The 2018 NFL draft is underway. Keep up with all the latest news, rumors and selections with live pick-by-pick analysis from national NFL writer Mark Maske and draft analyst John Harris.
The 2018 NFL Draft
• News and rumors: The Cleveland Browns started the second round of the NFL draft by selecting Nevada offensive lineman Austin Corbet, while the New York Giants chose UTEP guard Will Hernandez.
Running backs were also en vogue early in Round 2, with both Nick Chubb of Georgia and Ronald Jones of USC coming off the board in the first five picks, going to Cleveland and Tampa Bay, respectively.
One running back who did not go early was LSU's Derrius Guice, who fell to the Redskins at No. 59 overall, despite being regarded as one of the top running backs in the draft by most talent evaluators.
Another notable development came in the early stages of Round 3 when the Pittsburgh Steelers selected Oklahoma State quarterback Mason Rudolph. With Ben Roethlisberger previously questioning how much longer he wants to play, it appears Rudolph will have a chance to succeed Roethlisberger as the Steelers' starter. (Read more)
• Best remaining players for Day 3: A breakdown of the best prospects left on the board at the start of Round 4. (Read more)
• Round 1 analysis: Breaking down the first round from a team-fit and scouting perspective. (Read more)
• Draft prep: Study up on the key figures and story lines that figure to shape the 2018 draft. (Read more)
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Steelers snag Big Ben's replacement?: In Round 3, the Pittsburgh Steelers took Oklahoma State quarterback Mason Rudolph, the first time they've taken a QB this early in the draft since selecting Big Ben from Miami University in 2004.
Roethlisberger, 36, has hinted that he may be heading to retirement in the near future. If that's the case, Pittsburgh added a solid buffer with a prospect some evaluators believed could have been selected in the first round of this draft.
Browns' surprising selections continue in Day 2: With many pundits preferring UTEP guard Will Hernandez as the top offensive line prospect left on the board at the start of Round 2, Cleveland instead opted for Nevada's Austin Corbet. The Giants then snatched up Hernandez with the second pick. The Browns, owners of four of the top 34 picks of the draft, then added to their haul with Georgia running back Nick Chubb, a dominant runner before a knee injury sidelined him during his college career.
Eagles trade up as kicker trolls Cowboys: Philadelphia traded out of the first round, but on Day 2, the Eagles made a splash … and they did it with a kicker.
The reigning Super Bowl champions traded up, one spot ahead of the Dallas Cowboys, to select tight end Dallas Goedert out of South Dakota State. And David Akers made sure the pick was made in the best way possible. (Read More)
Derrius Guice ends up with Redskins: Thought by some talent evaluators to be the top running back remaining on the draft board, three different RBs were selected ahead of LSU's Derrius Guice in Round 2. The Redskins — who stated previously they would target a running back in the draft — traded out of their pick when they had a chance to select him at No. 44, but ultimately took him at No. 59 after trading back in the second round.
The slide even prompted a TMZ producer to tweet out a note that they did not have some sort of dirt on the LSU runner. (Read more)
The Post breaks down the first round from a team-fit and scouting perspective. National NFL writer Mark Maske and Post draft analyst John Harris review every selection.
Previous picks
1. Cleveland Browns
Team needs: QB, offensive line, defensive line, CB, RB
Pick: Baker Mayfield, QB, Oklahoma
The Browns take a chance on Baker Mayfield, the polarizing Heisman Trophy winner, over Sam Darnold, who probably would have been the safer pick, and Josh Allen, the most physically talented quarterback in the group. Mayfield's size was a concern to some. So, too, were his on- and off-field behavioral issues. But he can make the throws. He was wildly productive in college. He clearly has leadership skills. It's a bold move by John Dorsey, the new GM of the Browns. The success of his tenure could depend on the outcome of this selection. Now the Browns, who have veteran Tyrod Taylor to serve as their temporary starter, must cross their fingers and hope that it works out. — Maske
What he brings: Outside of his height (and a myriad of off field issues/dramas), he has every asset you'd want in an NFL quarterback. Of course, it's those issues that have caused evaluators to second guess him. He's a true competitor and leader, perhaps too emotional at times.
He has a quick release, throws off platform exceptionally well but will have to decipher what signals an open receiver in the NFL, where windows are much smaller than what he enjoyed in college. — Harris
2. New York Giants
Team needs: QB, RB, offensive line, pass rusher, CB
Pick: Saquon Barkley, RB, Penn State
The Giants decide to help Eli Manning for what's left of his NFL career rather than put his eventual replacement on the roster. They leave quarterbacks Sam Darnold, Josh Allen and Josh Rosen on the board for the Jets at No. 3. Barkley could develop into a Pro Bowl runner pretty quickly. But will Dave Gettleman, the Giants' new GM, regret this when Manning retires and there's no franchise quarterback in sight? — Maske
What he brings: The best running back in this draft class, he also added kickoff returns to his plate in 2017 and had two runbacks for touchdowns. Barkley accounted for 24 touchdowns as a junior. For all of the accolades, he had seven games of 75 or fewer yards rushing. Now, he was the focus of every defense he faced, but that's a bit of an alarming number. He rushed for 100-plus yards in only 15 of 38 games … am I nitpicking? Perhaps, because I love Barkley but the hype is a bit out of control.
He is built like a tank … legs, neck, thick cut and impressive all the way back to his days in high school.
Barkley is an outstanding receiver out of the backfield, but doesn't have glue sticks for hands. Laterally, he's as quick and elusive as any running back in this and many other draft classes. — Harris
3. New York Jets (from Indianapolis)
Team needs: QB, RB, defensive line, offensive line
Pick: Sam Darnold, QB, USC
Things worked out extremely well for the Jets after their blockbuster pre-draft trade in which they sent a trio of second-round picks, two of them this year, to the Colts to move up three spots in the first-round order. They were fortunate when the Browns and Giants left them with their choice of Sam Darnold, Josh Allen and Josh Rosen. They made the right move and went with Darnold, probably the safest pick in this celebrated draft class of quarterbacks—and probably the quarterback who should have gone first overall to Cleveland. — Maske
What he brings: He has prototype size for an NFL quarterback and ice water in his veins. His mechanics aren't perfect, as he has a long arm motion and takes a while to get the ball out of his hands, although his release was a bit quicker in 2017 in his second year as a starter. He doesn't always see the defense properly, but what makes him a difference maker at the next level is his ability to complete throw in the 2017 Rose Bowl. You may recall a seam pass for a touchdown over two defenders, in between two safeties for game tying touchdown against Texas NFL talent evaluators certainly did. — Harris
4. Cleveland Browns (from Houston)
Team needs: QB, offensive line, defensive line, CB, RB
Pick: Denzel Ward, CB, Ohio State
The Browns, even with a new regime and a new GM in John Dorsey, are still the Browns. They could have taken Bradley Chubb to pair with Myles Garrett as book-end pass rushers. Instead, they go with cornerback Denzel Ward. The Browns clearly are better than they were when the night began. They clearly are a step closer to being competitive. But Baker Mayfield and Ward instead of Sam Darnold and Chubb? It's difficult to believe that the Browns maximized the value of these picks. — Maske
What he brings: Arguably the best cornerback in this draft, Ward has track speed and was one of the fastest Buckeyes in recent memory. He ran a 4.31 on campus in the spring of 2017. He is long-armed and never appears to panic. He was the equal of star rookie Marshon Lattimore (selected by the Saints).
He will come up and strike ball-carriers in support of the run, but doesn't pack a wallop. He can be versatile in a scheme too, lining up in the slot, on a tight end, wide on a lone receiver. He is a solid defensive back to say the least. — Harris
5. Denver Broncos
Team needs: QB, offensive line, CB, pass rusher
Pick: Bradley Chubb, DE, N.C. State
The Broncos pass up the chance to take a quarterback of the future and go with Bradley Chubb, a pass rusher to pair with Von Miller. This is a step toward keeping the Denver defense dominant. And the Broncos have a quarterback-for-now in free agent addition Case Keenum. But they haven't solidified their quarterback situation long-term. — Maske
What he brings: Impressive movement skills for a guy 275 pounds. His quickness on inside moves is quite impressive and he makes the most of a powerful upper body. He plays the game with a chip on his shoulder and is never satisfied with the results. He forced nine fumbles in his final three seasons (he didn't play often as a freshman) and also had 58.5 tackles for a loss as well in that three year span. Oh, and he had 32 sacks. He reminds me of a more physically impressive Derek Barnett of the Eagles. — Harris
6. Indianapolis Colts (from New York Jets)
Team needs: RB, offensive line, WR, pass rush, LB
Pick: Quenton Nelson, OG, Notre Dame
Taking a guard with the sixth overall pick in the NFL draft generally isn't done. But the Colts made the right move in getting Quenton Nelson. He was r
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