NFL Mock Draft: Day 2 mock has Redskins address offense, avoid quarterback
Picks 77-80
77. Carolina Panthers: OT Tytus Howard, Alabama State
The Panthers parted ways with Matt Kalil in free agency, and rightfully so. Former second-round pick Taylor Moton will likely step in at left tackle, but the Panthers need some depth and a potential successor for Daryl Williams, who is on a one-year deal. Tytus Howard (6-5, 322 pounds) was solid at the combine and helped himself in the pre-draft process. He is a developmental prospect, but he could thrive as a swing tackle early in his career. The Panthers could grab him here, if he makes it to this point.
78. Miami Dolphins: OL Connor McGovern, Penn State
The Dolphins finally get a chance to upgrade their offensive line. The team doesn’t really have a quality starter at any of the positions on the interior of the line. That will change by drafting McGovern. He can play either guard or center and should have a chance to be a solid NFL lineman. If Brian Flores wants to build any aspect of his offense in the draft, it will probably be the offensive line.
79. Atlanta Falcons: CB Trayvon Mullen, Clemson
The Falcons lost some cornerback depth this offseason, as Brian Poole and Robert Alford left the team. While Isaiah Oliver can start across from Desmond Trufant, the team should look to add some depth. After adding some depth to the trenches in the first couple of rounds, the Falcons can afford to take a guy like Trayvon Mullen here. Mullen didn’t play up to expectations last year, but there’s a chance he could be a No. 2 corner in the NFL. He’s worth the risk as an upside pick here.
80. Cleveland Browns: OL Max Scharping, Northern Illinois
The Browns could use some depth on the offensive line after they dealt Kevin Zeitler in the Odell Beckham Jr. trade. Scharping could play tackle or guard at the next level, and he can develop as a swing tackle with the Browns. If he shows growth, he could eventually supplant Greg Robinson as the starter at left tackle. But, Scharping has a high floor, so getting him here is a nice move regardless.