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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Jets, Browns land quarterbacks

By Brad Weiss

Nov 19, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) looks to pass in the first quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) looks to pass in the first quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) reacts during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) reacts during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jonathan Allen

DL, Alabama

The Jacksonville Jaguars have been quite busy this offseason, bringing in two big-time free agents to bolster their defense. Defensive end Calais Campbell and cornerback A.J. Bouye were two of the more sought-after players in this signing period, and as they did last year, the Jags were quick to spend the money. The players they brought in for the 2016 NFL season did not really work out, so hopefully for Jaguars fans, this new crop of free agents can help change the culture of the organization.

While the addition of Campbell is sure to be huge up front for the Jaguars, they should look to add more depth to the defensive line via the draft. Jonathan Allen is a name that was rumored to be the first overall pick when the college football season ended, but he has had a rough go in recent weeks. The problem with his shoulders has come up, and some believe it will force teams to shy away from him this month.

We feel that will not be the case, and the tape certainly shows that he is going to be a fantastic player at the next level. He is as explosive as any player in this draft, and has the size to play in the middle, or on the edge. The Jaguars have a few questions marks on the offense, so it is going to be very important that they have an above-average defense as they head into next season.

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