2017 NFL Draft: Tennessee Titans Final Grade
How did the Tennessee Titans fare in the 2017 NFL Draft?
The 2017 NFL Draft has come and gone and now it is time for review. Of course, it will be easier to look back in a few years and really find out how these players fit and transitioned to their new roles. But as a whole, you can understand team philosophies and processes that deserve to be examined upon first glance. With that being said, here is the Tennessee Titans’ final grade.
Corey Davis
Wide Receiver, Western Michigan
The Titans needed a wide receiver in the worst way. Many thought that Corey Davis would fall due to an offseason ankle surgery that gave him a quiet pre-draft process. However, the Titans stuck to their guns, stood behind the tape of Davis and bet on the high upside of a potential superstar receiver.
Davis is a do-everything player. He has great size, solid speed and can win in the short passing game, long passing game and intermediate game. Davis is so well-rounded due to precise footwork and body fluidity. He uses quick and shifty feet to separate off of the line and uses his body fluidity to sell routes and make acrobatic and off-balance catches.
At 6’3”, 211 pounds, it is impressive that his game has finesse at such a powerful size. He can use his size at times though and can win with the ball in the air. He has great upside and talent. The Titans should be applauded for trusting the tape and finding Marcus Mariota a clear-cut No. 1 threat.
Adoree Jackson
Cornerback, USC
While many think they may have reached on Davis, they actually may have reached on Jackson. Jackson got a lot of attention due to his athleticism. He is a multi-sport player and has taken snaps on offense. However, his combine did not blow the competition away. As a cornerback, he is a bit raw and undersized. He can move in and out of the slot and so can Logan Ryan. It gives the team versatility, but they still lack a big outside presence at cornerback.