as the starter for 2018, but that could change for 2019 if he can’t lead them to the playoffs this season. Stidham has a lot of upside and could rise to be a first-round QB prospect.


24. Atlanta Falcons: Michael Deiter, OT, Wisconsin

Atlanta needs to start rebuilding it offensive line, and after passing on the position early in the 2018 NFL Draft, that need will persist next year. Deiter can offer tackle or guard value to his future team.


25. Green Bay Packers (via Saints): David Edwards, OT, Wisconsin

The second offensive tackle and third lineman from Wisconsin who earns first-round consideration, Edwards is a massive, powerful tackle who could be a plug-and-play blocker in 2019.


26. Green Bay Packers: T.J. Edwards, ILB, Wisconsin

The Packers might just stay in-state and draft only Wisconsin players in 2019. Edwards is the draft’s best inside linebacker and could earn first-round grades.


27. San Francisco 49ers: Mike Weber, RB, Ohio State

The 49ers have invested mid-round picks and free-agent dollars to the position, but it might take a first-round running back to complete their offense. Weber is one of a few running backs who might earn first-round consideration in 2019.


28. Pittsburgh Steelers: Porter Gustin, OLB, USC

The Steelers picked up Bud Dupree’s fifth-year option, but he might not be in their plans much longer. Gustin is an active outside pass-rusher who can play right away in the NFL.


29. Los Angeles Rams: Anfernee Jennings, LB, Alabama

Jennings might be yet another Alabama linebacker who becomes a first-round pick. He is a massive player who has outstanding physicality to play inside or outside in the NFL.

30. Minnesota Vikings: Jaylon Ferguson, DE, Louisiana Tech

Ferguson considered entering the 2018 NFL Draft but opted to stay in school, and he has the potential to rise as first-round defensive end prospect for a 4-3 or a 3-4 defense.


31. Philadelphia Eagles: Isaiah Prince, OT, Ohio State

Ohio State keeps churning out offensive line prospects, and Prince looks to be a capable left or right tackle prospect. The Eagles might need an NFL-ready tackle if Jason Peters retires.


32. New England Patriots: Delvon Randall, S, Temple

Randall has a chance to rise as a first-round prospect. He has tremendous range and finishes with great ball skills and tackling ability in space.