Chicago Bears get two stud defensive linemen in first round mock draft 1.0
By Peter Jurich
28) BUF: O’Cyrus Torrence, OG – Florida
The best interior lineman in this draft class, O’Cyrus Torrence is taken one spot after his college quarterback and beefs up a Buffalo offensive line that lacks consistency in pass protection and run blocking. Torrence is a taller guard at 6’5″, and while that can get him in occasional trouble with his pad level, he is a large body that is simply hard to displace in pass sets and downhill running schemes.
29) PHI: Anton Johnson, OT – Oklahoma
Right tackle Lane Johnson is approaching the twilight of his illustrious career, and Anton Johnson could have the opportunity to sit behind a great tackle and play sparingly or when needed due to injury. Johnson’s strength is emulated in his hand control and his ability to win run blocks off the snap, something that should be valuable in Philadelphia’s run-heavy offense. He has some way to go as an agile protector of the line of scrimmage, but he should develop into a great tackle.
30) DEN (via SF): Siaka Ika, DT – Baylor
One of the true physical monsters of this draft class, Siaka Ika’s dominance at the nose tackle position makes him a perfect fit for a young, productive Denver defense. At 360 lbs, Ika is almost a better pass rusher than a run stuffer, although he is productive in both aspects. A rare nose tackle who doesn’t need to be subbed out in passing downs, Ika can maul interior linemen with his size and power.
31) KC: Bijan Robinson, RB – Texas
With Isaiah Pacheco breaking out this past season as a rookie, he and Bijan Robinson could create a dynamic one-two punch in the backfield that coach Andy Reid could get very creative with. Robinson does not necessarily possess top-end speed for a running back but could be a nice compliment to the Chief’s pass-happy offense, giving opposing defenses another factor to consider when game-planning for one of the best units in the NFL.