The 2019 NFL draft is less than a week away, and the first-round outlook is still defined by its lack of clarity.
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3. Jets — Quinnen Williams, DT, Alabama: Having broadcast his desire to trade back, general manager Mike Maccagnan can only hope that some team gets itchy to move up the order for a quarterback. Should Gang Green remain here, Williams projects as the kind of defensive staple who would maximize the team's return with his knack for creating havoc in the backfield.QB needs: Ranking all 32 teams by need for QB in draft4.
8. Lions — Montez Sweat, DE, Mississippi State: Could Sweat's decision not to attend the draft be a harbinger for a tumble? The two-time all-Southeastern Conference selection explained his change of heart by saying he wanted to be with family in Georgia, but a heart condition flagged at the combine could give teams pause. If Detroit is comfortable with his medical outlook, Sweat would make a fitting pass-rush partner for Patriots expat Trey Flowers.
12. Packers — Noah Fant, TE, Iowa: Don't be fooled by Green Bay's historical aversion to investing top picks at this position; tight ends will play a crucial role in new coach Matt LaFleur's offense. Though this might seem high for Fant, the mismatch-creating target would help diversify the passing game.
16. Panthers — Andre Dillard, OT, Washington State: Carolina hasn't been able to find a consistent blindside protector for Cam Newton since Jordan Gross' retirement in 2013, and neither Taylor Moton nor Daryl Williams is a natural fit to move over from right tackle. Dillard's extensive experience in pass protection could afford Newton the stability he deserves.
20. Steelers — Devin Bush, LB, Michigan: Given the wide-ranging effect Bush's athleticism could have on the Steelers' defense, general manager Kevin Colbert ought to make this pick in less than the 4.43 seconds it took the linebacker to run his 40-yard dash. 24. Raiders — Greedy Williams, CB, LSU: The next step for Oakland after finding a premier pass rush should be to nab a coverage maven opposite Gareon Conley, and Williams fits the bill with his impressive length, speed and fluidity.
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