NFL Draft 2018: Team-by-Team Analysis and Grades for Rounds 1-3 Results

The first two days of the 2018 NFL draft have come and gone, and with it, teams have been able to reshape their rosters a bit.

Of course, some teams have done a better job than others.

It's nearly impossible to project how players will pan out for the rest of their careers on draft weekend. After all, Tom Brady lasted until the sixth round and nobody saw his Hall of Fame career coming. But that doesn't mean the media and fans can't evaluate the picks based on talent and fit. 

Below are team-by-team grades for the first three rounds of the draft.

2018 NFL Draft Grades — Rounds 1-3

Arizona Cardinals — A-

Round 1, No. 10 overall: Josh Rosen, QB, UCLA 

Round 2, No. 47 overall: Christian Kirk, WR, Texas A&M

Round 3, No. 97 overall: Mason Cole, C, Michigan

With Carson Palmer retired and Larry Fitzgerald on the backend of his career, Arizona is bringing in young talent to lead the offense for the years to come.

Seeing three quarterbacks come off the board in the first seven picks, the Cardinals didn't sit back and wait—they went and got their guy. In Josh Rosen, they got one of the best arms in the draft and an extremely motivated player, which makes for a dangerous combination. 

Not only did they get a quarterback who can replace Sam Bradford at some point, but they also got Christian Kirk, who Bleacher Report's Matt Miller ranked as the third-best wideout in the draft. That's pretty good value at No. 47.

It's a new era in the desert, and the future looks bright.

Atlanta Falcons — A

Round 1, No. 26 overall: Calvin Ridley, WR, Alabama

Round 2, No. 58 overall: Isaiah Oliver, CB, Colorado

Round 3, No. 90 overall: Deadrin Senat, DT, South Florida

Was receiver the biggest need for Atlanta? Probably not—but anytime you have a chance to pair a talent like Calvin Ridley with All-Pro wideout Julio Jones, you do it.

Even with Jones and Mohamed Sanu, the Falcons were looking to boost their receiving corps after Taylor Gabriel left. When the consensus top receiver in the class was still on the board when they went on the clock, it was too good to pass up.

By taking Isaiah Oliver, they got one of the top corners in the draft. Playing in the NFC South against the likes of Drew Brees, Cam Newton and Jameis Winston, secondary is always something to prioritize.

It's tough to find a team that got better value (not necessarily talent) in the first two rounds than the Falcons.

Baltimore Ravens — B+

Round 1, No. 25 overall: Hayden Hurst, TE, South Carolina

Round 1, No. 32 overall: Lamar Jackson, QB, Louisville

Round 3, No. 83 overall: Orlando Brown, T, Oklahoma

Round 3, No. 86 overall: Mark Andrews, TE, Oklahoma 

The overhauling of Baltimore's offense continues.

After finishing 29th in passing last season, the Ravens have made a point of addressing their offensive skill positions this offseason. Gone are veterans Danny Woodhead and Jeremy Maclin; in are Michael Crabtree, John Brown, DeVier Posey and Willie Snead.

Now, add one of the draft's top tight ends and top playmaker.

Will Lamar Jackson have the same type of success in the NFL that he did at Louisville? That remains to be seen. What is known is that he gives Baltimore a quality backup for the 2018 season and gives them an out from Joe Flacco's hefty salary at some point down the road if the former Heisman Trophy winner proves he is an NFL quarterback.

Orlando Brown is almost as intriguing as Jackson. The former Sooner was once viewed as one of the top linemen in the class, but he started tumbling down draft boards following a rough combine. Baltimore is hoping he can put the pre-draft struggles behind him and prove his critics wrong.

Buffalo Bills — B

Round 1, No. 7 overall: Josh Allen, QB, Wyoming 

Round 1, No. 16 overall: Tremaine Edmunds, LB, Virginia Tech 

Round 3, No. 96 overall: Harrison Phillips, DT, Stanford

Buffalo had its choice of Josh Allen, Josh Rosen and Lamar Jackson...and chose Allen.

As a player from an off-the-radar school, Allen will have to work extra hard to prove his doubters wrong. The Bills believed in him and his strong arm enough to trade up for him, sacrificing a pair of second-round picks. He may turn out to show why he was in the mix for the No. 1 overall pick, or he could wind up being a bust. 

With its second pick, Tremaine Edmunds could turn out to be a steal. Miller has the former Virginia Tech star as the top linebacker in the class, giving Buffalo a tremendous young talent in the middle of the defense.

Carolina Panthers — B+

Round 1, No. 24 overall: D.J. Moore, WR, Maryland

Round 2, No. 55 overall: Donte Jackson, CB, LSU

Round 3, No. 85 overall, Rashaan Gaulden, CB, Tennessee

Getting Cam Newton weapons was a priority last year—and that strategy continued again this year.

In D.J. Moore, Carolina got arguably the most versatile wideout in the class. The 6'0", 210-pound wideout brings 4.42 40-yard-dash speed, good hands and return skills. Add him to an offense that already has Christian McCaffrey and Curtis Samuel, that's a lot for an opposing defense to handle.

Speed continued to be a trend with the pick of Donte Jackson. The 5'11", 178-pound defensive back is one of the fastest players in the draft, with 4.32 40-yard-dash speed.

Coaches can't teach speed. That won't be an issue in Carolina, though.

Chicago Bears — A

Round 1, No. 8 overall: Roquan Smith, LB, Georgia

Round 2, No. 39 overall: James Daniels, C, Iowa

Round 2, No. 51 overall: Anthony Miller, WR, Memphis

Chicago managed to get two of the top two players at their position, getting star linebacker Roquan Smith and highly rated center James Daniels.

Bears fans know linebackers, having watched Brian Urlacher for years. It would be unfair to make a comparison like that right now, but with his skill set, the sky is the limit for Smith.

On the other hand, Daniels fell to the second round after two other centers were taken in the first round. The 6'3", 306-pound lineman has some of the highest upside at his position, and if he lives up to the billing, he could wind up being an incredible value at No. 39.

With a young quarterback like Mitchell Trubisky, it's important to keep him on his feet. That's why the Bears made sure to improve the line early in the draft.

Cincinnati Bengals — B+

Round 1, No. 21 overall: Billy Price, C, Ohio State

Round 2, No. 54 overall: Jessie Bates III, S, Wake Forest

Round 3, No. 77 overall: Sam Hubbard, DE, Ohio State

Round 3, No. 78 overall: Malik Jefferson, LB, Texas

Cincinnati needed to improve its offensive line this offseason, and after trading for veteran tackle Cordy Glenn last month, center became a priority.

Arkansas' Frank Ragnow was rumored to be the Bengals' top target, but when Detroit took him at No. 20, Cincinnati had to see who was next up on its big board.

While a torn pec may have some worried, Price—who started all 55 games in his college career—said he is "way ahead of schedule" in the rehab process, according to Paul Dehner Jr. of the Cincinnati Enquirer. As long as he fully recovers from his injury, the 2017 Rimington Trophy winner should be the anchor of the O-line for years to come.

Meanwhile, on defense, an intimidating unit just got even better.

Jessie Bates III, Sam Hubbard and Malik Jefferson were all top-five prospects at their respective positions. Hubbard was even rumored to be a first-round pick at one point. And if Carlos Dunlap leaves in free agency next year, Cincinnati may already have a replacement in the former Buckeye, whose athleticism fits right into Marvin Lewis' style. 

The Bengals may not have gotten a Bradley Chubb or a Derwin James, but they added some quality depth. 

Cleveland Browns — B+

Round 1, No. 1 overall: Baker Mayfield, QB, Oklahoma

Round 1, No. 4 overall: Denzel Ward, CB, Ohio State

Round 2, No. 33 overall: Austin Corbett, G, Nevada

Round 2, No. 35 overall: Nick Chubb, RB, Georgia

Round 3, No. 67 overall: Chad Thomas, DE, Miami

Cleveland entered the draft in a position to significantly improve its roster, and it's up for debate just how much it did so. 

Many expected the Browns to go with Sam Darnold and Chubb with their first two picks. However, they went with Baker Mayfield and Denzel Ward.

While both provide plenty of (potential) upside, some were left wondering if both picks were a reach. After all, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner was the fourth-ranked passer on Bleacher Report draft expert Matt Miller's final big board, and the former Buckeye was the No. 9 overall prospect.

Credit Cleveland, though, for addressing two of its biggest needs right away. Darnold may be better suited than Mayfield to play in the physical AFC North, making him the safer pick. But John Dorsey and Co. believe the former Sooner can be a franchise quarterback.

One of the most intriguing picks in the draft has to be getting Georgia running back Nick Chubb in the second round. He does have a significant knee injury in his past, but the 5'11", 227-pound back is one of the top playmakers in this year's draft class. With Carlos Hyde on the roster, Chubb won't asked to be a workhorse early on, saving his knees. But down the road, he has the potential to be a star.

With Josh Gordon, Jarvis Landry and now Chubb, the Browns have some serious talent at offensive skill positions. Drafting Austin Corbett for the O-line should also help both the passing and running games, giving Hue Jackson a chance to maximize the talent.

Dallas Cowboys — B+

Round 1, No. 19 overall: Leighton Vander Esch, LB, Boise State

Round 2, No. 50 overall: Connor Williams, T, Texas

Round 3, No. 81 overall: Michael Gallup, Colorado State, WR

Leighton Vander Esch had plenty of buzz surrounding him entering the draft, and the Cowboys made sure the Boise State product would not get past them.

Dallas had an opportunity to replace the recently released Dez Bryant with Calvin Ridley in the first round, but that's how much they think of Vander Esch. The team passed on a playmaking wideout to focus on defense. Because with Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott, having a defense to complement the offense is key.

Surprisingly, Connor Williams had yet to be picked when the Cowboys made their pick in the second round. Yes, the same Williams who was ranked as the top tackle in the draft by Miller. What value at No. 50.

Denver Broncos — A

Round 1, No. 5 overall: Bradley Chubb, DE, NC State 

Round 2, No. 40 overall: Courtland Sutton, WR, SMU

Round 3, No. 71 overall: Royce Freeman, RB, Oregon

Round 3, No. 99 overall: Isaac Yiadom, CB, Boston College

Talk about loading up on playmakers.

Denver probably couldn't have turned in its card fast enough when Bradley Chubb was still on the board No. 5. Pairing him with former Super Bowl MVP Von Miller was a dream scenario.

On the other side of the football, the Broncos may not have gotten a top quarterback—but they added playmakers at the other skill positions to make Case Keenum's (or a different signal-caller's) job easier.

Courtland Sutton was projected in some mock drafts to be a first-round pick, and if not for some injuries during his time at Oregon, Royce Freeman may have landed higher on draft boards. There's no doubt the former Duck has a knack for making plays, as he set plenty of records during his time in Eugene. 

Detroit Lions — B

Round 1, No. 20 overall: Frank Ragnow, C, Arkansas

Round 2, No. 44 overall: Kerryon Johnson, RB, Auburn

Round 3, No. 82 overall: Tracy Walker, S, Louisiana

In his first draft as a head coach, Matt Patricia is off to a good start.

Frank Ragnow was a buzzing name at the beginning of Round 1, with many expecting him to wind up in Cincinnati. However, rather than risk missing out on him, the Lions grabbed him just before the Bengals went on the clock. He may have gone slightly earlier than initially anticipated, but if a team believes in a player, take him when it feels right.

Detroit has been looking for a consistent running back for years now, and Kerryon Johnson has the makings to be that guy. He is a playmaker who can also provide some protection for Matthew Stafford. While he may not have been in the top tier of backs, the potential is there.

Green Bay Packers — A

Round 1, No. 18 overall: Jaire Alexander, CB, Louisville

Round 2, No. 45 overall: Josh Jackson, CB, Iowa

Round 3, No. 88 overall: Oren Burks, LB, Vanderbilt

Aaron Rodgers and the offense may not have to carry the team much longer.

Green Bay's defense has been a liability for a while, so the team decided to go out and get not one, but two top defensive backs. Miller ranked Josh Jackson and Jaire Alexander as the second- and third-best corners in the draft, respectively. And the Packers got both.

This was a defensive unit that ranked second-to-last in opposing passer ratings, 23rd against the pass, 20th in interceptions and 26th in points per game. That's about to change.

If both live up to their potential, opposing quarterbacks could have a tough time throwing against this duo. That makes Rodgers' job much easier. 

Houston Texans — B-

Round 3, No. 68 overall: Justin Reid, S, Stanford

Round 3, No. 80 overall: Martinas Rankin, C, Mississippi State

Round 3, No. 98 overall: Jordan Akins, TE, UCF

It's tough to get top players without having a pick in the first two rounds, but Houston did just fine, all things considered.

Talented safety Justin Reid slid all the way down to No. 68. With J.J. Watt and Jadeveon Clowney dominating up front, adding playmakers in the secondary—along with free-agent signing Tyrann Mathieu—would bring some balance. That's exactly the type of player Reid can be, a speedy safety who is known as a ballhawk.

Of course, the Texans traded away both first- and second-round picks for Deshaun Watson last year. Even though it hurt the haul this year, that's a trade they would make every time.

Indianapolis Colts — A-

Round 1, No. 6 overall: Quenton Nelson, OG, Notre Dame

Round 2, No. 36 overall: Darius Leonard, LB, South Carolina State

Round 2, No. 37 overall: Braden Smith, G, Auburn

Round 2, No. 52 overall: Kemoko Turay, DE, Rutgers

Round 2, No. 64 overall: Tyquan Lewis, DE, Ohio State

Indianapolis needed to get better in the trenches—and that's exactly what it did early in this draft.

Within their first five picks, the Colts added two offensive linemen and two defensive linemen. Not only that, but they managed to land the consensus top lineman in the draft in Quenton Nelson even after trading down before the draft.

The Nelson pick alone figures to make this draft a success for Indianapolis. Nabbing Smith as well will go a long way in improving an offensive line that allowed the most sacks in the league a season ago.

With Andrew Luck continuing to rehab a shoulder injury, protecting him (or anyone who lines up under center) needs to be top priority. A quarterback can only be as good as his offensive line allows him to be. Colts passers will now have a much greater chance of success than they have had in recent seasons.

Jacksonville Jaguars — B

Round 1, No. 29 overall: Taven Bryan, DL, Florida

Round 2, No. 61 overall: D.J. Chark, WR, LSU

Round 3, No. 93 overall: Ronnie Harrison, S, Alabama

Jacksonville continues to add to an already ferocious defense—and it didn't have to look outside of the South to do so.

The Jaguars picked three players from three different SEC schools during the first two days. 

And with D.J. Chark, Jacksonville gets a receiver who can keep a defense honest with exceptional speed. Blake Bortles will have a legitimate down-field threat, though one who will need to develop as a wideout.

Also, Leonard Fournette has to be thrilled about the possibility of seeing fewer safeties creep up if Clark can stretch the defense with consistency.

Kansas City Chiefs — B

Round 2, No. 46 overall: Breeland Speaks, DE/LB, Ole Miss

Round 3, No. 75 overall: Derrick Nnadi, DT, Florida State

Round 3, No. 100 overall: Dorian O'Daniel, LB, Clemson

Kansas City found itself in a similar position as Houston—without a first-round pick due to a trade for a quarterback last year.

When the Chiefs did finally go on the clock, they made a point to address the defensive side of the football. This was a team that ranked 24th in sacks and 23rd in yards per attempt allowed in 2017, and with the additions made on Friday night, those numbers figure to improve next season.

Los Angeles Chargers — A

Round 1, No. 17 overall: Derwin James, S, Florida State

Round 2, No. 48 overall: Uchenna Nwosu, LB, USC 

Round 3, No. 84 overall: Justin Jones, DT, NC State

Derwin James was among the best defensive playmakers in the draft, and the Chargers didn't even have to trade up to get him.

Uchenna Nwosu provides Los Angeles with another pass-rusher, which could help draw attention away from star Joey Bosa. Adding Justin Jones up the middle should go a long way in helping improve a defense that gave up the second-most rushing yards in the league last year.

The Chargers have been known for their offense with Philip Rivers at quarterback. However, with Bosa, James and Co., this defense is going to cause problems for years to come.

Los Angeles Rams — C+

Round 3, No. 89 overall: Joe Noteboom, T, TCU

The Rams made just one pick in the first three rounds, taking offensive lineman Joe Noteboom out of TCU. This pick could have been made knowing 36-year-old Andrew Whitworth may be nearing the end of the road, and while the former Horned Frog is a solid blocker, there was nothing special about the first two days for this team.

Miami Dolphins — B

Round 1, No. 11 overall: Minkah Fitzpatrick, S, Alabama

Round 2, No. 42 overall: Mike Gesicki, TE, Penn State

Round 3, No. 73 overall: Jerome Baker, LB, Ohio State

Minkah Fitzpatrick was rumored to be going as high as fourth at one point, so getting him at 11 had to feel like great value for a Miami team undergoing a rebuild.

Mike Gesicki provides Ryan Tannehill with a 6'6", 247-pound target who can replace Julius Thomas at tight end. Blocking may not be his strongest attribute, but the Dolphins have to be hoping that his pass-catching will make up for that.

Minnesota Vikings — B-

Round 1, No. 30 overall: Mike Hughes, CB, UCF

Round 2, No. 62 overall: Brian O'Neill, T, Pittsburgh 

Mike Hughes (5'10", 189 pounds) may not have ideal size, but his physicality and solid speed should fit well in a Mike Zimmer defense. And with Kirk Cousins getting a record contract, the Vikings added an athletic lineman to the mix to try to keep the face of the franchise upright.

New England Patriots — B+

Round 1, No. 23 overall: Isaiah Wynn, G, Georgia

Round 1, No. 31 overall: Sony Michel, RB, Georgia

Round 2, No. 56 overall: Duke Dawson, CB, Florida

While there was a lot of pre-draft buzz about Lamar Jackson surrounding the New England Patriots, that proved to be nothing but a smokescreen. Bill Belichick had two opportunities to draft the Louisville star, and he passed.

He did, however, add a 6'3", 313-pound lineman in Isaiah Wynn, who can help the Patriots replace the departed Nate Solder. Perhaps Belichick will test the former Bulldog out at tackle to fill a big hole.

The Patriots have opted for depth at the running back position rather than going all-in for a superstar, having not drafted a running back in the first round in more than a decade. However, Michel's playmaking abilities were just too good to pass up. With Dion Lewis gone, Michel is a young player who can be the dual-threat back of the future in New England. 

New Orleans Saints — C+

Round 1, No. 14 overall: Marcus Davenport, DE, UTSA 

Round 3, No. 91 overall: Tre'Quan Smith, WR, UCF

There's no denying Marcus Davenport is one of the top edge-rushers in the draft, but boy, the New Orleans Saints certainly paid the price to get him.

In order to move up 13 spots to No. 14, the Saints swapped the No. 27 overall pick, their fifth-rounder and next year's first-round pick. If he turns out to be the next J.J. Watt, this selection will be well worth the cost—but the pressure will be on him to produce.

Of course, after hitting a home run with the 2017 draft, it's tough to doubt New Orleans.

New York Giants — A

Round 1, No. 2 overall: Saquon Barkley, RB, Penn State

Round 2, No. 34 overall: Will Hernandez, G, UTEP

Round 3, No. 66 overall: Lorenzo Carter, LB, Georgia

Round 3, No. 69 overall: B.J. Hill, DT, NC State

Some Giants fans may have wanted Darnold to be the pick so the team could be ready for the post-Eli Manning era. However, with Manning still under center and Odell Beckham Jr. in his prime, this is a squad that should be focused on "right now" rather than down the road.

Saquon Barkley was the consensus top player in the draft, so when Cleveland passed, it was an easy decision for New York. The former Penn State star can run, catch, block and return kicks. In other words, he's Mr. Do It All.

Of course, having weapons is irrelevant unless the protection is in place. Signing Nate Solder away from the New England Patriots improved the blindside, and adding two-time All-American second-teamer Will Hernandez helps bolster the line. 

New York Jets — B+

Round 1, No. 3 overall: Sam Darnold, QB, USC

Round 3, No. 72 overall: Nathan Shepherd, DT, Fort Hays State

The Jets lucked out when the Browns took Mayfield and the Giants opted not to take a quarterback. Just like that, the top passer in the draft fell in their laps at three.

The Darnold pick should go down as one of the best in the draft. New York didn't have many opportunities, though, to fill many more of its holes, as a result of trading up to No. 3. But hey, a franchise quarterback is worth trading a king's ransom for. The Jets are just hoping things go as planned.

Oakland Raiders — C

Round 1, No. 15 overall: Kolton Miller, OT, UCLA 

Round 2, No. 57 overall: P.J. Hall, DT, Sam Houston State

Round 3, No. 65 overall: Brandon Parker, T, North Carolina A&T

Round 3, No. 87 overall: Arden Key, DE, LSU

Jon Gruden was active early in his first draft back as a coach, but the moves aren't anything that will send Oakland fans into a frenzy.

Perhaps the most intriguing pick came with their final selection of Day 2, Arden Key. The 6'5", 238-pound defensive end has an incredibly high ceiling, especially for a third-round pick. However, off-the-field concerns led to a draft-day slide.

Putting Key on the same field as Khalil Mack will keep opposing linemen up at night.

Philadelphia Eagles — B-

Round 2, No. 49 overall: Dallas Goedert, TE, South Dakota State

Philadelphia didn't have many picks through the first three rounds, but when you're the reigning champs, how many holes do you really have?

After trading out of the first round, the Eagles managed to jump in front of the rival Cowboys and take the second-best tight end in the draft, whose name happens to be...Dallas.

Perhaps the best part of this pick for Philadelphia fans is the fact it happened right before the Cowboys, who could be looking for a potential Jason Witten replacement, picked.

Pittsburgh Steelers — B

Round 1, No. 28 overall: Terrell Edmunds, S, Virginia Tech

Round 2, No. 60 overall: James Washington, WR, Oklahoma State

Round 3, No. 76 overall: Mason Rudolph, QB, Oklahoma State

Round 3, No. 92 overall: Chukwuma Okorafor, T, Western Michigan

When Pittsburgh traded Martavis Bryant for a third-round pick, it was a matter of when, not if, the team would draft a wideout during the weekend. They managed to get one of the top prospects in James Washington, a 5'11", 213-pound receiver who should provide a nice third option to Antonio Brown and JuJu Smith-Schuster.

And with Ben Roethlisberger contemplating retirement last year, finding his successor was a priority. Five quarterbacks came off the board in the first round, but it would be a while before another passer would hear his name called. Eventually, the Steelers decided Mason Rudolph (6'5", 235 pounds) was worth trading up for in the third round with the intention of grooming him to replace No. 7 down the road.

San Francisco 49ers — B+

Round 1, No. 9 overall: Mike McGlinchey, OT, Notre Dame

Round 2, No. 44 overall: Dante Pettis, WR, Washington

Round 3, No. 70 overall: Fred Warner, LB, BYU

Round 3, No. 95 overall: Tarvarius Moore, S, Southern Mississippi

San Francisco signed Jimmy Garoppolo to a record contract this offseason, so helping the franchise quarterback has to be a top priority.

The 49ers did so in multiple ways with their first two picks—in terms of protection and production.

Mike McGlinchey was one of the top-rated offensive linemen. Dante Pettis, on the other hand, brings impressive seed that makes him a headache for tacklers, especially on special teams.

The former Washington Huskies star returned an NCAA-record nine punts for touchdowns. He figures to be a game-changer on special teams, and perhaps Garoppolo can find ways to get him the football on offense.

Seattle Seahawks — C-

Round 1, No. 27 overall: Rashaad Penny, RB, San Diego State

Round 3, No. 79 overall: Rasheem Green, DE, USC

Seattle made a nice move to trade out of the 18-hole. However, taking the 5'11", 220-pound Rashaad Penny at No. 27 when Sony Michel, Nick Chubb and Ronald Jones II all were on the board seems perplexing, although Chubb's injury history could be part of the reasoning.

Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times reported the Seahawks were willing to take Penny at 18 if they didn't trade out. If they had that much conviction, they should at least be applauded for getting picks while still getting their guy. But now, the San Diego State product will be facing pressure to prove the team made the right call.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers — A-

Round 1, No. 12 overall: Vita Vea, DT, Washington 

Round 2, No. 38 overall: Ronald Jones II, RB, USC

Round 2, No. 53 overall: M.J. Stewart, CB, North Carolina

Round 2, No. 63 overall: Carlton Davis, CB, Auburn 

Round 3, No. 94 overall: Alex Cappa, T, Humboldt State

Trading up to get a 6'4", 347-pound talent like Vita Vea could be a game-changer on defense. Opposing offensive linemen already had to worry about Gerald McCoy; with Vea in the mix, this line has the potential to be special.

On offense, the Buccaneers managed to get one of the top running backs in the class to replace Pro Bowler Doug Martin. Ronald Jones II is a big play waiting to happen, although the 5'11", 205-pound USC product doesn't provide much in terms of catching passes out of the backfield.

Not many teams got the type of playmakers with their first two picks the way Tampa Bay did. More impressively, the Buccaneers did so at two of their biggest needs.

Tennessee Titans — A-

Round 1, No. 22 overall: Rashaan Evans, LB, Alabama

Round 2, No. 41 overall: Harold Landry, EDGE, Boston College

Tennessee has gone offense early in recent years, but this time around, it was all defense. 

Per Miller, Rashaan Evans was the fourth-best linebacker and Harold Landry was the third-best edge-rusher. Given these were two of their biggest needs, the Titans couldn't have asked for a much better result, realistically.

Washington — B

Round 1, No. 13 overall: Da'Ron Payne, DL, Alabama

Round 2, No. 59 overall: Derrius Guice, LSU, RB

Round 3, No. 74 overall: Geron Christian, T, Louisville

Washington likely was hoping Vea would still be on the board when it went on the clock. However, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wanted the Washington defensive tackle and made a deal to jump ahead of Jay Gruden's squad. As a result, Da'Ron Payne was the pick.

Having a 6'3", 311-pound defensive tackle as a fallback option isn't the worst-case scenario. Especially not when that player is as talented as Payne, who was the co-MVP of both the 2018 Sugar Bowl and the 2018 College Football Playoff Championship Game.

The Derrius Guice pick is one that could define this draft for Washington. The former LSU Tiger had the talent to be a first-round pick, but off-the-field issues caused a draft-day slide. However, it remains to be seen as to what the red flags were, as not even the 20-year-old himself seemed to know, per ESPN.com.

It appears as though this is a high-risk, high-reward play. Getting Guice at 59 could wind up being an absolute steal if he avoids trouble; if he doesn't put any potential problems in his past, this pick could be a failure.