By Jack McNicholas

April 16, 2020

1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck, QB, (Picked No.1 Overall)

Original Pick: Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford 

Andrew Luck was what the Colts needed here. After one of the worst seasons Luck is the savior. Despite retiring at the beginning of the season the Colts would still take this chance. With a 171-83 TD-Int Ratio and 23,671 passing yards in Six seasons.

2. Washington Redskins: Russell Wilson, QB, (Picked No.73 Overall)

Original Pick: Robert Griffin III, QB

Russell Wilson was not selected until the third round in this draft and now eight years later he is the only quarterback to Win a Super Bowl in this class that had such high potential. Russell has made the prowl seven out of eight years and never had a losing record.

3. Cleveland Browns: Kirk Cousins, QB (Picked No. 102 Overall) 

Original Pick: Trent Richardson, RB, Alabama 

Kirk Cousins was originally selected in the fourth round and is now one of the most efficient passers in the league. With a 67% completion percentage. Cousins was originally the backup to RGIII. Now he is a starter in the league and four out of five years starting has eclipsed 4,000 yards.

4. Minnesota Vikings: Luke Kuechly, LB (Picked No. 9 Overall) 

Original Pick: Matt Kahlil, OT, USC

Luke Kuechly retired at the end of last season. He is one of the best linebackers of this generation. With 1,091, and 18 interceptions in seven years. His injuries in Carolina may have been avoided if having a change of scenery. The Vikings pair Kuechly with Chad Greenway that is scary.

5.Jacksonville Jaguars: Fletcher Cox, DT (Picked No. 12 Overall) 

Original Pick: Justin Blackmon, WR, Oklahoma State

Jacksonville has yet to become Sacksonville. This starts by getting the best defensive lineman in the class. His 48 career sacks and 11 forced fumbles from the 5 technique are impressive. A wide receiver was a selection based on need. This time they go the route of best available player. Cox is a force and a long lasting starter in the NFL.

6. Dallas Cowboys: Stephon Gilmore, CB (Picked No. 10 Overall) 

Original Pick: Morris Claiborne, CB, LSU

Cowboys were in desperate need of a corner and selected Mo Claiborne. In this Re-Do they select the best cover corner available. The two time All- Pro and the DPOY Award and has established himself as a feared defender. His 24 career interceptions come to Dallas and Jerry Jones gets his guy right this time.

7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Harrison Smith, S (Picked No. 29 Overall) 

Original Pick: Mark Barron, S, Alabama 

Smith is a force on defense and has led Minnesota well his whole career. Tampa takes him here over Mark Barron who has had an average career. One of the best overall defensive forces in the NFL. 658 career tackles, seven forced fumbles, 13 sacks and four defensive touchdowns. Tampa gets their leader in the secondary for years to come.

8. Miami Dolphins: Nick Foles, QB (Picked No. 88 Overall)

Original Pick: Ryan Tannehill, QB, Texas A&M

The first shock pick, completely based on a large amount of QB’s going in the top three. The Titans needed a quarterback more than ever here and they take the best available. Nick Foles has had his ups and downs. However his up’s include a Super Bowl run and a 27 TD – 2 Int season. Foles would not have to sit behind Michael Vick. This would be a selection meeting need and giving Foles his opportunity.

9. Carolina Panthers: Bobby Wagner, LB (Picked No. 47 Overall)

Original Pick: Luke Kuechley, LB, Boston College

Luke Kuechley going early means the next best linebacker moves into this spot. Wagner is one of the most consistent defensive players. A six time pro bowler and a member of the NFL 2010’s All-Decade Team. Leading the league in total tackles twice. Wagner becomes the quarterback of the defense in Carolina.

10. Buffalo Bills: Chandler Jones, DE (Picked No. 21 Overall) 

Original Pick: Stephon Gilmore, CB, South Carolina

Chandler Jones goes here to the Bills going against Tom Brady twice a year instead of playing with him. He brings his 96.0 Career Sacks to Buffalo with this pick. Chandler still plays at the high level. Chandler creates a lot of turnovers with his 27 forced fumbles. Put him across from Mario Williams and you have a deadly pass rush.

11. Kansas City Chiefs: Alshon Jeffery, WR (Picked No. 45 Overall)

Original Pick: Dontari Poe, DT, Memphis 

The Chiefs need help here and although injuries have plagued Jeffery the past two seasons he will be an excellent weapon here for KC. Jeffery is a red zone threat that would work well in this offense at the time, and fills a great need. The 45 touchdowns are not to be overlooked as he would provide a passing attack for an offense that will eventually be led by Alex Smith.

12. Philadelphia Eagles: Casey Hayward, CB (Picked No. 62 Overall) 

Original Pick: Fletcher Cox, DT, Mississippi State 

Without having the chance to snag Fletcher Cox; the Eagles go after the top corner to add to their secondary in a division with Dez Bryant, Desean Jackson and Victor Cruz at the time. Hayward has been lock down. With 93 deflections and 22 career interceptions. Casey Hayward adds a lock down corner to the Philly defense.

13. Arizona Cardinals: David Decastro, G (Picked No. 24 Overall) 

Original Pick: Michael Floyd, WR, Notre Dame 

Floyd never lived up to the hype in Arizona. Here they go and select the top guard in this class. Playing 111 games of a possible 112. David Decastro has made a career as both a run and pass blocker. His stability is why he repeats as a first rounder. Adding to the Arizona line for years to come.

14. St. Louis Rams: Dontari Poe, DT (Picked No. 11 Overall) 

 Original Pick: Michael Brockers, DT, LSU

While Brockers is still in the league and a starting caliber player. Poe is a game changer for this defensive line. We have seen when in the right system Poe can be very effective. He has not been in the right system but remains effective in stopping opposing run games. Poe goes here over Brockers. As the Rams need a defensive tackle.

15. Seattle Seahawks: Levonte David, LB (Picked No. 58 Overall) 

Original Pick: Bruce Irivin, DE, West Virginia 

Seattle does not get the chance to select Bobby Wagner. With that they need someone who can tackle. Although Irvin was a productive player, Levonte David adds that tackling machine to the Seattle defense that was stellar in the early part of the 2010’s. His 1,007 total tackles, 22.5 sacks, 11 interceptions and 45 pass deflections. Seattle doesn’t get Wagner but does pick one of the best effective linebackers.

16. New York Jets: Melvin Ingram, LB (Picked No. 18 Overall)

Original Pick: Quinten Copels, DE, North Carolina

Melvin Ingram is one of the best pass rushers in the league and rightfully so goes here to the Jets at 16. Quinten Coples is nowhere as talented as Ingram who the Jets take here in this chance to Re-Do. He has made the pro bowl the last three years. I believe he can bring his 49 career sacks andbe productive on a Jets defense that is currently building its pass rush.

17. Cincinnati Bengals: Kelechi Osemele G (Picked No. 60 Overall)

Original Pick: Dre Kirkpatrick, CB, Alabama 

Dre Kirkpatrick was as effective as the Bengals secondary throughout his career. Not very effective. Osemele started 96 out of 96 total games in his career. Kelechi Osemele is just a great way to protect Andy Dalton and support the run game of Cincinnati.

18. San Diego Chargers: Dont’a Hightower (Picked No. 25 Overall) 

Original Pick: Melvin Ingram, LB South Carolina 

With Ingram gone to the Jets at 16 the Chargers select the next best talent for pass rusher in the class. His sack totals of 25.5 are lower than expected but he brings consistent pressure. Hightower has been one of the best linebackers in the league while in New England and now he will do the same for San Diego.

19. Chicago Bears: Mike Daniels, DE (Picked No. 132 Overall) 

Original Pick: Shea McCellin, DE, Boise State 

The long time Packer finds his way to a division rival in this Re-Do. Mike Daniels comes all the way up from his original places at 132, to help the Bears pass rush. Mike Daniels proved to be productive throughout his career but had some injuries. Nevertheless Daniels is the pick here for Chicago.

20. Tennessee Titans: T.Y Hilton, WR (Picked No. 92 Overall)

Original Pick: Kendall Wright, WR, Baylor
T.Y Hilton gives the Titans the opportunity to have a deep threat receiver that would create a problem for all who faced Hilton. The Titans wanted Kendall Wright to be their guy. Hilton has come from a mid round pick to the Colts go to weapon. With a change of scenery Hiltons health could be improved here.

21. New England Patriots: Brandon Brooks, G (Picked No. 76 Overall)

Original Pick: Chandler Jones, DE, Syracuse

Without the option to select Chandler Jones. The Patriots do what they must and select a Guard who has been one of the highest rated at his position. Brooks has started 106 games in his career out of a possible 112. Brooks helps both the run game in New England and the protection of Tom Brady.

22. Cleveland Browns: Doug Martin, RB (Picked No. 31 Overall) 

Original Pick: Brandon Weedan, QB, Oklahoma State 

The Browns got their quarterback with the earlier selection with Kirk Cousins and now they go after their biggest need, running back. Its safe to say that Doug Martin is more productive than any runner in this draft class. Although this draft is not deep in the position, the Browns get the top option.

23. Detroit Lions: Riley Reiff, OT (Same Selection) 

Original Pick: Riley Reiff, OT, Iowa

Riley Reiff is a very strong tackle that has been a great pass blocker and you can’t put a price on that. Here the Lions stick with this pick that had helped their offensive line and give Matthew Stafford more time to get the ball to Megatron.

24. Pittsburgh Steelers: Kevin Zeitler, OG (Picked No. 27 Overall) 

Original Pick: David Decastro, OG, Stanford 

Kevin Zeitler goes to the Steelers here and helps keep big ben upright. With a lack of running back talent. Pittsburgh gets a guard to help their offensive pass attack have more time to execute.

25. New England Patriots: Mark Barron, S (Picked No. 7 Overall) 

Original Pick: Dont’a Hightower, Edge Rusher, Alabama

Mark Barron never lived up to the hype of his No. 7 overall selection. However, he is a Bill Belichick guy. Barron is a hybrid linebacker/ safety. A consistent starter in the league and a pick here for New England giving them a versatile defensive player.

26. Houston Texans: Whitney Mercelius, Edge Rusher (Same Selection) 

Original Pick: Whitney Mercelius, Edge Rusher, Illinois 

Whitney Mercelius remains the same selection. Nothing fancy he has proven to be loved in Houston and has talents in the run stop and pass rushing games. Mercelius goes again to the Texans their happy with their pick to this day.

27. Cincinnati Bengals: Akiem Hicks, DE (Picked No. 89 Overall)

Original Pick: Kevin Zeitler, OG, Wisconsin 

Originally selected in the third round Hicks has made a name for himself in his career and is deserving of a first round selection. Many feel as though he could be ranked higher in this however it was not a hot start for Hicks. This give him that opportunity.

28. Green Bay Packers: Nick Perry, LB (Same Selection)

Original Pick: Nick Perry, LB, Wisconsin 

Nick Perry had his career end short in 2019 due to a nagging knee injury. However his career with the Packers was productive. Missing time is not in his control and the Packers make the same selection.

29. Minnesota Vikings: Tashaun Gipson, S (Undrafted) 

Original Pick: Harrison Smith, S, Notre Dame

The Vikings had a need at Safety. Without their anchor Harrison Smith being available here at No. 29 the Vikings take Tashaun Gipson. Originally un-drafted his tacking and ball hawk skills will prove well in Minnesota.

30. San Francisco 49ers: Janoris Jenkins, CB (Picked No. 39 Overall)

Original Pick: A.J Jenkins, WR, Illinois 

The San Fransisco 49ers need a receiver but opt for a corner, another positional need for them. Janoris Jenkins came onto the scene as a great man coverage corner and is the top corner available and A.J Jenkins proved not to be productive for San Fran.

31. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Alfred Morris, RB (Picked No. 173 Overall)

Original Pick: Doug Martin, RB, Boise State

Without Doug Martin being on the board, Alfred Morris rises to come up to the 31st pick. Originally number 173, Alfred Morris will have a productive career as Doug Martin did in the early years of his career. This is a RB friendly system.

32. New York Giants: Olivier Vernon, Edge Rusher (Picked No. 72 Overall)

Original Pick: David Wilson, RB Virginia Tech

Olivier Vernon made his way to the Giants after being drafted by Miami. Now the Giants build Vernon and get to use him during the prime years. Just coming off a Super Bowl where the defensive line made an impact. Now adding Vernon off the edge makes it that much scarier.