2016 NFL Mock Draft: Creative Trade Causes Early Chaos

Jan 9, 2016; Frisco, TX, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) calls a play in the second quarter against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in the FCS Championship college football game at Toyota Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 29, 2014; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) breaks free for a touchdown versus the Michigan Wolverines during the second half of the Buckeyes 42-28 win at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports /

10. It wouldn’t be a huge surprise to see the Houston Texans reach for a quarterback given how terrible Brian Hoyer was in the playoffs. However, they’re too smart for that. Instead they find another way to infuse their offense with some life by moving up to grab a much-needed replacement for the aging and injury-hobbled Arian Foster. <p>There is no questiont he most complete back in this class is Ezekiel Elliot. The past two years he has shown a skill set tailor-made for the pros. He’s strong and tough as a runner, able to handle heavy workloads. Pass catching and blocking are also solid parts of his game. The risk with him is minimal and the potential payoff is a player who can carry an offense on his back.</p>. RB. Ohio State. Ezekiel Elliot. 17. player

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