2017 NFL mock draft: FanSided experts pick for their teams

Tre'Davious White. 29. player. 49. There’s no need for debate or last-minute second guessing with this pick, as Ted Thompson fills his team’s biggest need in securing the services of Tre’Davious White, whose long arms and natural cover skills will improve the pass defense from the word “go”. <p>White not only led the SEC with 14 pass breakups in his senior year, but one can argue that he’s the best among his draft-eligible peers at simply shadowing receiver’s one-on-one with his loose hips and light feet.</p> <p>But what also helps him in that regard is his ability to read the offense and anticipate where the ball is going with the acceleration he exhibits when breaking on the ball.</p> <p>Any Packers’ supporter forced to suffer through Damarious Randall giving up an acre of cushioning to his man will appreciate how a shutdown corner not only makes life a lot harder for a receiver, but how it can also afford the front seven an extra second or two to get to the quarterback.</p> <p>The former LSU product may not possess the best tackling skills in run support, but an extra 10 pounds should take care of that when combined with his sharp instincts.</p> <p>What’s more, White provides added value with his return skills. In fact, he returned he scored on punt returns in each of his last three seasons as a Bayou Bengal.</p> <p>There may be a few corners that are bigger, faster and getting more hype, but No. 18 is a polished defender that can step on the field and start from day one.</p>. CB. LSU