Round 4 (pick 117)
Offensive line: Mason Cole, center, Brandon Parker, tackle
Defensive line: Kylie Fitts, end, Trent Thompson, tackle,
Backs & receivers: Ian Thomas, tight end, Kurt Benkert, quarterback, Royce Freeman, running back
Linebackers: Shaq Griffin, outside
Defensive backs: Duke Dawson, cornerback, Rashaan Gaulden, corner-safety
Commentary
Due to the fact that I hadn’t selected an offensive lineman, I had to find one with upside and versatility. Mission accomplished.
Otherwise, not a ton of guys I love in the fourth. Griffin would bring some speed to the linebackers, Freeman is about the last of the running backs that I like well. I never end up with a defensive tackle, but I put offensive guard/tackle ahead of defensive due to free agent signings. The defensive line is simply in better shape, depth-wise, than the other side of the ball.
My Pick: Mason Cole, offensive lineman, Cole has played center and left tackle. He brings versatility, experience, and production. His natural fit is inside but he could play outside, too. It’s hard to wait this long for a tight end, if Quinn wants one; the pool is pretty dry by round four.