2017 NFL Mock Draft: Projecting First Three Rounds before Scouting Combine

With Steve Smith officially retiring, the Ravens are going to need an infusion of young talent at wide receiver. A lot of the bigger names at the position have already been taken, but East Carolina’s Zay Jones is someone who is quickly climbing up draft boards after a really impressive showing at the Senior Bowl.

Jones isn’t super fast or elusive, but he’s an ideal possession receiver with reliable hands and a nice 6-foot-2, 202-pound frame. He has great footwork when running routes and does a great job of attacking jump balls, but scouts will be even more impressed with his willingness to block in the running game.

Baltimore desperately needs another receiver for Joe Flacco, and Jones could wind up being a great value pick in the second round.

After releasing D’Qwell Jackson, the Colts now have Antonio Morrison and Edwin Jackson projected to start at inside linebacker. Needless to say, the Colts could probably use some help at the position.

Haason Reddick actually played defensive end at Temple, but he’s trying to make the move to linebacker as he prepares for the NFL. He definitely looked like a legitimate linebacker at the Senior Bowl. He showcased some great instincts, a high motor and was more than comfortable dropping back in pass coverage.

It’s a slightly risky pick, but Reddick could wind up being a reliable linebacker and a legitimate upgrade for a depleted Colts defense.