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

Oct 22, 2016; Lubbock, TX, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Patrick Mahomes (5) rushes against Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Will Johnson (12) at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 22, 2016; Lubbock, TX, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Patrick Mahomes (5) rushes against Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Will Johnson (12) at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports /
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October 22, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive back Fabian Moreau (10) defends but is called for pass interfence against Utah Utes wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) during the second half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
October 22, 2016; Pasadena, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive back Fabian Moreau (10) defends but is called for pass interfence against Utah Utes wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) during the second half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

10. . CB. UCLA. Fabian Moreau. 89. player

There’s a good chance that A.J. Bouye heads elsewhere in free agency this offseason. If that happens, then the Texans are going to need to find another cornerback who can confidently play on the outside.

UCLA’s Fabian Moreau isn’t exactly a household name, but he’s someone who could make himself a lot of money at the combine. He has a strong build at 6-foot-0 and 194 pounds and thrives in press coverage while jamming receivers to get them off of their routes. He wasn’t the most productive corner in terms of ball skills, but he’s someone who could play quite well on the outside in the NFL and could be a great value pick late in the third round.

Charles Walker. 90. player. 36. . DL. Oklahoma

The Seahawks could use some depth on their defensive line, because they lack few playmakers outside of Michael Bennett and Cliff Avril. Ideally, the Seahawks could look for someone who can slide around the defensive line, and Charles Walker could be an ideal fit for Seattle in the third round.

At 6-foot-2 and 304 pounds, Walker is an athletic defensive lineman who can line up at defensive tackle or defensive end. He’s a strong pass rusher who has several moves to get into the backfield.

Walker still isn’t a polished product, and he needs to work on using his hands more and getting off of the snap quickly, but his athleticism and versatility makes him an intriguing prospect.