2017 NFL Mock Draft: Week 13 Update
By Jon Dove
25. Atlanta Falcons- Cordrea Tankersley, CB, Clemson
The Atlanta Falcons are having a great season, but were just dealt a major blow with the loss of Desmond Trufant. However, this is a defense that needs help at the cornerback position even with Trufant in the mix.
Cordrea Tankersley is a bigger cornerback who also possesses the necessary speed and fluidity to succeed in the NFL. His size is something Atlanta’s head coach, Dan Quinn, has coveted since his time in Seattle.
26. Detroit Lions- Dawuane Smoot, DE, Illinois
Detroit is in prime position to earn a playoff spot this year, but the roster still has some glaring needs. One area they could address is adding another pass-rushing threat opposite Ziggy Ansah. Illinois Dawuane Smoot is a true defensive end prospect who’d fit perfectly in Detroit’s system.
27. Kansas City Chiefs- Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
Marcus Peters has quickly established himself as a dynamic playmakers. However, the Chiefs need to find someone to work on the other side of the field. It would be nice if they found a shutdown corner who’d force teams to attack Peters more often.
Marlon Humphrey has the upside to be that shutdown corner and provide Peters with more chances to create turnovers.
28. Denver Broncos- Jarrad Davis, LB, Florida
Denver is committed to winning with a strong defense which is why I expect them to continue to collect talent on that side of the ball. Jarrad Davis is a good all-around defender who can support the run and hold up in coverage.
That ability to hold up in coverage is important since the Broncos are still trying to overcome the loss of Danny Trevathan.