Wednesday, February 15, 2017

2017 NFL Mock Draft for February



2017 NFL Mock Draft February 15, 2017
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1. Cleveland Browns

Myles Garrett, DE/OLB, Texas A&M: The Browns have needs all over the roster and unless they fall in love with a quarterback, this pick needs to be the best talent in the draft, which is Garrett.
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Myles Garrett is the No. 1 prospect in the 2017 NFL Draft. USATSI


2. San Francisco 49ers

Mitch Trubisky, QB, North Carolina: San Francisco has its new coach (and offense) with Kyle Shanahan but he still needs a capable quarterback to run it. Despite only one season of starting experience, Trubisky, who will skip his senior season, has all the traits to be a successful NFL starter.
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Mitch Trubisky is leaving North Carolina a year early for the NFL. USATSI


3. Chicago Bears

DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre DameThe Bears have some intriguing talent on the roster, but the quarterback depth chart is disheartening. Although his tape shows youthful mistakes, Kizer also shows the veteran poise and ideal physical traits to play the position at a high level.
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DeShone Kizer could be staying close to South Bend, Ind., with the QB-needy Bears. USATSI


4. Jacksonville Jaguars

Jonathan Allen, DL, AlabamaJacksonville has invested heavily in the defensive line and it wouldn't be a surprise to see the Jaguars do so again if a talent like Allen is available for them.
Jonathan Allen would be another talented player on the Jacksonville defensive line. USATSI


5. Tennessee Titans (from Los Angeles)

Jamal Adams, SS, LSU: With a top-five pick, the Titans need to first and foremost add a difference-maker and Adams has that type of ability patrolling the secondary.
Jamal Adams could be the latest high NFL selection out of the LSU defensive backfield.USATSI


6. New York Jets

Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State: The Jets have no choice but to address the secondary this offseason with question marks at both cornerback and safety. Lattimore is a very gifted athlete for his size with sticky coverage skills.
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Marshon Lattimore helps the Jets upgrade a declining secondary. USATSI


7. San Diego Chargers

Solomon Thomas, DL, Stanford: The Chargers hit a home run with Joey Bosa last year and could swing for the fences again with Thomas, who would be a great fit both inside and outside in Gus Bradley's scheme.
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Solomon Thomas paired with Joey Bosa makes the Chargers scary up front. USATSI


8. Carolina Panthers

Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU: Veteran Jonathan Stewart averaged only 3.8 yards per rush and reached the 100-yard mark in only one game last season, his ninth in the NFL. Fournette is a freak talent who would instantly add juice to the Panthers' offense.
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The Panthers need to upgrade their backfield and Leonard Fournette would be an ideal fit.USATSI

9. Cincinnati Bengals

Reuben Foster, LB, Alabama: Linebacker Rey Maualuga is a serviceable player, but Foster would be an instant upgrade with his combination of play speed, instincts and violence.
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Reuben Foster could step in and make an impact right away. USATSI


10. Buffalo Bills

Deshaun Watson, QB, ClemsonThe Tyrod Taylor situation in Buffalo will continue to play itself out the next few weeks, but if he's out of the picture then Watson becomes an intriguing option with this pick. Not sure this would be the right move, but it is definitely plausible.
Would Deshaun Watson be an upgrade over Tyrod Taylor? USATSI


11. New Orleans Saints

Teez Tabor, CB, Florida: The Saints ranked dead last in the NFL last season in passing yards allowed and collected only nine interceptions (only three by cornerbacks). Tabor fits New Orleans' scheme and would help from Day 1.
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The Saints need help on defense, and Teez Tabor could provide plenty. USATSI


12. Cleveland Browns (from Philadelphia)

Malik Hooker, FS, Ohio State: The Browns need an overhaul in the secondary and are missing a true ball hawk in the deep half of the field. Hooker would be a natural fit and his recent injuries could wind up being a blessing for Cleveland.
Malik Hooker could fall to Cleveland. USATSI


13. Arizona Cardinals

Mike Williams, WR, Clemson: While wide receiver was a strength of Arizona not too long ago, Larry Fitzgerald is nearing the end and Michael Floyd is now in New England. Williams could develop into the new No. 1 pass catcher for the Cardinals.
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The Cardinals might need a new No. 1 receiver like Clemson's Mike Williams. USATSI


14. *Indianapolis Colts

Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida StateFor his first draft as general manager in Indianapolis, Chris Ballard could go in several directions to improve the Colts. But adding a dynamic runner like Cook would help disguise several concerns on the roster.
Dalvin Cook would improve the Colts' running game and lessen the burden on Andrew Luck. USATSI

15. *Philadelphia Eagles (from Minnesota)

Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama: The Eagles are desperate for help at cornerback and there should be several options for the franchise in the mid-first round. Humphrey has given up several big plays this season, but NFL coaches will be salivating at his size and skill set.
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Marlon Humphrey's dad was drafted by the Broncos in 1989 out of Alabama. USATSI


16. Baltimore Ravens

David Njoku, TE, Miami (Fla.)The Ravens currently have a crowded tight end depth chart, but Maxx WilliamsBenjamin Watson and Crockett Gilmore are coming off major injuries and Dennis Pitta hasn't lived up to his contract. Njoku is an explosive weapon for the short and long term.
David Njoku would provide a spark for the Ravens offense. USATSI

17. Washington Redskins

Malik McDowell, DL, Michigan StateMcDowell has an impressive blend of size, athleticism and power to be effective from multiple positions along the defensive line.
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Malik McDowell can make an impact from anywhere on the defensive line. USATSI


18. Tennessee Titans

Corey Davis, WR, Western MichiganThe Titans have plenty of bodies on the wide receiver depth chart, but no true difference-maker. Davis is one of the most prolific wideouts in college football history and is the complete package as a receiver.
Corey Davis became a star playing at Western Michigan. USATSI


19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

John Ross, WR, WashingtonMike Evans is the top target of Jameis Winston, but he needs help. Ross is dwarfed by Evans in size, but his explosive athleticism and savvy route-running will only improve the Tampa offensive attack.
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John Ross would fit perfectly next to Mike Evans in the Buccaneers offense. USATSI


20. Denver Broncos

Ryan Ramczyk, OT, WisconsinOne of the priorities for John Elway and the Broncos this offseason is to address a leaky offensive line. As long as he is healthy, Ramcyzk is the top offensive tackle prospect in this draft class.
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The Broncos begin their offensive line rebuild with Ryan Ramczyk. USATSI


21. Detroit Lions

Derek Barnett, DE, TennesseeDetroit needs to address the issues at cornerback, but upgrading the pass rush with an edge rusher like Barnett will impact the back seven as well.
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Derek Barnett has dominated SEC competition in his first two years. USATSI


22.Miami Dolphins

O.J. Howard, TE, Alabama: There are glaring needs on defense for the Dolphins, but an athletic tight end like Howard would do wonders for Ryan Tannehill and the Miami offense.
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O.J. Howard has a high ceiling despite his lack of production. USATSI


23. New York Giants

Taco Charlton, DE, MichiganWith Jason Pierre-Paul potentially leaving, defensive end is a likely need this offseason. Charlton, who has some traits reminiscent of Justin Tuck out of Notre Dame, has all the ingredients of a NFL starter.
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Taco Charlton might remind Giants fans of Super Bowl hero Justin Tuck. USATSI


24. Oakland Raiders

Haason Reddick, LB, TempleA defensive back-turned-rusher in college, Reddick will make the move to linebacker in the NFL and has the athleticism to be a star.
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Haason Reddick projects to be a linebacker at the next level and many expect him to flourish. USATSI


25. Houston Texans

Jabrill Peppers, LB/S, Michigan: Lack of a natural position could push him down draft boards, but Peppers is an explosive athlete who could blossom in a hybrid role once he focuses on that one position.
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Jabrill Peppers is great chess piece for any defensive coordinator. USATSI


26. Seattle Seahawks

Forrest Lamp, G, Western KentuckyThe Seahawks are getting by with the bodies they have on the offensive line, but that doesn't mean Seattle shouldn't be looking for upgrades. Lamp can probably survive at tackle in the NFL, but he might be a Pro Bowl guard with his square-blocking skill set and stubborn mentality.
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Forrest Lamp looks like a future fixture at guard in the NFL. USATSI


27. Kansas City Chiefs

Zach Cunningham, LB, VanderbiltWith Derrick Johnson's career in question due to injuries, inside linebacker is a position the Chiefs will look to address this offseason. Cunningham plays with the take-on strength and reaction quickness to fill and cover ground.
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Zach Cunningham wowed NFL scouts in Vandy's opener vs. South Carolina. USATSI

28. Dallas Cowboys

Carl Lawson, DE/OLB, AuburnThe Cowboys have defensive needs at every level, but especially at pass rusher. Lawson does an outstanding job using his upper-body strength and lower-body quickness in unison to beat blockers.
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Carl Lawson is a good place to start for a Cowboys defense in need of upgrades. USATSI


29. Green Bay Packers

Sidney Jones, CB, Washington: The Packers need help on the cornerback depth chart and Jones is well-versed in multiple coverages with the athleticism and ball skills to make plays.
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Sidney Jones fills a major need for Green Bay. USATSI


30. Pittsburgh Steelers

Takkarist McKinley, DE/OLB, UCLAThe Steelers have several question marks at pass rusher heading into next season and could look to address that need through the draft. McKinley is a tick undersized, but his athleticism and active hands allow him to penetrate the backfield.
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Takkarist McKinley is the kind of pass rusher the Steelers need. Getty Images


31. Atlanta Falcons

Charles Harris, DE, MissouriThe Falcons' pass rush was improved in 2016 and helped advance Atlanta to the Super Bowl. But more help is needed and Harris adds a different style of rusher to the arsenal.
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Another pass rusher out of Mizzou, Charles Harris looks like a fit with the Falcons. USATSI


32. New England Patriots

Tim Williams, DE, AlabamaWith his baggage, Williams will likely tumble on draft day, which could mean falling right into the laps of the Super Bowl champions.