2017 NFL Mock Draft: Brad Kaaya, Deshaun Watson headline class

Nov 7, 2015; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama won 30-16. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 7, 2015; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama won 30-16. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 17, 2015; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Brad Kaaya (15) throws against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the first half at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 17, 2015; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Brad Kaaya (15) throws against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the first half at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Cleveland Browns

53. <p>For the time being the Cleveland Browns have placed their trust in Robert Griffin III. Who knows. There is a chance that head coach Hue Jackson may yet breathe some life into the former Rookie of the Year.</p> <p>He’s still only 26 years old and most of his problems aren’t physical but psychological. Confidence is the biggest hurdle to his turnaround. Jackson is a specialist with quarterbacks so this is a job he’s suited for. Of course this is assuming Griffin can survive this season with what is a pretty makeshift and underwhelming offensive roster.</p> <p></p> <p>The odds aren’t in his favor. That’s why it’s likely the team will take their next step in the rebuilding process and draft their quarterback of the future. Of course the big surprise is who they go with. Most would expect Clemson star Deshaun Watson, but in truth his style doesn’t fit what Jackson prefers at the position. History suggests big quarterbacks with strong arms who can run a traditional offense are how the head coach wants it.</p> <p>Brad Kaaya fits that mold much better. He’s 6-foot-4, can throw it with plenty of strength, plays from under center and stands tall in the pocket. He also knows a thing or two about playing for organizations going through hard times as he has at Miami.</p>. QB. Miami (Fl.). Brad Kaaya . 1. player

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