2019 NFL mock draft: Bengals, Giants trades shake up Top 10
By Grant Tuttle
24. Oakland Raiders
The Raiders need playmakers on defense and they have struggled in the defensive backfield for years. Deionte Thompson is a playmaker who has the capabilty to force a lot of turnovers. For a team that wants to turn things around now, a gamble on Thompson makes a lot of sense.
25. Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles have an incredibly talented roster, but they have one weakness: cornerback. If Deandre Baker is on the board here, I believe that the Eagles will be thrilled. Whoever the top cornerback is at 25 will likely be an Eagle. Baker is a very talented corner, but his ceiling is somewhat limited. For the Eagles, drafting Baker would be an easy choice.
26. Indianapolis Colts
The Colts always seem to make sneakily good picks. Chauncey Gardner-Johnson may be one of the best defensive backs in this draft class, but is under the radar. The Colts would love an opportunity to improve their defense with even more young and athletic talent. Gardner-Johnson would make an immediate impact for Indy.
27. Oakland Raiders
After getting Quinnen Williams and Deionte Thompson, the Raiders stick with a plan to defend Patrick Mahomes in the future. Clelin Ferrell is vastly underrated and would be a steal for Oakland here. Ferrell can do it all and being picked at 27 would be a great move for the Raiders.