2018 NFL Draft Mock Draft: Early Look at 2018 NFL Draft

Dec 21, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Wyoming Cowboys quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws a pass against the Brigham Young Cougars during the 2016 Poinsettia Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 21, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Wyoming Cowboys quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws a pass against the Brigham Young Cougars during the 2016 Poinsettia Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 31, 2016; Orlando , FL, USA; Louisville Cardinals quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) drops back against the LSU Tigers during the first half at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Orlando , FL, USA; Louisville Cardinals quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) drops back against the LSU Tigers during the first half at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

17. Denver Broncos- Derwin James, DB, Florida State

The Denver Broncos attributed a lot of their recent success to their talent in the secondary. They got a lot of great production out of Aqib Talib, Chris Harris JR, Bradley Roby and T.J. Ward. It’s possible that this group could face some turnover in the coming seasons.

Derwin James is someone they can identify as a potential replacement for one of their high-priced veterans.

18. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Tarvarus McFadden, CB, Florida State

Tampa Bay was in the market for a cornerback in the 2017 NFL Draft, but couldn’t pass on tight end O.J. Howard. This means they will begin the season heavily scouting the cornerbacks available for the 2018 NFL Draft.

19. New Orleans Saints- Josh Sweat, Edge, Florida State

New Orleans has made a strong effort to improve the talent on the defensive side of the ball. They recently added Marshon Lattimore, Manti Te’o, AJ Klein, Alex Anzalone and Marcus Williams to the mix. The Saints would be wise to add a high-upside pass rusher like Josh Sweat.

20. Cleveland Browns (Hou)- Lamar Jackson, QB, Louisville

The Cleveland Browns feel like one of the teams that could look at the unconventional Lamar Jackson. He’s obviously an explosive athlete, but still needs to work on the smaller points of playing quarterback. His draft stock will be one of the bigger storylines in the upcoming season.