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2017 NFL Mock Draft, March 9 edition
Mar 4, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson throws a pass during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Brian Spurlock/USA TODAY Sports

2017 NFL Mock Draft, March 9 edition

With the NFL Combine in the rearview mirror and free agency underway, the 2017 NFL Draft is clearing up. While some teams will address further needs through trades and free agent signings, many will still look toward the draft. Here's which players we have going where in the first round.

 
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1. Cleveland Browns: Myles Garrett, DE, Texas A&M

Cleveland Browns: Myles Garrett, DE, Texas A&M
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Garrett was the consensus top prospect in the draft heading into the combine, and nothing changed after his dominant combine performance. The barren Browns should be in a spot to take the best talent available, and that looks to be Garrett.

 
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2. San Francisco 49ers: Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State

San Francisco 49ers: Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State
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Lattimore ran a great 40 time at the combine and was already considered the top cornerback prospect by many. Like the Browns, San Francisco needs help in numerous areas. Getting a premium cornerback like Lattimore would be a good start.

 
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3. Chicago Bears: Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina

Chicago Bears: Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina
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It would be a major upset if the Bears didn't add a long-term quarterback this offseason, and Brian Hoyer has already gone elsewhere. Trubisky didn't hurt himself at the combine, though he might not be ready to play in 2017.

 
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4. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jamal Adams, S, LSU

Jacksonville Jaguars: Jamal Adams, S, LSU
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Adams is a strong playmaker in a deep defensive back class. The Jags have drafted defense-heavy in recent seasons, but Adams could still make an immediate impact.

 
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5. Tennessee Titans: John Ross, WR, Washington

Tennessee Titans: John Ross, WR, Washington
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After breaking the combine 40-yard dash record, Ross helped himself. Of course, there are some health concerns, including a shoulder surgery this offseason and past knee issues. If the Titans are OK with those issues, Ross could be their man.

 
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6. New York Jets: Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU

New York Jets: Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU
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Fournette had mixed results at the combine, showing up heavier than expected and recording a poor vertical. However, his sprinting speed shined, and the Jets could certainly use long-term help at running back.

 
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7. Los Angeles Chargers: Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama

Los Angeles Chargers: Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
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The Chargers have shuffled some in the secondary this offseason, releasing Brandon Flowers, and could use a third cornerback to develop behind Jason Verrett and Casey Hayward. Humphrey would be an excellent developmental prospect.

 
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8. Carolina Panthers: Solomon Thomas, DE, Stanford

Carolina Panthers: Solomon Thomas, DE, Stanford
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Thomas performed very well at the combine, strengthening his draft stock. He's been on the rise since the end of last season, and the Panthers had some issues rushing the passer in 2016.

 
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9. Cincinnati Bengals: Sidney Jones, CB, Washington

Cincinnati Bengals: Sidney Jones, CB, Washington
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Adam Jones' future in Cincinnati is still very much up in the air after more off-field issues, and the Bengals were already likely to address cornerback given how old they are at the position. Jones would certainly fill a need.

 
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10. Buffalo Bills: Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson

Buffalo Bills: Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson
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Tyrod Taylor will apparently be back in 2017, but that shouldn't stand in the way of Buffalo finding a long-term solution at quarterback. Watson is a work in progress, particularly with his accuracy on the deep ball, but his his performance during the College Football Playoff should make him a top 10 pick. Offensive coordinator Rick Dennison also won't have to adjust the offense, as Watson is a similarly mobile quarterback to Taylor.

 
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11. New Orleans Saints: Jonathan Allen, DE, Alabama

New Orleans Saints: Jonathan Allen, DE, Alabama
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Allen had a rough combine, and his draft stock is now in quicksand. After struggling in the 40-yard dash, what was once a consideration for the top overall pick could fall out of the top 10. The Saints would certainly be OK with that possibility.

 
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12. Cleveland Browns: Malik Hooker, S, Ohio State

Cleveland Browns: Malik Hooker, S, Ohio State
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Hooker would be the most talented player on the board if he drops to No. 12, and Cleveland could use talent just about everywhere. The former OSU safety has huge upside but missed combine drills due to offseason surgeries.

 
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13. Arizona Cardinals: Tre'Davious White, CB, LSU

Arizona Cardinals: Tre'Davious White, CB, LSU
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Arizona seems desperate for a cornerback to pair with Patrick Peterson, though it remains to be seen if it'll address the issue in free agency or the draft. The athletic White is somewhat undersized, but the tape speaks volumes for his ability.

 
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14. Philadelphia Eagles: Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford

Philadelphia Eagles: Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford
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The versatile McCaffrey cleaned up at the combine, and he's a perfect fit for the West Coast offense that Eagles head coach Doug Pederson runs. He played through injury in his final year at Stanford but remained very productive.

 
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15. Indianapolis Colts: Garett Bolles, OT, Utah

Indianapolis Colts: Garett Bolles, OT, Utah
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Bolles really helped himself at the combine despite skipping the bench press due to injury. He ran a sub-5.0-second 40 time and showed off athletic jumping numbers. That could make him enticing for a team that desperately needs offensive line help like Indy.

 
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16. Baltimore Ravens: Taco Charlton, DE, Michigan

Baltimore Ravens: Taco Charlton, DE, Michigan
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The connection between the Ravens, coached by John Harbaugh, and Charlton is obvious. Charlton spent two years under Jim Harbaugh's tutelage at Michigan, so the Ravens would certainly know what they're getting. The pick would also fill a need with Terrell Suggs aging and Elvis Dumervil cut.

 
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17. Washington Redskins: Mike Williams, WR, Clemson

Washington Redskins: Mike Williams, WR, Clemson
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Williams didn't have a great combine, so it wouldn't be a surprise if he fell out of the first half of the first round. However, he was highly productive at Clemson last season and still has enviable physical tools at 6-4. Washington will be looking at wide receivers for the second year in a row with DeSean Jackson and Pierre Garcon heading elsewhere in free agency.

 
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18. Tennessee Titans: Teez Tabor, CB, Florida

Tennessee Titans: Teez Tabor, CB, Florida
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Tabor ran a slow 40 time at the combine, which might have hurt his draft status. Tennessee is still desperately in need of secondary help, and Tabor's production does speak well.

 
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19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State
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With a mediocre combine, Cook could see his stock drop. Some still consider him the best running back in the draft, and a definite case can be made based on his production at Florida State. The Bucs would likely welcome adding him to their backfield behind fellow Seminole Jameis Winston.

 
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20. Denver Broncos: Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama

Denver Broncos: Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama
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Denver has to address its tackles this offseason after declining Russell Okung's option and never properly addressing right tackle last season. The Broncos are almost certain to add a tackle early in the draft, and Robinson has been considered a top 10 pick at times over the past year.

 
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21. Detroit Lions: Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee

Detroit Lions: Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee
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Kamara missed time last season with a knee injury but showed up healthy to the combine. After an excellent performance, he might have earned himself a first-round consideration. The Lions liked Zach Zenner's contribution last season, but Kamara has significantly more upside.

 
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22. Miami Dolphins: Reuben Foster, ILB, Alabama

Miami Dolphins: Reuben Foster, ILB, Alabama
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Foster was booted from the combine after getting in an argument with a hospital worker. It's a story that's nothing short of bizarre, and it would be a surprise if it didn't send him falling in the draft. Foster was extremely productive in college, so someone will likely benefit.

 
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23. New York Giants: Zach Cunningham, ILB, Vanderbilt

New York Giants: Zach Cunningham, ILB, Vanderbilt
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Cunningham had a strong college career and earned plenty of accolades with his combine performance. The Giants have already added Brandon Marshall and have been rumored in the Adrian Peterson sweepstakes. If that happens, defense would likely be their draft priority, and Cunningham would fill a need.

 
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24. Oakland Raiders: David Njoku, TE, Miami

Oakland Raiders: David Njoku, TE, Miami
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Njoku's arm length makes up for what's considered poor height for a tight end at 6-4, and he performed well at the combine. He could provide Oakland with a much better pass-catching threat than former third-round pick Clive Walford, who didn't progress much in his second year.

 
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25. Houston Texans: Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin

Houston Texans: Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin
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Houston is in the market for a right tackle, and Ramczyk was one of the best in college football last season. However, he didn't participate in the combine drills due to hip surgery.

 
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26. Seattle Seahawks: Jabrill Peppers, DB, Michigan

Seattle Seahawks: Jabrill Peppers, DB, Michigan
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Peppers' position was questioned at the combined, though he insists that he's a safety. He can still help as a return man and effectively play close to the line of scrimmage to stop the run. Seattle's defense would make great use of him as a Swiss Army Knife.

 
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27. Kansas City Chiefs: Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina

Kansas City Chiefs: Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina
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The Chiefs have some areas of need on defense and at running back, but Jones would give them another strong receiving threat. Adding to Travis Kelce, Tyreek Hill and Jeremy Maclin, Jones could turn Alex Smith into the vertical quarterback he's criticized for not being capable of becoming.

 
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28. Dallas Cowboys: Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan

Dallas Cowboys: Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan
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Terrance Williams is a free agent, leaving wide receiver as a possible need for Dallas. As much as the Cowboys could use defensive help, Davis' upside as a 6-3 speed target could be too good to pass up.

 
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29. Green Bay Packers: Adoree' Jackson, CB, USC

Green Bay Packers: Adoree' Jackson, CB, USC
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Jackson had a very strong combine, likely pushing himself to the first round. Green Bay was in desperate need of cornerback help for much of last season, and that continues into the offseason.

 
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30. Pittsburgh Steelers: Charles Harris, DE/OLB, Missouri

Pittsburgh Steelers: Charles Harris, DE/OLB, Missouri
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James Harrison will apparently play in 2017 as he approaches age 40. His production at this late stage is incredible, and the Steelers know it won't last forever. Harris struggled last season at Mizzou with a change in scheme, but he has great ability to get around the edge.

 
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31. Atlanta Falcons: O.J. Howard, TE, Alabama

Atlanta Falcons: O.J. Howard, TE, Alabama
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Atlanta hasn't had a truly viable pass-catching tight end since Tony Gonzalez retired. Howard is clearly one of the best players on the board, showing all-around skills, but it remains to be seen if his pass-catching ability is good enough to put him in the top half of the first round. If not, the Falcons could nab him at the end of the first round.

 
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32. New England Patriots: Takkarist McKinley, DE, UCLA

New England Patriots: Takkarist McKinley, DE, UCLA
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New England will lose some significant talent on defense, including Chris Long, not that personnel turnover has stopped the Pats before. McKinley ran a great 4.40-second 40 time at the combine and could be a perfect replacement.

Seth Trachtman is a fantasy sports expert and diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan. He doesn't often Tweet, but when he does, you can find him on Twitter @sethroto.

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