Packers 7-Round Mock Draft: Fixing cornerback, edge rusher needs early

By Dan Dahlke | Apr 23, 2017

Sep 15, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Houston Cougars linebacker Tyus Bowser (81) reacts after tackling Cincinnati Bearcats running back Mike Boone (not pictured) for a safety in the second half at Nippert Stadium. Houston won 40-16. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /

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Round 2 – Tyus Bowser, OLB, Houston

The hype on Bowser continues to grow in the draft community and some even believe he’ll sneak into the first round. While I like the 6-foot-3, 246-pound outside linebacker, the first day is way too rich for me.

Rather, I view Bowser as a good value pick here at the end of the second round. Bowser has impressive athletic upside, but he still needs a lot more development as a pass rusher.

He’s explosive upfield and moves well in space. He registered 8.5 sacks as a senior and won with speed and explosiveness off the edge. However, he’ll need to develop more pass rush moves to have success in the NFL.

As a Day 2 prospect, he could play behind starters Clay Matthews and Nick Perry in a rotational role as he learns the nuances of the position and polishes his overall game.

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