2017 NFL Mock Draft: Quarterback Plunge Alters Entire Board

Wisconsin. T.J. Watt . 30. player. 55. The Pittsburgh Steelers face a real crisis in their defensive front seven. Once again they proved unequal to the task when playing the Patriots, and their inability to pressure Tom Brady was a big part of that. James Harrison is turning 39-years old while Lawrence Timmons and Jarvis Jones will be free agents too. This team sorely needs another quality young pass rusher to put opposite Bud Dupree for the future. <p>Being the brother of J.J. Watt may get T.J. Watt plenty of attention, but the reason he’s projected as a high pick is because of his own talent. Like his brother, Watt is a long defender with a relentless disposition. He goes hard after the football and blockers have a hard timing keeping him at bay. T.J. is stronger than he looks and is quite versatile in his ability to move around the field. Exactly what the Steelers want.</p>. OLB