2017 NFL Draft Redo: Re-Drafting the entire first round
29. Cleveland Browns: Evan Engram, TE, Ole Miss
Original Pick: David Njoku
David Njoku could still grow into a productive tight end for the Cleveland Browns. He is an athletic freak who could dominate opposing defenses if it all clicks. That being said, I just like Evan Engram better. He is a fast and smooth tight end who is more natural as a receiver. His ceiling might be a tad lower, but his floor is much higher.
30. Derek Barnett, EDGE, Tennessee
Original Pick: T.J. Watt
Losing out of Watt is less than ideal for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Watt has quickly become an extremely important part of their defense. Derek Barnett is not near as explosive, but he could step in and be a real asset for the team against the run and provide some ability in the pass rush.
31. San Francisco 49ers: Tarik Cohen, RB, North Carolina A&T
Original Pick: Reuben Foster
The San Francisco 49ers thought they fleeced the league when they traded back into the first round for linebacker Reuben Foster. How’d that work out for you guys?
Instead of drafting arguably the biggest bust of the 2017 NFL Draft again, the 49ers take an exciting weapon for Kyle Shanahan to work with. Tarik Cohen is never going to be a three-down NFL running back. That being said, his speed and elusiveness in the open field are legitimately elite. He would undoubtedly provide value to the 49ers.
32. New Orleans Saints: Budda Baker, S, Washington
Original Pick: Ryan Ramczyk
The New Orleans Saints had players all over the place in this re-draft. This team absolutely crushed the 2017 NFL Draft, helping to build a strong Super Bowl contender. With Ramczyk off of the board, the Saints go to the defensive side of the ball and snag safety Budda Baker.
Baker shows the ability to play in-the-box and on the back-end. He has a tremendous combination of toughness and athleticism that allows him to be a real asset against the run and the pass.