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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Quarterbacks rule top 10

By Brad Weiss

Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws in the pocket against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws in the pocket against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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December 2, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Washington Huskies wide receiver John Ross (1) runs against Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Chidobe Awuzie (4) during the third quarter in the Pac-12 championship at Levi
December 2, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Washington Huskies wide receiver John Ross (1) runs against Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Chidobe Awuzie (4) during the third quarter in the Pac-12 championship at Levi /
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John Ross

WR, Washington

While it is looking like the Los Angeles Rams swung and missed with quarterback Jared Goff at No. 1 overall, the Philadelphia Eagles certainly look like they hit a home run with their No. 2 overall selection. North Dakota State’s Carson Wentz had a very solid rookie season, starting all 16 games for the Eagles, while gaining incredible experience under center. The Eagles appear to be set at the quarterback position for the foreseeable future, and now the next step is to put some solid weapons around him.

While guys like Jordan Matthews and Nelson Agholor were used as top targets for Wentz last season, the organization needs to bring in a legitimate WR1 for the 2017 campaign. Adding a quality wide receiver will allow Matthews to slide over to the WR2 slot, where we believe he will be much more production next season. John Ross of Washington showed this past season that he is an elite prospect at the wide receiver position, and he would be a perfect fit in Philadelphia.

Not only can Ross burn a cornerback deep, but he also has the ability to go over the middle and make the big catch. He was the best wideout in the Pac-12 this past season, and his play enabled the Huskies to play well enough to be included in the College Football Playoffs. The Eagles brought in Mike Groh to coach the wide receivers for the upcoming season, now they just need to put some talent pieces in front of him to coach.

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