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2017 NFL Mock Draft: An early look at the first three rounds

By Dan Dahlke

Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in action during the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in action during the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) runs the ball past Florida Gators defenders during the second half of the game at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Vastola-USA TODAY Sports
Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) runs the ball past Florida Gators defenders during the second half of the game at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Vastola-USA TODAY Sports /

There may not be a better player currently in college football than Jonathan Allen. As a pro prospect, he’s a versatile defensive lineman that can rush as an end or interior three-technique defensive tackle. Much in the mold of Seattle’s Michael Bennett, Allen could have a similar impact in the NFL.. Defensive Lineman. Alabama. Panthers - Jonathan Allen. 7. player. 87

Running Back. Florida State. Saints - Dalvin Cook. 8. player. 15. How unusual would it be to have two running backs go in the first ten picks? With the talent of this year’s running back class it could very well happen. Cook is a special talent and would bring a dynamic backfield weapon to an already potent Saints offense. A move New Orleans may want to make to give Drew Brees all the help he can get in his last few years of his career.

The Browns passed on quarterback with the first overall pick, but here they can take the risk because they already spent their first pick on a difference maker on the defensive side of the ball. Watson is an exciting player as a duel-threat quarterback, and although his game still needs refinement, he’s an intriguing developmental prospect.. Quarterback. Clemson. Browns - Deshaun Watson. 9. player. 53

The Chargers need help on the defensive side of the ball, and Peppers versatility could be exactly what they need. His ability to move between safety, linebacker, and nickel cornerback allows him to fill in at multiple spots and find ways to make an impact.. Safety/Linebacker. Michigan. Chargers - Jabrill Peppers. 10. player. 13

Clemson. Cardinals - Mike Williams. 11. player. 32. The Cardinals recently cut Michael Floyd and Larry Fitzgerald is nearing the end of his career. They could use another boundary receiver with downfield playmaking ability. Williams fits that bill and is a top prospect in a weak wide receiver class.. Wide Receiver

12. player. 56. Even though inside linebacker is not a premiere position, it’s impossible to ignore Foster’s ability as an impact player on defense. He’s perhaps the best true inside linebacker coming out of college in recent memory. He could have a Luke Kuechly-type impact on the Bengals defense.. Linebacker. Alabama. Bengals - Reuben Foster

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