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2019 NFL Draft: Sleepers for the Washington Redskins to target

By Jacob Camenker

AMES, IA - NOVEMBER 10: Wide receiver Jalen Hurd #5 of the Baylor Bears is tackled by defensive back D'Andre Payne #1 of the Iowa State Cyclones in the second half of play at Jack Trice Stadium on November 10, 2018 in Ames, Iowa. The Iowa State Cyclones won 28-14 over the Baylor Bears. (Photo by David Purdy/Getty Images)
AMES, IA - NOVEMBER 10: Wide receiver Jalen Hurd #5 of the Baylor Bears is tackled by defensive back D'Andre Payne #1 of the Iowa State Cyclones in the second half of play at Jack Trice Stadium on November 10, 2018 in Ames, Iowa. The Iowa State Cyclones won 28-14 over the Baylor Bears. (Photo by David Purdy/Getty Images) /
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JACKSONVILLE, FL – DECEMBER 30: Montez Sweat #9 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs celebrates with fans following the TaxSlayer Bowl against the Louisville Cardinals at EverBank Field on December 30, 2017 in Jacksonville, Florida. The Bulldogs won 31-27. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
JACKSONVILLE, FL – DECEMBER 30: Montez Sweat #9 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs celebrates with fans following the TaxSlayer Bowl against the Louisville Cardinals at EverBank Field on December 30, 2017 in Jacksonville, Florida. The Bulldogs won 31-27. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

Day 1 Sleepers

Truth be told, there aren’t a lot of sleepers on Day 1. Sure, there are a couple of guys the team could opt to draft earlier than many expect, but generally speaking, there are only one or two players that end up going well before they are projected to.

Of course, on the flip side, Round 1 also has sleepers that could fall into the laps of the team picking. These sleepers exist because some don’t expect this player to be on the board. But if they are, it can be a big win for the team drafting them.

EDGE Montez Sweat, Mississippi State

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Sweat’s situation is a bit interesting in the lead-up to the draft. He has a slight medical concern that has caused a few teams to remove him from their board. However, Sweat is one of the most productive edge rushers in this class, as he had 22.5 sacks the past two years at Mississippi State. Additionally, he tested extremely well at the combine and is one of the best overall edge players in this draft.

If Sweat ends up falling to the 15th pick, the Redskins shouldn’t hesitate before taking him. He could be a steal at that juncture, but he remains a possibility and thus, is a potential sleeper.

G Chris Lindstrom, Boston College

Here’s a player that isn’t getting talked about enough. Lindstrom is a solid all-around blocker and is one of the most well-rounded and pro-ready players in this draft. He got great coaching at Boston College and should be ready to start right away at the next level.

The Redskins have shied away from taking guards early since picking Brandon Scherff, but given the hole they have on the left side, they could consider a guy like Lindstrom. He’s not likely to be the pick, but he would qualify as an under-the-radar option.

CB Byron Murphy, Washington

The Redskins need cornerback help more than most realize, and Murphy is the best corner in this class. They may not use a pick on the position but if they deem Murphy the best player on the board, they could draft him. Again, it seems highly likely they will take a quarterback, edge, or offensive weapon, but Murphy could work his way into the conversation.

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