2017 NFL Mock Draft: Where did all the Quarterbacks Go?
By Jon Dove
13. Cincinnati Bengals- Jake Butt, TE, Michigan
Tyler Eifert is an elite talent who has proven his playmaking ability. However, his inability to stay healthy makes him unreliable. Michigan’s Jake Butt would is a similar prospect in that he can be a difference maker in the passing game. He’d represent a replacement for Eifert, but the two could also be on the field at the same time.
14. Pittsburgh Steelers- Carl Lawson, Edge, Auburn
The Steelers are struggling to get production out of early draft picks Jarvis Jones and Bud Dupree (injury). This has hurt the team’s ability to generate a strong pass rush off the edge. Auburn’s Carl Lawson has the speed and awareness to fill that need.
15. Miami Dolphins- Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
Miami thought they’d be able to get some solid production out of Byron Maxwell, but he has failed to live up to his big contract. His struggles have created a major hole at the cornerback position. Alabama’s Marlon Humphrey is a raw but highly talented player. He’d represent a high-upside addition to the roster.
16. Green Bay Packers- JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, USC
There’s something wrong with the Green Bay Packers offense which has sent the team into a tailspin. Some of the issues can be pushed on the receiving corps that have struggled with drops and creating space. JuJu Smith-Schuster would add someone with good size and playmaking to the unit.