2018 NFL Mock Draft: Trade Winds Blow Early

Da'Ron Payne . 24. player. 13. Brandon Mebane was probably the most underrated addition to the San Diego Chargers defense in 2016. His ability to stop the run became a catalyst for their success at rushing the passer, particularly with Joey Bosa. Problem is Mebane is into his 30s and not getting younger. The Chargers have nobody on the roster capable of replicating what he does best, and that’s not something they can allow. <p>Da’Ron Payne is quietly creating a buzz in scouting circles as yet another Alabama nose tackle who just is so hard to deal with. He’s low to the ground, powerful and almost impossible to move off his spot. His contributions were often overshadowed last year, but odds are he’ll get a chance to shine in 2017. He has all the earmarks of a true nose tackle from the stock, strong frame to the sneaky lateral agility.</p>. NT. Alabama