Redskins Mock Draft: 2014 (2nd Edition)

Redskins Mock Draft: 2014 (2nd Edition)

Pick #130) Fifth Round

Defensive Tackle: Daniel McCullers (Tennessee) 6-7, 352 pounds.

Ever since the Redskins made a move to the 3-4 defense, they’ve needed a big, nasty nose tackle to anchor the line. McCullers may, in fact, be the only true 3-4 nose tackle in this years draft and boy would he look great in burgundy and gold, stuffing the run up-front.

Scout Notes: Despite his inexperience, McCullers’ size and ability to disrupt things from the middle often made him the focus of an opponent’s blocking scheme. Has been double-teamed on most snaps and has even seen triple-team blocks often. Despite the attention, McCullers’ size and strength make him tough to move in the running game. He plays with better leverage than one might expect given his frame, holding up well inside and sliding off blockers to handle two-gap responsibilities when playing the 3-4 nose guard. He was equally impressive against the run when Tennessee switched to a four-man front in 2012.

Our pick at #130 in the Redskins Mock Draft 1st Edition was inside linebacker, Lamin Barrow from LSU. Barrow is still an option and deserves to be mentioned here in the 2nd edition.

Pick #162) Sixth Round

Center: Tyler Larsen (Utah State) 6-4, 313 pounds

Scout Notes: Tall, barrel-chested center with surprising mobility. Good initial quickness off the ball. Can turn and seal off defenders in the running game, creating effective lanes. Gets a quick punch on his opponent and slides well laterally to contain in pass protection. Good lateral agility and surprising straight-line speed to block at the second level, showing above average change of direction to adjust to moving targets. Also an effective short-yardage run blocker due to good leg drive and determination. Reliable in the shotgun and traditional snapping.

Tough and durable. Started the final 51 games of his collegiate career. Good bloodlines. Brother Cody played defensive tackle at Southern Utah and is now with the Baltimore Ravens.

Our pick at #162 in the Redskins Mock Draft 1st Edition was runningback De’Anthony Thomas from Oregon. Thomas could be the best weapon in this years draft if used correctly, and is certainly still an option and deserves to be mentioned here in the 2nd edition.

Pick #194) Seventh Round

Wide Receiver: Tevin Reese (Baylor) 5-10, 163 pounds

Tevin Reese left Baylor ranked third all-time in career receptions (187), yards (3,102) and TDs (24) and also set NCAA and Big 12 record for career TDs of 40-plus yards in the BCS era with 21. Reese could be a future slot receiver and could help the Redskins move on from Santana Moss quickly.

Scout Notes: Varies his release off the snap, lulling defenders with a lackadaisical start and then blowing by them with rare acceleration. Can sink his hips and create easy separation with most cornerbacks scared to play him close. Shows some lateral agility to elude. Can catch outside of his frame, as well as track the ball over his shoulder. Experienced playing outside and in the slot. According to Baylor’s official athletic website, Reese has been clocked at 4.31 seconds in the 40-yard dash and recorded a 45.5″ vertical jump and 11’5″ broad jump, each of which would rank among the most impressive efforts in Scouting Combine history if duplicated in Indianapolis. Participated on Baylor’s track team.

Our pick at #194 in the Redskins Mock Draft 1st Edition was safety Anthony Harris from the University of Virginia.

**All Scout Notes are courtesy of CBSSports