If you thought taking a cornerback at No. 3 two years ago was a reach, you'll want to avert your eyes at Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest mock draft.
Kiper, the ESPN analyst, mocked defensive backs to the Detroit Lions with their two first-round picks Wednesday, including Cincinnati cornerback Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner at No. 2.
Gardner has emerged as the top cornerback prospect in this year's draft.
[ Lions' Dan Campbell avoids specifics, but drops a few hints, about NFL draft plans ]
The Detroit King graduate did not allow a touchdown in his three seasons at Cincinnati, according to Pro Football Focus, and has ideal size and length at 6 feet 3 with 33 1/2-inch arms.