The 2018 college football regular season is over, and the 2019 NFL Draft is becoming more real as the final list of names begins to craft itself.
Note: Order Based on tankathon.com’s NFL draft order
1. San Francisco 49ers: Nick Bosa, DE Ohio State
The 49ers have a desperate need at edge rusher in their defense. They have invested a lot of high picks in the position recently but none have proven themselves to be the answer to provide pressure in San Francisco’s base 4-3 defense. Nick Bosa, the younger brother of Chargers star Joey Bosa is another level prospect compared to the people on the roster. He is a dominant force and should set up the 49ers for a massive jump next season with the return of Jimmy Garoppolo.
2. Arizona Cardinals: Jonah Williams, OT Alabama
Josh Rosen has the potential to be the quarterback of the future in Arizona so it is important to surround him with the talent to succeed. Williams might be slightly limited due to his height, but has the athleticism to make up for it. He has long arms and the strength, quickness, and flexibility to be a long-term solution on the Cardinals offensive line.
3. Oakland Raiders: Ed Oliver, DT Houston
In recent weeks Oakland Raiders quarterback, Derek Carr has played better. If that trend continues to finish out the season it will have a major impact on the draft for the Raiders. In my last mock, I had them taking quarterback Justin Herbert which will be unlikely if Jon Gruden feels that he can win with Carr. If he continues to lead them to wins it also means the top pass rusher will no longer be on the board. Ed Oliver isn’t an edge player and isn’t an elite pass rusher right now, but he has the skill and athleticism to have an Aaron Donald type impact.
4. Atlanta Falcons: Rashan Gary, DL Michigan
The Atlanta Falcons may be one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL this season. Their offense has not been able to reach their old heights since the departure of offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan, but the defense has been the bigger issue this season. Part of the issue has been the result of injuries, but aside from losing your starting quarterback, it is hard to point to injuries as the driving factor for a team picking in the top four. They have an issue up front on the defensive line and Rashan Gary is someone that can play all over. He is incredibly athletic and versatile making him the ideal pick for a team that needs to add talent.