2017 NFL Mock Draft: Trade Rush Brings Top 10 Confusion

player. 56. The pass rushers have been plucked up quickly, so the Cincinnati Bengals must turn their attention elsewhere. It’s not question their success the past four years was due in large part to the play of their defense. A unit that has fallen off a bit due to age and free agency losses. So the time has come to start refueling the pipeline. Linebacker is certainly a position that needs help outside of Vontaze Burfict. Where better to get a boost than in the middle? <p>Rueben Foster gets lost in the shuffle sometimes playing on what might be a historic defense down in Alabama. Nevertheless his presence is vitally important to their success. He’s their conductor, the one who orchestrates the action on the field, does the dirty work in tackling and is always in good position to help make the plays. Athletically he is a three-down player who functions well in space. There aren’t many drawbacks to picking him up.</p>. ILB. Alabama. Reuben Foster . 7