Todd McShay's Mock Draft 2.0. Fournette still be a Panther, bruhs.

[nctarheel0619]

8. Carolina Panthers, 6-10

Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU

This would be great value getting my third-ranked player at pick No. 8. Fournette is the best running back prospect I've evaluated since Adrian Peterson. His rare combination of size, power, agility and speed would be a good fit for Carolina's run-first scheme. Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart could be a cap casualty this offseason.

Other picks of significance:

4. Jacksonville Jaguars, 3-13

Jamal Adams, S, LSU

Adams would give the Jaguars' improving defense another young playmaker in the secondary alongside CB Jalen Ramsey, last year's first-round pick. Adams shows great range and tackling ability against the run. He's a true tone-setter on defense. Jaguars safety Johnathan Cyprien is set to be a free agent.

2. San Francisco 49ers, 2-14

Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson

We don't have a first-round grade on Watson because of his inconsistent accuracy and decision-making (30 INTs the past two seasons). But his outstanding leadership skills and intangibles will help him during pre-draft meetings with teams, and he does have intriguing physical tools, including a good arm and athleticism. Kyle Shanahan's offense would be a good fit for Watson -- or UNC's Mitch Trubisky, who I thought about putting here. Shanahan has had success with mobile QBs in the past.

11. New Orleans Saints, 7-9

Taco Charlton, DE, Michigan

Charlton really came on strong in the second half of the season, posting 10 sacks in his final 10 games. He showed a lot of improvement with his hands and overall technique in 2016. The Saints need a pass-rusher opposite Cameron Jordan, and Charlton has the size, speed and power to be a difference-maker off the edge.

12. Cleveland Browns, 1-15 (from Eagles)

Mitch Trubisky, QB, North Carolina

After addressing the Browns' void at edge rusher with the No. 1 overall pick, it's time to take another swing at a quarterback. There's a lot to like about Trubisky's tape. He flashes the ability to go through progressions, and he's the most accurate QB in this class. I like Trubisky's mobility but have concerns about what his real size is and some of the critical errors he has made, including two bad interceptions versus Stanford. With just 13 career starts to evaluate, Trubisky's pre-draft interviews and measurables will play a big role in where he lands.

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 9-7

O.J. Howard, TE, Alabama

The Buccaneers have bigger needs than tight end -- defensive line, safety and wide receiver among them -- but Howard, my No. 12 overall player, is the best value on the board. He was the best player on the field all week at the Senior Bowl, showing great athleticism for a guy who measured just over 6-foot-5½ and 249 pounds.

26. Seattle Seahawks, 10-5-1

Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama

Robinson has some athletic limitations and isn't an elite pass-blocker, but he has great size and experience in a zone-blocking scheme. The Seahawks are in desperate need of upgrading both offensive tackle spots. Robinson could be a good fit on the right side.

31. Atlanta Falcons, 11-5

Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida

Wilson was overshadowed by fellow Florida CB Teez Tabor this season, but some scouts I've talked to think Wilson has the higher ceiling of the two. At 6-1, Wilson has a good length/speed combination. The Falcons found a gem from Florida's secondary in the 2016 draft in Keanu Neal and could go back to the well this year.

32. New England Patriots, 14-2

Haason Reddick, LB, Temple

Look for the Patriots to add a tight end early, perhaps Michigan's Jake Butt or Ole Miss' Evan Engram on Day 2. But given how the board fell, they could get better value by targeting Reddick here. He opened eyes at the Senior Bowl, proving he can thrive as an off-the-line LB. Reddick has a little Tedy Bruschi in him.

Patriots don't pick McCaffrey, shocker of the Draft.

http://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2017/insider/story/_/id/18632945/todd-mcshay-2017-nfl-mock-draft-20

 

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[nctarheel0619]

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[*FreeFua*]

That's the highest I've seen Taco go in a mock so far. He's only going to improve his stock after the combine. I definitely like him more than Barnett. If Fournette is gone, Taco could be an option. This kid is only scratching the surface 

[Daddy_Uncle]

[CatMan72]

Fournette is special, we'd be lucky to have the opportunity to draft him at #8. If he's there we should run to the podium. 

[nctarheel0619]

3 minutes ago, *FreeFua* said:

That's the highest I've seen Taco go in a mock so far. He's only going to improve his stock after the combine. I definitely like him more than Barnett. If Fournette is gone, Taco could be an option. This kid is only scratching the surface 

I'm curious how the staff feels about Soloman Thomas.  According to McShay, he gets Drafted right after we take Fournette.  

[GoobyPls]

90% of mocks I've seen have us taking Fournette 

[qazsazsaz]

For me it's either Adams (A) or Fournette (B).  I also like Corey Davis a lot, and think he'll be a top five player from this draft. Just don't think Gman is going to pull the trigger.

[89]

I hope he is there for our pick and we take him. If this organization is serious about extending Cam's career and having him run less, then Fournette needs to be the pick if he's there.

[Verge]

I mean, we are getting one of these three elite prospects, which is way cool with me.

Fournette 
Allen
Hooker 

 

[E CaT PanTHer 2]

ideally, i want Adams and then Gman to trade up to 14 and draft cook. 

make it happen. 

[Snake]

Fournette will not go past the Jets for sure. He is a back that can actually help them ball control.

[nctarheel0619]

4 minutes ago, Snake said:

Fournette will not go past the Jets for sure. He is a back that can actually help them ball control.

So, they're going to release Forte and Bilal Powell?  Got it.  

And talking to Jets fans.  They seem to want their offensive line intact before they Draft an RB.  

[Snake]

10 minutes ago, nctarheel0619 said:

So, they're going to release Forte and Bilal Powell?  Got it.  

And talking to Jets fans.  They seem to want their offensive line intact before they Draft an RB.  

Fournette is about as close to AP as you get, so yes. Also how is that a stretch when we have Stewart,CAP,and Fizzy.