OT Francis Mauigoa, Miami
If the Cardinals go offense with their first pick, experts clearly believe the selection will be Francis Mauigoa. There are rumors about moving Mauigoa to guard because of his size, but if the Cardinals take him, they will keep him at right tackle, the position he's played his entire career. At Miami, Mauigoa was a three-year starter. The Cardinals invested in their rushing attack by signing Tyler Allgeier and bringing back James Conner. With the selection of Mauigoa, they will have the best run-blocking tackle in the class.
What some of the experts are saying:
"The Cardinals signed Elijah Wilkinson, but that shouldn't keep them from drafting a long-term solution at right tackle. Mauigoa is a plug-and-play starter and my top tackle in the class." - Jordan Reid/ESPN Staff, ESPN
"The Cardinals solidify the right tackle position for the next decade with Mauigoa, whose combination of sturdy anchor and intense run blocking make him worthy of this selection." - Chad Reuter, NFL.com
"Mauigoa might be more of a guard than tackle, but I'm willing to give him a shot at right tackle, where his power and physicality fit a heavy under-center, play-action offense." - JP Acosta, CBS Sports
Others who have mocked Mauigoa to the Cardinals: Nate Davis, USA Today; Jason Abbey, DAZN; Benjamin Solak, ESPN