As the NFL draft approaches, analysts are making their final predictions for all 32 teams. For the Arizona Cardinals, most experts have them addressing defensive line and edge positions, but NFL.com draft analyst Chad Reuter believes they should focus on offense. Reuter has the Cardinals selecting offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. from Texas in the first round, citing a need for youth on the offensive line with veteran players dealing with injuries and nearing the end of their careers. Banks, a versatile lineman with accolades such as the Lombardi Award and Jacobs Blocking Trophy, is projected to start at left guard before transitioning to right tackle as needed. Despite primarily playing left tackle in college, Banks’ athleticism and run-blocking abilities make him a potential impact starter at either tackle or guard in the NFL.
In the second round, Reuter predicts the Cardinals will add speed to their offense with the selection of wide receiver Jaylin Lane from Virginia Tech. Lane, known for his athletic attributes and impressive combine performance, brings a versatile skill set with experience as a receiver, rusher, and return specialist. Lane recorded impressive stats in college and is projected to be the sixth receiver off the board in the draft.
Overall, Reuter’s mock draft for the Cardinals includes six picks across different positions, emphasizing a mix of offensive upgrades and defensive depth. With the draft set to start, fans will soon see which players Arizona ultimately selects to bolster their roster for the upcoming season.
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