2017 NFL Mock Draft: New Regimes Create New Problems

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Sep 17, 2016; South Bend, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) attempts to throw the ball against the Michigan State Spartans during the first quarter of a game at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /

6. New York Jets

Deshone Kizer . 6. player. 30. Are the New York Jets really prepared to forge ahead in 2017 with Christian Hackenberg as their starting quarterback? Obviously Ryan Fitzpatrick ran his course with the team. Bryce Petty didn’t look like anything more than a backup. Hackenberg looked like a major project when he was drafted and that hasn’t changed. Unless he takes a giant step forward over the next few months, the odds are heavy this team has to throw their hat back in the quarterback ring. <p>Deshone Kizer has remained steady among the top prospects in the class despite not lighting things up at Notre Dame this year. It’s felt the poor coaching, limited weapons and spotty pass protections have masked just how good the junior is and can be. His skill set says different. Kizer has a strong arm, big body, above average speed and can deliver pinpoint passes when he’s not constantly harassed. He’s also highly intelligent. Put him in a good system with decent help and he should flourish.</p>. QB. Notre Dame

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