01-30-2020, 07:43 PM
Giving it a shot. It probably won't go this way, but I tried to focus on getting the best player available, though it worked out with hitting a few needs, too.
1. Joe Burrow - QB, LSU
I don't really think there's anything else I need to explain.
2. Patrick Queen - LB, LSU
Athletic linebacker that can play three downs. Had a great season for LSU and would slot in right away as a starting linebacker for us. We severely lack speed on defense and he would give us a major boost.
3. Robert Hunt - OL, Louisiana
Hunt played outside at ULL, but will probably move inside in the pros. He needs some polishing, but he's got a ton of strength and mobility that could put him in the starting line right away.
4. Ben Bartch - OT, St. John's
Word out of Mobile was that Turner loved coaching up Bartch, so I'm taking a shot that the Bengals scoop him up here. He's a talented and raw offensive line prospect, but has a chance to make a difference down the line.
5. Troy Pride - CB, Notre Dame
Another Senior Bowl guy who had a good week. There are still some concerns when it comes to getting off blocks and his length, but he made some strides and his stock is rising.
6. Justin Strnad - LB, Wake Forest
Strnad struggled with tackling, but has the range and athleticism to play at the next level. He's more of a developmental guy, but can play weakside and use his speed to get to a play. He oftentimes overplays with a high motor, but I'll take that over hesitation.
7. Aaron Parker - WR, Rhode Island
Small-school wide out with playmaking ability that fell under the radar. His size is his most tantalizing attribute and getting him late may reveal another end of the draft diamond at Wide Receiver like Auden Tate.
1. Joe Burrow - QB, LSU
I don't really think there's anything else I need to explain.
2. Patrick Queen - LB, LSU
Athletic linebacker that can play three downs. Had a great season for LSU and would slot in right away as a starting linebacker for us. We severely lack speed on defense and he would give us a major boost.
3. Robert Hunt - OL, Louisiana
Hunt played outside at ULL, but will probably move inside in the pros. He needs some polishing, but he's got a ton of strength and mobility that could put him in the starting line right away.
4. Ben Bartch - OT, St. John's
Word out of Mobile was that Turner loved coaching up Bartch, so I'm taking a shot that the Bengals scoop him up here. He's a talented and raw offensive line prospect, but has a chance to make a difference down the line.
5. Troy Pride - CB, Notre Dame
Another Senior Bowl guy who had a good week. There are still some concerns when it comes to getting off blocks and his length, but he made some strides and his stock is rising.
6. Justin Strnad - LB, Wake Forest
Strnad struggled with tackling, but has the range and athleticism to play at the next level. He's more of a developmental guy, but can play weakside and use his speed to get to a play. He oftentimes overplays with a high motor, but I'll take that over hesitation.
7. Aaron Parker - WR, Rhode Island
Small-school wide out with playmaking ability that fell under the radar. His size is his most tantalizing attribute and getting him late may reveal another end of the draft diamond at Wide Receiver like Auden Tate.
