Final mock for what seems to be an increasingly difficult draft to predict. Straight to the goods.
1) Bombers – Faith Ekakitie, DL, Iowa
Strong senior season film and immediate availability mean Ekakitie goes No. 1 overall.
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2) Riders – Cameron Judge, LB, UCLA
Chris Jones and co. considered taking Alex Singleton first overall in 2016, that decision sticks with Saskatchewan’s front office. Judge – the Singleton of this year’s draft – gives them a second chance to make right.
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3) Lions – Mason Woods, OL, Idaho
Towering offensive lineman fits on the Left coast for a couple reasons: local (Port Coquitlam) product and potential to play tackle.
The Manning, Al. native is versatile, he took reps across all offensive line positions at the CFL combine, and stout.
6) Bombers – Geoff Gray, OL, Manitoba
Canadian depth and multiple first-round picks allow Winnipeg to select Gray for the future.
7) Lions – Junior Luke, DL, Montreal
BC let Jabar Westerman leave in free agency, which creates an opportunity for Luke to make an impact.
8) Stampeders – Randy Colling, Gannon
Calgary has done extensive background work on the Arena league all-star. Colling could help the Stamps at defensive tackle this season, and possibly be flipped over to the other side of the line down the road.
9) Redblacks – Evan Johnson, OL, Saskatchewan
An athletic offensive lineman who might have a chance to play tackle in the CFL, Johnson impressed at the CFL combine and steadily climbed draft boards.