NFL Draft: Final 2020 Round 1 mock draft with trades and explanations

2020 NFL Draft: Final Round 1 mock draft with trades and explanations

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JANUARY 13: Joe Burrow #9 of the LSU Tigers reacts to a touchdown against Clemson Tigers during the third quarter in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 13, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) /

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K’Lavon Chaisson, LSU Tigers (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) /

K'Lavon Chaisson. 17. player. 817. . EDGE. Tigers

Yes, the Dallas Cowboys signed former Niners and Raiders pass-rusher Aldon Smith, but they need more at EDGE than an aging player who was out of the league for years.

LSU EDGE K’Lavon Chaisson has flown up draft boards and looks likely to be a mid-first rounder with his potential. Dallas need a young presence at EDGE, and Chaisson would be a perfect fit here.

What really sets Chaisson apart is how his physical gifts make him a natural pass-rusher. His arms and feet combine to give him amazing speed and leverage, and his pass-rushing moves get him to the quarterback as shown by his 6.5 sacks and 13.5 tackles for loss.

He’s not just a “get to the quarterback” guy either. He can cover tight ends too, which is huge for any defense.