2018 NFL Draft Recap, pick-by-pick: AFC North
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| Baltimore Ravens |
 Notable pick: Brown could make this a home run in the draft. If his pre-draft workouts were any indication, a simple uptick in work ethic may be in order to match his impressive on-field play. Hurst and Andrews extend the middle of the field from Day 1, as does former New Mexico State high-riser Scott. |
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| Round,
Selection,
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Player | School | DN Big Board
Rank/ Grade |
‘Nasty’ Take: |
| 1 (25) | Hayden
Hurst TE-6’5 250 |
South Carolina | 39 (2nd Round | Smooth. He even spent a game tracking punts in 2016 (Georgia). Underrated run after the catch skill. |
| 1 (32) Trade from Philadelphia | Lamar
Jackson QB-6’2 216 |
Louisville | 10 (1st Round) | Underrated as a passer, Jackson will make tacklers miss in the NFL…too. |
| 3 (83) | Orlando
Brown OT-6’8 345 |
Oklahoma | 158 (3rd Round) | Brown’s barrel-chested approach extended itself into the fourth quarters of games. |
| 3 (86) | Mark
Andrews TE-6’5 256 |
Oklahoma | 92 (3rd Round) | Andrews has the ability to run routes from a flexed position and is strong enough to make contested catches. |
| 4 (118) | Anthony
Averett CB-5’11 183 |
Alabama | 206 (4th Round) | Averett’s uncle Bryant McKinnie once played for the Ravens. |
| 4 (122) | Kenny
Young LB-6’1 236 |
UCLA | 187 (4th Roiund) | Young’s coverage ability is reminiscent to former UCLA LB Jayon Brown (Titans). |
| 4 (132) | Jaleel
Scott WR-6’5 218 |
New Mexico St. | 208 (4th Round) | Scott’s one-hand grab vs. Arizona State in 2017 was just one of many spectacular on-ball adjustments he made as a senior. Catch radius (34-inch arms) helps his cause. |
| 5 (162) | Jordan
Lasley WR-6’1 203 |
UCLA | 259 (4th Round) | Lasley is a smooth receiver who balanced concentration lapses with an ability to roll speed cuts. |
| 6 (190) | DeShon
Elliott S-6’1 210 |
Texas | 115 (3rd Round) | Elliott has some stiffness, but he reacts well breaking downhill on the ball. His eyes have been undisciplined. He has potential as a special teams cover guy. |
| 6 (212) | Greg
Senat OT-6’5 302 |
Wagner | 434 (5th Round) | Senat brings an 84-inch wingspan and a look reminiscent to former Boise State Bronco Charles Leno coming out of school. Leverage issues need to be corrected. |
| 6 (215) | Bradley
Bozeman OC-6’5 317 |
Alabama | 482 (6th Round) | More of a position than drive blocker, Bozeman uses his size to win as a run blocker. A lack of foot speed is evident. |
| 7 (238) | Zach
Sieler DE-6’6 288 |
Ferris State | N/A | Wins during the second phase of downs. His combination of size and strength could help him land a roster spot. |
| Cincinnati Bengals |
 Photo by: Corey Chavous, DraftNasty Magazine Notable picks: Price has to be able to create more forward movement for what has been a stagnant rushing attack. In addition, his line calls will be important for a unit that struggled giving up sacks. Bates III and Jefferson will have a tough time earning playing time with a number of veterans currently on the roster. The Bengals added quality depth at a number of spots on the defensive side of the ball. Harris may be the surprise of the group. |
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| Round,
Selection,
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Player | School | DN Big Board
Rank/ Grade |
‘Nasty’ Take: |
| 1 (21) | Billy
Price OC-6’4 306 |
Ohio State | 37 (2nd Round) | Price’s addition will help a unit that averaged just 3.6 yards per rushing attempt in 2017. |
| 2 (54) | Jessie
Bates III S-6’1 200 |
Wake Forest | 18 (2nd Round) | Bates III’s eye speed is elite and his ball skills are above average. His range could enhance the Bengals’ coverage packages. |
| 3 (77) | Sam
Hubbard DE-6’5 270 |
Ohio State | 50 (2nd Round) | Hubbard has impressive change of direction (6.88 3-cone) at 270 pounds. Needs to work on developing more speed-to-power as a pass rusher. |
| 3 (78) | Malik
Jefferson LB-6’2 236 |
Texas | 88 (3rd Round) | Jefferson- an underrated blitzer- improved his key-and-diagnose in DC Todd Orlando’s schemes. |
| 4 (112) | Mark
Walton RB-5’10 202 |
Miami (Fla.) | 148 (3rd Round) | Walton’s ability to break tackles is aided by an ability to run routes out of the backfield. |
| 5 (151) | Davontae
Harris CB-5’11 205 |
Illinois State | 98 (3rd Round) | This is a player who impressed at every stop of the postseason process. He will challenge for playing time either outside or inside due to his physicality. |
| 5 (158) | Andrew
Brown DT-6’3 294 |
Virginia | 125 (3rd Round) | Brown never quite lived up to his pre-collegiate hype, but he still produced 26.5 tackles for loss in his career. |
| 5 (170) | Darius
Phillips AP-5’10 188 |
Western Michigan | 190 (4th Round) | Phillips, an all-purpose maestro, scored 14 touchdowns five different ways in school. He needs work on his coverage techniques at corner. |
| 7 (249) | Logan
Woodside QB-6’1 213 |
Toledo | 402 (5th Round) | Woodside’s proclivity for the big stage shined when facing teams like Miami (Fla.) in 2017. His efficiency, athleticism and moxie make for a good combination. |
| 7 (252) | Rod
Taylor OG-6’3 320 |
Ole Miss | 111 (3rd Round) | Taylor has started at LT, RT and RG in school. He projects inside but could be a backup at a number of spots. |
| 7 (253) | Auden
Tate WR-6’5 228 |
FSU | 239 (4th Round) | Tate led the ACC in touchdown receptions as a senior (10), but there are questions surrounding his ability to create separation in short areas. |
| Cleveland Browns |  Notable pick: The Browns may have found their new lockdown cornerback in Ward (No. 12 pictured). Could he be an even better version of former Browns Pro Bowler Joe Haden? The team has now created quality depth at the cornerback spot with Ward, Howard Wilson, Boddy-Calhoun, Taylor and recent signee Travis Carrie. |
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| Round,
Selection,
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Player | School | DN Big Board
Rank/ Grade |
‘Nasty’ Take: |
| 1 (1) | Baker
Mayfield QB-6’0 216 |
Oklahoma | 54 (2nd Round) | Mayfield’s mentality may be the juice that the Browns need as an organization. He will need to prove he can handle the elements. |
| 1 (4) | Denzel
Ward CB-5’11 183 |
Ohio State | 9 (1st Round) | Ward brings immediate nickel potential from Day 1 with his level of footwork and quickness. He will need to improve playing with his back to the quarterback. Rare physical skill-set. |
| 2 (33) | Austin
Corbett OL-6’4 310 |
Nevada | 42 (2nd Round) | Corbett- a college LT- can provide assistance at any of four offensive line spots. He is one of this draft’s smartest prospects. |
| 2 (35) | Nick
Chubb RB-6’0 227 |
Georgia | 26 (2nd Round) | One of the SEC’s all-time best runners, Chubb will be a workhorse if he can remain healthy. |
| 3 (67) | Chad
Thomas DE-6’5 281 |
Miami (Fla.) | 142 (3rd Round) | Thomas may eventually morph into a four-technique DE, but he already can be a factor inside on third downs for Gregg Williams’ multiple fronts. |
| 4 (105) | Antonio
Calllaway WR-5’10 200 |
Florida | 163 (3rd Round) | Callaway has to become more consistent in his decision-making both on and off the field. Just as quick as he is fast. |
| 5 (150) | Genard
Avery LB-6’0 248 |
Memphis | 59 (2nd Round) | Powerball player who runs over opponents. Impressed scouts with his 4.5 speed in the postseason. |
| 6 (175) | Damion
Ratley WR-6’3 200 |
Texas A&M | 405 (5th Round) | Ratley has 4.4 speed and is shifty after the catch. He will need to eliminate the concentration drops and speed up his release vs. bump-and-run. |
| 6 (188) | Simeon
Thomas CB-6’3 203 |
Louisiana-Lafayette | 625 (7th Round) | Off-and-on starter whose size allows him to recover down the field. His cousin, Marvin Bracy, was a two-time All-USA selection in track & field |
| Pittsburgh Steelers |  Notable pick: Edmunds (No. 22 pictured) will challenge for playing time immediately and put pressure on whoever is in front of him at safety. He could very well play the role of former Steeler and current free agent Mike Mitchell. |
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| Round,
Selection,
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Player | School | DN Big Board
Rank/ Grade |
‘Nasty’ Take: |
| 1 (28) | Terrell
Edmunds S-6’2 220 |
Virginia Tech | 133 (3rd Round) | Edmunds has covered the slot, played in the box, and also contributed on special teams. Impressed the Hokies’ coaching staff with his toughness playing through a shoulder injury in 2017. |
| 2 (60) | James
Washington WR-5’11 213 |
Oklahoma St. | 48 (2nd Round) | Plays faster than he times in T-shirts and shorts. Has the length of an offensive tackle. Tracks the ball. |
| 3 (76) | Mason
Rudolph QB-6’5 234 |
Oklahoma State | 102 (3rd Round) | Rudolph goes into a situation where he can develop behind a quarterback who is similar in size. |
| 3 (92) | Chukwuma
Okorafor OT-6’6 320 |
Western Michigan | 138 (3rd Round) | Okorafor actually played LT when Willie Beavers was in school but he will likely project to the right side for the Steelers. He may be a better run than pass blocker. |
| 5 (148) | Marcus
Allen S-6’2 215 |
Penn State | 119 (3rd Round) | One of college football’s best tacklers, Allen has to improve his ability to steal second base off the hash. |
| 5 (165) | Jaylen
Samuels AP-5’11 225 |
NC State | 95 (3rd Round) | Samuels never seems to be going at a speed where he allows himself to get out of control. While it works offensively, he will need to play with more of a sense of urgency to contribute consistently on special teams. |
| 7 (246) | Joshua
Frazier DT-6’3 321 |
Alabama | 494 (6th Round) | Frazier exhibited a powerful long-arm to post back guards and centers. He is active but too often gets tied up losing to the spot. |
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