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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Patrick Mahomes on the rise

By Brad Weiss

Oct 24, 2015; Norman, OK, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Patrick Mahomes (5) looks to pass the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2015; Norman, OK, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Patrick Mahomes (5) looks to pass the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 2, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Ryan Ramczyk (65) blocks Western Michigan Broncos defensive end Keion Adams (1) in the third quarter at AT&T Stadium. The Badgers won 24-16. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 2, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Ryan Ramczyk (65) blocks Western Michigan Broncos defensive end Keion Adams (1) in the third quarter at AT&T Stadium. The Badgers won 24-16. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Ryan Ramczyk

OT, Wisconsin

Vance Joseph will be getting his first taste as a head coach in the NFL next season, as former Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak had to retire after the season due to health issues. Kubiak led the Broncos to a Super Bowl win in his first season with the team two years ago, and the organization has to be hoping Joseph can do the same in 2017. The Broncos still have one of the best defenses in the league, but their offense definitely holds them back at times.

Heading into next season, the offensive line has to be the main cause of concern in Denver. While it is unclear whether or not Paxton Lynch or Trevor Siemian will start at quarterback, all of that does not matter if they cannot get protection. Ryan Ramczyk of Wisconsin is the best offensive line prospect in this draft, and he would be a perfect solution for the Broncos woes along the offensive line.

In 2016, the Broncos struggled to run the ball, as the offensive line just was pushed around throughout. If the Broncos can bolster their offensive line heading into 2017, mixed with their elite defense, they could return to the top of the AFC West once again. However, the Oakland Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs are both playoff-caliber teams, and the road may be harder in year one for Joseph than he might be expecting.

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