NFL DRAFT 'DAY TWO MOCK' - BEST PLAYERS AVAILABLE
By Simon Carroll
Day one is in the books, but there is stilll a plethora of talent out there for teams to add to their rosters. With some prospects expecting to see their name called in the first round, how long will they have to wait before they find their NFL home? Let’s speculate with a day two mock draft of the best players available:
ROUND 2
33. CLEVELAND BROWNS
Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
If you don’t have a quarterback, you keep shooting until you do. The Browns may have passed on his teammate, but finally Sanders comes off the board. His toughness will be welcomed in Cleveland.
34. HOUSTON TEXANS
Jonah Savaiinaea, OL, Arizona
After trading back last night, Houston have five picks on Day 2. They have a lot of work to do on their offensive line, and I can see Savaiinaea’s versatility being welcomed.
35. TENNESSEE TITANS
Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
This is Tennessee’s last pick until Saturday, so they need to nail it. I’m sure they would love to give their new QB a weapon, but their desperation for pass rush leads them to Green, who should have gone ten picks earlier.
36. CLEVELAND BROWNS
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
Whichever quarterback is under center in Cleveland next year, they could do with a reliable pass catcher to play opposite Jerry Jeudy. Burden has the intangibles, and with some developed route running could become a dangerous weapon in the AFC North.
37. LAS VEGAS RAIDERS
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
The slide stops for Will Johnson, who would likely have been a top-ten pick had it not been for some injury concerns. Eric Stokes was a nice pickup in free agency, but the Raiders need an injection of talent in their secondary.
38. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
The Patriots stay local and take the home-town kid in Ezeiruaku, a player whose stats haven’t done his pro-ready skillset justice at the college level. He and Harold Landry should make quite the duo in New England.
39. CHICAGO BEARS
Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
All the focus has been on building around Caleb Williams, but the Bears take a break on offense and inject some talent into their secondary here. The things you can do with Emmanwori are endless, and I’m sure Dennis Allen will move him around the back end of that defense.
40. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss
The Saints have so many needs, it’s difficult to pick where they address first. How about a fluid, physical corner who can come in and play opposite Kool-Aid McKinstry? Amos thrives in man coverage, something DC Brandon Staley likes to employ.
41. CHICAGO BEARS
TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
The move over to defense lasted just two picks in Chicago. D’Andre Swift had the most carries of his career in 2024, and his production waned. Pairing the explosive Henderson with a healthy, physical Roschon Johnson gives the Bears a devastating one-two punch in the backfield.
42. NEW YORK JETS
Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss
If Justin Fields is going to thrive in New York, then the Jets need to give him another weapon to work with. Harris gives him that big-bodied target that Fields needs, someone who he can trust on the boundary to reel in throws outside his body.
43. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
Shavon Revel, CB, East Carolina
The 49ers suffered a bit of an exodus at cornerback this offseason. For a franchise that prioritises physical tools, Revel brings the measurements and football IQ to the table – although the torn ACL in 2024 is a concern.
44. DALLAS COWBOYS
Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
The Cowboys have done a good job drafting in recent seasons, and they let another talent fall into their lap here. Scourton’s dip and bend off the edge is a thing of beauty, and the NFC East will have fits trying to control both him and Micah Parsons.
45. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS
Wyatt Milum, IOL, West Virginia
If Anthony Richardson is going to be a success in Indy, then the Colts need to improve their offensive line. Milum is not a sexy pick, but he will fight tooth and nail to protect the pocket from interior pass rush – and is a dog run blocking in space.
46. LOS ANGELES RAMS
JT Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State
Despite trading out of the first round, the Rams still have just two selections on Day 2. They use their first to add even more pass rush to their defense – I love the fit of Tuimoloau here, who can play that hybrid DE/OLB role that Chris Shula employs. Verse, Fiske AND JT? Sheesh.
47. ARIZONA CARDINALS
Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
The board hasn’t fallen too kindly for Arizona, who I’m sure would have loved to have strengthened their o-line with this pick. How about a sticky ball hawk to add to their secondary? Morrison comes with an injury concern, but the talent is undeniable.
48. MIAMI DOLPHINS
Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame
Back to back Fighting Irishmen come off the board as Miami find their replacement for Jevon Holland. Watts can play every alignment at safety, a versatile tool who, would it not be for lack of elite speed would have gone way before this selection.
49. CINCINNATI BENGALS
Darius Alexander, IDL, Toledo
Darius Alexander doesn’t have to go far to play in the NFL, as the Bengals pair him up with Shemar Stewart to add some serious young talent to their defensive line. Alexander is a physical disruptor with outrageous athleticism for the interior.
50. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss
Mike Macdonald will be desperate to add some more speed to his front seven. Umanmielen offers the rare athletic profile that suggests bigger dividends down the road, and can come in as a designated pass rusher in the Seahawks 3-4 hybrid defense early in his career.
51. DENVER BRONCOS
Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State
Sean Payton is going to love the explosiveness Noel brings to an offense. A threat with the ball in his hands, Noel gets separation with ease and would thrive over the middle on short to intermediate work. As a slot receiver, he’ll be Bo Nix’s best friend.
52. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Azareye'h Thomas, CB, Florida State
Seattle were one of the teams that changed the mould of what the NFL looks for in cornerbacks, and length and physicality still rule the roost in the Seahawks’ secondary. Thomas has fluidity and speed concerns, but there’s no doubting what he brings as a press-man corner.
53. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
Oluwafemi Oladejo, EDGE, UCLA
After adding another weapon to their explosive offense in the first round, the Bucs get to addressing their defense on Day 2. I like the fit of Oladejo in this 3-4 defense – long arms, quick get-off and has an incredible low center of gravity as he bends the edge.
54. GREEN BAY PACKERS
Landon Jackson, EDGE, Arkansas
When doing mocks, I focus more on fit than I do draft rankings. In this case, I think Jackson fits the bill on both range and suitability – an ideal 4-3 end who has ideal physical and athletic profiles that will allow Jeff Hafley to keep him on the field for three downs.
55. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
Mason Taylor, TE, LSU
Jim Harbaugh might want a bit more evidence when it comes to blocking, but there’s no denying the value Mason brings as a passing game weapon at this juncture of the draft. Taylor offers Justin Herbert a viable alternative to targeting Ladd McConkey 20 times a game.
56. BUFFALO BILLS
TJ Sanders, IDL, South Carolina
TJ Sanders was a joy to watch in College Football in 2024. At under 300lbs, you’d think he’d solely be an interior pass rusher, but Sanders has the torque to be a true run-stuffer in the NFL. Him and Ed Oliver will be a handful for any o-line in the AFC East.
57. CAROLINA PANTHERS
Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA
For Panthers fans still with fond memories of Luke Kuechly, this could be a welcome pick in Carolina. Schwesinger doesn’t have the power to defeat blocks like Kuechly did, but he does share the play diagnosis, click and close speed and ruthless tackling their former linebacker possessed.
58. HOUSTON TEXANS
Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
Double-dipping on offensive line is not glamorous, but it’s exactly what the Texans need to do to protect CJ Stroud. In this mock, they continue to go for size; Ersery is outrageously quick for a 6’6″, 330lb man – and should eventually replace Cam Robinson as Laremy Tunsil’s successor on the blind side.
59. BALTIMORE RAVENS
Marcus Mbow, IOL, Purdue
Baltimore lost some o-line depth in free agency, and there are a couple of options at this point in the draft. Some might think Georgia’s Tate Ratledge would be more to Eric DeCosta’s taste, but I’d bank on the upside of Mbow here – a tenacious, gritty blocker with positional versatility.
60. DETROIT LIONS
Bradyn Swinson, EDGE, LSU
The Lions are a tough team to figure out when it comes to drafting – they play to the beat of their own drum. But one thing we do know is they love guys with non-stop motors. Swinson brings the grit and urgency to every rep that Dan Campbell covets, and the stats back it up during his time at LSU.
61. WASHINGTON COMMANDERS
Darien Porter, CB, Iowa State
The secondary is probably Washington’s biggest concern coming off the back of their most successful season in decades. Darien Porter has some classic traits that Dan Quinn will admire – length, strength and dangerous ball skills.
62. BUFFALO BILLS
Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State
James Cook’s contract holdout is a concern. But regardless as to whether he’s in Buffalo for the long haul, the Bills may well be interested in adding another explosive piece to their offense. Judkins is a problem with the ball in his hands, and much like Cook can be a weapon for Josh Allen out of the backfield.
63. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
Alfred Collins, IDL, Texas
This is a filthy landing spot for Collins. The Chiefs are in the market for some help on the defensive interior, and also have one eye on the future with Chris Jones coming to the end of an incredible career. Collins doesn’t get after the QB like Jones, but as a run-stuffer he’s one of the best in this draft class.
64. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
Tate Ratledge, IOL, Georgia
There is more to this selection than just assuming Howie Roseman only takes prospects from Georgia, although I do like that it fits that narrative too. The Eagles are in the market for interior o-line depth, and Ratledge should be able to supplant Tyler Steen at right guard.
ROUND 3
65. NEW YORK GIANTS
Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College
66. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa
67. CLEVELAND BROWNS
Cameron Williams, OT, Texas
68. LAS VEGAS RAIDERS
Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State
69. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
Jack Bech, WR, TCU
70. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS
Harold Fannin Jr, TE, Bowling Green
71. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
72. CHICAGO BEARS
Emery Jones, OT, LSU
73. NEW YORK JETS
Omarr Norman-Lott, IDL, Tennessee
74. CAROLINA PANTHERS
Jared Wilson, IOL, Georgia
75. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
Jalen Royals, WR, Utah State
76. DALLAS COWBOYS
Kyle Williams, WR, Washington State
77. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
Barrett Carter, LB, Clemson
78. ARIZONA CARDINALS
Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
79. HOUSTON TEXANS
Andrew Mukuba, S, Texas
80. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS
Chris Paul Jr, LB, Ole Miss
81. CINCINNATI BENGALS
Kevin Winston Jr, S, Penn State
82. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Tez Johnson, WR, Oregon
83. PITTSBURGH STEELERS
Jacob Parrish, CB, Kansas State
84. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
Lathan Ransom, S, Ohio State
85. DENVER BRONCOS
Jordan Burch, EDGE, Oregon
86. LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
Shemar Turner, IDL, Texas A&M
87. GREEN BAY PACKERS
Dorian Strong, CB, Virginia Tech
88. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS
Charles Grant, OT, William & Mary
89. HOUSTON TEXANS
Ty Robinson, IDL, Nebraska
90. LOS ANGELES RAMS
Terrance Ferguson, TE, Oregon
91. BALTIMORE RAVENS
Kyle Kennard, EDGE, South Carolina
92. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Demetrius Knight Jr, LB, South Carolina
93. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
Ashton Gillotte, EDGE, Louisville
94. CLEVELAND BROWNS
Cam Skattebo, RB, Arizona State
95. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
Miles Frazier, IOL, LSU
96. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
Denzel Burke, CB, Ohio State
97. MINNESOTA VIKINGS
David Walker, EDGE, Central Arkansas
98. MIAMI DOLPHINS
Dylan Fairchild, IOL, Georgia
99. HOUSTON TEXANS
DJ Giddens, RB, Kansas State
100. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
Joshua Farmer, IDL, Florida State
101. ATLANTA FALCONS
Zy Alexander, CB, LSU
102. DETROIT LIONS
Billy Bowman, S, Oklahoma
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