The 5 Most Likely NFL Destinations for Tylan Wallace

[caption id="attachment_30885" align="alignnone" width="300"] Many expect OSU wide receiver Tylan Wallace to go in the second or third round of the 2021 NFL Draft. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)[/caption]rnrnOklahoma State wide receiver Tylan Wallace is now in the final stretch of NFL Draft preparation. After completing one of the most prolific all-time Cowboy wide receiver careers (he’s fourth in career receiving yards), Wallace will hear his name called soon to determine where he will begin his professional playing days.rnrnMost analysts project that he will be drafted in the second or third round of the 2021 NFL Draft, and he posted solid numbers in his most recent pre-draft workouts.rn Several pro teams could benefit greatly by adding former Oklahoma State All-America wideout Tylan Wallace in this month’s NFL Draft. rnThe Fort Worth native was a Biletnikoff Award finalist in 2018, given to the nation’s top wide receiver, after posting 86 catches for 1,491 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns as a sophomore. He’s had at least 900 receiving yards in each of the past two seasons, although his junior campaign was cut short by a torn ACL in 2019.rnrnTrades and draft-day deals can always alter a team’s position (and targeted players), but using the current order, here are the five best fits for Tylan Wallace on an NFL team this fall:rnrn[nextslide teaser="Nos.%205%20and%204" /]rnrn rnrn[caption id="attachment_30886" align="alignnone" width="300"] Former Bengals and Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton just signed a one-year deal with the Bears, who could benefit by drafting Tylan Wallace. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)[/caption]rn 5. Chicago Bears rnWhen you picture the Chicago Bears, you’re not exactly conjuring images of a high-octane passing attack. To wit, the Bears ranked third-to-last in yards per reception (9.8) last season and failed to consistently move the ball down the field.rnrnAfter four years with the Bears, quarterback Mitchell Trubisky is now the backup for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. The Bears signed former Dallas and Cincinnati quarterback Andy Dalton to a one-year deal last month.rnrnA great way to help a new signal-caller adjust to the surroundings could be drafting Wallace. The Bears own early picks at No. 20, No. 52, and No. 83 overall.rnrn rn 4. Minnesota Vikings rnDespite rumors that Minnesota would move on from three-year starting quarterback Kirk Cousins , the Vikings have stood by him this offseason and will look to improve upon a 7-9 finish from 2020.rnrnThe 32-year-old quarterback threw a career-high 35 touchdown passes last season. His leading target was rookie wideout Justin Jefferson from LSU, who had 88 receptions for 1,400 yards. In addition, it would be great to hear Wallace’s name called with “you like that?” during the inevitable postgame highlights.rnrnThe Vikings' first three picks are at No. 14, No. 78, and No. 90 in the first three rounds.rnrn[nextslide teaser="Nos.%203%20and%202" /]rnrn rnrn[caption id="attachment_30889" align="alignnone" width="300"] The Browns' leading wideout, Jarvis Landry was 36th-best in the league in terms of receiving yardage. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)[/caption]rn 3. Cleveland Browns rnThere’s always drama and/or notoriety going on with the Browns, who had a much improved 2020 postseason after underperforming in previous years. Wallace’s perimeter speed may not have been needed in the shellacking of the Steelers in the AFC wild card round, but how about in the last-minute drama in Kansas City?rnrnIt would certainly feel strange for OSU fans to have one of their favorite Cowboys playing alongside Baker Mayfield , but that’s life in the professional ranks sometimes.rnrnThe Browns choose at No. 26, No. 59, No. 89, and No. 91 in the first three rounds of this year's NFL Draft.rnrn rn 2. Green Bay Packers rnIt would be an enticing prospect to see Wallace streaking down the sideline at Lambeau Field, hauling in touchdown catches from one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. Green Bay led the league scoring 31.8 points per game and was the fifth-best in yards per game.rnrnIf Aaron Rodgers is to finally get over the hump and win a Super Bowl, couldn’t he get some help from an elusive rookie wideout with impressive college credentials? Additionally, having a wide receiver mentor in one of the game's bests -- Davante Adams -- would be a huge boon for Wallace.rnrnThe Packers draft at No. 29, No. 62, and No. 92 in the first three rounds.rnrn[nextslide teaser="No.%201" /]rn rn[caption id="attachment_30888" align="alignnone" width="300"] The Ravens finished the 2020 season as the NFL's best rushing team, gaining more than 3,000 yards on the ground. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)[/caption]rn 1. Baltimore Ravens rnPairing Wallace with All-Pro Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (the 2019 MVP) would be a potent attack for opposing defenses to stop. The Ravens wouldn't be a bad squad to end up with, as a franchise that has finished first or second in the AFC North -- including three straight playoff appearances.rnrnDespite an 11-5 mark in 2020, however, Baltimore stumbled in the AFC divisional round against Buffalo in a 17-3 loss. Jackson finished only with 14-for-24 completions, no touchdowns, and one interception.rnrnThe Ravens didn't have a wideout in the NFL's top 40 for the 2020 season in terms of season-long receiving yards. Marquise Brown, the team's leader, had 58 receptions for 769 yards. In addition, the team finished last among all NFL teams in terms of passing yards (2,757).rnrnOn the other hand, Baltimore did its damage on the ground -- leading the NFL in team rushing with 3,071 yards and 5.5 yards per attempt. Adding a speedy wide receiver like Wallace on the edge could help balance the offensive attack.rnrnThe Ravens hold selections at No. 27, No. 58, and No. 104 in the draft's first three rounds.

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