NFL Mock Draft: Week 14

By Brad Weiss | Dec 7, 2016

Dec 3, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Austin Appleby (12) is tackled by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) during the second quarter of the SEC Championship college football game at Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 2, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Corey Davis (84) runs the ball for a touchdown in the first half against the Ohio Bobcats at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /

50. . WR. Western Michigan. Corey Davis. 28. player

What a year the Detroit Lions are having, as they have shaken off the loss of star wide receiver Calvin Johnson, and have actually become a better team without him. While Johnson should one day be enshrined in Canton at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, his former quarterback is having the best season of his career, and is doing it with a cast of wideouts who do not come close to being as talented as Johnson was.

Next April, the Lions should look in-state for their draft pick, as wide receiver Corey Davis has been outstanding for Western Michigan this season. The star wideout has helped the team to an undefeated season, and his highlight reel catches have caught the attention of the entire country. He is a first-round talent for sure, and what a thrill it would be for him to stay in Michigan and play for the Lions.

Davis possesses incredible hands and speed, and would team with guys like Marvin Jones and Golden Tate to give Stafford a plethora of weapons on the outside. In his final regular season collegiate game, Davis set the FBS record for receiving yards in a career, and will go down as the most decorated player in the history of the program. Playing for the Lions would make him an instant fan favorite, and would give them their most talented receiver since Johnson.

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