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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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Nov 19, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Zander Diamont (12) is sacked by Michigan Wolverines linebacker Jabrill Peppers (5) in the second half at Michigan Stadium. Michigan won 20-10. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Zander Diamont (12) is sacked by Michigan Wolverines linebacker Jabrill Peppers (5) in the second half at Michigan Stadium. Michigan won 20-10. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jabrill Peppers

S, Michigan

Just like the Tennessee Titans, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hit a home run when they selected their franchise quarterback in 2015. Jameis Winston of Florida State came into the NFL with plenty of baggage, but it appears that he has been a model citizen since the Bucs took him with the first overall pick. He has led the franchise back to being relevant, and with a couple more solid additions to the roster, they could be a playoff team very soon.

One area of concern for the team is in their secondary, where their safety unit needs a serious upgrade. The tandem of Chris Conte and Bradley McDougald are decent players, but the team needs to bring in somebody who can lead the unit in 2017. Jabrill Peppers of Michigan played all over the field during his time in college, but he has made the permanent move to safety, and would be perfect for the Bucs.

Peppers was the most versatile player in college football this past season, and the Bucs could definitely use him all over the field. Not only is he an elite defensive prospect, but he is an excellent return man, and has shown that he can run the ball as well. Tampa Bay is not far from being a playoff team, and bringing in a versatile player like Peppers would be just what they need to make the next step forward.

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