Just Blog Baby 2014 NFL Mock Draft: Round One 9.0
By Chase Ruttig
Jan 6, 2014; Pasadena, CA, USA; Florida State Seminoles defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan (8) celebrates after defeating the Auburn Tigers 34-31 the 2014 BCS National Championship game at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
#14 Chicago Bears: Timmy Jernigan, DT FSU
Rory’s Take: Jernigan plays more nose tackle than he does three technique, but he does have the explosiveness to make the transition nicely. With the big contracts to Cutler and Jennings, tagging Melton will be tough and he could still get a lucrative contract in free agency.
Chase’s Take: Jernigan always appears undersized to me, but it never seems to be an issue as the Seminoles defensive tackle stood tough all season. Lack of elite competition in the ACC may be an issue, but he is one of the best defensive tackles in this draft and with Hageman off the board the Bears could very well be calling Jernigan’s name should they grab a defensive tackle in the first round.