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[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... a pick that was telegraphed a few days ago, so no surprises here. Real playmaker with size and strength. Can sometimes have concentration drops, but makings of a true X. Needs to utilise his natural gifts more to be a consistent threat after the catch, but exciting upside. 𝐁

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

31. 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐥, SF. Could we see an Aiyuk trade on day two? Pearsall is an excellent route runner, outstanding athlete, has great hands and sits atop of this second tier of wideouts available. Better player than Worthy 3 picks prior. 𝐁+
32. 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞, CAR. This is...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

30. 𝐖𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬, BAL. Another typically strong Ravens pick. Wiggins has excellent cover skills, but does seem to shy away from contact somewhat, leading to inconsistent tackling. Could be due to a slender frame, but nevertheless, a really solid selection. 𝐁

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... he is overrated. Possibility that they are looking to recreate a Tyreek-Mahomes-lite, but it's unlikely to come to fruition. 𝐃-
29. 𝐆𝐮𝐲𝐭𝐨𝐧, DAL. Great value here to get the O-liner after the likes of Morgan and Barton. Potential at either L or RT. Athletic upside. 𝐀-

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... alone. Isn't particularly explosive or twitchy in comparison to some of his peers, but can play inside and out and will be a disruptive force no matter what. Exciting pick. 𝐀-
28. 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐲, KC. A head-scratcher for me. Speed kills, but inconsistent hands and generally...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

26. 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧, TB. Positional versatility, should have been the pick for GB at 25. Accomplished performer and plays with real grit. 𝐀-
27. 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧, ARI. Built like a true behemoth and is a real locker room leader. Could become a ⭐��� due to sheer will...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... so top-heavy at OL. Not convinced he has the chops to become a high quality tackle. Length concerns slide him inside to guard. A touch underwhelming, but more intriguing options remained on the board here. 𝐂

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... for Detroit, and will fit the timeline of this team, rather than gambling on someone rawer with upside. 𝐁+
25. 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧, GB. There has always been clamour for Morgan to be included at the back end of the first frame in mocks, but this is largely due to the class being...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... this guy is more explosive than MHJ and Odunze, has excellent RAC ability and will be a true weapon that could've gone earlier than this. 𝐀-
24. 𝐀𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐝, DET. Solid pick for a high floor corner. Isn't spectacular in any facet of his game, but is a character fit...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

22. 𝐌𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥, PHI. An ageing and increasingly washed up secondary gains not only an injection of youth, but the best corner in the draft... without the need for a trade up! 𝐀+
23. 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐉𝐫, JAC. Don't be fooled into thinking he is a one-trick pony...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... this is a player who should be utilised in imaginative ways to get to the passer and has an unparalleled level of explosion and fluidity at the position in this class. Best football ahead of him and a top-10 natural talent. Let's hope everything clicks. 𝐀+

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... to get him as low as 20th is a real coup, but it does make me worry that the injury concern is legit. For this, it only gets an 𝐀-, but I'm being picky and talking in hypotheticals here. Sensational player.
21. 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧, MIA. Unlimited, untapped upside...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... Inexperienced, but like the swing here. Fautanu still on the board though, so I'm knocking the grade slightly. 𝐁-
19. 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞, LAR. Great value, great potential. Real power AND flexibility around the edge. Set to wreak havoc. 𝐀+
20. 𝐅𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐮, PIT. Arguably OL1...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

17. 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫, MIN. Athletic profile and therefore ceiling is certainly intriguing, but he was my EDGE4, so a trade up to get him, despite it being a good value pick means 𝐁-
18. 𝐌𝐢𝐦𝐬, CIN. Wow, one I predicted beforehand, so I'm biased, but Mims has special qualities...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... injury is a worry, but polished pass rusher, and no real argument from me. Need meets BPA for the Colts. 𝐁+
16. 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐲, SEA. Disruptive interior presence, rumoured top-10 pick before the draft. Seahawks beefing up for trench warfare in the West. Another need 🤝BPA. 𝐀

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

13. 𝐁𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫��, LV. Top 10 talent, makes for a fascinating tandem with breakout candidate Mayer for 2024 and beyond. 𝐁+
14. 𝐅𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐚, NO. Early QB run allows another top-10 talent to fall. Nasty mauler, no-brainer pick. Easy 𝐀
15. 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐮, IND. 1st d-man off the board...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

11. 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐮, NYJ. Ceiling ++, more of a long term play. Prefer Fuaga or Fautanu as immediate starters. Increases my surprise w/this pick by a team in "win-now" mode. 𝐂+
12. 𝐍𝐢𝐱, DEN. Not a fan of this pick. Too much quality on board. Massive reach, despite need. 𝐃-

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... and is dynamite on 3rd and long. Intangibles very enticing, but physical profile is concerning and media delusions have ensured JJ has been taken higher than he perhaps should. 𝘾

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

... Arm talent on a par with anyone in the draft, and worth keeping the heat on the overpaid Cousins. 𝘽+
9⃣ Odunze, CHI. Completes a fantastic triumvirate of weapons for Caleb, sky-high character and upside. 𝘼
🔟 McCarthy, MIN. Arm not elite, but can create off-script...

[Ben Matthews @BenAMatthews]

7⃣ Latham, TEN. Massive, but light on his feet. Worry that he isn't a true LT, but athletic upside warrants a swing. 𝘽
8⃣ Penix, ATL. Age not a concern, neither are the injuries per se (his frame is another debate). Rightfully went ahead of Nix and JJ...