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2016 NFL Mock Draft 7.0: Surprise at Number Nine

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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Aug 30, 2014; Ames, IA, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) attempts a pass against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 30, 2014; Ames, IA, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) attempts a pass against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports /

. QB. North Dakota State. Carson Wentz. 20. player. 30

Many people, including the New York Jets, would be very surprised to see Carson Wentz still available when they go on the clock, but that’s exactly what happens here.

With the quarterback situation still in flux, Ryan Fitzpatrick isn’t the long-term solution no matter where he plays in 2016.  While the Jets would love to have him back for the right price, their future is securely attached to the next great young prospect they bring in.

Drafting Wentz attaches their future to his, and it should give him one of the most cerebral mentors a young quarterback could ask for.

 

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