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2020 NFL Draft: Complete first round mock delivers pass rusher to Chiefs

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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A general view of AT&T Stadium prior to the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft on April 26, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A general view of AT&T Stadium prior to the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft on April 26, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) /
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MOBILE, AL – JANUARY 25: Offensive Lineman Josh Jones #70 from Houston of the North Team during the 2020 Resse’s Senior Bowl at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on January 25, 2020 in Mobile, Alabama. The North Team defeated the South Team 34 to 17. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)
MOBILE, AL – JANUARY 25: Offensive Lineman Josh Jones #70 from Houston of the North Team during the 2020 Resse’s Senior Bowl at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on January 25, 2020 in Mobile, Alabama. The North Team defeated the South Team 34 to 17. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images) /

26. Miami Dolphins – Josh Jones, OT, Houston

Analysis by Arrowhead Addict contributor Travis Steffen

Miami is in dire need of a left tackle after trading away Laremy Tunsil last preseason. While the Dolphins likely would have grabbed one of the top four names in this year’s class if they had the chance at 18, all of them were taken. Considering the tackle class is deeper than the edge class, Miami elected to grab their star edge rusher and grab a developmental tackle with their final first-round pick.

Another raw prospect for the Dolphins, Josh Jones is a prospect that has a high ceiling, but could also have a low floor in the NFL. Playing in a zone blocking scheme at Houston, Jones displayed good pass blocking with his reactive athleticism and body control. Using his long frame with his athleticism and quick feet, Jones does a good job of expanding the pocket against speed rushers, and he does well against stunts back inside.

Utilizing his athleticism in outside zone schemes, Jones has good range and flexibility to perform reach blocks allowing for clean run lanes for running backs. His quick feet and mobility in the open field allow him to climb to the second level.

Jones will need a solid amount of development in his technique to unlock his full potential. Gaining consistency in hand placement, consistency lowering his hips and strength in his lower half to anchor, and maintaining leverage in the run game while keeping his feet moving will all be needed for him to be a good starting tackle at the next level. He will struggle against power rushers on the edge, but the traits are there to justify taking him early as a developmental project.

Quick feet, mobility in the open field, and a nasty mentality to punish defenders on every play are all traits that provide Josh Jones with a high ceiling. (Travis Steffen)

Other Players Considered: Cesar Ruiz, C, Michigan

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