2017 NFL Mock Draft: 7 Rounds of Trade-Fueled Action

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Sep 24, 2016; Tucson, AZ, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Budda Baker (32) celebrates after a Arizona Wildcats fumble during the fourth quarter at Arizona Stadium. Washington won 35-28 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports /

41. Cincinnati Bengals

The foundation of success for the Bengals over the past few years was strong defense. Something that failed them to an extent last season. A big part of why was the loss of Reggie Nelson, one of their key playmakers at safety. Filling that void remains a huge priority. Budda Baker may get knocked for his size but the kid plays with fire in his belly. He’s tough, aggressive, athletic and plays with tremendous instinct. Rarely out of position and consistently makes tackles.. S. Washington. Budda Baker . 41. player. 56

42. New Orleans Saints

LSU. Tre'Davious White . 42. player. 15. Cornerback play in general was a borderline nightmare for the Saints most of 2016. In fact it’s really been that way for the past three seasons. A product of constantly changing schemes and limited talent. Rest assured the team will take advantage of this deep class. Tre’Davious White may not be as flash as other top guys in the class but he’s got plenty of game. Size, athleticism and toughness make up his strengths. He doesn’t make a lot of mistakes and knows his job well.. CB

43. Kansas City Chiefs (via PHI)

124. Andy Reid is no fool. He’s been around the NFL for years and knows the key to offensive success lay in the offensive line. That’s why the Chiefs have made sure to regularly invest in those positions. Dorian Johnson is the latest example. The big and powerful guard was a key facet in the prolific offense Pitt had in 2016. He can pave the way on the ground and does a good job with technique and athleticism in pass protection.. OG. Pitt. Dorian Johnson . 43. player

44. Chicago Bears

Marcus Williams . 44. player. 57. One of the key facets missing from the Bears defense of late (and really for years) is not safety on the back end who can create turnovers. A true ball hawk that makes quarterbacks think twice about testing them deep. It’s something they are keen on fixing and this is the draft to do so. Marcus Williams was a highly effective “robber” for Utah throughout his college career. Athlete, instinctive and boasting good size he’s a surefire bet to start immediately.. S. Utah

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