2017 NFL Mock Draft: Detroit Lions

2017 NFL Mock Draft: Detroit Lions – Full Seven Rounds

January 7, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) reacts during a stoppage in play against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half in the NFC Wild Card playoff football game at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

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December 2, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Sidney Jones (26) celebrates after the Pac-12 championship against the Colorado Buffaloes at Levi /

First Round (21st overall): Sidney Jones, CB, Washington

With their first round pick, the Detroit Lions should take a cornerback. Getting some help for Darius Slay makes the most sense. Nevin Lawson should not be relied on as your number two cornerback.

Throughout his time at Washington, Sidney Jones made a bunch of plays. In 40 career games, he recorded 145 tackles, 8 interceptions and 21 pass deflections. Jones brings not only great ball skills but good size to the position. He’s 6’0 and 185 lbs., with a fluid backpedal and is a physical player down field.

At times, Sidney Jones grabs too much cloth down field but he should transition nicely to a defense that’s in desperate need of a defensive back.

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