NFL Draft: Full 2019 Round 1 mock with trades, April Fools' version

2019 NFL Draft: Full Round 1 mock with trades, April Fools’ version

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 25: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stands at the podium during a moment of silence for the victims and those others affected by the Bombing at the Boston Marathon in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall on April 25, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) /

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HOUSTON, TX – NOVEMBER 10: Ed Oliver #10 of the Houston Cougars greets fans after the game against the Temple Owls at TDECU Stadium on November 10, 2018 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images) /

Ed Oliver. 11. player. 56. . Defensive Tackle. Houston

Boy, the Cincinnati Bengals sure hoped the Buccaneers would pass on Devin White, especially after Cincy let go of controversial linebacker Vontaze Burfict, who signed on with the Raiders shortly thereafter.

Linebacker remains a top priority for the Bengals, but it’s hard to find a spot on the defense that doesn’t need an upgrade.

So, in a deep defensive NFL Draft class, why not grab the best available player here?

In this case, it would be hard to argue with selecting Houston defensive tackle Ed Oliver at No. 13 overall. There were times last year when Oliver was viewed as the top prospect heading into the 2019 draft. And while his stock has slipped, it’s not hard to find him viewed as a top-10 target, meaning the Bengals would be getting some maximum value at this particular spot.

With Oliver being a pocket-wrecking force up front, Cincinnati can shift its remaining defensive needs to later in the draft, where it will need pass-rushing help, as well as upgrades at linebacker and within the secondary.