Titans
Offense: QB Cam Ward, Miami
Defense: LB Oluwafemi Oladejo, UCLA
The Titans selected Ward #1 overall to upgrade the QB position, especially with the injury to Will Levis this season. Ward has shown his leadership qualities, he’s a strong armed QB who can make all the throws from the pocket showing improvement every year with a strong work ethic.
Oladejo is a strong run stopping LB and sure tackler who has shown some pass rush potential. I think he fits best as an all-around LB than pure edge, but he is in competition for a starting job.
Texans
Offense: WR Jayden Higgins, Iowa State
Defense: CB/S Jaylin Smith, USC
The Texans overhauled their WR room this offseason and drafted both Iowa State WRs who could both be a factor. Higgins is a lanky WR at 6’4 215 with good hands and speed who would make an ideal #2 WR across from Nico Collins.
The Texans have a deep secondary as they keep finding good players, but Smith has impressed with his versatility as a movable piece. He is an undersized DB with good speed, coverage skills, and technique. He should find his way into the rotation.
Jaguars
Offense: WR/CB Travis Hunter, Colorado
Defense: WR/CB Travis Hunter, Colorado
The Jaguars moved up with intentions of making Hunter mostly a WR and the need has increased with the trade of Christian Kirk and release of Gabe Davis. He is an elite athlete able to play both sides of the ball with good speed, but he will be expected to step up as the #2 WR.
With no other rookie expected to a make an immediate impact, Hunter is the playmaker expected to add to the CB mix which I believe is his best position. Luckily, there is not an immediate need at the position so he can be used when needed.
Colts
Offense: TE Tyler Warren, Penn State
Defense: Edge J.T. Tuimoloau, Ohio State
The Colts haven’t been able to get consistent production from the TE position in years. Warren has proven to be a solid athlete with good hands and a movable piece, even used at RB. He should be the starter from Day 1 and hopefully long-term.
Rookie CB Justin Walley was working his way into the starting unit before injury. Tuimoloau is a strong pass rusher with good size and the ability to play hand in the dirt or standing up improving each year, after going back for an extra season. He should be in the rotation early with starter potential.
