2022 NFL Mock draft: Projecting first-round after free agency and trades
player. 58. 11. QB . PITT. Kenny Pickett . Scouting Report. Pick Analysis
This NFL mock draft had a run on offensive tackles early, and now starts the run on quarterbacks. After Seattle took a shot on Malik Willis, the Commanders get their guy in Kenny Pickett. The 6-foot-3 220-pound quarterback had a breakout season in 2021 throwing 42 touchdowns. His previous high was 13. He’s played a lot of football though and has a career completion percentage of 61. However, you have to ask if he’s a one-year wonder? Still, It’s worth the risk if you are Washington and he’s got a solid first-round grade.
Pick Analysis. 12. player. Ahmad Gardner. 60. Scouting Report. CB. CINCINNATI
The Vikings really need to improve their defense and Ahmad Gardner, who some see as the best cornerback in the draft seems like a great way to start that process. Minnesota could use an edge rusher too but Gardner is 6-foot-3, 190 pounds, and runs a 4.41 in the 40. He would really solidify things on the outside and frankly, the value here is too good to pass on.