Washington Football Team Mock Draft: Either/Or all-offense mock
Round 7
Washington has two selections in this round.
Either:
Robert Jones, Offensive Guard, Middle Tennessee State – 6-5, 330
Robert Jones met with the Washington Football Team at the Senior Bowl and they could have a genuine interest in the sizable guard. He has played tackle at the JUCO level and for the Blue Raiders. Jones will move to guard at the next level. He will be a developmental prospect, but his talent could propel him to a starting role within a year or two.
Or:
Ryan McCollum, Offensive Guard, Texas A&M – 6-5, 305
Ryan McCollum was an important part of what most analysts consider to be the best offensive line in the nation in 2020. He had one year of eligibility remaining and should’ve stayed in school to enhance his resume in 2021. However, McCollum chose to enter the draft and adding him in the seventh round could be a good option. He would be a candidate for the practice squad.
Either:
Warren Jackson, Wide Receiver, Colorado State – 6-6, 215
Warren Jackson is an obvious project and he would likely be placed on the practice squad in his first season. He does have long-term potential, but his goals for the next couple of years should be devoted to improvement and learning what it takes to be an NFL receiver. Jackson is raw, but the talent is there. Would the Washington Football Team be patient enough to invest that kind of time in him?
Or:
Alaric Jackson, Offensive Tackle/Guard, Iowa – 6-6, 320
Alaric Jackson explored the possibility of entering the 2020 draft and most analysts had him rated anywhere from the first to third rounds. What a difference one year makes.
At this juncture, can Jackson be a rostered tackle or will his dream fade away later this summer? The potential to be a good depth option is possible, but he is facing an uphill battle. Perhaps a year or two on the practice squad can give him the foundation to succeed.
Verdict: Jones will provide excellent value in this round and he could be rostered sooner than anyone thinks. Alaric Jackson needs a chance and the Washington Football could stash him on the practice squad.