There hopefully is a team with a higher 2nd or very high 3rd who would be happier with 2 later R3 picks. We really only need to get 2 more "good" players now: OG and sack artist. I suppose the sack artist will be harder to find, so may be who we spend our 2nd pick on. Here is who probably goes in R2. I am not a big fan of Thomas or Jackson. They appear to be one trick ponies.
David Ojabo (So., Michigan, 6-4, 250)
After redshirting, Ojabo only played 26 snaps for the Wolverines before his sophomore year. He was a revelation last season with 11 sacks and five forced fumbles. He was a lock to be a first-rounder before rupturing his Achilles at his pro day. Projected: Rounds 2-3
Josh Paschal (Sr., Kentucky, 6-2, 268)
Paschal is a strong, powerful edge defender who is an asset against the run, but can slide inside on passing downs to help disrupt the pocket. He’s also a cancer survivor and three-time captain for the Wildcats. Projected: Round 3
DeAngelo Malone (Sr., Western Kentucky, 6-3, 243)
Malone is quick and explosive off the snap. The two-time Conference USA Defensive Player of the Year produced nine sacks and four forced fumbles in 2021. He was named game MVP of the American team at the Senior Bowl. Projected: Round 3
Arnold Ebiketie (Sr., Penn St., 6-2, 250)
Ebiketie excels at converting speed to power when rushing the passer. He’s more technician than elite athlete though. His all-around production in 2021 was impressive — 62 tackles (18 for loss), 9 1/2 sacks, two forced fumbles and two blocked field goals. Projected: Rounds 1-2
Nik Bonitto (Jr., Oklahoma, 6-3, 248)
Bonitto is slightly undersized for an edge defender, but he’s a dynamic pass rusher and relentless in his pursuit of running backs. He’s capable in coverage as well. Projected: Rounds 2-3
BONUS. Boye Mafe (Sr., Minnesota, 6-3, 261)
Mafe’s immense pass-rush repertoire was on display in Mobile, Ala. during Senior Bowl week. He’s tenacious off the line. He’s an inconsistent edge-setter who needs more seasoning as a run defender. Projected: Rounds 1-2
Drake Jackson (Jr., USC, 6-3, 273)
Jackson can play in space or rush the passer off the edge. He has another level that could be unlocked with NFL weight training and coaching. Projected: Rounds 2-3
Cameron Thomas (Jr., San Diego St., 6-4, 267)
Thomas was the most dominant pass rusher in college football this side of Ann Arbor in 2021. He racked up an FBS-leading 77 pressures this season, according to Pro Football Focus. He was sidelined for the Senior Bowl and NFL combine because of a left hamstring injury. Projected: Rounds 2-3