College Football Playoff 2019: Potential NFL First-Round Picks in CFP

With only two weeks remaining in the 2019 NFL regular season and college football's Bowl Season officially underway, it's only fitting that we start looking ahead toward the 2020 Draft in Las Vegas.

Speaking just in terms of the CFP, there is no shortage of players that project to be first-round picks in April. With that in mind, let's highlight a few talents from LSU, Ohio State, Clemson and Oklahoma that we could see embrace Roger Goodell within the first 32 picks.

10. J.K. Dobbins, Ohio State RB

JK Dobbins against Wisconsin in the Big Ten Championship. / Andy Lyons/Getty Images

Fans may fall in love with the flash of Chase Young and Justin Fields, but it's Dobbins who is Ohio State's most important piece. The junior tailback is tremendous in between the tackles and boasts underrated agility once he bounces outside. Dobbins logged 1,829 yards and 20 touchdowns in a stingy defensive conference in the Big Ten. We'd be shocked if a team doesn't call his name in the first round.

9. Kristian Fulton, LSU CB

LSU defensive back Kristian Fulton in action versus Mississippi State. / Wesley Hitt/Getty Images

In a deep CB class, Fulton might have to wait until the end of the first round to be selected, but his name should absolutely be called. Fulton defended a whopping 21 passes in his senior season for the Tigers, but that won't stand as his most impressive feat. In the 87-point extravaganza against Alabama, Fulton only conceded one reception for 22 yards.

8. Justin Jefferson, LSU WR

Justin Jefferson celebrating after a touchdown reception against Georgia in the SEC title game. / Todd Kirkland/Getty Images

In a rich WR class, Jefferson might be the best at making a catch in traffic, a perk that will absolutely translate to the NFL given the apparent separation gap from college corners. Scouts will also love his ability to adjust his routes to get open for a quarterback under duress. Expect Jefferson to be selected in the middle of the first round.

7. Tee Higgins, Clemson WR

Tee Higgins hauling in a touchdown against Virginia in the ACC Championship. / Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

Higgins doesn't flaunt breakaway speed, but his long strides more than make up for that. At 6-4, Higgins rarely fails to reel in a 50/50 ball with defenders draped all over him. Though he didn't have one game with double-digit receptions, but his 20.8 yards per reception will have front office executives drooling on draft night.

6. Grant Delpit, LSU Safety

LSU star safety Grant Delpit. / Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images

There are truly only a handful of teams in the NFL that can say they aren't in need of safety help. Lucky for them, Delpit is one of the best in the nation and will make an instant impact on the back-end of any defense he is apart of. Delpit's range and instincts are what set him apart from the rest of the safety's in this year's class.

5. Isaiah Simmons, Clemson OLB

Clemson linebacker Isaiah Simmons will be a first-round pick in 2019. / Tom Pennington/Getty Images

Simply put, Simmons is elite at rushing a quarterback off the edge and is equally imposing dropping back in coverage. He does it all for Clemson and is a PERFECT fit for today's evolving NFL. Before Roger Goodell calls his name, however, Simmons will put the world on notice in Playoff.

4. CeeDee Lamb, Oklahoma WR

CeeDee Lamb catching a touchdown pass from Jalen Hurts against TCU. / Brian Bahr/Getty Images

We're honestly not sure if we tune in to watch Oklahoma for Jalen Hurts' unpredictability once he steps back in the pocket or for Lamb's uncanny ability to take any pass to the house. The Sooners superstar is destined for WR1 status as soon as he steps foot on an NFL field.

3. Jeff Okudah, Ohio State CB

Jeff Okudah locked in against Wisconsin in the Big Ten Championship. / Joe Robbins/Getty Images

Death, taxes, and Ohio State breeding first-round cornerbacks. Okudah's 6-1, 200-pound frame will translate swimmingly to the next level. If you've watched the Buckeyes at all in the last three seasons, you know that Okudah has all the tools to become a lockdown CB in the NFL.

2. Joe Burrow, LSU QB

Joe Burrow dropping back to pass against Georgia in the SEC Championship. / Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

These last two names are no-brainers and should be the No. 1 and No. 2 overall picks come April. Burrow's ascension to a cant-miss NFL prospect was unprecedented, but an extreme delight to watch unfold. If all goes as predicted, he'll be quarterbacking the Bengals in his native Ohio.

1. Chase Young, Ohio State DE

Chase Young following Ohio State's win over Wisconsin. / Joe Robbins/Getty Images

If we're talking draft prospects, Young is, far and away, the best of the bunch. After all, most scouts view him as the most complete edge-rushing talent since Von Miller. The Heisman Trophy finalist will be a top-two pick in a few months' time. We can't wait to see what kind of havoc Young wreaks at the pro level.