Cowboys, Rams plan for future with draft selections
The NFL Draft is approaching quickly, with just 33 days left. Recent evaluations of team needs and players have led to a new mock draft, version 2.0. This version predicts the first round without any trades. The Tennessee Titans are expected to select Cam Ward, a quarterback from Miami, as their top pick. The Cleveland Browns plan to choose Shedeur Sanders, a quarterback from Colorado, to boost their roster after losing Jameis Winston. The New York Giants will likely pick Abdul Carter, an edge rusher from Penn State, to improve their defense. The New England Patriots are eyeing Travis Hunter, a versatile player who can fill roles as a wide receiver and cornerback. The Jacksonville Jaguars are expected to draft Mason Graham, a defensive tackle from Michigan, to strengthen their front line. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders are projected to select Ashton Jeanty, a running back from Boise State. The New York Jets will likely take Tyler Warren, a tight end from Penn State, to enhance their offense. The Carolina Panthers may choose Tetairoa McMillan, a wide receiver from Arizona, to give their quarterback a strong target. The New Orleans Saints are expected to pick Will Campbell, an offensive tackle from LSU, to boost their line. The Chicago Bears are set to take Armand Membou, an offensive tackle from Missouri, while the San Francisco 49ers are projected to draft Jahdae Barron, a cornerback from Texas. The Dallas Cowboys may select Jalon Walker, a linebacker from Georgia, as insurance for Micah Parsons' contract situation. The Miami Dolphins are considering Kelvin Banks Jr., an offensive tackle from Texas, to protect their quarterback. The Indianapolis Colts plan to pick Colston Loveland, a tight end from Michigan. The Atlanta Falcons could choose Matthew Golden, a wide receiver from Texas, to add speed to their receiving corps. The Arizona Cardinals are eyeing Will Johnson, a cornerback from Michigan, while the Cincinnati Bengals expect to select Mike Green, an edge rusher from Marshall. The Seattle Seahawks may take Grey Zabel, an offensive tackle from North Dakota State, for their offensive line. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are likely to draft Jihaad Campbell, a linebacker from Alabama, while the Denver Broncos are set to pick Omarion Hampton, a running back from North Carolina. The Pittsburgh Steelers are projected to choose Malaki Starks, a safety from Georgia. The Los Angeles Chargers could select Emeka Egbuka, a wide receiver from Ohio State, while the Green Bay Packers may take Kenneth Grant, a defensive tackle from Michigan. The Minnesota Vikings expect to choose Walter Nolen, a defensive tackle from Ole Miss. The Houston Texans are considering Josh Simmons, an offensive tackle from Ohio State. The Los Angeles Rams may pick Jaxon Dart, a quarterback from Ole Miss, to groom under Sean McVay. The Baltimore Ravens could draft Mykel Williams, an edge rusher from Georgia. The Detroit Lions are projected to pick Shemar Stewart, an edge rusher from Texas A&M, while the Washington Commanders may select James Pearce Jr., an edge rusher from Tennessee. The Buffalo Bills are likely to draft Nick Emmanwori, a safety from South Carolina. Finally, the Kansas City Chiefs could take Derrick Harmon, a defensive tackle from Oregon, while the Philadelphia Eagles are set to choose Tyler Booker, an offensive guard from Alabama, to boost their strong offensive line.