Brad Biggs’ NFL mock draft, from picks No. 1 to No. 50

Here is Brad Biggs’ mock draft 1.0 for the NFL draft, which will be held April 23-25 in Paradise, Nev. Picks No. 1-32 are in Round 1, with picks No. 33 to No. 50 in the second round.

Bengals: Joe Burrow, QB, LSU

The Bengals did well the last time they used the No. 1 pick on a Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback with Carson Palmer in 2003.

Redskins: Chase Young, DE, Ohio State

Ron Rivera got a five-year contract to take over in Washington and he’s not going to pass on the closest player to a sure bet in this draft — unless someone makes an over-the-top offer for the pick.

Lions: Jeffrey Okudah, CB, Ohio State

Don’t confuse all the activity in Detroit this offseason for achievement. What Matt Patricia really could use is a game wrecker for his front seven. He also badly needs a shutdown cornerback after trading Darius Slay.

Giants: Mekhi Becton, OT, Louisville

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GM Dave Gettleman believes roster building starts in the trenches, and the Giants need offensive line help. Becton has a size advantage over Alabama’s Jedrick Wills.

Dolphins: Derrick Brown, DT, Auburn

With three first-round picks, five in the first two rounds and 14 overall, the Dolphins can do anything. Do they roll the dice on a quarterback or take a player who will greatly improve their defense? Brown represents a building block for years to come.

Chargers: Tua Tagovailoa, QB, Alabama

When the Chargers finished as runners-up in the Tom Brady sweepstakes, they were left with Tyrod Taylor and a quarterback to be added in this draft. If they don’t sign Cam Newton, which might be a solid plan, drafting Tagovailoa would accomplish multiple goals.

Panthers: Isaiah Simmons, LB, Clemson

New coach Matt Rhule inexplicably was signed to a seven-year contract, meaning he has a lot of time to turn things around in Carolina. Simmons is a dream for a creative defensive coordinator because of his versatility.

Cardinals: Jedrick Wills, OT, Alabama

The Cardinals gave Kyler Murray a top-notch target in DeAndre Hopkins when they fleeced the Texans. It’s time to add some protection for the quarterback.

Jaguars: Justin Herbert, QB, Oregon

Minshew Mania hasn’t convinced the front office he’s the long-term plan just yet, has it?

Browns: Andrew Thomas, OT, Georgia

After overpaying for tackle Jack Conklin in free agency, the Browns can continue overhauling an offensive line in need of help.

Jets: Jerry Jeudy, WR, Alabama

Quarterback Sam Darnold needs help, and while the Jets essentially flipped Robby Anderson for the less talented Breshad Perriman in free agency, they can get the best receiver in a draft class stocked with them.

Raiders: CeeDee Lamb, WR, Oklahoma

The Antonio Brown experiment didn’t work out last season, but Lamb, who averaged 21.4 yards per catch for the Sooners in 2019, would be a legitimate No. 1 receiver for Jon Gruden.

49ers: Javon Kinlaw, DT, South Carolina

Tempting to pair the Niners with a receiver here, but does Kyle Shanahan put that kind of premium on the position in his offense, especially considering this draft? The 49ers can work on replacing DeForest Buckner by grabbing Kinlaw, who flashed big time at the Senior Bowl.

Buccaneers: Tristan Wirfs, OT, Iowa

Tom Brady doesn’t slide in the pocket as well as he used to. Bruce Arians is smart enough to know he needs help protecting the new face of the franchise.

Broncos: Henry Ruggs III, WR, Alabama

John Elway was busy in free agency, adding key defensive pieces and running back Melvin Gordon. The speedy Ruggs would pair nicely with Courtland Sutton, leaving things in the hands of second-year quarterback Drew Lock.

Falcons: K’Lavon Chaisson, Edge, LSU

The Falcons added Dante Fowler to bolster a sagging pass rush. The Falcons either can get a needed cornerback here or choose to further boost the front seven of a defense that tied for 29th with only 28 sacks last year. Go pass rush first.

Cowboys: C.J. Henderson, CB, Florida

After losing Byron Jones to the Dolphins in free agency, the Cowboys can plug in Henderson, who has ideal size and athleticism, without skipping a beat on the back end of the defense.

Dolphins: Jordan Love, QB, Utah State

Some believe Love possesses more upside than Justin Herbert, and the Dolphins have the draft capital to move up and grab Love if they believe he won’t make it to No. 18.

Raiders: Xavier McKinney, S, Alabama

The Raiders drafted safety Johnathan Abram with one of their first-round picks last year, and he missed nearly the entire season. The Raiders play so much split-safety coverage that getting another elite safety would reshape the secondary.

Jaguars: Jeff Gladney, CB, TCU

The Jaguars traded Jalen Ramsey last season and A.J. Bouye earlier this month, creating real issues in the secondary. Enter Gladney, who possesses good man-coverage ability.

Eagles: Justin Jefferson, WR, LSU

The Eagles missed out on landing DeAndre Hopkins via trade and they have glaring needs at the position. Jefferson was wildly productive for Joe Burrow and starred at the combine. He’ll produce immediately.

Vikings: Trevon Diggs, CB, Alabama

Diggs has a knack for making plays on the ball, and the Vikings don’t have a greater roster need.

Patriots: Yetur Gross-Matos, Edge, Penn State

Gross-Matos is the kind of versatile player with great length and athleticism to make him an ideal scheme fit in New England.

Saints: Kenneth Murray, LB, Oklahoma

Murray has all the traits of a modern NFL linebacker, including the closing speed necessary to make plays from sideline to sideline. He’s ideal to fill one of the Saints’ real needs.

Vikings: Tee Higgins, WR, Clemson

The Vikings can compensate for the departure of Stefon Diggs with a different kind of wide receiver. Higgins is tall and tracks the ball well downfield. A ton of production in a top program makes him a solid selection for a team that needs someone to step in immediately.

Dolphins: D’Andre Swift, RB, Georgia

Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick was the Dolphins’ leading rusher last season with 243 yards last season. That is suboptimal.

Seahawks: Marlon Davidson, DL, Auburn

With Jadeveon Clowney unsigned, still unable to land a deal averaging more than $20 million as he had hoped, the Seahawks really need to add some juice to the front line.

Ravens: Patrick Queen, LB, LSU

The Ravens have been busy adding to the front seven this offseason after the Titans mauled them in the playoffs. Queen is an attractive fit for a team that routinely develops outstanding linebackers.

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Titans: Ezra Cleveland, OT, Boise State

The Titans can make up for the loss of Jack Conklin by adding Cleveland, who has moved up draft boards since the college season ended and is unlikely to make it out of Round 1.

Packers: Denzel Mims, WR, Baylor

The Packers were slow on the outside last season, and Aaron Rodgers needs more than just Davante Adams. Mims has a super-high ceiling with a nice blend of size, speed and explosiveness.

49ers: Grant Delpit, S, LSU

The 49ers defense is reliant on zone coverage and in need of an impact safety.

Chiefs: A.J. Terrell, CB, Clemson

Kendall Fuller left for the Redskins in free agency, and while the Super Bowl champions don’t have a lot of needs, adding a cornerback should be a priority for Andy Reid.

Bengals: Cesar Ruiz, C/G, Michigan

The Bengals have needs all over the place and would be wise to add picks if they receive an attractive trade offer. Otherwise, they really need to improve the offensive line, and Ruiz possesses the versatility to play any of the three interior spots.

Colts: Laviska Shenault Jr., WR, Colorado

Shenault didn’t run well at the combine with a 4.58-second 40-yard dash, but he’s explosive on tape and possesses the kind of run-after-catch ability needed. The Colts need more firepower on the outside to complement T.Y. Hilton.

Lions: A.J. Epenesa, DE, Iowa

Epenesa has been overrated by some and is more of a run-stuffing left end than a pass rusher. But he has the versatility to be a nice fit in the Lions’ front as a five-technique or seven-technique.

Giants: Kristian Fulton, CB, LSU

The Giants added James Bradberry in free agency, and he’s a big help. But DeAndre Baker struggled at times a year ago, and getting a physical corner in Fulton would help overhaul a lousy defense.

Chargers: Josh Jones, OT, Houston

Trading Russell Okung created a need that was addressed with the addition of Bryan Bulaga in free agency. Adding Jones to the mix would give the Chargers a good blocker for years to come.

Panthers: Justin Madubuike, DT, Texas A&M

A twitchy three-technique with the ability to pressure the quarterback would be a nice roster fit for the Panthers, who have needs all over the place.

Dolphins: Jalen Reagor, WR, TCU

Dynamic speed and playmaking ability in the open field are pluses with Reagor, who never really benefited from high-quality quarterback play in college. He would be an explosive addition.

Texans: Brandon Aiyuk, WR, Arizona State

Adding Randall Cobb after dealing DeAndre Hopkins only begins to address the help the Texans need to give quarterback Deshaun Watson. Aiyuk is a physical receiver, similar to a smaller version of Brandon Marshall.

Browns: Damien Lewis, G, LSU

If the Browns have ideas of eventually challenging the Ravens in the AFC North, they need to be so much better up front. So why not keep building the line with the powerful Lewis?

Jaguars: Antoine Winfield Jr., S, Minnesota

Doubling down with another pick in the secondary helps turn a weakness into a strength. Winfield has a ton of versatility with his ability to play in coverage.

Bears: Noah Igbinoghene, CB, Auburn

Shape expectations for free-agent addition Artie Burns by his contract — a one-year deal for just more than $1 million. The Bears need more depth and talent in the secondary, and Igbinoghene has track speed, which makes him appealing.

Colts: Jaylon Johnson, CB, Utah

The Colts added Xavier Rhodes in free agency, but he’s coming off a rough year in Minnesota and there’s a real need for young talent. Johnson can compete for a starting spot.

Buccaneers: Clyde Edwards-Helaire, RB, LSU

Tom Brady always has had success involving running backs in the passing game, and Edwards-Helaire is similar to Devonta Freeman in terms of versatility and skill in the open field. It’s a perfect fit.

Broncos: Austin Jackson, OT, USC

He’s a little raw but has very good feet, which gives him a chance to make it as a left tackle. Struggling veteran Garett Bolles hurt the Broncos at the position last season.

Falcons: Jeremy Chinn, S, Southern Illinois

The Falcons are looking for help on the back end, and Chinn propelled his draft stock with a good week at the Senior Bowl and an even better week at the combine. He has the combination of size and athleticism defensive coordinators desire at the position.

Jets: Terrell Lewis, Edge, Alabama

If Lewis hadn’t been injured in college, he easily would be a top-15 pick. The one thing Gregg Williams’ defense lacks is pass rushers. If Lewis checks out medically, he would be a nice fit with the Jets.

Steelers: Chase Claypool, WR, Notre Dame

The hybrid wide receiver has been discussed as a possible tight end project. After a big season for the Fighting Irish, he would be a nice, big target for the returning Ben Roethlisberger.

Bears: Michael Pittman Jr., WR, USC

The Bears need speed, and while Pittman wouldn’t be a replacement for Taylor Gabriel in that sense, the 6-foot-4, 223-pounder ran very well for his size at the combine — 4.52 seconds in the 40-yard dash. He really would add a playmaking dimension to an offense in need.