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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Jets go quarterback

By Brad Weiss

Sep 24, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in game action against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Texas A&M won 45-24. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 24, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in game action against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Texas A&M won 45-24. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 2, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Wisconsin Badgers defensive end Chikwe Obasih (34) and Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Corey Davis (84) in action in the 2017 Cotton Bowl game at AT&T Stadium. The Badgers defeat the Broncos 24-16. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 2, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Wisconsin Badgers defensive end Chikwe Obasih (34) and Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Corey Davis (84) in action in the 2017 Cotton Bowl game at AT&T Stadium. The Badgers defeat the Broncos 24-16. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Corey Davis

WR, Western Michigan

Marcus Mariota and the Tennessee Titans showed great growth during the 2016 season, as he proved that you do not have to play in an NFL offense in college to be a good NFL quarterback. His progress from Year 1 to Year 2 was impressive, as was the play of the entire roster, as the Titans fought for a playoff spot throughout the entire season. They just may make the next step in 2017, but one glaring weakness has to be addressed.

While the tandem of DeMarco Murray and Derrick Henry were impressive at running back, the lack of a true WR1 on the roster has a bit concerning. The Titans need to upgrade the position if they want Mariota to continue his growth, and this draft class has three legitimate first round wideouts. While John Ross and Mike Williams will likely go as the first two off the board, Western Michigan’s Corey Davis could be just as impactful at the next level.

Davis led the Western Michigan Broncos from obscurity this season, as they early finished the regular season undefeated. While the season ended in disappointment, there was no question that Davis established himself as a true first round talent. If Davis is still available at No. 18, the Titans need to scoop him up, as he has the ability to be a true playmaker in the NFL.

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