Potential picks nobody is talking (much) about

[MHS831]

My sleeper picks (Names that are simply not getting enough attention for each round’s selection)—of course, this depends on my sources and sites---and the Huddle. But I think these guys would be nice fits and could shock some folks if taken during each respective round (the rounds are guesses, obviously).  In some cases, I heard or read that we talked with them, but that means little because we talk to most of them.  Gonna do this by round because I live on the edge:

Round 1

CJ Henderson, CB.   Most years, Henderson would be the highest-rated CB, but Okudah is special.   Maybe we trade back a few spots and take him, but do not continue to overlook the fact that we have done NOTHING at CB.

K'Lavon Chaisson, DE.  The second-best DE in this draft (labeled an OLB—he can do both)—and like Henderson, there is no shame in coming in second to Young.  Chaisson did not play football until his JR year of high school and played 2 years at LSU.  He is too fast for his size—6-3, 255.  Good vs. the run and lightning fast as a rusher—he is raw and has more upside than any other player in the draft.  I am under the impression that Brady knows him.  Pass Rushers are very coveted.   He will go earlier than most think. 

Second Round

Cesar Ruiz, C.  Do not underestimate the value of center that is smart, has a low center of gravity, can pull like a guard, and never gets fooled by stunts and blitzes.  His value to the offense is immeasurable.  You can’t bull rush him, you can’t fool him, and he can pull and knock a new ear hole in some DT’s headgear.  I want this player, frankly—he is a good value and meets a need.  #51.  I don’t see him getting past Gettlemen, however, in the second round. 

Jeremy Chinn, S.  A ballhawk who times and baits the secondary to put himself in position to make plays.  Had 3 picks and 5 deflections in each season at Southern Illinois.  Duggar?  Maybe the name we have been talking about, but give me this guy over the LR stud.  He takes good angles in the run game.  Just a smart, cerebral player who can QB the secondary for a decade.  Get this—6’3”, 225 lbs.  4.45 40 yard dash, 41” vert, and 138” broad.  He is a freak.  

NOTE about all the second-round CBs:  I think we should draft a CB in round 2—there are many solid starting-caliber options that project to picks 33-64:  Noah Igbinoghene, Trevon Diggs, AJ Terrell, Damon Arnette, Jaylon Johnson, Cameron Dantzler, Bryce Hall--- That is 7 CBs with a second-round grade who could start day 1.  I am banking that one of these drops into the third round.  Why? I can not find a recent draft (or any draft) that had 7 players at one position in one round.  I have 4 CBs with first round grades (Okudah, Henderson, Gladney, and Fulton).  So to assume that the 11^th CB in the draft will not be there in round three defies odds.  Wait until round 3.

Third Round

Davon Hamilton, NT/UT.  I might have too high a grade on him based on the 5.2 yards per carry flashbacks I get at night, but he is a rotational big man with starting potential.  Someone who can step in with Kerr and hold down the NT duties.  Battle tested against Big Ten OL.

Saahdiq Charles, OT.  Big, athletic OT who needs a year or two the weight room.  Tremendous upside, solid depth until then.

Jonathan Greenard, DE.  Reminds me of a young Charles Johnson, one of our best 3^rd round picks ever.  6-3, 265, he is capable vs. the run and pass.  Quick, but still learning.

Fourth Round

Logan Wilson, MLB.  Instinctive, tough, downhill MLB with 3 years starting experience.  6-2, 242, and runs a 4.6 40.  Combine that speed with instincts and intelligence, you have a poor man’s Luke Keuchly—and that is good enough for a reserve MLB/special teamer with the potential to start.   If this guy is there in the fourth round, I will be screaming at the TV.   https://youtu.be/98mxKjK9jQg

One more player for late in the draft:

Justin McMillan, QB.  A run, pass threat.  Reminds me of PJ Walker a bit.  https://youtu.be/pIJtVie7RVk

[Basbear]

nice post

[MMA]

I’d love to have James Proche from SMU in the 4th or 5th round. 
 

 

[Basbear]

Had to dig, but found it. I echo Chassion as a sleeper pick.

 

 

[MHS831]

35 minutes ago, Basbear said:

Had to dig, but found it. I echo Chassion as a sleeper pick.

 

 

I remember this--nice call.  We really may need another pass rusher--could be a von miller type in a 4-3.  Wouldn't that shake this thing up?

[Basbear]

1 minute ago, MHS831 said:

I remember this--nice call.  We really may need another pass rusher--could be a von miller type in a 4-3.  Wouldn't that shake this thing up?

This draft is bananas and banana picks will happen. Pass-rushers are after QB in value terms and this draft is light there. Teams are going reach and jaws will be dropped. Brady knows LSU players better than any scout/GM, Chassion could be in the discussion.  

[TheProcess]

Nice post, good stuff!

Tanner Muse.....a player I like too

[dcpanther89]

Sometimes I get bored and do mock drafts. None have been “perfect” but this was pretty sexy to me for a few rounds. I keep doing it in hopes of snaking more top talent in the first 3 rounds. Didn’t want to pay $10 a month for trades though. 

[Pejorative Miscreant]

I like Ruiz and Saahdiq Charles as mid round guys.  Good thread OP

 

 

 

[MHS831]

2 hours ago, TheProcess said:

Nice post, good stuff!

Tanner Muse.....a player I like too

Love him. Can play either S or maybe even OLB.  Would be great special teamer too.

[MHS831]

2 hours ago, bull123 said:

Christainbury...G/C from LSU 

I nearly put him on this list--did not want 2 centers in second...

[MHS831]

3 hours ago, MMA said:

I’d love to have James Proche from SMU in the 4th or 5th round. 
 

 

Damn.   Those are some of the best hands I have seen.  Elusive like Moore. 

[FuFuLamePoo]

I feel like Chaisson would be too redundant since we have Burns, he also has some physical limitations that concern me. Ruiz would be a great round two pick.

[Soul Rebel]

Unless we hit the lottery and land Okudah, I really like going CB in Round 2. All the names you listed would be rockstars for us.... my favorite of that bunch is Jaylon Johnson or AJ Terrell.

I also wonder where App State's Akeem Davis-Gathier goes.....I wonder if he will make it to the fourth round.

Great list though MHS!!