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Steel City Blitz First Round Mock – Picks 21-24

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21. Washington Redskins – Vernon Hargreaves, CB, Florida
There’s some rumors that Hargreaves may have failed a drug test at the combine, so he falls a bit here. I wouldn’t be shocked if William Jackson goes ahead of him even if he didn’t fail a test if a team values size at the position. Washington has needs all over the defense, and has shown they’re not afraid to take on questionable character guys.

22. Houston Texans – Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas
The Texans are bringing in Brock Osweiler to solidify their quarterback position and one way you do that is to give him a security blanket. Henry is a multi-faceted tight end who is a solid blocker both on the move and in-line and is a very good pass catcher as well. He’ll be the perfect compliment to the down-field threat brought by DeAndre Hopkins. 

23. Minnesota Vikings – Laquon Treadwell, WR, Ole Miss 
If Treadwell falls this far, I could see several teams trying to jump this Houston/Vikings/Bengals grouping to grab him. The Vikings luck out here and get the best receiver in the class. Teddy Bridgewater is a solid Quarterback, but he doesn’t exactly have a cannon to get the ball downfield to a guy like Mike Wallace. The Vikings couldn’t ask for a better fit for their team. Bridgewater’s accuracy with Treadwell’s route running and size is a match made in heaven. 

24. Cincinnati Bengals – Will Fuller, WR, Notre Dame
The Bengals have had some attrition in the wide receiving ranks this offseason and therefore they need to re-fill the cupboard. Fuller is a flyer on the outside who possesses some good athleticism and can stretch the defense over the top in a heartbeat. He’s a quality young man too who is good on and off the field which the Bengals could certainly use in the wake of last year’s playoff exit. 

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7 comments

SCB Steelers' Quick Hitters for 4/21/16 - Steel City Blitz April 21, 2016 - 12:29 pm

[…] are picks 21-24 for the First Round Mock Chris and I are working […]

bob graff April 21, 2016 - 1:01 pm

Well if your draft goes this way there’s no way the Steelers pass on Conklin. But i see him going somewhere between 10-16. We will see what happens, the talent level is thin but it’s the NFL draft so it’s almost time to kick back drink a cold one and enjoy. Peace and keep up the good work.

Ben Anderson April 21, 2016 - 4:14 pm

You really think the Steelers will burn a 1st rounder on an OT when they are in win now mode?
While I agree with the value you place on Conklin as a prospect, I think they Steelers see a window with Ben that will be closed in 3-4 years and will draft for need. Further, given their many needs on defense, I don’t think it will be difficult to rationalize taking the best defender available, even if he isn’t a CB.

bob graff April 21, 2016 - 5:56 pm

This is what they do on draft day if a player slides they are all over it. I personally feel Conklin is a top ten player and to get him at 25 would be a no-brainer

Ben Anderson April 22, 2016 - 6:09 pm

I see him in the 10 to 15 range and like him a great deal.

SCB Steelers’ Quick Hitters for 4/21/16 April 22, 2016 - 5:53 pm

[…] are picks 21-24 for the First Round Mock Chris and I are working […]

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