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Players to watch for on Day 2 of the NFL Draft
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Players to watch for on Day 2 of the NFL Draft

Day 1 of the NFL Draft is in the books, with plenty of surprises. There are plenty of talented players remaining going into Day 2, which includes the second and third rounds. The following are some of the most high-profile players who are likely to be taken on Day 2.

 
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Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Colorado

Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Colorado
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A hard-nosed cornerback from Colorado, He had an amazing 265 tackles and nine sacks in his four seasons for the Buffaloes.

 
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Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State

Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State
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Cook was incredibly productive in college, but there are injury concerns. Still, he could be a huge steal after rushing for more than 4,400 yards in three years.

 
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Joshua Dobbs, QB, Tennessee

Joshua Dobbs, QB, Tennessee
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Dobbs threw nearly 1,000 passes in four seasons at Tennessee, finishing last season with nearly 3,000 yards and 27 touchdowns. He's heated up late in the draft process, and should go in Day 2.

 
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Sidney Jones, CB, Washington

Sidney Jones, CB, Washington
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Jones was once considered a surefire first-round pick until he tore his Achilles on his Pro Day. He could still be ready in September.

 
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Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina

Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina
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A highly productive player at East Carolina, Jones impressed during the Senior Bowl. He brings back upside for the second round.

 
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Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee

Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee
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A speedy and versatile back, Kamara averaged 6.2 yards per carry in two seasons for the Vols. He has a chance to step in as an impact player right away.

 
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Kevin King, CB, Washington

Kevin King, CB, Washington
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King has been a three-year starter at Washington and had six interceptions over the last three seasons.

 
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DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre Dame

DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre Dame
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Kizer thinks highly of himself, judging by his public comments, though it's clear that he's not ready to play in the NFL. The Fighting Irish struggled last season under his lead, but he does have terrific physical tools.

 
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Forrest Lamp, OG, Western Kentucky

Forrest Lamp, OG, Western Kentucky
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The best guard on the board, Lamp fell without a great need from any teams in Round 1. He's likely to be drafted very early in the second round.

 
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Malik McDowell, DT, Michigan State

Malik McDowell, DT, Michigan State
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McDowell was considered to be one of the most talented defensive tackles on the board, though he had a better sophomore than junior season. He had 7.5 sacks in three seasons for the Spartans.

 
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Obi Melifonwu, S, UConn

Obi Melifonwu, S, UConn
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Melifonwu blew away the combine, but he's the victim of a very deep draft class at safety. He will be a terrific value in the second round for someone.

 
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Joe Mixon, RB, Oklahoma

Joe Mixon, RB, Oklahoma
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Mixon is clearly a first-round talent, but an off-field incident from his freshman year could send him plummeting in the draft. He will be one of the most talked about players selected when he is taken.

 
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Samaje Perine, RB, Oklahoma

Samaje Perine, RB, Oklahoma
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Perine ran alongside Mixon at Oklahoma. A highly productive power back, Perine had more than 4,100 yards rushing over three seasons.

 
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Nathan Peterman, QB, Pittsburgh

Nathan Peterman, QB, Pittsburgh
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Considered one of the most NFL-ready quarterbacks in the draft, Peterman started the last two seasons at Pitt.

 
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Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama

Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama
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Robinson had a free fall on Day 1 despite being considered the top tackle prospect at the position by many prognosticators. He's surely an early second day pick.

 
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JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, USC

JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, USC
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Smith-Schuster's stock fell this year after catching 89 balls for 1,454 yards in his sophomore season. He's still possibly the best wideout on the board, and has shown great playmaking ability.

 
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Curtis Samuel, WR/RB, Ohio State

Curtis Samuel, WR/RB, Ohio State
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Samuel has the versatility to play running back, wide returner, and return kicks. He was a flashy player at Ohio State, and could make a Tyreek Hill-like impact.

 
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Davis Webb, QB, California

Davis Webb, QB, California
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A highly productive quarterback last season at Cal, Webb has launched up draft boards recently. He's a very likely second round pick.

 
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Jordan Willis, LB, Kansas State

Jordan Willis, LB, Kansas State
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Willis improved every season at K State. He finished his career with 25.5 sacks, including 11.5 sacks his senior season.

 
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Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida

Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida
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Wilson has jumped Florida teammate Teez Tabor during the draft process. He had 33 tackles and three interceptions in his junior season, and is arguably the top cornerback left on the board.

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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