2017 NFL Mock Draft: 1st-Round Projections after Week 5

Sep 24, 2016; Auburn, AL, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) carries against the Auburn Tigers during the first quarter at Jordan Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 24, 2016; Auburn, AL, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) carries against the Auburn Tigers during the first quarter at Jordan Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 14, 2015; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers safety Jamal Adams (33) intercepts a pass intended for Arkansas Razorbacks tight end Jeremy Sprinkle (83) during the second quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 14, 2015; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers safety Jamal Adams (33) intercepts a pass intended for Arkansas Razorbacks tight end Jeremy Sprinkle (83) during the second quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /

10. . S. LSU. Jamal Adams. 20. player

There is so much talent on the Houston Texans defense, but there’s a pretty noticeable weakness at free safety with Andre Hal manning the position. As you’ve seen so far, this draft class is filled with first-round-caliber safeties, and there’s yet another one that the Texans could take a look at.

LSU’s Jamal Adams is a such an intriguing prospect because he can match up with anyone, whether that’s a slot receiver or a tight end. He’s aggressive and can make plays at the line of scrimmage as well.

Adams still needs to prove that he can consistently cover the deep ball, but the LSU prospect has the tools to be a complete package at the safety position in the NFL. If he can live up to expectations, teams will struggle to score points against Houston in 2017.