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Redskins grab Haskins' former WR teammate McLaurin
The Washington Redskins selected wide receiver Terry McLaurin out of Ohio State in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 76th overall.McLaurin reunites with the Redskins' first-round pick, quarterback Dwayne Haskins, who set Big Ten records last year in part due to the receiver's blazing speed.While the senior only managed 701 yards in his final season with the Buckeyes, he averaged an eye-popping 20 yards per catch. McLaurin joins a receiving corps that's headlined by Josh Doctson and Paul Richardson but is significantly lacking in depth.Prospect profileSchool: Ohio State
Packers select tight end Jace Sternberger
The Green Bay Packers continue to add weaponry for quarterback Aaron Rodgers, selecting tight end Jace Sternberger out of Texas A&M in the third round with the 75th overall pick.Green Bay has replaced Jordy Nelson and Randall Cobb with receivers in the last two drafts, while Sternberger will join fellow Green Bay tight ends Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis.Sternberger broke out with 832 yards and 10 touchdowns for the Aggies in 2018.Prospect profileSchool: Texas A&M
Seahawks end D.K. Metcalf's slide to close out 2nd round
The Seattle Seahawks sent the 77th overall pick (third round) and 118th pick (fourth round) to the New England Patriots in order to select wide receiver D.K. Metcalf out of Ole Miss in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 64th overall.After freak athletic testing at the NFL combine, many expected Metcalf to be chosen in the first round, but his slide ultimately ended with the final pick in Round 2.The former Rebel wideout now joins a group of pass-catchers led by Tyler Lockett.Reports surfaced Friday that veteran Doug Baldwin's NFL career is in jeopardy due to multiple injuries, so Metcalf's selection may fill a major roster hole.Prospect profileSchool: Ole Miss
Bears get Cohen new running mate in Montgomery
The Chicago Bears selected running back David Montgomery out of Iowa State in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 73rd overall.The Bears made a deal with the New England Patriots to jump up for Montgomery.
Eagles add weapon for Wentz, draft J.J. Arcega-Whiteside
The Philadelphia Eagles selected wide receiver J.J. Arcega-Whiteside out of Stanford in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 57th overall.Arcega-Whiteside adds a big-play weapon to Doug Pederson's offense. He dominated on contested catches with the Cardinal.With Alshon Jeffery and DeSean Jackson currently atop the Eagles' wideout depth chart, trade rumors for Nelson Agholor could ramp up. Philadephia had been listening to trade offers for the former first-round pick, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.Prospect profileSchool: Stanford
Chargers get Nasir Adderley to pair with Derwin James
The Los Angeles Chargers have selected safety Nasir Adderley out of Delaware in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 60th overall.More to come.Prospect profileSchool: Delaware
Browns finally end Greedy Williams' slide in Round 2
The Cleveland Browns traded up with the Indianapolis Colts to select cornerback Greedy Williams out of LSU in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 46th overall.Cleveland sent the 49th pick and a fifth-round selection back to Indy.Williams was expected to come off the board in the first round but slid to the middle of the second, where he became the eighth cornerback taken.He fills a glaring need for Cleveland, which had been searching for a cornerback to pair with ascending star Denzel Ward. The Browns didn't make a pick in the first round, as they traded it in the Odell Beckham Jr. deal in March.
Colts continue adding to receiving corps with Parris Campbell selection
The Indianapolis Colts have selected wide receiver Parris Campbell out of Ohio State in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 59th overall.More to come.Prospect profileSchool: Ohio State
Eagles bolster backfield with Miles Sanders
The Philadelphia Eagles selected running back Miles Sanders out of Penn State with the 53rd overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.Sanders sat behind Saquon Barkley in college until last season, where he broke out as a starter for the Nittany Lions.Philadelphia's backfield already features Corey Clement, Wendell Smallwood, Josh Adams, and recently acquired Jordan Howard from the Chicago Bears. Sanders appears pegged for a rotational role in Year 1.The Eagles' rush offense ranked 28th in the NFL last season.Prospect profileSchool: Penn State
Titans grab wideout A.J. Brown in 2nd round
The Tennessee Titans selected wide receiver A.J. Brown out of Ole Miss in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 51st overall.Tennessee gets a necessary weapon for Marcus Mariota after finishing 29th in the league in passing offense last season. Its 2017 first-round pick, Corey Davis, led the team in receiving yards with 891 and running back Dion Lewis placed second with 400 yards. Davis led the Titans in receiving TDs with four.Brown is just the fourth receiver taken in this year's draft.Prospect profileSchool: Ole Miss
Vikings snag TE Irv Smith midway through 2nd round
The Minnesota Vikings selected tight end Irv Smith Jr. out of Alabama in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 50th overall.Smith was one of three high-profile tight ends in the 2019 draft class, joining first-rounders T.J. Hockenson and Noah Fant from Iowa.Smith boasts value both as a blocker and a pass-catcher. The Vikings bolstered their much-maligned offensive line in the first round, going with North Carolina State center Garrett Bradbury.In 15 games for the Crimson Tide last season, Smith hauled in 44 receptions for 710 yards and seven touchdowns. It was a breakout year for the junior, who began his career backing up O.J. Howard, now of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Smith figures to slot in behind veteran Kyle Rudolph on the Vikings' depth chart at tight end, though Minnesota could now conceivably deem Rudolph expendable.Prospect profileSchool: Alabama
Broncos add to offensive line, select Dalton Risner
The Denver Broncos selected offensive lineman Dalton Risner out of Kansas State in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 41st overall.Risner is a versatile blocker who can assume a number of different positions. He played right tackle for the Wildcats in 2018, but Denver currently features 2017 first-round pick Garett Bolles and newly signed Ja'Wuan James on the edge.The Broncos lost Matt Paradis to the Carolina Panthers in free agency, and a number of evaluators believe Risner projects best at center.Prospect profileSchool: Kansas State
Raiders bolster secondary with CB Trayvon Mullen
The Oakland Raiders selected cornerback Trayvon Mullen out of Clemson with the 40th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.The Raiders continue to use their horde of assets to revamp their defense following the first-round selections of pass-rusher Clelin Ferrell and safety Johnathan Abram.Mullen is a strong man coverage corner who possesses the kind of physicality Oakland covets in its defensive backs, and should immediately compete for the starting job opposite Gareon Conley.Prospect profileSchool: Clemson
Bills trade up to select Cody Ford, fortify O-line
The Buffalo Bills traded up with the Oakland Raiders to select offensive tackle Cody Ford out of Oklahoma in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 38th overall.Oakland received the 40th pick and a fifth-round selection (No. 158 overall) in return.Ford gives the Bills another potential starter for their offensive line, which underwent an overhaul via free agency and could feature five new starters in 2019.Ford started 21 games for the Sooners over his collegiate career. He was an All-Big 12 first-team selection in 2018 after establishing himself as an elite right tackle helping protect quarterback Kyler Murray.Prospect profileSchool: Oklahoma
Panthers trade up to select OT Greg Little
The Carolina Panthers sent the 47th overall pick and 77th pick (third round) to the Seattle Seahawks to select offensive tackle Greg Little out of Ole Miss in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft.The Panthers had shown significant interest in Little during the pre-draft process, meeting with him on multiple occasions, and ultimately traded up to select him 37th overall.Carolina prioritized protecting Cam Newton with this pick. The former Rebel blocker could compete with Taylor Moton or Daryl Williams for a starting position at either left or right tackle.Prospect profileSchool: Ole Miss
49ers draft Deebo Samuel, give Garoppolo another weapon
The San Francisco 49ers selected wide receiver Deebo Samuel out of South Carolina in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 36th overall.Samuel will join a receiving corps headlined by Marquise Goodwin, Dante Pettis, and Jordan Matthews. It's a solid group but none are proven threats, and the 49ers needed to upgrade the unit to help ease Jimmy Garoppolo's return from his season-ending knee injury.The former South Carolina standout's versatility and refined skill set should be perfect for head coach Kyle Shanahan's scheme, which excels at allowing receivers to maximize yards after the catch.Prospect profileSchool: South Carolina
Colts draft Rock Ya-Sin with their 1st selection of 2019 draft
The Indianapolis Colts selected cornerback Rock Ya-Sin out of Temple with the 34th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.A decorated high school wrestler, Ya-Sin began his college football career in the FCS at Presbyterian before transferring to Temple for his senior campaign. He flourished with the Owls, recording 47 tackles, 14 pass breakups, and two interceptions in 12 games.Ya-Sin will bolster a Colts secondary that started Kenny Moore and Pierre Desir at cornerback last year. Indianapolis also used a second-round selection on Quincy Wilson in 2017, though the former Florida star has struggled to find consistency at the NFL level.Prospect profileSchool: Temple
Cardinals kick off 2nd round by selecting Byron Murphy
The Arizona Cardinals have selected cornerback Byron Murphy out of Washington with the first pick of the second round in the 2019 NFL Draft, 33rd overall.More to come.Prospect profile School: Washington
Nick Bosa apologizes for Kaepernick tweet
The newest San Francisco 49er apologized Friday for a 2016 tweet criticizing a former 49er.Nick Bosa, the second overall pick in Thursday night's draft, was unveiled by the Niners during a press conference Friday. The pass-rusher addressed a controversy that arose weeks prior to the draft when it was learned Bosa deleted old tweets, including one in which he called Colin Kaepernick a "clown."Twitter/@nbsmallerbearThe tweet was made Aug. 31, 2016, at the height of the controversy surrounding Kaepernick and his protest of racial inequality during the national anthem.
Criminal case against Hill reopened after audio release
The criminal case against Kansas City Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill was reopened Friday following the release of an audio clip Thursday of him and his fiancee, Crystal Espinal, discussing their three-year-old son and the investigation into possible child abuse, head coach Andy Reid confirmed, according to The Kansas City Star's Brooke Pryor.In the recording, Espinal asks Hill why their three-year-old son said "Daddy did it," in reference to an incident that left the child with a serious arm injury.Hill and Espinal were both under investigation for child abuse, but district attorney Stephen Howe said Wednesday that no charges would be filed, citing a lack of evidence in the case over who committed the act. However, Howe stated he believes a crime did occur.The Chiefs told the receiver to not to participate in team activities until the organization learns more about the incident.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Chiefs tell Hill to stay away from team amid troubling audio clips
Warning: Story contains sensitive content/coarse languageThe Kansas City Chiefs have told Pro Bowl wideout Tyreek Hill not to participate in team activities until the organization learns more about the troubling audio recordings involving him that emerged Thursday.In the clips, Hill's fiancee asked him why their three-year-old son said "Daddy did it" in reference to an incident that left him with a serious arm injury. In response to her notion that their child fears him, Hill told her, "You need to be terrified of me, too, bitch.""As soon as the draft concluded, after the last pick, I had the chance to call (Hill's agent) Drew Rosenhaus and we decided that at this time and for the foreseeable future, Tyreek Hill will not take part in any team activities," general manager Brett Veach told reporters, according to Terez Paylor of Yahoo Sports.Hill and his fiancee, Crystal Espinal, were both investigated for child abuse. District attorney Stephen Howe said Wednesday charges would not be filed, citing a lack of evidence over who committed the act. However, Howe stated he believed a crime did occur.The recordings were given to KCTV, a local TV station, from a friend of Espinal's. Espinal had given her friend the tapes as an "insurance policy," but they were not previously sent to police."We were deeply disturbed by what we heard," Veach said of the audio, according to ESPN's Adam Teicher.In the clips, Hill denied breaking his son's arm.In a statement released on Friday, the Chiefs said they were not previously aware of the audio recordings and are gathering more information.
Patriots draft Harry to close out 1st round
The New England Patriots selected wide receiver N'Keal Harry out of Arizona State with the 32nd overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.The Patriots entered the draft with a huge need at receiver and helped fill it with the former Sun Devils star whose game has drawn comparisons to a young Dez Bryant.The selection made Harry the first wideout chosen by the Patriots in the first round since Bill Belichick became the head coach in 2000.Harry earned a pair of All-Pac-12 nods over his three-year career with the Sun Devils. He hauled in 73 passes for 1,088 yards and nine touchdowns as a junior in 2018.Harry and Oklahoma's Marquise Brown were the only two wideouts drafted in the first round Thursday.Prospect profileSchool: Arizona State
Report: Jets exploring trade from 3rd round to early 2nd
The New York Jets are exploring a possible move from the third round into the early second round, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.The Jets' next pick is slated at the top of the third round (No. 68 overall).A trade would cost the Jets significant future draft capital, Rapoport adds.New York traded its 2019 second-rounder, now the No. 34 overall selection, to the Indianapolis Colts as part of a large package of picks in order to move up three spots and select Sam Darnold third overall in last year's draft.The Jets drafted defensive tackle Quinnen Williams with the third overall pick on Thursday.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Day 2 NFL Mock Draft: Projecting picks for Rounds 2-3
With Thursday night's first-round selections in the books, theScore's Mike Alessandrini and Dan Wilkins project the picks on Day 2 of the NFL draft.Round 233. Arizona Cardinals - Byron Murphy, CB, WashingtonThe Cardinals make Murphy the second cornerback off the board, either to pair with Patrick Peterson or to replace him, should there be something to the recent trade rumors.34. Indianapolis Colts (from NYJ) - A.J. Brown, WR, Ole MissAfter trading out of the first round, Indy adds a high-floor receiver who profiles as a sure-handed slot target for Andrew Luck.35. Oakland Raiders - Dalton Risner, OL, Kansas StateOakland rounds out its offensive line with a physical and technically sound prospect. Risner has experience at all positions up front but should be a particularly effective guard at the next level.36. San Francisco 49ers - J.J. Arcega-Whiteside, WR, StanfordArcega-Whiteside is the perfect complement to a speedy Marquise Goodwin and crafty Dante Pettis at receiver, and the 49ers are rumored to love his game.37. Seattle Seahawks (from NYG) - Nasir Adderley, S, DelawareSeattle gets its Earl Thomas replacement with Adderley, who has sideline-to-sideline range and can make an impact as a tackler coming downhill.38. Jacksonville Jaguars - Irv Smith Jr., TE, Alabama After addressing their defense on Thursday, the Jaguars solidify their biggest offensive weakness. Smith could have been a first-round choice.39. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - D'Andre Walker, OLB, GeorgiaWalker fills a major need, adding rotational edge-rush talent in Tampa Bay's new-look front seven.40. Buffalo Bills - D.K. Metcalf, WR, Ole Miss Metcalf's fall ends here. Some mocked the physically dominant wideout to Buffalo in the first round, so adding an offensive weapon with his potential here is a steal.41. Denver Broncos - Drew Lock, QB, Missouri Denver was linked to Lock in the first round, so the opportunity to take a chance on him as a potential franchise quarterback here in the second would likely be difficult to pass up.42. Cincinnati Bengals - Mack Wilson, LB, Alabama The Bengals missed out on the top two linebackers in the draft earlier, but fill a gaping hole on their defense here with Wilson.43. Detroit Lions - Greedy Williams, CB, LSUOne of the best cover corners in this class, and thought by many to have been a likely first-round pick, Williams gives Detroit some fantastic value and a running mate for Darius Slay.44. Green Bay Packers - Cody Ford, OL, OklahomaWhether it's at guard or tackle in Year 1, Ford represents excellent value in the second round as another strong blocker for Aaron Rodgers.45. Los Angeles Rams (from ATL) - Erik McCoy, OL, Texas A&MMcCoy would be a much-needed upgrade to a Rams interior offensive line that took a major hit with the free-agent departure of Rodger Saffold.46. Indianapolis Colts (from WAS) - Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, S, FloridaGardner-Johnson is one of the more talented and versatile defensive backs in this year's class, so the Colts are getting great value here. It's a very Chris Ballard move.47. Carolina Panthers - Greg Little, OT, Ole Miss Little could provide a significant upgrade in pass protection on the blind side, a priority for the Panthers as they look to keep Cam Newton healthy.48. Miami Dolphins - Jawaan Taylor, OT, Florida Taylor reportedly slid out of the first round because a number of teams flagged his knee, but Miami takes a chance on the first-round talent. If healthy, he'll slide in immediately as Ja'Wuan James's replacement at right tackle.49. Cleveland Browns - Amani Oruwariye, CB, Penn StateCleveland fills one of its few remaining needs with Oruwariye, who has the size and athleticism to match up with some of the league's more imposing receivers.50. Minnesota Vikings - Dawson Knox, TE, Ole Miss Kyle Rudolph currently sits atop the tight end depth chart, but Minnesota is reportedly looking to add a more dynamic receiving threat at the position.51. Tennessee Titans - Miles Boykin, WR, Notre Dame Boykin never produced at a high level in college, but his athletic profile and flashes of brilliance give him upside as a No. 1 receiver.52. Denver Broncos (from PIT) - Rock Ya-Sin, CB, Temple With Chris Harris' status with the team uncertain, the Broncos add a top man-coverage cornerback who could see heavy snaps as a rookie.53. Philadelphia Eagles (from BAL) - Miles Sanders, RB, Penn StateThe Jordan Howard trade shouldn't stop the Eagles from addressing the running back position in this draft, and Sanders fits what they'd be looking for in an every-down contributor.54. Houston Texans (from SEA) - Darrell Henderson, RB, MemphisThe Texans stick to the offensive side of the ball with their first second-round pick. Explosive and elusive, Henderson is the exactly the type of running back they're looking for.55. Houston Texans - Isaiah Johnson, CB, Houston Johnson is still new to the cornerback position, having played his first two years of college at receiver, but his athleticism gives him a ton of upside.56. New England Patriots (from CHI) - Chase Winovich, DE, MichiganWinovich has his size and athleticism deficiencies, but he profiles as a perfect Patriot player while filling a pass-rush void on Bill Belichick's defense.57. Philadelphia Eagles - Blake Cashman, LB, Minnesota Philadelphia fills a pressing need with an athletic linebacker who should thrive as a run-and-chase player on the weak side.58. Dallas Cowboys - Dre'Mont Jones, DL, Ohio State The Cowboys are deep at defensive end but still lack an interior pass-rush presence. Jones is the perfect one-gap penetrator to fill the void.59. Indianapolis Colts - Lonnie Johnson, CB, Kentucky Another tall, athletic corner, Johnson could provide a much-needed upgrade for the Colts' pass defense.60. Los Angeles Chargers - Juan Thornhill, S, Virginia Some projected Thornhill to go in the first round, so this is a solid selection for Los Angeles. The Virginia product is a perfect defensive back to complement Derwin James.61. Kansas City Chiefs - Hakeem Butler, WR, Iowa StateButler is a massive big-play target who could dominate as part of a wide-open Chiefs offense with Patrick Mahomes at quarterback.62. New Orleans Saints - Parris Campbell, WR, Ohio StateSean Payton loves his Ohio State players. Campbell is a dynamic offensive weapon and profiles as a high-volume underneath target for Drew Brees.63. Kansas City Chiefs (from LAR) - Trayvon Mullen, CB, Clemson Improving the secondary should be a priority if the Chiefs want to avoid weekly shootouts, and Mullen could be a Day 1 starter on the outside.64. New England Patriots - Jace Sternberger, TE, Texas A&MAfter missing out on the draft's elite tight ends, New England selects one of the top Day 2 options. Sternberger isn't Rob Gronkowski, but he's a polished route-runner who dominates on 50-50 targets.Round 365. Arizona Cardinals - Elgton Jenkins, OL, Mississippi StateJenkins would provide a much-needed upgrade on the interior for an offensive line now tasked with protecting No. 1 overall pick Kyler Murray.66. Pittsburgh Steelers (from OAK) - Yodny Cajuste, OT, West Virginia The Steelers traded Marcus Gilbert to the Cardinals, so Cajuste can compete for the Week 1 spot at right tackle.67. San Francisco 49ers - Deionte Thompson, S, AlabamaThompson has the range to make a major impact as a deep cover safety and he's also willing to fly downhill in run support.68. New York Jets - Jachai Polite, OLB, Florida Polite is an excellent defensive prospect but saw his stock plummet after a disastrous pre-draft process. His slide ends here, as the Jets are desperate to add an impact pass-rusher.69. Jacksonville Jaguars - Amani Hooker, S, IowaHooker gives the Jaguars a versatile safety to work between star cornerbacks Jalen Ramsey and A.J. Bouye.70. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Deebo Samuel, WR, South CarolinaSamuel could have easily been selected earlier, so Bruce Arians will be pleased with a solid offensive weapon who could immediately see snaps in the slot as a rookie.71. Denver Broncos - Charles Omenihu, DL, TexasOmenihu is a long lineman who could be a productive interior pass-rusher in Vic Fangio's defense.72. Cincinnati Bengals - Will Grier, QB, West Virginia The Bengals opted against selecting a quarterback in the first two rounds but could still add one on Day 2. As far as projects go, there aren't many better options than Grier.73. New England Patriots (from DET) - Jarrett Stidham, QB, AuburnHoping the 2017 season was more indicative of his future than a difficult 2018 campaign, New England takes a chance on Stidham as a player to develop behind Tom Brady.74. Buffalo Bills - Sean Bunting, CB, Central Michigan The Bills add to an already stout secondary with a high-upside cornerback prospect who fits Sean McDermott's defense to a tee.75. Green Bay Packers - Terry McLaurin, WR, Ohio StateGreen Bay finally gets Aaron Rodgers a weapon in McLaurin, whose athleticism and route-running ability will give him every opportunity to enjoy a more productive career in the NFL than he did in college.76. Washington Redskins - Kelvin Harmon, WR, NC StateThe Redskins add size on the perimeter for new franchise quarterback Dwayne Haskins with their first second-day selection.77. Carolina Panthers - Joejuan Williams, CB, VanderbiltCornerback remains a need for Carolina, and Williams' size and athletic ability make him one of the more interesting prospects at the position.78. Miami Dolphins - Jaylon Ferguson, DE, Louisiana TechThe Dolphins continue to build the trenches with Ferguson, who led the FBS in sacks last season. Miami can't let Friday wrap up without addressing its pass rush.79. Los Angeles Rams (from ATL) - Vosean Joseph, LB, Florida Joseph could be a perfect fit for Mark Barron's old role at inside linebacker.80. Cleveland Browns - Taylor Rapp, S, Washington John Dorsey continues to take the best value available on Day 2 with Rapp, who many believed could have been a top-50 selection.81. Minnesota Vikings - Zach Allen, DE, Boston College Minnesota could use another edge defender for its defensive line rotation, and Allen's size will give him value rotating inside on passing downs.82. Tennessee Titans - Christian Miller, OLB, Alabama Mike Vrabel bolsters his pass rush with a solid defensive prospect. Miller would see snaps behind Harold Landry and Cameron Wake.83. Pittsburgh Steelers - Julian Love, CB, Notre DameAfter Pittsburgh traded up to get Devin Bush in the first round, Love joins him as a potential building block on defense.84. Kansas City Chiefs (from SEA) - David Montgomery, RB, Iowa State Montgomery tested poorly athletically, but his value as a runner and receiver out of the backfield is simply too high to pass up here.85. Baltimore Ravens - Ben Banogu, OLB, TCU Banogu is an underrated edge prospect whose pass-rush ability would help the Ravens replace Terrell Suggs and Za'Darius Smith.86. Houston Texans - Michael Deiter, OL, Wisconsin Houston smartly addresses the interior with its second offensive line selection. Deiter could be a Day 1 starter at left or right guard.87. Chicago Bears - Rodney Anderson, RB, Oklahoma Chicago replaces Jordan Howard with Anderson, an extremely talented every-down back who would have gone much higher if not for his injury history.88. Detroit Lions (from PHI) - Anthony Nelson, DE, Iowa Nelson adds a versatile presence to Matt Patricia's defense. The Iowa product can set the edge on early downs and develop into a solid interior rusher in passing situations.89. Indianapolis Colts - Khalen Saunders, DT, Western Illinois Saunders brings some interior pass-rush ability to a Colts defensive front that's quietly becoming a strong unit.90. Dallas Cowboys - Marquise Blair, S, Utah Blair is an intriguing safety prospect who fills a need and could immediately compete for snaps in Dallas' defense.91. Los Angeles Chargers - Maxx Crosby, DE, Eastern MichiganThe Chargers add a valuable third edge rusher behind Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram.92. Seattle Seahawks (from KC) - Renell Wren, DT, Arizona State With its second defensive line selection in 2019, Seattle adds a freak athlete with immense potential to the middle of its defense.93. New York Jets (from NO) - Bobby Evans, OT, Oklahoma New York gets some excellent Day 2 value in Evans, who could step in immediately as a starter at right tackle.94. Los Angeles Rams - Justin Layne, CB, Michigan State Layne has a number of intriguing traits and could have been selected in the second round. The Rams may not be able to retain both Aqib Talib and Marcus Peters following the 2019 season.95. New York Giants (from CLE via NE) - Oshane Ximines, OLB, Old DominionNew York addresses its need on the edge later than expected, but Ximines has the potential to be a home run at this point in the draft.96. Washington Redskins - David Long, CB, Michigan Similar to Josh Norman, Long is a feisty, technical cornerback who profiles as a solid long-term piece in Washington's defense.97. New England Patriots - Riley Ridley, WR, Georgia Ridley becomes the second receiver to land with the Patriots early in the draft and Tom Brady gets another weapon in the form of a phenomenal route-runner.98. Jacksonville Jaguars (from LAR) - David Edwards, OT, Wisconsin The Jaguars were reportedly in the market for an offensive tackle in the first round, so taking one here makes a ton of sense. Edwards could compete for the Week 1 right tackle job.99. Los Angeles Rams - Trysten Hill, DT, UCF Hill is a disruptive interior lineman who could thrive opposite Aaron Donald.100. Carolina Panthers - Sheldrick Redwine, S, Miami Carolina adds a playmaking safety to a defense that could use an upgrade opposite Eric Reid.101. New England Patriots - Saivion Smith, CB, Alabama Smith is a developmental corner whose flashes could lead to more consistent production as he gains experience.102. Baltimore Ravens - Bobby Okereke, LB, Stanford The Ravens close out the third round with Okereke, an athletic and productive linebacker from the Pac-12 who could eventually replace the departed C.J. Mosley.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Report: Dolphins close to acquiring Rosen from Cardinals
The Miami Dolphins are close to acquiring quarterback Josh Rosen from the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for the 48th overall pick in the NFL draft, multiple sources told Pro Football Talk.The deal could reportedly include a late-round pick being sent from Arizona to Miami as well, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.The Dolphins reportedly expressed interest in Rosen prior to the Cardinals selecting Kyler Murray first overall on Thursday night, but Miami also felt trading a first-round draft pick for the quarterback was too high of a price to pay.Rosen's trade value apparently dropped when teams that were potentially looking for a quarterback, including the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins, selected QB prospects Daniel Jones and Dwayne Haskins, respectively, in Round 1 on Thursday.The Dolphins are undergoing a rebuild and traded 2018 starter Ryan Tannehill to the Tennessee Titans earlier this offseason.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
LeBron hopes teams that passed on Dwayne Haskins 'pay for it'
Ohio native LeBron James has a message for the NFL teams that passed on former Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Dwayne Haskins.Responding to a tweet from Los Angeles Lakers teammate Josh Hart on Thursday night, James said he hopes Haskins makes his doubters "pay," while adding that he still won't be jumping on the Washington Redskins bandwagon.
Best of the rest: All the top remaining draft prospects after Day 1
What began with Kyler Murray ended with N'Keal Harry, as the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft concluded Thursday.That leaves six rounds and more than 200 picks to come over the next two days. Here's a look at the top players still on the board at each position.QuarterbacksDrew Lock, MissouriThe surprise of the first round was seeing Lock fall out of it, especially after three quarterbacks were selected in the first 15 picks. The 6-foot-4, 228-pounder was a four-year starter for the Tigers and improved his completion percentage to 62.9 in his senior season. He should be one of the first names called on Friday.Icon Sportswire / Getty ImagesWill Grier, West VirginiaThe 6-foot-2, 217-pound Grier began his career at Florida but became one of the most prolific passers in the country under Dana Holgorsen at West Virginia. He showcased an ability to push the ball downfield (3,864 yards passing as a senior) and brings immense experience as a 2.5-year starter.Tyree Jackson, BuffaloPotentially the first quarterback who will be drafted from a non-power conference this year, Jackson is intriguing. He's 6-foot-7, 249 pounds and ran a 4.59 40-yard dash. However, he completed just 55.3 percent of his passes as a senior, so he's largely a developmental pick.Ryan Finley, North Carolina StateIf you want experience, the 6-foot-4 Finley might be your guy. A three-year starter for the Wolfpack after transferring from Boise State, he threw for 3,928 yards and 25 touchdowns as a senior.Jarrett Stidham, AuburnStidham was one of the highest-ranked quarterbacks in his recruiting class four years ago out of Stephenville, Texas. The 6-foot-2, 218-pound passer later transferred from Baylor to Auburn, but never posted big numbers for the Tigers, throwing 36 touchdowns in 27 games.Other notable quarterbacksBrett Rypien, Boise State
Report: Byron Murphy heavy favorite to be 1st pick in Round 2
Cornerback Byron Murphy didn't hear his name called among the 32 selections in Thursday's first round of the NFL draft, but he likely won't have to wait much longer.The Washington product is the "heavy favorite" to be selected with the first pick of Round 2, No. 33 overall, by the Arizona Cardinals when the draft resumes Friday evening, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported.As one of the draft's premier cornerbacks, Murphy is widely considered a fluid athlete with excellent instincts and ball skills.The Cardinals have a need at the position, especially in light of persistent rumors that perennial Pro Bowler Patrick Peterson could be nearing the end of his time with the club.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Report: Cardinals began shopping Rosen minutes before draft, wanted 1st-rounder
Although the Arizona Cardinals knew they were taking quarterback Kyler Murray with the No. 1 overall selection, they only began shopping Josh Rosen in earnest minutes before Thursday's NFL draft started, a source told Sports Illustrated's Robert Klemko.Arizona was seeking a first-round pick in return for the 22-year-old, Klemko added, a price no team was willing to pay.The New York Giants, Miami Dolphins, and Washington Redskins were all reportedly in the mix for the quarterback. But the Giants opted to draft Daniel Jones sixth overall and the Redskins nabbed Dwayne Haskins with the 15th selection.Rosen's agent informed him of the Cardinals' intention to select Murray moments before the pick was announced, according to Klemko. Head coach Kliff Kingsbury called the UCLA product a few minutes later.Rosen unfollowed the Cardinals on social media on Friday, according to Rapoport.Miami is currently seen as the front-runner to land Rosen and has been working on acquiring the quarterback for weeks, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Amid the rumors he was going to be replaced, Rosen said he intended to "prove (the Cardinals) wrong" if they went in another direction at quarterback.Arizona took Rosen 10th overall in last year's draft. He threw for 2,278 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions in 13 starts last season.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Winners and losers from 1st round of 2019 NFL Draft
theScore's football editors evaluate who were the big winners and losers from the first 32 picks of the 2019 NFL Draft.WinnersKliff KingsburyNorm Hall / Getty Images Sport / GettyFour months into his first NFL gig, Kliff Kingsbury was handed a license to overhaul the Cardinals' quarterback room and get his guy.The 39-year-old convinced Arizona it was worth ignoring the abundance of defensive talent in the draft to select Kyler Murray, even though the team had yet to find a trade partner for Josh Rosen, last year's first-round pick. It was the ultimate sign that Kingsbury has been given the keys to the organization, something that rarely happens with a young coach making the jump from college to the NFL.Washington RedskinsWashington couldn't exit the opening round without a quarterback, and the Redskins managed to get their man in Dwayne Haskins without needing to move up, despite reportedly considering trading into the top five.Haskins provides insurance for the Redskins under center with Alex Smith expected to miss the 2019 season, Colt McCoy recovering from a December leg injury that needed additional surgeries, and Case Keenum only signed through 2019 (as is McCoy). Washington smartly used the picks it didn't need for a Haskins trade to move back into the end of the opening round and select pass-rusher Montez Sweat.Lamar JacksonRob Carr / Getty Images Sport / GettyJackson was the only rookie quarterback to start in the playoffs this past season, but there's still concern about his long-term viability as a passer. Baltimore recognized it needed to support the young pivot and couldn't roll with the team's current receiving group - which already lost two of its three top targets from a year ago in John Brown and Michael Crabtree - and made Marquise "Hollywood" Brown the first wideout selected.While the 166-pounder isn't a lock to seamlessly transition to the NFL, he has the kind of game-breaking speed that could be deadly when combined with Jackson's otherworldly athleticism. The Ravens ran over defenses at will in 2018, but their one-dimensional attack limited them in the postseason. In Brown, they added a pass-catching weapon the opposition can't ignore.Buffalo BillsAll signs before the draft pointed to Buffalo locking in on former Houston defensive tackle Ed Oliver, and the Bills were even considering a trade up to get him. Ultimately, general manager Brandon Beane sat tight, and the athletic All-American slid to him at No. 9.Oliver should make Buffalo's already strong defense even better in 2019, and he'll inject youth into a line that lost Kyle Williams to retirement and needed to get younger.LosersJosh RosenDylan Buell / Getty Images Sport / GettyA year ago, Rosen slipped to No. 10 and said nine mistakes were made ahead of him. On Thursday, the Cardinals admitted they made a mistake when the team moved up to take the former UCLA star.Arizona selected Rosen's replacement first overall. The club hasn't traded its incumbent starter yet, and as the first round went on Rosen watched the New York Giants and Washington Redskins - two of his potential landing spots - pick their own quarterbacks.It now seems likely Rosen will begin the 2019 season as a backup, whether it's with the Cardinals or another team.New York GiantsThe Giants grabbed their quarterback of the future, but they did so while making arguably the most questionable pick of the night.New York passed on Dwayne Haskins to make Jones, who many considered to be the fourth-best QB in this class, the second signal-caller off the board at No. 6. And it doesn't seem like there are any plans for him to play soon. General manager Dave Gettleman referenced the Brett Favre-Aaron Rodgers model while suggesting Jones could sit for multiple years.New York's second pick seemed like an obvious spot to either bolster the team's offensive line or add an edge rusher, both pressing needs that could be addressed with top talents still available. But the Giants instead opted for a run-stuffing defensive tackle in Dexter Lawrence.Trading back into the end of the first round to grab Deandre Baker, one of the draft's top cornerbacks, was the club's best Day 1 pick. But it's hard not to be disappointed with the Giants' first two selections.Oakland RaidersDon Juan Moore / Getty Images Sport / GettyAll eyes were on the Raiders and their three first-round picks heading into this draft, as Jon Gruden and Mike Mayock held the keys to the entire event. While the players they selected may turn out to be solid pros - and the focus on high-character leaders is certainly a positive - it feels like Oakland could have done more with its premium assets.Taking Clelin Ferrell at No. 4 was the first shock of the draft, as the majority of analysts were mocking the pass-rusher in the teens at the earliest. Josh Jacobs at No. 24 could grow into an offensive centerpiece, but the value of a first-round running back is debatable. And the same can be said for a box safety, like No. 27 pick Johnathan Abram.The Raiders needed to hit a home run in this draft, and so far they've notched a double at best.Atlanta Falcons fansImagine standing all night at a four-hour draft party only to watch your favorite team select two offensive linemen you've never heard of before.Actually, you don't need to imagine that. Here's how Falcons fans reacted to the selection of guard Chris Lindstrom at No. 14.Atlanta teased its fans by trading back into the end of the first round, only to double down and pick tackle Kaleb McGary with the penultimate pick of the night.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Fantasy: 2019 NFL Draft instant analysis - Round 1
Find positional rankings, additional analysis, and subscribe to push notifications in the NFL Fantasy News section.theScore's Justin Boone provided his instant breakdowns of every fantasy-relevant selection in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft.Kyler Murray, QB, CardinalsStar potential: ★★★★★
Gettleman: Jones a 'franchise QB' but possible he sits 'for 3 years'
Eli Manning might not have to worry about his job security for the foreseeable future after all.After the completion of the 2019 draft's first round, New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman called the sixth overall pick, Daniel Jones, a "franchise quarterback" but suggested the former Duke standout might not see an NFL field for a long time."We may be the Green Bay model where (Aaron) Rodgers sat for three years," Gettleman said, according to Kimberly Jones of NFL Network.While the Packers successfully developed Rodgers behind Brett Favre, it's become increasingly rare for first-round quarterbacks to ride the bench. Patrick Mahomes is the most recent exception, sitting one year behind Alex Smith before bursting onto the scene last season.With quarterbacks on rookie deals widely considered the most valuable resource in the league, it's difficult for teams to justify wasting a young passer's cheap years.Giants head coach Pat Shurmur said he spoke to Manning about the Jones pick, and told him "it's your job to keep this guy off the field."Although the two-time Super Bowl winner has only one year remaining on his current deal, Gettleman has been a staunch defender of his veteran quarterback and believes Manning has years left in the tank despite a poor 2018 season.Gettleman hasn't been shy about making unpopular moves since arriving in New York and had a message for Giants fans who were upset by the Jones pick."In time you'll be pleased," Gettleman said, according to the NY Post's Paul Schwartz.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Haskins after brief draft-day slide: 'The league done messed up'
Dwayne Haskins is going to play with a large chip on his shoulder throughout his NFL career.Haskins came off the board later than most expected - the Washington Redskins selected him No. 15 overall in Thursday's draft - and the former Ohio State quarterback intends to use his brief slide as motivation."I'm more motivated than ever, there's a bigger chip on my shoulder, the league done messed up," Haskins said, according to ESPN's John Keim. "I'm right down the street so we're going to do it right this time. So it's crazy."The Redskins were expected to target a quarterback in the 2019 draft with Alex Smith's NFL future in question. They were rumored to be interested in a trade up, but were able to stay put and select their signal-caller of the future.Though he was still selected in the first round, Haskins was the third quarterback off the board Thursday behind Kyler Murray and Daniel Jones. The latter was drafted by Washington's NFC East rival New York Giants.The 2018 Big Ten Player of the Year may have been knocked down draft boards due to his limited starting experience, but Haskins believes he made the most of his college opportunities."I had one year in college and I feel like I showed all I could as far as one year," he said. "I broke a lot of records and did a lot of great things. I feel like I did a lot of stuff that showed that I can be able to translate to the NFL. Just being able to do what I did at a high level, it was the right choice for me to make that change to go to the pros."Haskins is expected to compete with veterans Case Keenum and Colt McCoy for the Redskins' starting job in Week 1.Copyright © 2019 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.
Raiders make Johnathan Abram third 1st-round selection
The Oakland Raiders selected safety Johnathan Abram out of Mississippi State with the 27th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.Abram was the Raiders' third selection of the opening round after drafting Clelin Ferrell at No. 4 and Josh Jacobs at No. 24.The former Bulldogs standout is primarily a box safety who excels in run defense. He'll likely compete with former first-rounder Karl Joseph for the right to play alongside top free-agent addition Lamarcus Joyner.Abram led Mississippi State with 99 tackles, three sacks, and two interceptions in 13 starts.Prospect profileSchool: Mississippi State
Giants acquire third 1st-round pick, select Deandre Baker
The New York Giants were busy on the first night of the draft.The team traded with the Seattle Seahawks for the 30th overall pick to take cornerback Deandre Baker out of Georgia.New York used its sixth overall selection on quarterback Daniel Jones and the No. 17 pick on Dexter Lawrence.General manager Dave Gettleman has been actively trying to rebuild a franchise that has won a total of eight games in the past two seasons.The Giants gave up the 37th, 132nd, and 142nd picks for the selection.Prospect profileSchool: Georgia
Seahawks replenish pass rush, snatch Collier with 29th pick
The Seattle Seahawks selected pass-rusher L.J. Collier out of TCU with the 29th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.The move comes days after Seattle traded away star defensive end Frank Clark to the Kansas City Chiefs. The Seahawks also made a couple of draft-night trades to move back on the board and pick up more selections.
Redskins trade back into 1st round, move up 20 spots for Sweat
The Washington Redskins traded back into the first round of the draft by sending the 46th overall pick and a 2020 second-rounder to the Indianapolis Colts to select pass-rusher Montez Sweat out of Mississippi State at No. 26 overall.Sweat was thought to have a pre-existing heart condition - believed to be discovered at the NFL combine - but it's been determined he was misdiagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.He was initially projected to be a potential top-10 pick. Instead, the Redskins move up 20 spots in the draft to get him late in the first round. The Colts now own two second-rounders for next year's draft.Prospect profileSchool: Mississippi State
Ravens get weapon for Jackson, draft 'Hollywood' Brown at No. 25
The Baltimore Ravens selected wide receiver Marquise Brown out of Oklahoma with the 25th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.The cousin of Oakland Raiders star Antonio Brown, "Hollywood" heads to Baltimore after back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons at Oklahoma. The Raiders actually had a chance to draft the former Sooners star at No. 24 but went with Alabama running back Josh Jacobs.
Raiders bolster backfield with Josh Jacobs in 1st round
The Oakland Raiders selected running back Josh Jacobs out of Alabama with the 24th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.Oakland used its second first-round selection of the night to fill a massive void in its backfield with Marshawn Lynch expected to retire.Jacobs was the consensus top running back in the 2019 draft class and offers a complete skill set for head coach Jon Gruden.The former Crimson Tide star will combine with recently signed Isaiah Crowell to form a bruising backfield duo, with Jalen Richard seeing time as the third-down back.Prospect profileSchool: Alabama
Texans get Watson protection with OT Tytus Howard
The Houston Texans selected offensive tackle Tytus Howard out of Alabama State with the 23rd overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.Deshaun Watson was sacked a league-high 65 times in 2018, and Houston failed to significantly improve its line in free agency.Houston passed on more highly regarded offensive tackles in Jawaan Taylor and Cody Ford to select the raw Howard, who'll likely need time to develop into a starter.Prospect profileSchool: Alabama State
Eagles trade up 3 spots with Ravens to select Dillard
The Philadelphia Eagles traded the No. 25 pick, a fourth-rounder, and a sixth-rounder to the Baltimore Ravens for the No. 22 overall selection to take offensive tackle Andre Dillard out of Washington State.Dillard, who's considered the top pass-blocker in the draft, will serve as Jason Peters' eventual replacement.The Houston Texans were thought to be interested in taking Dillard with the following pick.Prospect profileSchool: Washington State
Broncos add TE Noah Fant in 1st round
The Denver Broncos selected tight end Noah Fant out of Iowa with the 20th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.Denver traded down with the Pittsburgh Steelers from No. 10 overall and grabbed one of the premier offensive weapons in this year's draft.Fant and T.J. Hockenson - who was selected eighth overall by the Detroit Lions - become the first two tight ends from the same school to be drafted together in the first round of the same draft.The Iowa product immediately upgrades a weak spot on the Broncos' roster. Jeff Heuerman and Jake Butt currently sit atop the team's depth chart.Prospect profileSchool: Iowa
Packers trade up with Seahawks to select Darnell Savage
The Green Bay Packers traded up to the No. 21 overall pick in a deal with the Seattle Seahawks to select safety Darnell Savage out of Maryland.Seattle acquired the 30th pick and a pair of fourth-round selections (No. 114 and No. 118 overall) in return.The Packers made Savage their second addition of the opening round, as they used the 12th overall selection on Michigan defensive lineman Rashan Gary.Green Bay gave a big-money deal to Adrian Amos in free agency and now has a heralded rookie to pair with the former Chicago Bears standout in the back of its secondary.Savage racked up seven interceptions, including four last season, over his four-year career at Maryland.Prospect profileSchool: Maryland
Panthers bolster pass-rush with Brian Burns in 1st round
The Carolina Panthers have selected pass-rusher Brian Burns out of Florida State in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 16th overall.More to come.Prospect profileSchool: Florida State
Giants grab Daniel Jones as Eli's successor with 6th pick
The New York Giants selected quarterback Daniel Jones out of Duke with the sixth overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.Jones was the second quarterback to come off the board Thursday following Oklahoma's Kyler Murray, who went first overall to the Arizona Cardinals. Murray and Ohio State's Dwayne Haskins were widely considered the top quarterback prospects in the 2019 class, but rumors began swirling days before the draft that the Giants were more enamored with Jones.New York faced criticism last year for passing on highly regarded quarterbacks with the No. 2 pick, which it used on running back Saquon Barkley.Jones immediately becomes the Giants' quarterback of the future, as he's positioned to succeed Eli Manning as the starter. Manning, 38, is entering the final year of his contract and has struggled to overcome an apparent decline in arm strength over the last couple of seasons.Prospect profileSchool: Duke
Packers select Rashan Gary No. 12 overall
The Green Bay Packers selected pass-rusher Rashan Gary out of Michigan with the 12th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.Green Bay continues to add to its front seven after signing Preston Smith and Za'Darius Smith in free agency.At 277 lbs, Gary is one of the top athletes in the 2019 class. He's versatile enough to see snaps at outside linebacker and in the interior.The former Michigan standout had his shoulder flagged for a labral tear during medical evaluations leading up to Thursday's NFL draft, but is expected to play his rookie year and possibly have surgery afterward.Prospect profileSchool: Michigan
Redskins tab Dwayne Haskins as QB of future
The Washington Redskins have selected quarterback Dwayne Haskins out of Ohio State with the 15th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.More to come.Prospect profileSchool: Ohio State
Bengals make Jonah Williams 1st offensive lineman off the board
The Cincinnati Bengals selected offensive tackle Jonah Williams out of Alabama with the 11th overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.Widely considered the most pro-ready left tackle, Williams should be the long-term replacement for Cordy Glenn; his potential versatility will likely be a major plus for Cincinnati's poor offensive line.Due to his lack of length, the former Crimson Tide standout could also kick inside to guard.Williams also has experience at right tackle, and could immediately compete for the spot with Bobby Hart, who was re-signed this offseason despite struggling in 2018.Prospect profileSchool: Alabama
Steelers trade up with Broncos to take linebacker Devin Bush at No. 10
The Pittsburgh Steelers traded with the Denver Broncos and selected linebacker Devin Bush out of Michigan with the 10th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.Pittsburgh was rumored to be interested in moving up the draft board and, with Bush, has selected the likely successor to injured linebacker Ryan Shazier.The Broncos move down to No. 20 overall and acquire the 52nd overall selection and a 2020 third-round pick.Prospect profileSchool: Michigan
Bills snag Ed Oliver after brief slide
The Buffalo Bills selected defensive lineman Ed Oliver out of Houston with the ninth overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft.Oliver was consistently mentioned as one of the top defensive prospects in this year's class due to his freak athleticism and explosive first step. The interior lineman was projected by some to be selected inside the top five.The three-time first-team All-American will presumably slide in next to Star Lotulelei in the starting lineup.Buffalo had been linked to Oliver in the pre-draft process and were rumored to trade up for the Houston product.Prospect profileSchool: Houston
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