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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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Nov 12, 2016; Iowa City, IA, USA; Michigan Wolverines linebacker Jabrill Peppers (5) carries the ball as Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Desmond King (14) defends during the first half at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2016; Iowa City, IA, USA; Michigan Wolverines linebacker Jabrill Peppers (5) carries the ball as Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Desmond King (14) defends during the first half at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jabrill Peppers

S, Michigan

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers also took a huge step forward in 2016, as like the Tennessee Titans, they rode their second-year quarterback to a potential playoff spot. Both the Titans and Bucs fell a bit short of their ultimate goal, but one thing is clear, they have set the groundwork to be a perennial playoff contender for years to come. The Bucs have some serious question marks on offense, as running back Doug Martin may not return next season, but it is the defense that needs an immediate upgrade at a certain position.

That position is safety, where the tandem of Chris Conte and Bradley McDougald just are not consistent enough. The Bucs play in a very pass-happy division, so bringing in some reinforcements back there is imperative. Jabrill Peppers of Michigan is one of the more versatile players in this draft, and he would be a nice fit for the Bucs in 2017.

Peppers can do it all, as he has shown the ability to make an impact on both sides of the ball. He played all over the field for the Wolverines, but will make the permanent switch to safety at the next level. The Bucs need a player who is going to be a playmaker in their secondary, and Peppers has the ability to turn a game on its head on every play.

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