2020 NFL mock draft: Burrow or Young at No. 1? How far does Tua fall?
By Evan Bachman
Green Bay’s defense has improved from last year, but their linebacking core is still weak.
Dylan Moses is unquestionably a freak athlete, in the summer before 8th grade he was offered a scholarship by LSU after running a 4.46 40 yard dash at LSU’s July football camp, according to ESPN. Moses tore his ACL before the season at practice and is missing the entire season. Although there won’t be a chance to see him this season, he still has legitimate first-round talent.
Last year, Moses had 86 tackles, 10 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks. According to PFF, he only missed 4 tackles for a 4.8% missed tackle % and a 90.3 tackling grade. He also had a 48.7 coverage grade, which is very concerning especially in today’s NFL.
Beyond Michael Thomas, the Saints don’t really have any weapons at receiver or tight end that you have to worry too much about. Adding Devonta Smith to this offense could bring it to another level.
Smith is known for his national championship-winning catch in overtime in his freshman season. He doesn’t get as much attention as the other receivers on Alabama, but he’s still a first-round talent.
According to PFF, “He surpassed the 200-receiving-yard mark twice this season, forcing 14 missed tackles and averaging 12.2 yards after the catch per reception. Smith’s 19.3 yards per reception rank third among qualifying SEC pass-catchers, and his 84.0 receiving grade ranks fourth.”
In 12 games this season, Smith has hauled in 65 passes for 1200 yards, which is good for 18.5 yards per catch, and 13 touchdowns.