CBS writer believes Jamin Davis should be a top-10 pick

One former Kentucky Wildcats star that has seen his draft stock soar since the end of the season is linebacker Jamin Davis.

Davis wasn’t expected to be a starter for Stoops’ defense last season but after a dominating year, one draft writer believes that he should be a top-10 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Pete Prisco of CBS Sports released a new mock draft of what he believes teams should do with each pick. Despite most mock drafts predicting Davis to be a late-first round pick, Prisco believes he should be the 9^th overall pick going to the Denver Broncos.

“In this scenario, I have them sticking with Drew Lock for another year. He did throw seven touchdown passes against two picks in his final four games, which makes me intrigued. I like Davis more than Micah Parsons, which is why he would be my pick. Adding a big-time playmaking linebacker to their defense could really make it special.”

Last season, Davis recorded 102 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 3 interceptions, 1.5 sacks, and 1 forced fumble.

The more realistic outcome is that Davis hears his name called anywhere from 19^th overall through the end of the first round. However, it would be awesome if Denver does call his number with the 9^th overall pick.

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