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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Quarterbacks rule all

By Brad Weiss

Sep 17, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) looks to pass in the first quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 17, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) looks to pass in the first quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 26, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans defensive back Adoree Jackson (2) conducts whte Spirit of Troy marching band after a NCAA football game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. USC defeated Notre Dame 45-27. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans defensive back Adoree Jackson (2) conducts whte Spirit of Troy marching band after a NCAA football game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. USC defeated Notre Dame 45-27. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

44. . CB. USC. Adoree' Jackson. 26. player

What is there to not like about Adoree’ Jackson? He can take over a game in many way, including on defense, special teams, and during the beginning of his collegiate career, even offense. This past season, he helped the USC Trojans turn around a bad start to the season with his playmaking ability, and in the process, became the most prolific returner in school history. He is also one of the better cornerbacks in America, and has likely played his last game for the Trojans.

The Atlanta Falcons have one of the more well-rounded teams in the NFC, and appear headed towards the playoffs this season. Quarterback Matt Ryan is having an MVP-type season, and has put up incredible numbers whether Julio Jones is in or out of the lineup. They are pretty explosive on offense, and adding a playmaking defensive back to their defense will ensure they are a playoff team for the foreseeable future.

Jackson is the closest thing to Deion Sanders as we have seen in college football in a long time. While no-one will ever be Neon Deion, Jackson could give Atlanta fans a second dose of the player who captivated the city during his playing days. Some mocks have Jackson going a lot higher than 26, but he would be a perfect fit for the Falcons if he does fall to them this late in round one. Let’s just hope he can do the high-step.

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