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2017 NFL Mock Draft: First-round projections after Week 14

By Connor Muldowney

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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Nov 26, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) and linebacker Tim Williams (56) celebrate their tackles behind the Auburn Tigers line during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated the Auburn Tigers 30-12. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) and linebacker Tim Williams (56) celebrate their tackles behind the Auburn Tigers line during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated the Auburn Tigers 30-12. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /

11. player. 49. . LB. Alabama. Tim Williams

One of the more raw talents in this draft class which could pay off in a big way has to be Alabama’s Tim Williams. Yes, another Crimson Tide star going in the first round, and you haven’t seen the last of that school just yet.

Williams could project as a defensive end at the next level even though he’s listed as a linebacker and the Packers could use some help on defense. Green Bay has been gashed by just about everyone in 2016 and with a better defense, that would take a lot of pressure of franchise quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

The secondary has been suspect, but a reason for that is the lack of pressure applied to opposing quarterbacks. Williams could instantly fix that as he’s known as one of the best pass rushers in the country.

It might take a while for him to mature into a full-time edge rusher, but Williams can work on his run/pass defense through the first couple of years in the NFL. What the Packers will need him to do is get after the quarterback.

The 6-foot-4, 252-pound linebacker/edge rusher has recorded 25 total tackles, 15 tackles for loss and 8.0 sacks this season. He also has two pass deflections and two forced fumbles.

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