2017 NFL Mock Draft: New Regimes Create New Problems

Say this for Ryan Pace. He’s a man with convictions. The Chicago Bears GM has remained adamant that rebuilding this roster would require patience, continuity and stockpiling good drafts on top of each other. He took a step in the right direction in 2016, often employing his “best player available” approach. Don’t expect that strategy to shift even with the obvious need of quarterback hanging over his head going into next year. His job is to get the best talent for his team. <p>It may not come across as a flashy pick with all the blinking lights and bright colors, but sometimes the safest choices are the best ones. Jonathan Allen is just a really, really good football player. As well-rounded a talent as there is in the class. Big and strong enough to stop the run but athletic and quick enough to get regular pressure on the quarterback. Chicago already has an exciting defensive front with Akiem Hicks and Eddie Goldman. Presuming Goldman can stay healthy, adding Allen could make that Bears front seven scary.</p>. DE. Alabama. Jonathan Allen . 3. player. 57