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2020 NFL 7-round mock draft: Raiders bolster edge, WR in 1st round

By Nicholas Cothrel

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 25: A general view of a video board as the Oakland Raiders pick is announced during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 25: A general view of a video board as the Oakland Raiders pick is announced during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /
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MIAMI GARDENS, FL – OCTOBER 08: Levonta Taylor #1 of the Florida State Seminoles celebrates after a blocked extra point during a game against the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on October 8, 2016 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
MIAMI GARDENS, FL – OCTOBER 08: Levonta Taylor #1 of the Florida State Seminoles celebrates after a blocked extra point during a game against the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on October 8, 2016 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) /

Pick Analysis. 172. 804. Scouting Report. Cornerback. Florida State. LevontaTaylor. player

The Raiders can use all the help they can get when it comes to their abysmal secondary. Paul Guenther’s scheme can be a complex one, but Florida State’s track record of defensive backs just seems to pump them out.

Levonta Taylor is exactly what an NFL nickel corner looks like. His coverage skills are solid, however when he matches up against larger receivers it could become an issue in the NFL. He was the No.1 high school cornerback recruit for a reason — cover ability in the slot and his competitive nature.

The Florida State defensive back has averaged 19 tackles and one interception during his college career. While his numbers don’t flash very much, he projects as a depth piece for an NFL secondary.

Pros:

  • Footwork
  • Technique
  • Coverage ability

Cons:

  • Size
  • Power
  • Getting through traffic
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