2016 NFL Mock Draft: 1st-Round Predictions and Prospects Ready for Early Impact

April 12, 2016   ·   Joseph Zucker   ·   Jump to comments

When the fate of an NFL general manager can hinge on the success or failure of his draft selections, you can't fault said general manager for being a bit risk-averse.
Drafting well has always been one of the staples of a successful franchise. It's no coincidence the Cleveland Browns are perpetually one of the worst teams in the league or that the San Francisco 49ers were ill-equipped to handle the massive personnel losses they've suffered in the last few seasons.
But when Brock Osweiler is getting a four-year, $72 million deal after making just seven NFL starts in four years, extracting value from the draft becomes even more paramount.
The four players below offer value in security. They may have issues that could prevent them from being the best at their respective positions in a few years, but they should all make an immediate impact for their new teams in 2016.
 
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Prospects Who Will Deliver Immediate Impact Jack Conklin, OT, ...

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