One before the numbers blind us

[Yojimbo]

Wanted to get one in before the combine and with the official comp picks, using the rankings of NFL Draft Scout since CBS used to be my favorite for that.

1. Orlando Brown Jr., 6' 7" 345lb RT. I haven't changed my mind on getting a monster at RT to get back to the Willie Anderson days. There are two traits that Brown has that just can't be taught and that's his size and his bloodlines. Sure he needs some technique improvement and more time out of the 3-point stance, but I'm confident he'll make the improvements he needs to make just as he's done in college, improving his body composition.


2. Rashaan Evans, 6'2" 232lb LB. Versatile linebacker that can play inside or outside, stop the run or rush the passer. I'd put him at SAM and some pass rush packages. Time to get Burfict some real help at linebacker, no more late round projects.


3a. Brian O'Neill, 6'5" 305lb LT. Former TE with very good athleticism. Still developing and probably isn't ready to start right away, but huge upside as a shutdown LT prospect.



3b. Mike Gesicki, 6'5" 245lb TE. Huge red zone target, more receiver than blocker. Needs to keep adding weight and improving blocking effort.


4.  Mason Cole, 6'3" 303 C. Played all over the line at Michigan, I'd prefer him at center with his build and tenacity.


5a. Chad Thomas, 6'5" 277lb DE. Lots of athleticism that never really maxed out. Maybe with proper coaching and motivation, we could have Dunlap's replacement in a couple of years.


5b. Nic Shimonek, 6'3" 225 QB. Intriguing prospect with lots of arm talent, but only 1 year starting experience.


6. Michael Badgley, 5'10" 186lb K. Maybe the Bengals try to do the right thing again and get a long term solution at kicker.


7's. Don't really care, going to be really hard to make the team this year with so many draft picks. Look for some DB/WR/ST help would be my goal.