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2016 NFL Mock Draft Version 3.0: Free-Agency Impact

By David Harrison

Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the podium on stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the podium on stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 27, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State defensive back Eli Apple speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 27, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State defensive back Eli Apple speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /

Eli Apple. 25. player. 55. . . Ohio State

William Gay has re-signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, which is good news, but more must be done to give the team a competitive secondary.

Ohio State’s Eli Apple showed great athleticism and ball skills with his combine performance, and has secured his spot as a first round pick in the draft.

His combine performance, pro day, and game film will all secure his spot among the top cornerbacks in this year’s class, and he is a bona fide starter sitting at 25th overall.

As an immediate starting cornerback opposite of Gay, Apple has the abilities and range to keep up with most receivers playing in the NFL today.  He will eventually develop into the Steelers’ best outside defender, and will ensure the team has the defense to compete in a passing league.

 

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