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Mel Kiper Jr.’s Updated Final NFL Second-Round Mock Draft 4.0

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64) Seattle Seahawks: CB Malik Muhammad, Texas
Malik Muhammad gives Seattle another option at corner, adding speed and depth to a group that lost a key piece.

"The Seahawks brought back Josh Jobe, but they let Riq Woolen walk in free agency." - Mel Kiper Jr.
33) New York Jets: LB CJ Allen, Georgia
CJ Allen gives the Jets a linebacker who doesn’t come off the field, someone who sees the play before it happens and finishes it. With age already in the room, this is about adding a long-term piece who can take over sooner rather than later.

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"Allen is a three-down 'backer who always seems to be around the ball because he anticipates so well." - Mel Kiper Jr.
34) Miami Dolphins (projected trade with ARI): WR Germie Bernard, Alabama
Germie Bernard brings versatility to a Miami offense that suddenly has holes at receiver. He’s not just a pass catcher; he’s someone you can move around and scheme touches for, which fits exactly what this system wants to do.

"Bernard had 862 yards and seven TDs as a pass catcher last season, but he also ran for 101 yards and two scores." - Mel Kiper Jr.
35) Tennessee Titans: OLB Malachi Lawrence, UCF
Malachi Lawrence gives Tennessee another shot at fixing its pass rush with a player who is rising quickly. He closes fast, finishes plays, and adds needed juice off the edge.

"There's certainly a chance Lawrence is off the board before Round 2 -- he has risen the board quickly over the past month or so." - Mel Kiper Jr.
36) Las Vegas Raiders: G Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech
Keylan Rutledge feels like a plug-and-play addition for the Raiders, bringing experience and reliability to the interior. He’s steady, rarely beaten cleanly, and fits a unit that needs consistency.

"Rutledge started 43 games in college and gave up only two sacks." - Mel Kiper Jr.
37) New York Giants: DT Kayden McDonald, Ohio State
Kayden McDonald is exactly the kind of presence the Giants need in the middle of their defense following their trade of Dexter Lawrence. He can anchor against the run while still offering more as a pass rusher than people might expect.

"He’s more than just a run stopper; McDonald added 3.5 sacks and has some untapped potential in that area." - Mel Kiper Jr.
38) Houston Texans (via WAS): G Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M
Chase Bisontis gives Houston exactly what it’s been missing inside, a physical presence who plays with an edge. This is about strengthening the interior and continuing to build around the offense.

"Here's that interior lineman Houston badly needs." - Mel Kiper Jr.
39) Dallas Cowboys (via projected trade with CLE): CB Chris Johnson, San Diego State
Chris Johnson could end up being one of the better value picks in this range, giving Dallas a corner with speed and ball production. This is about finding a starter in a position of need.

"He is probably going to be my CB3 in the class when my final rankings drop next week, so this could end up being a steal." - Mel Kiper Jr.
40) Kansas City Chiefs: OLB R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma
R Mason Thomas fills a clear need for Kansas City, adding production to a pass rush that lacked depth. He brings proven output and gives them another option to rotate in immediately.

"Thomas can pitch in here. He had 15.5 sacks and 25 tackles for loss over the past two seasons." - Mel Kiper Jr.
41) Cincinnati Bengals: OLB Cashius Howell, Texas A&M
Cashius Howell gives Cincinnati something it can’t afford to miss on again, real production off the edge. This is a different profile than past swings, and one that should translate more cleanly.

"Howell wears the same uniform but is on the other end of the spectrum." - Mel Kiper Jr.
42) New Orleans Saints: WR KC Concepcion, Texas A&M
KC Concepcion adds much-needed playmaking to the Saints’ offense, giving them a reliable option behind their top receiver. He’s elusive and productive, making him a natural fit in this role.

"They are still lacking on the WR front behind Chris Olave." - Mel Kiper Jr.
43) Miami Dolphins: EDGE T.J. Parker, Clemson
T.J. Parker brings a relentless style to Miami, someone who doesn’t stop working and consistently pressures quarterbacks. Even without eye-popping sack numbers last year, the disruption is still there.

"He knows how to cause problems for opponent QBs, with 114 pressures over the past three years." - Mel Kiper Jr.
44) New York Jets (via DAL): CB Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
Brandon Cisse gives the Jets a much-needed presence at corner, especially for a team that struggled to take the ball away. He’s aware, reacts quickly, and plays with urgency.

"After all, they intercepted zero passes last season." - Mel Kiper Jr.
45) Baltimore Ravens: TE Eli Stowers, Baltimore Ravens
Eli Stowers gives Baltimore another option at tight end as it prepares for the future at the position. He’s productive, dependable, and fits into what this offense asks from the role.

"Stowers caught 146 passes over the past three years, including 11 touchdowns." - Mel Kiper Jr.
46) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: LB Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech
Jacob Rodriguez steps into a major need for Tampa Bay, bringing tackling production and consistency to a position that just lost a longtime leader.

"Rodriguez ranked second in tackles in the FBS over the past two seasons (252)." - Mel Kiper Jr.
47) Indianapolis Colts: LB Anthony Hill Jr., Texas
Anthony Hill Jr. is a bet on upside for Indianapolis, a player who can move, cover, and potentially rush the passer. He offers versatility in a defense that can use it.

"He can cover a lot of ground at the second level and ran a 4.51 at the combine at 238 pounds." - Mel Kiper Jr.
48) Atlanta Falcons: DT Lee Hunter, Texas Tech
Lee Hunter gives Atlanta a much-needed presence inside, especially against the run. He’s productive, physical, and fills a clear weakness on this defense.

"Hunter had a ridiculous 52 run stops and 33.5 tackles for loss over the past three seasons." - Mel Kiper Jr.
49) Minnesota Vikings: RB Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
Mike Washington Jr. adds speed to Minnesota’s offense, giving them another dynamic option in the backfield. He can create big plays and contribute in multiple ways.

"Washington's 4.33 speed would add another element to the offense." - Mel Kiper Jr.
50) Detroit Lions: OLB Derrick Moore, Michigan
Derrick Moore gives Detroit another swing off the edge, continuing to search for a consistent presence opposite its top pass rusher.

"Detroit is still taking swings on edge rushers opposite Aidan Hutchinson." - Mel Kiper Jr.
51) Carolina Panthers: OL Caleb Lomu, Utah
Caleb Lomu is about value and depth for Carolina, adding a player who can contribute while also providing insurance along the line.

"Lomu represents good value and a chance to add depth to a room that lost Ekwonu in the playoffs." - Mel Kiper Jr.
52) Green Bay Packers: CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson
Avieon Terrell gives Green Bay a corner who can step in and compete right away. He’s consistent in coverage and has shown an ability to make plays on the ball.

"He could potentially start for the Packers in Year 1." - Mel Kiper Jr.
53) Pittsburgh Steelers: WR Zachariah Branch, Georgia
Zachariah Branch adds a different dimension to Pittsburgh’s offense, giving them quickness and explosiveness in the short game. He’s the type of player who can turn simple plays into big gains.

"He got the ball out quicker than any other QB last season (2.59 seconds on average)." - Mel Kiper Jr.
54) Philadelphia Eagles: TE Oscar Delp, Georgia
Oscar Delp gives Philadelphia a developmental piece at tight end, someone who can contribute now while potentially growing into a larger role down the line.

"The Eagles need more options at tight end, not to mention a succession plan." - Mel Kiper Jr.
55) Los Angeles Chargers: G Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
Emmanuel Pregnon gives the Chargers the interior help they were looking for, bringing power and stability to the offensive line.

"Pregnon can move defenders off the ball with his power and sustains his blocks really well." - Mel Kiper Jr.
56) Jacksonville Jaguars: OLB Jaishawn Barham, Michigan
Jaishawn Barham adds depth and potential to Jacksonville’s pass rush, giving them another option to develop off the edge.

"One of them is edge rusher, as they ranked 27th in sacks last season (32)." - Mel Kiper Jr.
57) Chicago Bears: S Treydan Stukes, Arizona
Treydan Stukes fits what Chicago wants defensively: a player who can take the ball away and contribute to an already opportunistic unit.

"The Bears have an opportunistic defense, leading the NFL in takeaways (33) and interceptions (23)." - Mel Kiper Jr.
58) San Francisco 49ers: EDGE Gabe Jacas, Illinois
Gabe Jacas gives San Francisco the needed depth off the edge, especially after a season where injuries exposed the lack of production.

"There's no getting around the team's 20 sacks last season, by far the lowest total in the league." - Mel Kiper Jr.
59) Houston Texans: CB D'Angelo Ponds, Indiana
D'Angelo Ponds is a value pick for Houston, adding another playmaker to a secondary that’s quickly becoming a strength.

"Good luck to any team trying to throw the football against Houston next season." - Mel Kiper Jr.
60) Chicago Bears (via BUF): C Logan Jones, Iowa
Logan Jones gives Chicago a long-term option at center, adding experience and stability to the position.

"Jones has started 51 games, all at center." - Mel Kiper Jr.
61) Los Angeles Rams: LB Josiah Trotter, Missouri
Josiah Trotter adds tackling production and depth to the Rams’ defense, giving them another option in the middle.

"Trotter had 183 tackles over the past two seasons." - Mel Kiper Jr.
62) Denver Broncos: DT Caleb Banks, Florida
Caleb Banks is a high-risk, high-reward pick for Denver, bringing first-round talent with injury concerns.

"Banks' talent is more in line with Round 1, but he is dealing with yet another foot injury." - Mel Kiper Jr.
63) New England Patriots: WR Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee
Chris Brazzell II gives New England a big, fast target who can stretch the field and add production to the offense.

"New England should be eager to add pass catchers with physical traits and production like that." - Mel Kiper Jr.
64) Seattle Seahawks: CB Malik Muhammad, Texas
Malik Muhammad gives Seattle another option at corner, adding speed and depth to a group that lost a key piece.

"The Seahawks brought back Josh Jobe, but they let Riq Woolen walk in free agency." - Mel Kiper Jr.
33) New York Jets: LB CJ Allen, Georgia
CJ Allen gives the Jets a linebacker who doesn’t come off the field, someone who sees the play before it happens and finishes it. With age already in the room, this is about adding a long-term piece who can take over sooner rather than later.

Get Kiper's Final 1st Round Mock Draft Right Here!

"Allen is a three-down 'backer who always seems to be around the ball because he anticipates so well." - Mel Kiper Jr.

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