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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made significant forward progress in 2015, in part because of contributions from their rookies. But if Tampa Bay is going to keep improving in 2016, they’ll need to put together another impressive draft class. Here is a mock draft of what the Buccaneers may look to do in the 2016 NFL Draft.
Round 1, 9th Overall - Shaq Lawson, Defensive End, Clemson
Credit: Getty ImagesRound 1, 9th Overall - Shaq Lawson, Defensive End, Clemson
The Bucs desperately need an edge rusher, and with Lawson they'll get one of the best available, as well as a defensive end who is also stout against the run.
Round 2, 39th Overall - Darian Thompson, Safety, Boise State
Credit: Getty ImagesRound 2, 39th Overall - Darian Thompson, Safety, Boise State
Tampa Bay's secondary needs a significant overhaul, and Thompson is a good place to start. While he can be over aggressive at times, he has great instincts and makes plays all over the field.
Round 3, 74th Overall - Will Redmond, Cornerback, Mississippi State
Credit: Getty ImagesRound 3, 74th Overall - Will Redmond, Cornerback, Mississippi State
Before getting hurt, Redmond was one of the best cornerbacks in the SEC. Tampa Bay needs a lot of help in the secondary, and Redmond should develop into a steady and dependable option at cornerback.
Round 4 - Roger Lewis, Wide Receiver, Bowling Green
Credit: Getty ImagesRound 4 - Roger Lewis, Wide Receiver, Bowling Green
Lewis is an outstanding athlete, and once he adjusts to a pro-style offense, he'll have a high ceiling. The Bucs need a No. 2 receiver to complement Mike Evans, and Lewis could fit the bill nicely for a Day 3 draft pick.
Round 5 - Fahn Cooper, Offensive Tackle, Ole Miss
Credit: Getty ImagesRound 5 - Fahn Cooper, Offensive Tackle, Ole Miss
Tampa Bay could use depth along the offensive line, making Cooper a good value pick. He was overshadowed in college by Laremy Tunsil, but Cooper definitely has NFL talent and is capable of playing either tackle position, and possibly guard as well.
Round 6 - Yannick Ngakoue, Linebacker, Maryland
Credit: Getty ImagesRound 6 - Yannick Ngakoue, Linebacker, Maryland
Ngakoue is a bit of a tweener, but he's a good athlete who was one of the most productive linebackers in the Big 10 last year. Adding him to Tampa Bay's contingent of linebackers at this stage in the draft is a nice pickup.
Round 6 - Tre Madden, Running Back, USC
Credit: Getty ImagesRound 6 - Tre Madden, Running Back, USC
Injuries held Madden back in college, but he is definitely not lacking in talent. The Bucs could use a good all-around back, and that's exactly what Madden is, making him a potential sixth round steal if he can stay healthy.
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