Las Vegas Raiders address defense in latest 7-round 2021 NFL Mock Draft

ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A video board displays the text 'THE PICK IS IN' for the Oakland Raiders during the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft at AT
ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A video board displays the text 'THE PICK IS IN' for the Oakland Raiders during the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft at AT
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Raiders still need help at wideout and Tylan Wallace can help them there. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
Raiders still need help at wideout and Tylan Wallace can help them there. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

At this point, you’re just looking for talent to add to the team, and Tylan Wallace is one of the most productive receivers in college football. His size is not ideal (6’0, 185lbs), but he has a rare blend of skills as someone who can win down the field, make plays after the catch, and win contested-catch opportunities.

That last one may not transfer over as well once he gets to the league, considering he doesn’t really do well against press coverage, or see it very often in the Big 12. However, he is a playmaker and would be a nice addition to a young receiver group.

Notre Dame has one of the best offensive lines in college football and will have multiple guys drafted this coming spring. Tommy Kraemer is a big physical player who will add instant value to the run game, but his limited athleticism and inconsistent play will likely lead to him getting taken on Day 3 of the draft. He has got the nastiness that I’m sure Jon Gruden will love.

Bobby Brown III is a big interior 1-tech that provides everything you want as a run defender in anchoring and taking on double teams. He offers little in terms of a consistent pass rusher but can cause some pressure with his strength. Outside of Maurice Hurst, there are too many question marks at defensive tackle, and Brown is a player who could come in and contribute right away, making him a steal this late.

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