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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Deshaun Watson heads to Broadway

By Brad Weiss

Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) walks on the field during the first quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) walks on the field during the first quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /
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December 31, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Malik Hooker (24) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Clemson Tigers during the first half of the the 2016 CFP semifinal at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
December 31, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Malik Hooker (24) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Clemson Tigers during the first half of the the 2016 CFP semifinal at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Malik Hooker

S, Ohio State

It seems like every year, New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees gets better, while throwing for an ungodly amount of yards. The Saints offense was once again one of the better units in the NFC, but their porous defense made it nearly impossible for them to win games. They need to fix the unit heading into next season, or head coach Sean Payton may see his incredible run in the Bayou come to an end.

Malik Hooker is one of the best defensive backs in this draft, and many believe he is the best safety. While LSU’s Jamal Adams may wish to disagree, Hooker’s talent on the field cannot be understated. He has been a leader during his time with the Ohio State Buckeyes, and has all the tools to be a devastating safety at the next level.

The one thing that makes Hooker stand out is his hands, as he has the ability to go up and get the ball with the best wide receivers in the Big Ten. The Buckeyes defense was one of the more feared units in college football this season, and Hooker was as big a reason as anybody. He is going to be an electric player at the next level, and the Saints need someone in their secondary who is going to stop the likes of Cam Newton and Matt Ryan.

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