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2018 NFL Mock Draft (Feb. 19, 2018 edition)
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2018 NFL Mock Draft (Feb. 19, 2018 edition)

We're now just a week away from the NFL combine, as draft prospects get prepped for one the biggest days of their lives.

Every team will look to boost its roster through the draft, whether we're talking a rebuilding squad or the powerhouses looking to remain on top. Here's the latest NFL mock draft for the 2018 NFL Draft as of Feb. 19, 2018.

 
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1. Cleveland Browns: Saquon Barkley, RB, Penn State

Cleveland Browns: Saquon Barkley, RB, Penn State
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The draft is Cleveland's oyster with the No. 1 and No. 4 overall picks. If the Browns decide to take Barkley here, a quarterback is still very much a possibility with their next pick. Barkley's versatility could immediately transform a mediocre Cleveland offense after gaining more than 3,800 yards from scrimmage and 43 touchdowns over the last two seasons for Penn State, not to mention his kick return prowess.

 
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2. New York Giants: Josh Allen, QB, Wyoming

New York Giants: Josh Allen, QB, Wyoming
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The Giants' decision at No. 2 overall will be interesting, but even if they retain Eli Manning, it would make sense to use this opportunity on a long-term successor. Allen has as much versatility as any of the top four quarterbacks, but he's also a big risk after facing inferior competition at Wyoming.

 
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3. Indianapolis Colts: Bradley Chubb, DE, NC State

Indianapolis Colts: Bradley Chubb, DE, NC State
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The Colts need to address every position other than quarterback, and premium pass rushers are impossible to pass up. Chubb's pass-rush ability could be difficult for the organization to overlook.

 
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4. Cleveland Browns (via Texans): Baker Mayfield, QB, Oklahoma

Cleveland Browns (via Texans): Baker Mayfield, QB, Oklahoma
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Former Redskins GM Scot McCloughan has been hired as a consultant in Cleveland, and he revealed in October that Mayfield was his top quarterback in the upcoming draft class. Mayfield has his shortcomings, but it's hard to overlook the production. He could be the most NFL-ready quarterback on the board, but his lack of size and non-game issues could scare teams away.

 
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5. Denver Broncos: Sam Darnold, QB, USC

Denver Broncos: Sam Darnold, QB, USC
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Getting Darnold would be considered a coup for Denver, as the USC signal caller is probably the most talented quarterback on the board. It's become clear that the Broncos will address quarterback in one form or another this offseason despite spending their 2016 first-round pick on Paxton Lynch.

 
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6. New York Jets: Josh Rosen, QB, UCLA

New York Jets: Josh Rosen, QB, UCLA
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It's time for the Jets to address quarterback for good, either via free agency or the draft. Rosen could be ready quickly, but there are major concerns about his durability.

 
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7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Minkah Fitzpatrick, S, Alabama

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Minkah Fitzpatrick, S, Alabama
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The Bucs could use some help at safety and cornerback. Fortunately, Fitzpatrick has the versatility to play either position and should be an impact player immediately upon his arrival.

 
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8. Chicago Bears: Calvin Ridley, WR, Alabama

Chicago Bears: Calvin Ridley, WR, Alabama
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To say the Bears lacked receiving weapons in 2017 would be an understatement, and it's clear they want to help young quarterback Mitchell Trubisky. They already hired former Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy to lead the team, and Ridley would be another step forward despite declining production in Alabama's offense.

 
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9. San Francisco 49ers: Denzel Ward, CB, Ohio State

San Francisco 49ers: Denzel Ward, CB, Ohio State
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The 49ers' defense made strides last season, but cornerback is still a major need heading into the offseason. After fixing the offense with Jimmy Garoppolo, Ward would be a welcome addition to spur the defense in 2018 and further the development for the future.

 
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10. Oakland Raiders: Joshua Jackson, CB, Iowa

Oakland Raiders: Joshua Jackson, CB, Iowa
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Sean Smith has been a bust since coming over from the Chiefs two years ago, and David Amerson was recently released. Adding a cornerback — possibly multiple CBs — will be a top priority of Jon Gruden's team this offseason, and Jackson fits the bill as one of the top available.

 
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11. Miami Dolphins: Tremaine Edmunds, OLB, Virginia Tech

Miami Dolphins: Tremaine Edmunds, OLB, Virginia Tech
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With rumors the Dolphins are ready to move on from Ndamukong Suh, they will need to replace his pass-rushing ability somehow. Edmunds is certainly a playmaker, totaling 108 tackles and 5.5 sacks in his junior year.

 
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12. Cincinnati Bengals: Orlando Brown, OT, Oklahoma

Cincinnati Bengals: Orlando Brown, OT, Oklahoma
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The Bengals have plenty of holes but none bigger than the offensive line. A dominant tackle, Brown has the pedigree to have a long career, following in the footsteps of his father, the late Orlando Claude "Zeus" Brown.

 
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13. Washington Redskins: Derwin James, S, Florida State

Washington Redskins: Derwin James, S, Florida State
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Washington was already able to replace Kirk Cousins by acquiring Alex Smith (becoming official in March), but that move created a huge void in the secondary with cornerback Kendall Fuller sent back to the Chiefs and Bashaud Breeland headed toward free agency. If the team doesn't see a corner it likes, James is a possibility to be added at safety.

 
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14. Green Bay Packers: Roquan Smith, OLB, Georgia

Green Bay Packers: Roquan Smith, OLB, Georgia
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Smith is arguably the best defensive playmaker on the board, an area Green Bay should prioritize. He finished with 137 tackles, 6.5 sacks and two fumble recoveries in his junior season.

 
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15. Arizona Cardinals: Courtland Sutton, WR, SMU

Arizona Cardinals: Courtland Sutton, WR, SMU
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While Larry Fitzgerald is returning for at least another season, Arizona is again in the market for a wideout. Fitzgerald will retire sooner or later, and John Brown has struggled to get over his health issues. Standing at 6-4, Sutton has all the physical gifts and produced last season with 68 receptions for 1,085 yards and 12 touchdowns.

 
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16. Baltimore Ravens: Christian Kirk, WR, Texas A&M

Baltimore Ravens: Christian Kirk, WR, Texas A&M
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Baltimore has struggled to find adequate help for Joe Flacco. Jeremy Maclin was a huge disappointment last season, and former first-round pick Breshad Perriman still hasn't developed. Kirk can contribute in multiple facets and brings huge upside for a team that desperately needs playmakers.

 
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17. Los Angeles Chargers: Ronnie Harrison, S, Alabama

Los Angeles Chargers: Ronnie Harrison, S, Alabama
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The Chargers have plenty of talent in their front seven but could use more help in the secondary. Harrison has been a playmaker at Alabama, finishing his junior year with 74 tackles, 2.5 sacks and three interceptions.

 
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18. Seattle Seahawks: Mike Hughes, CB, UCF

Seattle Seahawks: Mike Hughes, CB, UCF
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Secondary help is a clear need for the Seahawks with an aging group and injuries piling up, not to mention trade rumors once again surrounding Richard Sherman. Hughes has been rising and could help the team quickly, while also contributing as a returner.

 
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19. Dallas Cowboys: Vita Vea, DT, Washington

Dallas Cowboys: Vita Vea, DT, Washington
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The Dallas pass rush improved last season, but the team could still use some help on the interior. Vea is a load on the inside and had 43 tackles and 3.5 sacks in his junior season.

 
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20. Detroit Lions: Derrius Guice, RB, LSU

Detroit Lions: Derrius Guice, RB, LSU
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Detroit has struggled to find an answer at running back, as Ameer Abdullah's lack of development has been a massive disappointment. Guice averaged only 5.3 yards per carry as the primary ball carrier in his junior season — his third straight year declining in that department — but he's still an outstanding prospect after rushing for more than 2,600 yards combined over the last two seasons.

 
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21. Buffalo Bills: Rashaan Evans, LB, Alabama

Buffalo Bills: Rashaan Evans, LB, Alabama
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Evans was a playmaker at Alabama and could be a good fit for Sean McDermott's defense. He had 74 tackles and six sacks in 12 games this past season.

 
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22. Buffalo Bills (via Chiefs): Mike McGlinchey, OT, Notre Dame

Buffalo Bills (via Chiefs): Mike McGlinchey, OT, Notre Dame
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The Bills could move on from the oft-injured Cordy Glenn this offseason, opening up a need on the offensive line. McGlinchey is arguably the best offensive lineman on the board. He has played both tackle spots and could step in immediately.

 
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23. Los Angeles Rams: Harold Landry, OLB/DE, Boston College

Los Angeles Rams: Harold Landry, OLB/DE, Boston College
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Landry struggled due to injuries in 2017 but could fly up draft boards after recording 16.5 sacks in 2016. He'd be a welcome addition for a defense that is already potent with Aaron Donald and Robert Quinn.

 
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24. Carolina Panthers: James Washington, WR, Oklatoma State

Carolina Panthers: James Washington, WR, Oklatoma State
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After trading Kelvin Benjamin, Carolina will be in the market for a wide receiver. Washington had yet another incredible year while playing hurt, finishing 2017 with 1,549 receiving yards and 13 receiving touchdowns.

 
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25. Tennessee Titans: Quenton Nelson, OG, Notre Dame

Tennessee Titans: Quenton Nelson, OG, Notre Dame
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The Titans are set at tackle for the long term, but their status on the interior of the offensive line is becoming more questionable. Nelson is the best guard on the board.

 
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26. Atlanta Falcons: Da'Ron Payne, DT, Alabama

Atlanta Falcons: Da'Ron Payne, DT, Alabama
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A huge load in the middle, Payne's athleticism resembles that of Dontari Poe's, who is a pending free agent. He has the ability to help plug up the run immediately for one of the league's fastest-improving defenses.

 
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27. New Orleans Saints: Mason Rudolph, QB, Oklahoma State

New Orleans Saints: Mason Rudolph, QB, Oklahoma State
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Drew Brees could have a few years left, but it's likely that Sean Payton would pounce if he found a quarterback he likes. After vastly improving the defense in the draft last year, the Saints could look at a bigger long-term need with Rudolph.

 
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28. Pittsburgh Steelers: Leighton Vander Esch, ILB, Boise State

Pittsburgh Steelers: Leighton Vander Esch, ILB, Boise State
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The sad reality is that the Steelers will probably have to find a replacement for Ryan Shazier, who suffered a scary spinal injury late in 2017. Vander Esch was all over the field in 2017, finishing the season with 141 tackles and four sacks.

 
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29. Jacksonville Jaguars: Dallas Goedert, TE, South Dakota State

Jacksonville Jaguars: Dallas Goedert, TE, South Dakota State
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A reliable tight end would be a great security blanket for Blake Bortles, but the Jags have struggled to find a solution there recently. The hype surrounding Goedert has been growing all year, and he'd be a nice fit in Jacksonville.

 
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30. Minnesota Vikings: Billy Price, OG/C, Ohio State

Minnesota Vikings: Billy Price, OG/C, Ohio State
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The Vikings are in need of interior offensive line help as they enter free agency, and Price has the ability to play immediately. He also has the versatility to play either guard or center.

 
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31. New England Patriots: Connor Williams, OT, Texas

New England Patriots: Connor Williams, OT, Texas
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There are many offseason questions for the Patriots, as they have a long list of pending free agents that includes Nate Solder and Cameron Fleming. If they let either lineman walk, they will certainly need to add at the position. Williams has huge upside at tackle.

 
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32. Philadelphia Eagles: Uchenna Nwosu, OLB, USC

Philadelphia Eagles: Uchenna Nwosu, OLB, USC
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Nwosu really helped himself late in the year with eight sacks over his last six games. The Eagles saw very nice flashes from Derek Barnett in his rookie season, and Nwosu would give them another potent pass rusher.

Seth Trachtman is a fantasy sports expert and diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan. He doesn't often Tweet, but when he does, you can find him on Twitter @sethroto.

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