16. Kansas City Chiefs
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18. Seattle Seahawks
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The Pick: Joe Jackson, EDGE, Miami
With no first-round pick in the 2018 draft, the Kansas City Chiefs weren't able to fill every need on the roster, but they did look early and often at defenders (the first five of Kansas City's six picks were on the defensive side of the ball). One area that didn't get love is edge-rusher, and the team will need someone to step up there with the age of Justin Houston (29) and impending free agency of Dee Ford.
Miami's Joe Jackson is an ideal fit in a 3-4 scheme. He has length and athleticism and uses both well to beat and bend offensive tackles around the edge. He's a bit of a project, but if his 2018 season goes as planned, he'll be one of the draft's prized players in 2019.
18. Seattle Seahawks
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The Pick: Michael Jackson, CB, Miami
The Seattle Seahawks want bigger cornerbacks who can excel in off coverage. Miami's Michael Jackson and his 6'2", 200-pound frame are perfect for the system, and his play has him ready for a big role early on.
Jackson was considered a potential 2018 early entry but decided to return to Coral Gables to improve his draft stock. Given his size and projected speed, it's fair to see him as a future first-rounder and a great fit for Pete Carroll's team. Carroll and his staff just need to turn on the Syracuse tape (two interceptions) if they want to see Jackson in action looking like a top-20 pick.
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The Pick: Ahmmon Richards, WR, Miami
With their own pick in the first round, the Green Bay Packers can look to get younger and faster at wide receiver. Miami's Ahmmon Richards is a burner with moves in space who would match up perfectly with Aaron Rodgers' arm talent.
The Packers went for a quantity over quality approach in the 2018 draft by selecting three receivers on Day 3 (the same move they used in 2017 when adding three running backs) but still need a top-tier threat opposite Davante Adams. Richards' tools tell me he can be that guy.
