LSU Football: Predictions for all 16 Tigers that should be selected in 2020 NFL Draft

LSU football could have 16 players selected in the 2020 NFL Draft.

LSU football is poised to break the NFL record for most players selected from one school in the draft.

Alabama currently holds the SEC record with 12 players selected in 2018. Ohio State holds the all-time record with 14 player selected in 2004.

The Tigers are expected to have 16 players selected in the 2020 NFL Draft. There could be as many as six LSU players selected in the first round.

It’s no wonder LSU cruised to a 15-0 record in 2019 — they were absolutely loaded with future NFL talent.

Here’s where I see each LSU player being selected in draft, which begins on Thursday night.

1.1 — Joe Burrow, QB — Cincinnati Bengals

This is a no brainer. The Bengals aren’t trading this pick and they aren’t taking anyone else. Burrow is the player they’re going to build their franchise around.

1.17 — K’Lavon Chaisson, Edge — Dallas Cowboys

This has been a popular mock draft selection in recent weeks. Chaisson is really just scratching the surface with his abilities as a pass rusher, so I think he makes sense for a lot of teams. But he doesn’t have the proven track record of players typically selected early in the first round. Which team will pull the trigger first? I think it’s the Cowboys.

1.20 — Kristian Fulton, CB — Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jaguars have an obvious need at cornerback (no more Jalen Ramsey or AJ Bouye) and Fulton would be a perfect fit. The former LSU standout has good size and great technique. He also has the SEC experience that NFL teams covet.

1.21 — Justin Jefferson, WR — Philadelphia Eagles

Another popular prediction has been Jefferson to the Eagles. Philly needs some help at wide receiver and I think Jefferson would be a massive bargain for them at No. 21. Jefferson could provide an immediate impact in the slot for the Eagles and Carson Wentz.

1.24 — Patrick Queen, LB — New Orleans Saints

The New Orleans Saints need a linebacker. And head coach Sean Payton has a good relationship with Tigers head coach Ed Orgeron. Why not take a chance on Queen, who is an obvious first round talent.

2.39 — Grant Delpit, S — Miami Dolphins

The Dolphins could address their needs at safety with one of their three first round picks, but if they wait until the second round they could possibly land Delpit, who has first round talent. Delpit is versatile, but he probably fits better at free safety — which is what Miami needs.

2.50 — Lloyd Cushenberry, C — Chicago Bears

Cushenberry is going to be a great pick for a team in the second round. He’s a versatile offensive lineman that can play at guard or center. He should provide an immediate impact for whoever drafts him. He’d be a good fit for a lot of teams, so I’m kind of just throwing a dart here. The Bears are one of several teams in need of offensive line help.

2.54 — Clyde Edwards-Helaire, RB — Buffalo Bills

The Bills don’t have any running back depth behind Devin Singletary. And Edwards-Helaire, as a pass catching running back, is a perfect fit in today’s NFL. He’s too talented to fall past the second round.

3.83 — Damien Lewis, G — Denver Broncos

Lewis is a tremendous run blocker and could develop into a longterm NFL starter. He’s a good value in the third round.

3.97 — Rashard Lawrence, DT — Cleveland Browns

Lawrence probably won’t be a star in the NFL, but he should have a long career as a running stuffing defensive tackle who can be a key part of a defensive line rotation.

4.113 — Thaddeus Moss, TE — Carolina Panthers

Panthers offensive coordinator Joe Brady is very familiar with Moss (who went to high school in Charlotte). I’d be surprised if this pick doesn’t happen. The Panthers are also in desperate need of tight end help after Greg Olsen was released earlier this offseason.

4.123 — Saahdiq Charloes, OT — Dallas Cowboys

Charles doesn’t have great height for an offensive tackle, but he’s athletic. I’m not sure if he will develop into a longterm starter, but he should see plenty of playing time at the next level.

5.161 — Jacob Phillips, LB — Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Bucs could use some linebacker help and Phillips has plenty of experience. I think this is another really good value pick.

5.172 — Michael Divinity, LB — New England Patriots

Divinity is a high upside player with some injury risk. He’s a versatile player that can line up inside or outside at linebacker. I’m sure Bill Belichick and the Patriots would love to see how they could use him.

7.215 — Stephen Sullivan, TE — Cincinnati Bengals

Sullivan is better than a seventh round pick, but unfortunately he’s the victim of a prolific offense at LSU where there just weren’t enough targets to go around for everyone. Sullivan is a good pass catcher and it wouldn’t be surprising to see the Bengals reunite him with Burrow.

7.240 — Blake Ferguson, LS — Houston Texans

Ferguson will likely have a long career as a long snapper. And Texans head coach/general manager Bill O’Brien seems like the type (Belichick disciple) that would draft a long snapper in the seventh round.