If it’s NFL draft talk, there has to be mock draft from ESPN’s Mel Kiper. The storied analyst delivered the goods last week. With the 22nd overall selection, he has the Los Angeles Chargers opting for some help up the middle of their defensive front via Clemson University’s Peter Woods.
“Woods looked like a top-10 pick heading into the season,” said Kiper, “but the production dipped, and here he is outside the Top 20. The Chargers won’t complain, though. They would love to bring in a talented 3-technique with strength and versatility. At his best, Woods can wreck an opponent’s game plan. Can coach Jim Harbaugh get Woods’ game back to that level?”