2017 NFL Mock Draft: Running backs steal spotlight

By Brad Weiss | Jan 18, 2017

Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-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 td in the first half against the Ohio Bobcats at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /

Corey Davis

WR, Western Michigan

The Tennessee Titans are in good shape, and all eyes are going to be on the recovery of Marcus Mariota heading into next season. The team’s star quarterback broke his ankle during the team’s Week 16 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, which would also see their playoff hopes come to an end. Still, they have to be happy with where the franchise is headed, and having two picks in the first round of next April’s draft is only going to make them stronger.

We expect them to draft a cornerback with their pick they received from the Rams, especially considering it is such a high draft choice. Later in the first round, we like them to add to Mariota’s weapons on the outside, selecting a wide receiver who can really come in and be that top receiver that he was missing last season. His receiving corps did a nice job in the passing game, but he needs a legitimate top guy if he is going to take the next step in his progression in 2017.

That receiver could be Corey Davis, who proved during his time at Western Michigan that he is built for the pro game. He helped lead the program to a near perfect record in 2016, and showed that he can beat a defender deep, or catch the short one and take it to the house. He is going to be a terrific player at the NFL level, and while he may be gone by the time the Titans select their second first round pick, he would be a great addition to their offense.

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