The NFL Draft is just over one week away, and teams are finalizing their draft boards. With the exception of a few high-profile free agent options, most teams will look to address their needs at AT&T Stadium.
Now into the third week of April, here's a look at our best projections for which players will go where in the first three rounds of the draft as of April 17, 2018.
Cleveland is almost certainly going to take a quarterback with the first overall pick, and NFL Media's Daniel Jeremiah relays that Allen is likely to be the Browns' man. He may not be ready to play in the NFL just yet and has questionable accuracy, but he also has big upside.
It certainly sounds like the Giants are leaning toward Barkley with the second pick. The Penn State running back is considered one of the best running back draft prospects ever and would be a significant improvement over New York's current group. Of course, the Giants could also look at Bradley Chubb after trading Jason Pierre-Paul or find a long-term replacement at quarterback for Eli Manning.
Darnold falling to the Jets would be a coup for an organization that was heavily criticized for trading up three spots. The consensus top quarterback in the draft, Darnold showed incredible vision at USC but certainly had his share of blemishes. He would have time to develop behind Josh McCown.
Browns GM John Dorsey has long used the mantra of taking the best player available. While defensive end isn't a great area of need for the Browns, Chubb could be as talented as last year's top pick, Myles Garrett. If Cleveland is in this scenario, don't be surprised if Dorsey attempts to trade back.
Denver is set for 2018 with Case Keenum, but he's probably not an optimal long-term solution at quarterback. The Broncos likely struck out on 2016 first-round pick Paxton Lynch given how he's struggled in his first two seasons, but Rosen would be a do-over. He could develop behind Keenum this season.
The Colts are loaded with early draft picks this year after trading back with the Jets, and Nelson is considered the top offensive lineman on the board. Indy has desperately needed to address the offensive line to protect Andrew Luck better for several years.
James could reunite with former FSU quarterback Jameis Winston, helping address a Tampa back end that had its share of issues last season. He rebounded in 2017 after missing almost all of 2016.
Chicago headed into the offseason with a desperate need for receivers and addressed it by signing Allen Robinson and Trey Burton. Adding defensive depth is next on the agenda, and Ward is clearly the top cornerback available.
Reuben Foster dropped to the end of the first round last year due to character concerns, and he's now been shut out from team activities after major legal trouble. The front office already has pie on its face for taking that risk, but Smith is a potential replacement who has the ability to help immediately.
Showing the versatility to play either cornerback or safety, Fitzpatrick is a great fit for an Oakland secondary that desperately needs help. He would be an immediate contributor this season.
Miami has been connected to this year's quarterback class despite the pending return of Ryan Tannehill from ACL surgery. The athletic Mayfield is the most accurate passer in this year's class, and he could be the most NFL-ready. Would Miami take the plunge here and potentially look to trade Tannehill?
Sean McDermott has frantically adjusted the personnel since taking over last year, but the team had its share of struggles getting to the quarterback last season. Edmunds is a capable pass rusher who has also shown ability as an inside backer.
Vea is a run stopper waiting to happen, an area where the Redskins struggled last season. The team also has a major need at cornerback, but the opportunity to take a huge game changer like Vea could be too good to pass on.
Green Bay addressed the secondary early in the draft last year, but the Packers still need more help in that area. While finding a pass rusher is probably the top priority, Jackson would be a great option if the Packers don't have one on their board worth the 14th pick.
From one Cardinals team to another — Arizona desperately needs help at cornerback next to Patrick Peterson. Alexander missed much of his junior season at Louisville with hand and leg injuries, but he had five picks for the team in 2016.
Not many teams have a bigger need at wideout, even after signing Michael Crabtree and John Brown this offseason. Ridley's stats fell off at Alabama late in his career in an offense that was more run-heavy, but he profiles as a No. 1 wideout.
Chargers defensive tackle Corey Liuget has been suspended the first four games of the season for PEDs, and defensive tackle was already an area of need. Payne is extremely athletic with the skills to help in L.A. immediately.
Defense will be on the agenda for Seattle in this year's draft following some major offseason losses. After losing Michael Bennett and potentially Cliff Avril, the Seahawks will be in the market for help at defensive end. Davenport has quickly moved up draft boards over the last few months.
Dallas is in need of a replacement for Anthony Hitchens, who fled to Kansas City in free agency. The run defense also suffered last season when Sean Lee was hurt, and he's headed into his age-32 season. Evans had 74 tackles and six sacks in 12 games this past season.
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 second 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. The team signed LeGarrette Blount, but he's more likely to serve as a short-yardage back.
Cincinnati acquired Cordy Glenn from the Bills, trading back to No. 21, but could replace Jake Fisher at the other tackle spot if McGlinchey falls this far. He's considered by some to be a top 10 talent.
Jackson has been resistant to run the 40 as he approaches the draft, but the buzz surrounding his draft status has been growing. The former Heisman Trophy winner probably needs some time to develop as an NFL passer, but he already has Michael Vick-like athleticism. Buffalo signed A.J. McCarron and still has Nathan Peterman, giving Jackson some time to develop.
The loss of Nate Solder leaves a gaping hole at tackle for the Pats. The Patriots won't panic, but Miller would be able to address the opening this season.
Carolina enters the season with a weak one-two combo of Devin Funchess and Torrey Smith at wide receiver, with 2017 draft pick Curtis Samuel coming off an injury. The Panthers desperately need help at wideout, and Kirk also offers the versatility to help in the return game as well.
The Titans are in the market for edge pass rushers to give defensive coordinator Dean Pees more weapons. Landry is likely to fall after a lackluster senior season, but he had 16.5 sacks in 2016 for BC and could be yet another nice piece.
Mohamed Sanu is a viable No. 2 receiver, but the Falcons need more depth after they lost Taylor Gabriel in free agency. Washington is a playmaker, and if he pans out, he would make quite a pairing with Julio Jones.
New Orleans has had trouble finding much production at tight end recently, as Coby Fleener has been a huge free agent bust. Goedert might not have great blocking ability, but he has a chance to be the pass catcher the team has missed since Jimmy Graham was traded.
Pittsburgh is in the market for a linebacker to replace Ryan Shazier. The team struggled at stopping the run last season, and Vander Esch is a good fit. He had 141 tackles and four sacks last season at Boise.
Jacksonville has some questions at guard both in the short and long term, and the team continues to be focused on improving the running game. Williams could shift to guard for the Jags and continue to improve their running game.
Price suffered a pectoral injury at the combine but should be fine for the regular season. Arguably the top center on the board, he can also play guard and should be a plug-and-play this season.
The Patriots need to address backup quarterback and Tom Brady's successor in this year's draft. NFLDraftScout.com reports they've been connected to Rudolph. He threw for more than 4,900 yards and 37/9 TD/INT last season and has been consistently productive.
There aren't many tight ends better than Zach Ertz in the league, but the Eagles lost their tight end depth with Trey Burton leaving in free agency and Brent Celek getting cut. Even after signing Richard Rodgers, the organization has continuously shown that getting weapons for Carson Wentz is its highest priority, and Hurst would add yet another.
An athletic defensive tackle, Bryan would fit in nicely with the pass rushers the Browns have accumulated recently. After addressing their offensive needs early in the draft, Bryan can make their defense better immediately.
Would the Giants go through with a trade of Odell Beckham Jr.? Even if they don't, they have to think about the No. 2 spot with Brandon Marshall's future very much in question. Moore is coming off a huge junior season at Maryland, finishing with 80 receptions for 1,033 yards and eight receiving touchdowns.
Hughes could very well go in the first, as early as the top 15 picks, and he'd be a steal on the second day. He has talent to start at cornerback immediately and can also serve as a game breaker on kick returns for a team that desperately needs a spark.
Indy took Marlon Mack last year, but there are questions about his ability to be a bell cow back in the NFL. The speedy Michel averaged 6.1 yards per carry during his career at Georgia and could make quite the one-two punch next to Mack.
Hubbard was sometimes overshadowed on Ohio State's incredible defensive line last season, but he still managed seven sacks and 13.5 tackles for loss. The Colts desperately need help rushing the passer and could get shut out on Bradley Chubb after trading three picks back to No. 6 in the first round.
Peyton Barber and Jacquizz Rodgers are the only notable running backs on Tampa Bay's roster, so the Bucs are in dire need of another option. Jones had more than 3,600 rushing yards in three seasons at USC, most recently rushing for 1,550 and 19 touchdowns in 2017. He would add a jolt to the Bucs' offense immediately.
The Bears have a major need at left guard, and Hernandez is arguably the second best option at guard in the draft after a solid combine showing.
Chubb had an unbelievable four-year career at Georgia, rushing for more than 4,700 yards and averaging 6.3 yards per carry. His knee injury from 2015 is well behind him, and he could be a younger version of C.J. Anderson as a downhill runner for the Broncos. Anderson was recently released by the Broncos.
The Raiders lost both of their starting corners from last year's squad. Gareon Conley is set to fill one spot, but the position remains a need at the moment. The athletic Oliver also spent some time as a punt returner.
The Dolphins don't have to go far to find a potential replacement for Ndamukong Suh. McIntosh has been a very productive player for the Canes over the last two seasons, and at the very least, he should be able to help plug up the run for the Dolphins.
Malcolm Butler is gone, and the Pats could use more depth at corner, even after acquiring Jason McCourty via trade. Stewart was a highly productive player at North Carolina, though he didn't have a pickoff in either of the last two seasons.
Washington struggled vs. the run last season. If the 'Skins are able to address defensive tackle in the first round, linebacker will be next on their list. Carter finished last season with 62 tackles and 4.5 sacks for the Bulldogs.
The Packers found a big-time red zone weapon in Jimmy Graham this offseason, effectively replacing Jordy Nelson, but there's still a need at wide receiver given Randall Cobb's inconsistency over the last two seasons. Sutton was a huge red zone weapon at SMU, standing at 6-4. He had 31 receiving touchdowns over the last three seasons and would make for a nightmare next to Graham.
Cincinnati's offensive line was its Achilles heel last season. The Bengals already addressed left tackle with Cordy Glenn (and are projected to take Mike McGlinchey in the first round) but could use some help at center with Daniels.
Arizona is comfortable with Budda Baker at strong safety but needs another safety to add to the competition. Reid helped his draft stock with a great junior season, finishing with 94 tackles and five interceptions at Stanford last year.
Jason Verrett has barely played in three of the last four seasons, leaving the Chargers in a pinch. The team has reason to like Casey Hayward and Desmond King, but the Chargers could use additional depth like Jackson.
Indy had the second lowest sack total in the league last season and will almost certainly take a pass rusher with at least one of its many early picks. Green had 10 sacks for the Trojans last season.
Dallas is in the market for a starter next to Byron Jones, though there is noise Jones may move to corner in the hopes of trading for Earl Thomas. Either way, the Cowboys need safety help. Harrison could go as high as the first round after two consecutive great years at Alabama, most recently finishing with 74 tackles and three interceptions in 2017.
Detroit has tried to find Ziggy Ansah some help but has failed in that endeavor so far. Nwosu emerged as a major pass rusher for the Trojans last season with 9.5 sacks and also piled up 75 tackles as a capable run stopper.
Crosby didn't have a great combine but is still a strong second-day tackle. The Ravens struggled on the line last season and should be in the market for the position.
With Kyle Williams going on age 35, the Bills would be smart to find a long-term replacement. Phillips has shown an ability to rush the passer at Stanford with a total of 14.5 sacks over the last two seasons.
The brother of Tremaine Edmunds, Terrell had 61 tackles and two picks for the Hokies last season. The Chiefs moved on from Ron Parker and could use additional safety depth.
Key has dropped after struggling last season, but Carolina still needs some more youthful pass rushers. This is a good fit for Key, who would get some time to learn behind Julius Peppers.
Playing defense in Buffalo during November and December is usually about stopping the run, and Jefferson is a nice fit in that area. He had 110 tackles for the Longhorns last season, along with four sacks.
Hill got four years of experience on the field at NC State, totaling 183 tackles and eight sacks for his career. The Titans could be in the market for some defensive line help next to star Jurrell Casey.
LSU didn't get Chark the ball enough, though that hasn't been out of the ordinary recently for the Tigers. He still proved an explosive deep threat, averaging 21.9 yards per reception last season with his 6-4 frame. He would have time to develop behind Julio Jones and Mohamed Sanu in Atlanta, though he's not as ready as projected first-round pick James Washington.
The 49ers brought in Weston Richburg on a long-term deal but could still use more line depth. Corbett has the versatility to play either guard or center.
Jesse James has done a fine job as Pittsburgh's starting tight end since Heath Miller's retirement, but it's clear the Steelers would jump at the chance to improve the position. Andrews had 22 touchdowns in three seasons at Oklahoma and finished last season with 62 receptions for 958 yards. He has much more upside as a receiver.
Jacksonville extended Blake Bortles this offseason, but the Jags are still not married to Bortles for the long term. One of the top FCS quarterbacks in the country, Lauletta has shown accuracy, completing nearly 65 percent of his passes last season. He could add a second option if Bortles doesn't take another step forward.
Unfortunately, 2016 first-round pick Laquon Treadwell is looking like a huge bust two years into his pro career with only 21 receptions since getting drafted. The Vikings lack depth at wideout behind Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen, and St. Brown is a potentially enticing deep threat at 6-5 with sub-4.5 speed.
The Patriots ranked among the league leaders in the sacks last season with a bevy of pass rushers and have a chance to add more early in the draft with their wealth of picks. Okoronkwo proved to be a capable pass rusher at Oklahoma over the last two years with a total of 17 sacks.
Cleveland is in the market for help at tackle after Joe Thomas' retirement. Jones has had some injury issues but finished off his career with Ohio State well, and he shows the athleticism that GM John Dorsey looks for in offensive linemen.
Buffalo addressed wideout last season by drafting Zay Jones and trading for Kelvin Benjamin, but the team is still very thin at the position. A very good red zone performer over the last two seasons for the Huskies, Pettis had a combined 22 touchdowns over the last two years.
A former high school basketball player, Christian is a very athletic tackle who should be able to step in immediately for a team that desperately needs help. He has experience at both tackle spots and adequate size at 6-6.
Finding high-performing defensive players will be a priority of Colts GM Chris Ballard. Baker has been a productive linebacker for the Buckeyes over the last two seasons, accumulating 155 tackles and showing that he can help stop the run.
The son of Orlando "Zeus" Brown, a nine-year NFL veteran, Orlando Jr. projected as a potential first-round pick until his poor combine showing. He stands at 6-8, 350 pounds but had only 14 bench reps. His performance in college still makes him very intriguing, and the Texans are in need of help after trading Duane Brown (no relation) last year.
Teller has shown great athleticism and was an excellent performer at guard for the Hokies. A converted defensive lineman, he has impressive strength that will play just fine in the NFL. The Giants have needed to upgrade their offensive line, and Teller is another potential piece who could start soon.
Bates would add further depth to the safety position after the loss of Eric Reid. The Wake Forest alumnus showed a nose for the ball with 177 tackles and six interceptions for the last two seasons.
Finding a viable third receiver behind Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders has been a major issue for the Broncos recently. With that pair getting older, it should be an especially high priority in this year's draft. Lasley is coming off a huge junior season, finishing with 69 receptions for 1,264 yards and nine scores in only nine games for the Bruins. He's a big-play threat but has some character concerns with multiple suspensions in college.
After losing Austin Seferian-Jenkins, the Jets will likely look to address the tight end position. Gesicki was a great target in the red zone for Penn State last season with nine touchdowns.
Wynn is slightly undersized at 6-3 but showed versatility while at Georgia. He was a great run blocker on one of the country's best offensive lines and should be able to fill in immediately in Miami.
Hurst is a potential first-round talent but could fall in the draft due to a heart condition. He had a total of 10.5 sacks over the last two seasons for the Wolverines. The 49ers need help in the middle of the defensive line.
Griffin is an incredible story and was a brilliant playmaker at UCF over the last two seasons. Oakland needs work at all three levels of the defense, and Griffin could play immediately.
Sweat got significant playing time at Florida State over the last three seasons, finishing his college career with 138 tackles and 14.5 sacks. An elite recruit, Sweat shows big upside as a pass rusher, something the aging Packers desperately need.
Cincinnati has a great defensive line but still needs help at the second level, especially with Vontaze Burfict's pending suspension. Holland had a breakout junior season with 9.5 sacks in 14 games and could be a playmaker on the edge or against the run.
The Chiefs have Chris Jones returning from a knee injury suffered in their playoff loss and also lost run stuffer Bennie Logan in free agency. A load on the interior, Settle shows the potential to help right away.
The oft-injured Andre Smith is currently manning right tackle for the Cardinals. That's not a spot Arizona should play around with considering Sam Bradford's injury history. O'Neill gives them much-needed insurance.
At some point, 2016 draft choice Braxton Miller has to perform. He's struggled to stay healthy or produce in two seasons, so the Texans could be losing patience. Callaway has had multiple off-field issues, which could take him off the board of several teams, but he graded well at the combine (4.41 40, 34-inch vertical) and could be worth the risk on the second day.
The Cowboys haven't brought back Alfred Morris, and it remains to be seen if Rod Smith is the answer to back up Ezekiel Elliott. An amazingly productive back in four years at Oregon, Freeman finished his career with 5,621 rushing yards and also showed very capable as a pass catcher. He's an immediate third-down option who could add another dimension to the Dallas offense next to Elliott.
More help for Ziggy Ansah, Lewis has been very productive as a pass rusher for Ohio State over the last three seasons, accumulating 23 sacks over that time.
We project the Ravens to take Calvin Ridley in the first round, but that might not be enough. The team enters the year with the aged Michael Crabtree and injury-prone John Brown at wideout, and Joe Flacco needs all the help he can get. Tate peaked with 40 receptions for 548 yards last season, but he's quite a physical specimen at 6-5.
The Chargers counted on undrafted Austin Ekeler as their backup for Melvin Gordon last season. Penny represents a potential upgrade and third-down back. He had 2,248 yards rushing last year in the run-heavy San Diego State system, finishing fifth in the Heisman voting.
Carolina has an immediate need at right tackle with the team's offensive line play falling off since getting to Super Bowl 50. Pryor is capable of helping and can also play guard.
Nelson transferred from Hawaii to Wisconsin and proved very productive for one of the country's top defenses last season. The biggest concern for Nelson is his hands, failing to record an interception during his career. Furthermore, he tore his meniscus in a private workout, so he may drop even more. The Chiefs have new starting corners in Kendall Fuller and David Amerson but will be looking to add more depth.
Andrew Whitworth is still playing at an All-Pro level, but he will turn 37 in December. The Rams need to develop a long-term option, and Harrison, a former player at Texas, shows huge upside despite weighing under 300 pounds.
Consistent cornerback play has been an issue for the Panthers since trading Josh Norman. A productive player who saw regular playing time in all three seasons at Auburn, Davis has strong size at 6-1 and would be a steal this late in the draft.
The Titans are set at tackle, but there are some concerns early in the year with Jack Conklin coming back from a major knee injury suffered in the playoffs. Okorafor has the potential to add some early-season insurance and develop into a regular starter for the long term.
Atlanta needs help along the defensive line after losing Dontari Poe in free agency. Nnadi played four seasons for the Seminoles, capped off with 53 tackles and 3.5 sacks last season.
Sean Payton always has his eye on productive college quarterbacks, and the Saints have long put off finding a long-term replacement for Drew Brees. White was a very accurate quarterback over the last two seasons and has a cannon, though his yards per attempt fell sharply in his senior year.
Depth at safety is a clear need for the Steelers. Allen was highly productive in all four years at Penn State and has been an excellent run stopper.
Jacksonville is in need for more wideout depth after losing Allen Robinson and Allen Hurns in free agency. Hamilton proved himself an excellent deep threat last season after the departure of Chris Godwin, averaging 16.2 yards per reception with nine touchdowns.
Hill has off-field concerns, but his talent is first-round worthy. The 6-3 cornerback would have time to develop behind a pair of elite cornerbacks in Minnesota, and Mike Zimmer showed an ability to take on projects during his days in Cincinnati.
It sounds like Rob Gronkowski will put off retirement, though that's still not official. Either way, his flirtation shows that the Patriots need to start looking toward the future. Thomas is a major project but could have at least a year to develop behind Gronk.
The Bills have been shedding cornerback talent recently and need insurance for new acquisition Vontae Davis, who has had his share of injuries. Averett is ready to play now after consecutive productive seasons at Alabama.
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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