2017 Mock Draft: With the 1st Pick, The Cleveland Browns Select....

1. Cleveland Browns - Myles Garrett


-This pick has been rumored to be a toss up, as internal members of the front office also like Mitch Trubisky. In my eyes, it's all chatter, maybe to generate trade buzz for someone to offer them a monster package to grab a QB. But Garrett is on a similar Von Miller like level, a difference maker who will make a big impact. As they transition to a 43 defense, they need a additional defensive end to fill out the d line, and Garrett will fit the bill.


2. San Francisco 49ers - Solomon Thomas  (Possible trade scenario)


- Though the 49ers have more hole then swiss cheese on their defense, but it all starts in the trenches to generate pressure and take pressure off the secondary. With the draft being deep, they also can address a running back or secondary help in rounds 2 and 3. Thomas has climbed the boards in the last couple months, and it's because a strong combine and pro day. He will be paired with Armstead and Buckner, other 1st round selections in previous years. I will say this is a spot to watch a trade up for, as Carolina could move up for Thomas or Fournette. I won't close the books on a trade up here.


3. Chicago Bears - Jamaal Adams


- The Bears have done a good job last year bringing in a handful of help on both sides of the ball, and will continue to this year. Adams is a physical safety that will help bring the boom to the defensive backfield for the Bears, in a division filled with fast offenses that rely on the passing game. He also brings in good run support as well, can't miss pick here for the Bears.


4. Jacksonville Jaguars: Leonard Fournette


- The Jags are always a tough team to gauge in draft situations, but with the struggle of Blake Bortles, getting a elite running back would go a long way to help him develop. They have drafted a couple in the past, but Yeldon and Robinson arent durable to run inside the tackles. Enter Fournette, one of the best running back prospects in the last 10 years. He has his weight down to 224, and is a physical machine with good speed for his size. The Jags would be crazy to pass him up.

5. Tennessee Titans: Corey Davis


- The Titans have done a good job building a young and strong offensive line, and then grabbed Murray and drafted henry at running back. They lack the receivers that can make a big impact, and Corey Davis is the compete package with both size and speed. He has overtaken Mike Williams, because he possesses more speed. You can't go wrong either way, and O.J. Howard is also in play if they dont go receiver here.

6. Cleveland Browns: Mitch Trubisky     (Jets Receive 12th and 33rd pick) 


- Cleveland decides to bite the bullet, and make a big trade to go get their Qb they also wanted at the #1 pick. Even though he is a 1 year starter, he has shown enough to warrant the pick, with a strong arm and good pocket presence.

7. Los Angeles Chargers: Malik Hooker


- The Chargers are in need to replace the former Eric Weddle who was their centerfielder, and Hooker can cover a lot of field. He will miss 2-4 months of time, but he has great cover range, and good ball skills in college. The safeties aren't a strong suit right now for the Chargers, and Hooker instantly upgrades them, and is paired with Joey Bosa former Buckeye teammate.

8. Carolina Panthers: Christian McCaffrey


- The Panthers have a aging Jonathan Stewart who is now 30, and they need some youth to help Cam Newton in that backfield. McCaffrey has shot up the boards of late, and displays good running ability and one of the best pass catching backs to come into the league this draft. He can play in the backfield, out in the slot and out wide. His flexibility will help the Panthers open up the offense with Benjamin and Olsen getting some help.

9. Cincinati Bengals: Derek Barnett


- Barnett had the most sacks in college football last season, and made more plays then Myles Garrett (not a lie). The Bengals have a aging defensive line, and have lacked getting pressure on the quarterback of recent. Barnett will upgrade and start day 1. The Bengals also are in play for addressing CB.

10. Buffalo Bills: Mike Williams


- The Bills say they are set at receiver ("we have our #2 receiver on the roster), but losing 3 guys and bringing in backups wont address the need. Enter Mike Williams, a tall physical athlete that made a lot of big catches in the championship game and during his whole career. He will battle for the ball, and thats something the Bills lack. He is another Clemson Tiger receiver to pair with Sammy Watkins, though the Bills haven't picked up his 5th year option yet.


11. New Orleans Saints: Taco Charlton


- Though the need at corner is very high, the ability to get a guy like Taco here isn't something the Saints will pass up. With many needs on defense, getting a physical freak of Charlton at 6'5" 277 who can win with strength or display good speed to win against offensive lineman.

12. New York Jets:  Jabrill Peppers


- The Jets traded down because they have a plethora of needs on both sides of the ball, and still get to address a big need with Peppers. Jabrill showed a ton of capabilities in the combine, as he worked on offense as well as defense. Peppers showed he has great ball skills in drills, and has speed to even play a slot corner role besides safety. He is a hybrid player, who will help the Jets big time.

13. Arizona Cardinals: Gareon Conley


- Well they won't see either big receiver fall to them, so they address another top need at cornerback, and Conley has been shooting up the boards after his combine. He has good speed and ball skills, and will pair with Peterson to create the best corner combine in the NFC West.

14. Philadelphia Eagles: Marlon Humphrey


- The Eagles have restructured parts of the defense this offseason, and already upgraded the receiver position. The need a cornerback, as they lack good play and Humphrey is a guy who is a solid option in the middle of the 1st. Both starters last year are gone, and Patrick Robinson was signed for just 1 year. Humphrey ran a good 4.41 speed, and sits at age 20 so he has lots of years and time to develop his game even more.

15. Indianapolis Colts: Takkarist McKinley 


- The Colts added a slew of different linebackers this offseason, so a outside edge presence is something they need to replace as Robert Mathis retired this year. Tak can win in both a speed rusher and with a combination of other moves.

16. Baltimore Ravens: Cam Robinson

- The Ravens lost Ricky Wagner at tackle this offseason, and don't have much on the depth charts to fill the void. Cam is believed by some to play inside at guard, while others still think he can play tackle. The Ravens will work him in at right tackle and let him develop and protect Flacco.

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