2019 NFL Mock Draft: Oakland Raiders Do the Unthinkable
By Erik Lambert
![OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 09: Khalil Mack #52 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after a play against the San Diego Chargers during their NFL game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on October 9, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 09: Khalil Mack #52 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after a play against the San Diego Chargers during their NFL game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on October 9, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/ff0a107adf27361296f849fa32f31630c6aa6fb3f5fe8c68621b768810f1fccf.jpg)
9. Arizona Cardinals
Michigan. Rashan Gary . 9. player. 32. . DT
Switching to a 4-3 defense comes with challenges, but thankfully the Arizona Cardinals have some pieces to help the transition. Chandler Jones is an elite pass rusher and Patrick Peterson is a top cover corner. They can use those two men to speed the transition up provided they’re able to find the right players.
One key piece Steve Wilks will need is an interior pass rusher at defensive tackle. Many hope Robert Nkemdiche can fill that role, but he’s unproven to this point. Luckily Rashan Gary is ready to step right into that role. He’s quick off the snap and boasts good power in his lower body while also boasting some long arms to help him gain leverage.