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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Post Week 1 Update

By Jon Dove

Sep 3, 2016; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington State Cougars quarterback Luke Falk (4) drops back for a pass against the Eastern Washington Eagles during the first half at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington State Cougars quarterback Luke Falk (4) drops back for a pass against the Eastern Washington Eagles during the first half at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 10, 2016; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) prior to the game against the Troy Trojans at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2016; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) prior to the game against the Troy Trojans at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports /

3. San Francisco 49ers- Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson

Scouting Report

The San Francisco 49ers roster is in a state of flux thanks to recent coaching changes, early retirements and the lack of development by Colin Kaepernick. Finding a long-term answer at the quarterback position needs to be the franchise’s No. 1 goal.

Clemson’s Deshaun Watson would represent an immediate upgrade over what the 49ers currently have on the roster. Blaine Gabbert has had his moments but he’s better suited as backup or spot starter.

Watson is a unique prospect who features the necessary physical attributes but also comes from Clemson’s spread attack.

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This offense rarely asks Watson to go through progressions and features a lot of designed quarterback runs.

We’ve seen that quarterbacks coming out of this type of system may need more time to develop.

However, there are things working in Watson’s favor including his work ethic and passion for the game. He is a hard worker who has shown improvement each year. This is someone who’ll take to coaching and work to overcome any problems.

Watson is also has excellent leadership ability which would be a welcome sign in the 49ers locker room. He’s absolutely someone you can build a franchise around.

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