This is my third mock draft, and I've pegged Marshall to the Ravens in all three, which pretty much guarantees that they will go in another direction. n his first mock draft since the Eagles’ trade-down to No. It just makes too much sense, though. One thing to know: According to Pro Football Focus, Owusu-Koramoah took 195 snaps along the defensive line, 433 in the box and 680 in the slot over the past two seasons. That's how Jackson can take the leap forward in Year 4. Jerry Hughes is turning 33 before the 2021 season, so the pass-rush would benefit from depth. ESPN took a unique approach with this particular mock draft fielding an all-22 team using only this year’s prospects. Man, I'm tempted, and I know Jerry Jones would be too. 1 need. What you need to know about MLB's hottest new rivalry. Has Mercedes regained the advantage already? I thought hard about Alabama center Landon Dickerson, who could be a Day 1 replacement for Pouncey. The Falcons need to start thinking about the future. I picture him helping to cover some of those high-end AFC West tight ends. Safety Caden Sterns is considered an NFL guy as well but will be selected closer to Day Three. I like the fit here, particularly with Riley Reiff leaving in free agency. Jones is a pinpoint thrower who can manipulate the pocket and find targets down the field. Someone explosive like Kadarius Toney (Florida) might be tempting, but he's too similar to a) the Ravens' 2019 top pick Marquise Brown and b) many of the slot/elusive receivers who would be available on Day 2. This is the first time in my history of doing mock drafts that I'm going to project trades in my projection of picks 1-32. He would be an outstanding fit next to nose tackle Vita Vea, who has emerged as one of the most dominant defensive linemen in the NFL. Since I gave Miami a wide receiver at No. The knock on him is that he had only one interception in three seasons, but ball production will come in time. He can play inside or outside. Yes, Washington needs a left tackle, and yes, Mayfield played on the right side at Michigan. Finally, a safety off the board. • Kiper/McShay draft dueling superteams He has tremendous range. — The countdown is on to the 2021 NFL Draft. This selection could reunite former Alabama teammates Surtain and fellow CB Trevon Diggs. If Smith is gone, cornerback could be in play too. Where do the QBs land, and what happens now for the Jets, Panthers, others? They don't have the pressure to take one of the top four quarterbacks and let him compete with Jalen Hurts. 1 to No. Also keep an eye on linemen on the board, as guys such as Rashawn Slater and Alijah Vera-Tucker would help that Arizona interior. ESPN.com ranks all of the 2021 NFL Draft prospects, sorted by rating and complete with stats and player scouting reports. Notable free-agent additions: CB Shaquill Griffin, S Rayshawn Jenkins, DT Roy Robertson-Harris, WR Marvin Jones Jr., TE Chris Manhertz, Notable free-agent losses: WR Keelan Cole, QB Mike Glennon. But ultimately, I want a shutdown corner in Tennessee's contention window. He's tough and can get home on the QB, but he's also an outside linebacker who can drop into coverage. Instead, I went interior offensive line, even after the Kevin Zeitler deal. Author: Glen West Publish date: Apr 8, 2021. 1 overall. via email. • Pro day notes | Top playmakers NFL Draft 2021: Patriots projected to trade up for Justin Fields, take WR Amari Rodgers in Round 2 by ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. And did you see his pro day workout? When I sat down recently to watch his 2020 tape, I loved what I saw. And while the Saints get better on each side of the ball, this projection has them exiting the first two rounds without addressing their most important need: cornerback. I'm just a big fan of Harris. Look at that -- New England doesn't even have to trade up to find its quarterback. One thing to know: Wilson's 73.5% completion rate in 2020 ranks seventh in college football history. April 13, 2021 8:48 am. One thing to know: Chase was an unanimous first-team All-American in 2019, becoming just the 12th LSU player to receive that honor. He can cover and has some ball skills, including picking off three passes last season. 2021 NFL Draft predictions including pick-by-pick analysis from CBS Sports NFL experts. ESPN expert Mel Kiper Jr. has released his latest 2021 NFL Mock Draft, and it projects the Patriots to make a bold trade to move up in the first round. Leicester to outgun Southampton? They also are a prime trade-down option, particularly to try to get better value for a defender -- and acquire more picks. Simply put, you have to protect quarterback Joe Burrow. Notable free-agent additions: OT Cameron Erving, C Pat Elflein, LB Haason Reddick, TE Dan Arnold, LB Denzel Perryman, Notable free-agent losses: WR Curtis Samuel, TE Chris Manhertz, DE Stephen Weatherly. • E+: Did Jets win deal? The production wasn't there at Michigan -- 11.5 sacks in four seasons -- but I would bet on his upside, and you can see his tremendous first-step ability if you turn on the tape. Parsons opted out of the 2020 season, and I'm excited to see how he tests at his pro day on March 25. Kiper's mock trade includes the Patriots sending the Cowboys pick No. Let's do just that. Teams are starting to lock in their rankings. 259 -- for the 2021 NFL draft, which begins on April 29. He is a leader in the locker room, too. Kentucky's Kelvin Joseph was an option for me, too, and an edge rusher or tackle would have been justifiable. There are dozens of intriguing prospects who have yet to work out for teams. Well, they're certainly paying free-agent acquisition Kenny Golladay like one. Notable free-agent additions: C Corey Linsley, OT Matt Feiler, TE Jared Cook, Notable free-agent losses: TE Hunter Henry, QB Tyrod Taylor, S Rayshawn Jenkins, LB Denzel Perryman. Let's go back-to-back Alabama wide receivers and reunite Waddle with his former college quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. But Newton is not likely to be the Patriots' guy past 2021, and Jones could soak up the pro game for a season before taking over as the starter. I wouldn't be surprised to see them take a wide receiver with one of their second-rounders (Nos. • QBs: Key stats | Best traits | Questions NFL Mock Draft 2021: Complete 7-round edition pairs Patriots, Bears, Washington with new QBs after top picks NFL Mock Draft 2021: Complete 7-round edition American Football 7h ago Detroit has made some puzzling moves this offseason, but what position to target here shouldn't be a stumper. Farley is one of the best pure cover corners in this class. So the pivot is from speed on offense to speed on defense. He's the best available player, and he posted tremendous numbers (15.5 tackles for loss and eight sacks) in his final college season after retiring at UCLA and then returning and transferring. Miami already owns four picks in the top 50 -- including the Texans' first- and second-round picks -- and now it could add another premier pick (or multiple ones) in next year's draft. Another player I nearly took here: Christian Barmore, as a Barmore-Vita Vea pairing on the defensive line could be tough to beat. And while I like Owusu-Koramoah's game, Collins' size, length and better pass-rushing traits -- Owusu-Koramoah is more of an off-the-ball linebacker type -- ultimately tipped it in his favor. Seriously. For what it's worth, Panthers GM Scott Fitterer agrees. But I also thought about Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah in a Jeremy Chinn-esque strong safety role, which should be something to discuss. The Cowboys brought back slot corner Jourdan Lewis, but there's still a hole at one of the outside spots, with Chidobe Awuzie walking in free agency. Cam Newton is returning for another season, of course, and that was a smart deal to bring back a well-respected guy whom the rest of the locker room loves. Offensive line and wide receiver are two more positions that the Bills could target. His latest 2021 NFL mock draft, complete with trades, should certainly get folks talking. 2, with only a few more weeks left until we know for sure what they're planning. Notable free-agent additions: DE Yannick Ngakoue, WR John Brown, RB Kenyan Drake, DE Solomon Thomas, Notable free-agent losses: WR Nelson Agholor, G Gabe Jackson, C Rodney Hudson. I love when the NFL draft rolls around each year, and wow, this 2021 class is loaded with talent. • Mock drafts: Kiper | McShay | GM 75 press coverage snaps). So my initial leaning becomes even stronger: Get Pittsburgh a lineman. I'd keep an eye on every position outside of defensive tackle -- Quinnen Williams is a future superstar -- and draft the best defender on the board. Can Athletic get Copa del Rey redemption vs. Barca? But he could certainly transition, or perhaps Morgan Moses slides over to the left side where he has 400-plus career snaps. The Chargers signed Corey Linsley, Matt Feiler and Oday Aboushi on the interior of the offensive line, but they still need to solidify the unit and better protect Justin Herbert. One thing to know: Smith's 1,856 receiving yards in 2020 are a single-season SEC record and the most by a Power 5 player since Michael Crabtree in 2007 (1,962). One thing to know: Collins was the only FBS player with at least four sacks and four interceptions last season. There's some buzz around Eichenberg, who was the Fighting Irish's left tackle for the past two seasons. After I put three trades in my Mock Draft 2.0, I have two more in this edition. Get to know this name, because Davis is a big-time riser. And even after bringing in Desmond Trufant, the CB group could use reinforcements. 14, while also acquiring premium picks next year. Offensive line is another position to watch -- particularly if Oregon's Penei Sewell is still on the board -- though Dallas could save that for Day 2. Notable free-agent additions: S Keanu Neal, OT Ty Nsekhe, DE Tarell Basham, DT Carlos Watkins, DT Brent Urban, Notable free-agent losses: QB Andy Dalton, CB Chidobe Awuzie, OT Cameron Erving. McShay's Mock Draft 3.0 For coach Vic Fangio, it'd be a flashback to his Chicago defenses when he had versatile game-breaking linebackers. 20 and either start him on the right side or play him at guard and groom him to take over at left tackle for veteran Charles Leno Jr. Vera-Tucker is a high-upside lineman with all the traits to be a longtime starter at tackle. While we are still a few weeks away, former Florida tight end Kyle Pitts' name keeps popping up inside the top five in various mock drafts … 8, let's address the pass rush with Phillips, a former five-star prospect who thrived in 2020 at Miami after transferring from UCLA. Get him on the field and watch him make plays. Sometimes it becomes essentially a coin flip for one guy versus another, and one obviously has to lose out. The other position to monitor here is on the offensive line, with former starters Trent Brown, Gabe Jackson and Rodney Hudson all being traded away in the past 10 days. We'll start with the Jaguars at the top of, course, and end with the Super Bowl champion Buccaneers, with some surprises along the way. The wide receiver unit went from Kenny Golladay and Marvin Jones Jr. to Tyrell Williams and Breshad Perriman in March. And could Ferrari spring a surprise? Has Mercedes regained the advantage already? 8 and acquire what could be a 2022 first- or second-round pick (plus more considerations). Notable free-agent losses: S Andrew Adams, OT Joe Haeg, Could the Patriots find their next Tom Brady in Mac Jones? In my mind, Cosmi is a top-five tackle in this class, and with Anthony Castonzo retiring, the Colts would love to have someone like him -- big and physical -- come in and replace Castonzo at left tackle. North Dakota State's Trey Lance was also in the mix, but it's too risky for my blood to trade all those picks to move up this high to invest in a quarterback who played just one game since 2019 and zero in his career against FBS competition. I've gotten in trouble before for saying that a few quarterbacks are "Tom Brady-like," but I'm really talking about accurate, tall pocket passers. 1 wide receiver? Jenkins has played on both sides of the line and just fits so well in Matt LaFleur's outside zone scheme. It's possible. A former high school wrestler, Humphrey is tough, physical and smart. One thing to know: Waddle owns three of the five longest scoring receptions in Alabama team history. For me, that's Owusu-Koramoah, a sideline-to-sideline tackling machine. With potential future Hall of Famer Patrick Peterson gone to Minnesota in free agency, cornerback is a clear need for the Cardinals. For the Eagles, they were able to add extra draft capital in 2022 while moving back six spots. He is a game-changing home-run hitter, and I'd rather have that than an elite route runner such as Smith. Indianapolis also has a hole at left tackle after Anthony Costanzo retired. LIVE Transfer Talk: Werner fighting for future as Chelsea eye Aguero, Haaland. If one of the top corners drops to No. Kadarius Toney catches two touchdowns and runs in another as the Gators dominate on both sides of the ball for a convincing 41-17 win over Missouri. Waddle is the best deep threat in this stellar class. I'll leave figuring out how Round 1 will actually play out to my guys Mel Kiper Jr. and Todd McShay. I'm expanding this projection to the first two rounds and making predictions for Picks 1-64. But ultimately, it's Lance as a critical part of Atlanta's future. Any doubt that the Jets were going this route has now been put to bed, as the Jets traded Sam Darnold to Carolina. Julian Edelman is turning 35, and there's still room for playmakers in the wide receivers room after the Patriots signed Nelson Agholor and Kendrick Bourne. Yes, I watched the Super Bowl too. And I love his closing statement on the 2020 season, throwing 14 touchdowns over his last three games en route to a national title. Notable free-agent additions: OLB Bud Dupree, DE Denico Autry, OT Kendall Lamm, CB Janoris Jenkins, Notable free-agent losses: TE Jonnu Smith, CB Adoree' Jackson, WR Corey Davis, CB Desmond King II. Avalanche put on COVID hiatus; 3 games ppd. • Newton: What Darnold brings to Carolina • Full ranking | Pick order | More. With Corey Davis leaving in free agency, this is a really thin wide receiver depth chart behind A.J. I had thought this team would target a corner at No. 33 or 45), and there should be stellar options on the board (Minnesota's Rashod Bateman, Ole Miss' Elijah Moore or LSU's Terrace Marshall Jr. would be ideal weapons). 6. 9 that they could get at No. Brown. He could also put his hand in the dirt and rush the passer. The 2021 NFL draft is a month away, and Todd McShay projects Rounds 1 and 2. https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2021/insider/story/_/id/31114487 He started only 17 games in college, all of which were against FCS competition, and it's a big jump to the pros. The Saints could use him in a lot of different ways, including at weakside linebacker or in the "overhang" position. The Bucs have spent free agency getting the band back together for another season, with wide receiver Chris Godwin, tight end Rob Gronkowski and edge rusher Shaquil Barrett among the players who have been re-signed. In fact, there are already a plethora of them published daily. When I look at this roster, I don't see many holes. (It does have a third-round compensatory pick, however.) He is disruptive off the edge and flies around the field in run defense. Ringside Seat: As Jake Paul fights Ben Askren, what does his boxing future look like? ESPN's Bob McClellan and ESPN Stats & Information provided research for the "one thing to know" for each prospect. I also thought about offensive line, as a stronger unit would allow Tagovailoa to climb the pocket and make better throws. This is another spot in which I thought about center Landon Dickerson. This team is still far away from contention, though, so this could be a spot to watch for a team trying to trade into Round 1. The league's annual marquee offseason event is just over two weeks away. (Sorry Texans, Seahawks and Rams.). The Saints are another cash-strapped team that must build its roster through the draft, and they lost some serious talent in free agency. The Raiders moved on from a majority of their starting offensive linemen over the past few weeks, and Slater is versatile enough to slide into any role Las Vegas would need him to fill. 15 and a … And Horn is a tough press corner who would step right into a big role. The Jaguars added Rayshawn Jenkins in free agency, but expect him to play closer to the line of scrimmage. A top three of Fuller, Waddle and DeVante Parker would be one of the NFL's best, and each of them could take the top off a defense. Pro days are finishing up soon, and that's when I'll set my rankings. • Social: Carolina has fun with the trade. Ex-NFL star Lynch joins soccer ownership ranks, NFL win total predictions: Our reporters make over/under picks for all 32 teams, LAFC over Columbus Crew for MLS Cup? The 2021 NFL draft is quickly approaching, and most of the pro days are over. The list below doesn't even including future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees, who retired earlier this month. / by Dave Zangaro. Last year, Dallas needed defense but took advantage of receiver CeeDee Lamb sliding to No. He had a 4.56 in the 40-yard dash, a 36-inch vertical jump and a 10-foot-5 broad jump -- at 260 pounds. Now, they can evaluate Hurts in 2021 alongside an elite wide receiver in Chase, then figure out next offseason whether Hurts is the guy around whom they want to build their team. One thing to know: Parsons' final college game -- 2019 Cotton Bowl -- was his best, as he tied his career high in tackles (14) and posted career highs in tackles for loss (three), sacks (two), forced fumbles (two) and pass breakups (two). 9. Plus, I have concerns about whether Smith's frame can stand up to the rigors of an NFL season. Notable free-agent additions: G Joe Thuney, G Kyle Long, TE Blake Bell, Notable free-agent losses: None yet -- WR Sammy Watkins, OT Mitchell Schwartz, OT Eric Fisher, C Austin Reiter and G Kelechi Osemele are all unsigned. There's no guarantee that the Falcons are picking this high again, so take advantage of the opportunity. There's a wide range on where Parsons could go, but his athletic testing numbers could make him a top-15 lock. With four picks in the top 45, new Jaguars coach Urban Meyer and general manager Trent Baalke can get Lawrence some premier help. UFC Fight Night viewers guide: Robert Whittaker should be one win away from a title shot, NHL Playoff Watch Daily: Bruins, Islanders run it back on Friday night, 7 reasons you won't want to miss the 2021 NCAA gymnastics championships, The most important storylines to watch in this weekend's spring games. Davis is the total package, and he could slot in at middle linebacker for Jon Gruden's Raiders team. Green is not a long-term solution. There's not much else behind them, with Kenny Golladay and Marvin Jones Jr. both signing elsewhere. No discussion necessary, even with pass-catchers such as Ja'Marr Chase, Kyle Pitts, DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle on the board. I'm sprinting to the podium to lock in that pick. Full draft order: Nos. I know Smith has mainly played guard, but he can also suit up at tackle. • First Draft podcast ». Toney could have a few different suitors in this range, and Ryan Tannehill would love him. I think you'll find them interesting. Notable free-agent losses: OLB Bud Dupree, CB Mike Hilton, OT Matt Feiler. Should the Falcons take Trey Lance fourth overall? My feeling is that San Francisco could instead stay put in Round 1 and address its biggest hole with one of the top cornerbacks. 25 selection to add a high-end talent as well. Sewell is an elite talent, and if this quarterback class wasn't so strong, he might be a lock for the top five. The Panthers would instantly become a must-watch offense every Sunday. With its salary-cap situation, Atlanta mostly has to stay out of free agency, and it even had to restructure quarterback Matt Ryan's contract to get under the $182.5 million cap. This would likely cost at least Minnesota's second-rounder in 2022 and likely more. NFL Draft 2021: ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr.’s latest mock predicts 5 QBs in top 10, including Zach Wilson to Jets Updated Apr 13, 2021; Posted Apr 13, 2021 ESPN… Owusu-Koramoah has some coverage traits that could make him valuable on third down. I see Owusu-Koramoah as a hybrid defender in the NFL, and he's not the type of player you'll often see on the open market. The Chiefs did it last year at No. I'm not predicting that these guys are going to become Hall of Famers. 9, and that could still be an option with Kyle Fuller getting only a one-year deal in free agency. And Etienne's pass-catching skill would help Tom Brady out. He is one of the best route runners I've scouted, and he beats any corner put in front of him. Toney will do damage out of the slot: In his career, he averaged 15.6 yards per catch when lined up in the slot, adding 10 scores. In the end, Darnold just wasn't consistent enough for the Jets to pass up Wilson. The Seattle Seahawks don't pick until the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft. 1-259 Mike Tannenbaum explains why he has the Falcons taking Trey Lance with the fourth selection in his mock draft. I think linemen Rashawn Slater or Alijah Vera-Tucker (USC) could be matches here, but I'd opt for an impact pass-rusher. Notable free-agent additions: DT Dalvin Tomlinson, CB Patrick Peterson, DE Stephen Weatherly, Notable free-agent losses: S Anthony Harris, TE Kyle Rudolph, OT Riley Reiff, RB Mike Boone. Man, I'd like to address wide receiver -- Allen Robinson II is on the franchise tag and could be out of town after 2021 -- or offensive tackle, but cornerback is the better move in this spot. https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2021/insider/story/_/id/31165378 One thing to know: Ossai -- who led Texas in tackles for loss (20), sacks (5) and forced fumbles (3) in 2020 -- first saw a football game when he was 10 years old after arriving to the United States from Nigeria. Yes, New York gets back C.J. In this mock draft, Kiper had two trades and six quarterbacks coming off the board in the first two rounds. Wilson has great arm strength and an ability to make things happen outside the pocket, even though his pre-2020 production, injury history and weaker strength of competition at BYU are all things to consider. He is one of the most talented tight ends I've ever graded, and there are people in the NFL who think he could be the second-best prospect in this class. One thing to know: Paye had a 21% pressure percentage in 2020, second best in the FBS. What is there even to discuss here? Denver Post writer Sean Keeler writes , “There are … There's still a gaping hole at left tackle, though, and Darrisaw could fill it. The Dolphins also could address their front seven here and use the No. That should be the target here, but I did consider adding a guy like Caleb Farley (Virginia Tech) to the cornerback group. Our 2021 predictions, MVP favorites, team-by-team talking points, How Nick Saban and Tuscaloosa formed an 'unbreakable bond' after a tornado 10 years ago, WNBA draft 2021 grades: Dallas aces second consecutive draft, Two brothers, two different paths, one shared goal: The Surratts' journey to the NFL draft, Get ready for Dodgers-Padres Round 1! This is how I would roll through the first 32 picks if I was making the selections on April 29, starting with a no-brainer for new Jaguars GM Trent Baalke at No. For the Dolphins, they moved back into the top 10 because they didn't want to miss one of the top wide receivers. One thing to know: Jenkins could become the first Oklahoma State offensive lineman to be drafted since Russell Okung went sixth overall in 2010 (Seahawks). (Again, though, I'm not saying he is as good as the greatest quarterback to ever play the game, although you can find my pre-draft scouting report on Brady here). Among the other players I thought about for a variety of areas: Wake Forest edge rusher Carlos Basham Jr., Alabama defensive tackle Christian Barmore, Texas linebacker Joseph Ossai and a handful of receivers. The first round will be … One thing to know: Ojulari was defensive MVP of the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl -- his final game with Georgia -- with three sacks. Maybe Zaven Collins (Tulsa) to replace Kyle Van Noy? ESPN’s two draft experts, Todd McShay and Mel Kiper Jr., went through an exercise (subscription-based content), each getting to fill out a roster entirely off the 2021 draft class. 12. Notable free-agent additions: WR Tyrell Williams, RB Jamaal Williams, DE Michael Brockers, WR Breshad Perriman, QB Tim Boyle, Notable free-agent losses: WR Marvin Jones Jr., WR Kenny Golladay, CB Justin Coleman, LB Jarrad Davis, CB Desmond Trufant, QB Chase Daniel. After a flurry of moves last week, this is when we can finally see what teams really need -- and which teams filled holes with multiyear free-agent deals. Mel Kiper Jr. gets heated when discussing Justin Fields' value in the NFL draft. 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Moehrig has range and can play as the center fielder and is also a solid tackler. Lamar Jackson needs a wide receiver who can line up on the outside and run every route. 13, but he would be a great fit for the Chargers. The 2021 NFL Draft is scheduled to be held April 29-May 1 , in Cleveland. The signings of Ronald Darby and Kyle Fuller push cornerback down the list, but taking Kyle Pitts to pair with Noah Fant at tight end or upgrading the offensive line could be in play. https://ftw.usatoday.com/2021/04/nfl-mock-draft-espn-mel-kiper-jr-trades-dolphins-falcons. And even after retaining Mike Remmers, it makes sense to draft a young tackle who could start down the road. 6 and Eagles at No. A first-round running back is usually what I call a "luxury pick," in that teams going that route normally don't have many weaknesses and have the luxury of adding a player like that. This one is pretty simple. Green, Notable free-agent losses: RB Kenyan Drake, CB Patrick Peterson, LB Haason Reddick, TE Dan Arnold. That could cost a lot of capital; Minnesota leads the NFL in total picks in this class (11), although it doesn't have a second-rounder as a result of the trade for pass-rusher Yannick Ngakoue. Now, would it really let Kyle Pitts go if it came to this, despite a glaring need on the other side of the ball again? The 2021 NFL Draft is nearing us as we are just under two weeks until the deadline for underclassmen to declare. And he was one of six FBS players with multiple defensive TDs. As a result of that restructure, the organization can't move on from Ryan until 2022, at the earliest, but that's OK. Lance is going to need time to adapt to the speed of the NFL. • Mock drafts: Kiper | McShay | GM One thing to know: Slater could be the first offensive player from Northwestern taken in the first round since fellow tackle Chris Hinton went fourth overall in 1983. McShay's new NFL mock draft: Predicting Round 1, plus 32 team reporters weigh in, my pre-draft scouting report on Brady here. One thing to know: Fields is the only player in Big Ten history with at least 40 passing touchdowns and 10 rushing touchdowns in the same season (2019). When I watch Jones, I can see some of the traits that have made Brady so good for so long. The Steelers have serious salary-cap issues, which means they have had some tough losses in free agency and haven't added any players from other teams, just yet. • Cimini: Jets GM takes legacy-defining risk Currently, they have just three picks in total because of a variety of trades that they have made, including the Jamal Adams and Gabe Jackson deals.. As such, the team will need to spend their picks very wisely and address their biggest areas of concern when the 2021 NFL Draft rolls around. 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