I apologize in advance: with so many picks, I just can’t motivate myself to transcribe in depth / meaningful prospect analysis for each pick. I threw in some narrative that I assume no one but me will actually read.
I’ll also own that I may have re-evaluated and plagiarized a pick or two after seeing Rainman’s selections.
Tacoma Trash Panda 2022 Draft
#1 - 29: Breece Hall, RB, Iowa State (Jets)
I think Breece is going to be a top 5 RB in the league sooner rather than later, and I don’t think CEH will ever be a reliable/extended #1 for me. Time to upgrade.
#1 - 30: George Karlaftis, DE, Purdue (Chiefs)
Just like the Chiefs, I desperately need DE help. Karlaftis brings he best value at this point.
Others strongly considered: Arnold Ebiketie, DE, Penn State & Daxon Hill, S, Michigan
#2 - 50: Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan (Chiefs)
Moore isn’t my favorite player, but I think he’s set up for success and I want that success to be a part of my team.
#2 - 62: Nakobe Dean, LB, Georgia (Eagles)
Rainman inspired me to relook at the latest news on Deans medicals. I need to reinforce my LB corps and Dean is incredible value at this point if healthy. I trust that he is. I hate giving up Travis Jones, but my hope is that with Dean and Chanel I will be set at LB for years to come.
Others strongly considered: Travis Jones, DT, UConn
#3 - 94 : Nick Cross, S, Maryland (Colts)
Smart and rangy safety with good measurables? Yes please.
#3 - 103: Leo Chanel, LB, Wisconsin (Chiefs)
I hate passing on Pierce, but Chanel is a stud. Between Chanel and Dean I should be set at LB for a few years.
Others strongly considered: Dameon Pierce, RB, Florida
#4 - 121: Darian Kinnard, OG/OT, Kentucky (Chiefs)
I need a RT. Hard to argue with Veach that Kinnard is the best bet at this point.
#4 - 135: Eric Johnson, DT, Missouri State (Colts)
Johnson is an athletic freak and my confidence in him is he reason I was willing to take Nakobe Dean over Travis Jones. I think Johnson will be an all pro and genuinely think this is one of my safest/easiest picks.
#6 - 208: Tariq Castro-Fields, CB, Penn State (49ers)
Throwing a dart. Castro-Fields was generally ranked 50-75 slots higher by most rankings. Needs to work on his decision making, but the potential is there.
Others strongly considered: Chasen Hines, OG, LSU
#7 - 233: Rasheed Walker, OT, Penn State (Packers)
Taking another shot at a RT. Walker is a developmental prospect.
#7 - 251: Carson Strong, QB, Nevada (UDFA - Eagles)
Carrying Henne / Buechelle does nothing for me in this game. Taking a chance to have two starting caliber QBs on my roster!
#7 - 259: Justyn Ross, WR, Clemson (UDFA - Chiefs)
I have picks to burn. I don’t want to be the idiot (like 31 NFL GMs) who passed on Ross when he has the potential to be a stud. Can he stay healthy? We shall see.