2020 NFL full first round mock draft: Raiders add a cornerback at 12
By Nick Ellis
13. San Francisco 49ers (from Indianapolis Colts): CeeDee Lamb, WR, Oklahoma
The NFC Champions add a consensus top-two wide receiver in the 2020 NFL Draft, as CeeDee Lamb is a player that could bring the 49ers offense to another level. The 49ers got this pick from the Indianapolis Colts, as they traded away former first rounder DeForst Buckner to them for pick No. 13.
Lamb’s build reminds me of Julio Jones, and his play is not far off either. Pairing Lamb with Deebo Samuel would make the 49ers receiving group go from a weakness to a strength immediately. If Jimmy Garoppolo is the guy in San Fran, he has all the weapons he needs now.
14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Andrew Thomas, OT, Georgia
Tom Brady already has the weapons he needs in Tampa Bay, and now he gets some protection, as well. Andrew Thomas may be the best offensive lineman in the 2020 NFL Draft, and Brady will need the type of protection he has had in New England.
The Buccaneers allowed 47 sacks last season, something that likely hurt Jameis Winston’s play throughout the year in 2019. Thomas is going to be able to step in and start right away, and the Buccaneers could be one of the bigger surprise stories in the NFC next season.
15. Denver Broncos: Henry Ruggs III, WR, Alabama
The Denver Broncos add the fastest receiver in the draft class to pair with Courtland Sutton, giving their young quarterback Drew Lock a pair of solid weapons. Alabama’s Henry Ruggs III not only is fast but has the ability to go up and get the ball, has great hands and is a yards-after-catch machine.
In a division with Patrick Mahomes and Tyreek Hill, the Broncos will need an explosive offense to match them, and they add arguably the most explosive player in the draft. After adding running back Melvin Gordon, and bolstering the offensive line this offseason, Denver has their pieces on offense.
16. Atlanta Falcons: Javon Kinlaw, DT, South Carolina
Javon Kinlaw falls to the 16th pick of the draft, and the Atlanta Falcons do not miss their opportunity to add the interior pass rusher from South Carolina. Kinlaw moves very well for his size and position and can move to either the interior or edge rusher.
Kinlaw is a great run stopper, as well as a pass rusher, recording six sacks last season. The Falcons only recorded 28 sacks last season, a stat that will not get the job done against players like Drew Brees who they play twice a year.