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2017 NFL Mock Draft: First-Round Projections after Week 12

By Tyler Brooke

Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 24, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) during the game against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 24, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) during the game against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

32. . QB. North Carolina. Mitch Trubisky. 23. player

Despite a rough start to the season for the Arizona Cardinals, this is a team with few real needs. However, given the fact that Carson Palmer is already 36 years old, Bruce Arians and Arizona’s front office might want to try and find their next quarterback.

North Carolina quarterback Mitch Trubisky is a much different QB than Palmer. He doesn’t have the consistent arm strength that Palmer has, but there’s still a lot to like about the UNC prospect.

When it comes to short and intermediate routes, Trubisky showcases some consistent ball placement and some good zip on the ball. He rarely makes mental errors, which has helped him limit his turnovers. While not the most athletic guy, Trubisky has the pocket awareness to avoid pressure and extend plays.

Arizona wouldn’t be able to rely on the deep ball as much, but Trubisky could be in a great position to take over as the quarterback for a team ready to compete for a Super Bowl, whether that’s right away or after Palmer retires.

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