2017 NFL Mock Draft: Breaking Down Best Possible Fits for Every 1st-Round Team

Draft day is finally here, and we could be treated to one of the most entertaining NFL drafts in recent memory.  

While all drafts are unpredictable events, it's rare to have so much uncertainty at the top of the board this close to the start of the draft. The Cleveland Browns are only hours from being officially on the clock, and yet there is still debate over which prospect they will select at No. 1. 

Here's a look at the final mock draft of the year, followed by a breakdown of three selections that could prove to have the most impact on the major storylines from Day 1 of the 2017 NFL draft.

1	Cleveland Browns	Myles Garrett	DE	Texas A&M
2	San Francisco 49ers	Leonard Fournette	RB	LSU
3	Chicago Bears	Jamal Adams	S	LSU
4	Jacksonville Jaguars	Jonathan Allen	DL	Alabama
5	Tennessee Titans (via LAR)	Marshon Lattimore	CB	Ohio State
6	Cleveland Browns (proj. trade w/ NYJ)	Mitchell Trubisky	QB	North Carolina
7	Los Angeles Chargers	Solomon Thomas	DL	Stanford
8	Carolina Panthers	Christian McCaffrey	RB	Stanford
9	Cincinnati Bengals	Derek Barnett	DE	Tennessee
10	Buffalo Bills	Mike Williams	WR	Clemson
11	New Orleans Saints	Haason Reddick	LB	Temple
12	New York Jets (proj. trade w/ CLE)	O.J. Howard	TE	Alabama
13	Arizona Cardinals	John Ross	WR	Washington
14	Philadelphia Eagles (via MIN)	Kevin King	CB	Washington
15	Indianapolis Colts	Charles Harris	DE	Missouri
16	Baltimore Ravens	Corey Davis	WR	W. Michigan
17	Washington Redskins	Reuben Foster	LB	Alabama
18	Tennessee Titans	David Njoku	TE	Miami FL
19	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Dalvin Cook	RB	Florida State
20	Denver Broncos	Ryan Ramczyk	OT	Wisconsin
21	Detroit Lions	Malik Hooker	FS	Ohio State
22	Miami Dolphins	Forrest Lamp	OG	W. Kentucky
23	New York Giants	Garett Bolles	OT	Utah
24	Oakland Raiders	Zach Cunningham	LB	Vanderbilt
25	Houston Texans	Patrick Mahomes	QB	Texas Tech
26	Seattle Seahawks	Cam Robinson	OT	Alabama
27	Kansas City Chiefs	Deshaun Watson	CB	Clemson
28	Dallas Cowboys	Taco Charlton	DE	Michigan
29	Green Bay Packers	Tre'Davious White	CB	LSU
30	Pittsburgh Steelers	Jabrill Peppers	S	Michigan
31	Atlanta Falcons	Jordan Willis	DE	Kansas State
32	New Orleans Saints	Marlon Humphrey	CB	Alabama

1. Cleveland Browns: Myles Garrett

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The Cleveland Browns front office has been impressively secretive this year, refusing to shed any light on who they will take No. 1 overall. But that hasn't stopped others outside the organization from speculating on their choice. 

On Wednesday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on SportsCenter that some people in the league are actually expecting North Carolina quarterback Mitchell Trubisky to be the selection at No. 1. 

Despite the swirling rumors of uncertainty, the Browns likely already know who the No. 1 pick will be on Thursday night—and have probably known for some time. 

Perhaps they'll shock us with Trubisky, but the safe bet is Myles Garrett, who remains the top prospect on nearly every evaluator's draft board—including Bleacher Report's Matt Miller. 

6. Cleveland Browns: Mitchell Trubisky

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The Browns are likely to dominate the storylines on Thursday night thanks to their two first-round picks. And they could generate even more excitement by trading up for a quarterback. 

Michael Silver of NFL.com reported on Wednesday that those negotiations have already begun:

Assuming the New York Jets are not also interested in Trubisky, they will likely be willing to move down to acquire more picks to help facilitate their rebuilding process. The Browns own five picks within the Top 100, so they have the ability to offer a nice package to New York. 

By adding the draft's top pass-rusher and quarterback, the Browns would likely be considered one of the early winners of this draft if they are able to pull off these moves. 

25. Houston Texans: Patrick Mahomes II

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Once Trubisky is selected, there could be a long wait until the next quarterback comes off the board. 

A few teams, such as the Arizona Cardinals could pull the trigger in the middle of the round, but the next team with a glaring immediate need for a quarterback is the Houston Texans. 

Bill O'Brien has been searching for his quarterback of the future since arriving in Houston, and after the failed experiment with Brock Osweiler last year, the team will likely turn to the draft for their next quarterback. 

Patrick Mahomes II played in an unconventional offense at Texas Tech, so there will be an adjustment period for him, but O'Brien has an excellent reputation for preparing quarterbacks. 

And while it shouldn't affect the Texans' decision, their fanbase will be thrilled to know Mahomes has expressed a desire to stay in his home state, according to SeriusXM NFL Radio:

If the Texans land Mahomes, this pick would be one of the most fascinating storylines of the draft and would spill over into the summer. While the Texans certainly need a quarterback, their defense makes them ready to contend immediately. Would O'Brien hand the reigns over to the rookie in Week 1, or groom him behind Tom Savage for a season?