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Draft needs for all 32 NFL teams
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Draft needs for all 32 NFL teams

The NFL Draft is only two weeks away, and teams' draft boards are getting finalized. Every team has a list of major needs, and several of them will be addressed at AT&T Stadium during the draft. 

Here's a look at the needs for all 32 NFL teams.

 
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Arizona Cardinals: QB, WR, OT, DB

Arizona Cardinals: QB, WR, OT, DB
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The Cardinals addressed the retirement of Carson Palmer by signing Sam Bradford, but they could use a more long-term (and less injury-prone) solution. Wideout is also an issue after the loss of John Brown and Larry Fitzgerald's flirtation with retirement. Adding depth for the injury-prone Andre Smith at right tackle would be a smart move as well. The team has been in search of a corner next to Patrick Peterson for a while too, and the loss of Tyrann Mathieu only makes that hole bigger.

 
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Atlanta Falcons: WR, DT, DE

Atlanta Falcons: WR, DT, DE
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After losing speedster Taylor Gabriel in free agency, the Falcons are in the market for a third wideout behind Julio Jones and Mohamed Sanu. They also need to address defensive tackle after losing Dontari Poe. Finding help at defensive end will also be on the to-do list.

 
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Baltimore Ravens: WR, RB, OL, OLB

Baltimore Ravens: WR, RB, OL, OLB
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Joe Flacco has taken a beating for his poor play recently. While he's not an innocent bystander, the Ravens haven't exactly surrounded him with great talent. Replacing Mike Wallace and Jeremy Maclin with Michael Crabtree and John Brown doesn't do enough to address wideout. Running back can also be addressed, although Alex Collins did do a nice job last year and the team hopes to have Kenneth Dixon back. The offensive line also needs help after losing center Ryan Jensen. Finding another pass rusher is another need with Terrell Suggs getting close to retirement.

 
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Buffalo Bills: QB, OL, CB, WR

Buffalo Bills: QB, OL, CB, WR
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Trading Tyrod Taylor and going into the season with A.J. McCarron as the starting quarterback doesn't exactly instill confidence in the fan base. The interior of the offensive line is just as big of a priority after the retirements of Eric Wood and Richie Incognito, along with the trade of Cordy Glenn. Tre'Davious White is a keeper at cornerback, but the team desperately needs more depth. Wide receiver is another area that needs depth behind Kelvin Benjamin and 2017 draftee Zay Jones.

 
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Carolina Panthers: WR, DE, DB

Carolina Panthers: WR, DE, DB
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Carolina curiously traded Kelvin Benjamin last season, while 2017 second-round pick Curtis Samuel is coming off injury. Having Torrey Smith as the No. 2 wideout shouldn't be considered acceptable. Cornerback has been a need since trading Josh Norman, and that remains the case. Julius Peppers is a stopgap at defensive end, so it would be a good idea to groom a younger player.

 
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Chicago Bears: OL, DB, LB

Chicago Bears: OL, DB, LB
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After the departure of Josh Sitton, the Bears have a need at guard. Kyle Long's injury issues create another concern along the line. The team is relatively comfortable with Prince Amukamara and Kyle Fuller at cornerback but could use more depth in the secondary. Linebacker is also an area the Bears can improve, particularly on the inside with Danny Trevathan getting older.

 
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Cincinnati Bengals: OL, LB, DB

Cincinnati Bengals: OL, LB, DB
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When placing blame for the offensive decline last season, look no further than the offensive line. The team allowed 40 sacks and averaged just 3.6 yards per carry despite adding Joe Mixon at running back. Cordy Glenn helps at left tackle, but the team needs more help. Another suspension for Vontaze Burfict shows that he's becoming a liability. The Bengals are comfortable with their starting corners but desperately need more secondary depth.

 
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Cleveland Browns: QB, OT, DT, CB

Cleveland Browns: QB, OT, DT, CB
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The Browns have plenty of needs, as you might imagine, after winning only one game in the last two seasons. Fortunately, they also have a lot of picks, including first and fourth overall. GM John Dorsey will more than likely start the draft with a quarterback and also needs to find a replacement for the retiring Joe Thomas at tackle and more quality on the defensive side, particularly on the defensive interior and cornerback.

 
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Dallas Cowboys: WR, DT, LB, TE

Dallas Cowboys: WR, DT, LB, TE
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Dez Bryant has lost much of his speed due to a foot injury. The team addressed wideout by signing Allen Hurns but could use another high-upside player if the opportunity arises. The interior of the defensive line also needs help, along with linebacker after losing Anthony Hitchens. Jason Witten is still very productive, but it's long past time to find his replacement.

 
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Denver Broncos: QB, RB, WR, CB

Denver Broncos: QB, RB, WR, CB
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Denver signed Case Keenum, but he's most likely a stopgap for someone else. John Elway whiffed two years ago with Paxton Lynch, though he could give it another try. C.J. Anderson has been mentioned in trade rumors, which would open the door for another back. The team has struggled to find a viable third wide receiver behind Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders for years, though the Broncos still hold out hope that 2017 draftee Carlos Henderson is the guy. Cornerback is now suddenly a problem area after Aqib Talib departed as well.

 
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Detroit Lions: RB, DE, LB, TE

Detroit Lions: RB, DE, LB, TE
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Detroit struggled to get to the quarterback again last season and needs to find help for Ziggy Ansah. The team is also thin at linebacker despite developing young talent Jarrad Davis. LeGarrett Blount doesn't do enough to address what's been a poor running game, and tight end is also a need after losing Eric Ebron.

 
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Green Bay Packers: DE, LB, CB, WR

Green Bay Packers: DE, LB, CB, WR
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Rushing the passer suddenly became an issue for the Packers last season, as they ranked in the bottom half of the league in sacks. They addressed the secondary early in last year's draft but could still use more cornerback depth. Wide receiver depth will also be on the agenda after losing Jordy Nelson in free agency.

 
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Houston Texans: OT, WR, DE, TE

Houston Texans: OT, WR, DE, TE
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Houston quarterbacks were frequently on the ground last year with the team allowing 54 sacks, the second most in the league. Trading Duane Brown didn't help matters. Wide receiver depth could also be on the list with Braxton Miller's slow development. J.J. Watt's injuries have created a need for depth at defensive end. Bill O'Brien likes to use two tight end sets, which is now a problem after C.J. Fiedorowicz retired due to concussions.

 
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Indianapolis Colts: OL, WR, RB, EDGE

Indianapolis Colts: OL, WR, RB, EDGE
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Colts GM Chris Ballard has had his hands full since coming on board last year, taking over one of the league's least talented rosters. His effort to replenish the offensive line remains a top priority, especially with Andrew Luck returning from injury, and the Colts have also struggled to get to the passer. They are in the market for a second wideout after losing Donte Moncrief, and while Marlon Mack showed flashes in his rookie season, he will need a partner after Frank Gore walked.

 
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Jacksonville Jaguars: OL, WR, DB

Jacksonville Jaguars: OL, WR, DB
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Jacksonville's offensive line has improved over the last two years and got another boost with the addition of Andrew Norwell, but the Jags could still use more depth. After losing Allen Robinson and Allen Hurns this offseason, a top wideout could be on their list. The defense proved spectacular last season but could use more depth in the secondary as well.

 
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Kansas City Chiefs: DL, LB, DB

Kansas City Chiefs: DL, LB, DB
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The Chiefs have transitioned to an all-offensive team for 2018, adding high-priced free agent Sammy Watkins to the existing elite weapons of Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce and Kareem Hunt for first-year starting quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The defense had major turnover at all three levels this offseason and still needs to address cornerback depth, nose tackle and linebacker depth, in particular.

 
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Los Angeles Chargers: OT, DB, QB

Los Angeles Chargers: OT, DB, QB
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The Chargers look fine on the interior of the offensive line after signing Mike Pouncey but could use some depth at tackle behind Russell Okung and Joe Barksdale. The secondary continues to get burned by relying on Jason Verrett to stay healthy. Philip Rivers will turn 37 in December, so a long-term replacement could be addressed. Backup running back is also a possibility, though Austin Ekeler emerged last season behind Melvin Gordon.

 
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Los Angeles Rams: OL, LB, RB

Los Angeles Rams: OL, LB, RB
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The Rams are apparently all in for 2018, acquiring Brandin Cooks, Marcus Peters, Ndamukong Suh and Aqib Talib. That has left them with very little draft capital. With the picks they do have, the Rams could use a replacement for Alec Ogletree, more offensive line depth and a viable backup for Todd Gurley.

 
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Miami Dolphins: LB, DT, RB, QB, TE

Miami Dolphins: LB, DT, RB, QB, TE
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Trading Ndamukong Suh really hurts the defensive line, and the team also craves a long-term replacement for veteran Cameron Wake. Miami can manage with a running back pairing of Kenyan Drake and Frank Gore, but another development project at the position would be welcomed. There have been rumors the team would take a quarterback in the first round, putting some doubt on Ryan Tannehill's development and knee issues. Adam Gase has been in search of a tight end since he came on board, and Julius Thomas wasn't the answer last season.

 
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Minnesota Vikings: OL, WR, DB

Minnesota Vikings: OL, WR, DB
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Minnesota's offensive line made some progress last season but still has room to get better, particularly on the interior. This will likely be a make-or-break year for former first-round pick Laquon Treadwell, and the Vikes could address that area if they don't think he has the chops. Adding depth in the secondary is another possibility, though the team could still bring back Terence Newman, who turns 40 in September.

 
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New England Patriots: OT, CB, LB, QB, WR

New England Patriots: OT, CB, LB, QB, WR
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New England shipped off Brandin Cooks for another first-round pick. There has been speculation the Pats would package their two first-round picks for Odell Beckham Jr. or trade up for a quarterback. Addressing offensive tackle should also be high on the list after losing Nate Solder. Cornerback remains an issue after losing Malcolm Butler, and the Patriots barely got by with a patchwork linebacker corps after losing Dont'a Hightower last year. The Pats have Kenny Britt and Jordan Matthews on the roster, joining Julian Edelman and Chris Hogan, but they probably aren't completely comfortable with that group.

 
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New Orleans Saints: QB, TE, DL

New Orleans Saints: QB, TE, DL
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Is this the year New Orleans finds a long-term replacement for Drew Brees, who is now 39? Tight end will also be high on the list after Coby Fleener didn't work out. The defensive line also needs more depth.

 
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New York Giants: QB, OL, DE, WR

New York Giants: QB, OL, DE, WR
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With the second overall pick in the draft, the Giants could opt to take a long-term replacement for the 37-year-old Eli Manning or take Bradley Chubb after trading Jason Pierre-Paul. It's also not impossible that they'd take star running back Saquon Barkley, but some feel Wayne Gallman is the future at that spot. Wide receiver could become a top priority if the team trades Odell Beckham Jr. The offensive line also needs help, though signing Nate Solder helped.

 
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New York Jets: QB, TE, OL, DL

New York Jets: QB, TE, OL, DL
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The Jets traded up to No. 3, likely to take one of this year's quarterbacks. They enter the season with Josh McCown and Teddy Bridgewater but don't see much of a future with either. The defensive line has thinned out recently with Leonard Williams the only player remaining of what was arguably the league's top line a few years ago. The offensive line also got old fast and needs some help.

 
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Oakland Raiders: CB, DL, LB, RB, WR

Oakland Raiders: CB, DL, LB, RB, WR
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Simply put, the Raiders need to surround star pass rusher Khalil Mack with more talent on defense. The defense ranked in the bottom half of the league again last season, struggled to get to the quarterback and lost its top two corners from last season. The pairing of Doug Martin and Marshawn Lynch is hardly a solution at running back for the long term, and the team desperately needs more wideout depth, especially now that Jon Gruden and Derek Carr are relying on veteran Jordy Nelson as the No. 2 option.

 
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Philadelphia Eagles: TE, LB, S

Philadelphia Eagles: TE, LB, S
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Philadelphia is in a very good spot after winning the Super Bowl and losing a minimal number of key contributors this offseason. Zach Ertz remains one of the top tight ends in the league, but Philly's depth took a hit with the losses of Trey Burton and Brent Celek. Linebacker was an issue at times last season, and the team could also use depth at safety.

 
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Pittsburgh Steelers: LB, DB, TE

Pittsburgh Steelers: LB, DB, TE
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Unfortunately, the Steelers need to find a replacement for Ryan Shazier after his scary injury last season. Ben Roethlisberger has made comments in the past about adding a top tight end. While Jesse James has been more than adequate, the team could look to improve at that spot. The secondary also needs more depth.

 
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San Francisco 49ers: DB, LB, OG, EDGE

San Francisco 49ers: DB, LB, OG, EDGE
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The 49ers struggled to get to the quarterback last season, though they hope 2017 first-round pick Solomon Thomas' improvement will address some of that issue. Adding Richard Sherman at cornerback was huge for the secondary, but they could use more depth, especially given Sherman's age. They need help on the interior of the offensive line, and linebacker will be an area to address, particularly with Reuben Foster's future very much uncertain due to his myriad off-field issues.

 
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Seattle Seahawks: DB, DL, WR, OL

Seattle Seahawks: DB, DL, WR, OL
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Seattle got old very fast and has gone through an offseason transition, getting rid of big names like Richard Sherman, Michael Bennett and Sheldon Richardson — not to mention that Kam Chancellor's future still up in the air. The team has also become thin at wideout after losing Paul Richardson in free agency, and the Seahawks still need to add more talent to the offensive line despite acquiring Duane Brown from Houston last year.

 
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers: RB, DB, DE

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: RB, DB, DE
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The Bucs didn't lose much with Doug Martin finally leaving, but that just magnified their enormous need at running back. The team also needs to address the secondary, though the Bucs have a keeper in Vernon Hargreaves at cornerback. The defense had just 22 sacks last season and certainly needs to get more push.

 
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Tennessee Titans: DL, OL, LB

Tennessee Titans: DL, OL, LB
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Tennessee had 43 sacks last season with the benefit of Dick LeBeau's blitzes but lacked a consistent outside pass rusher outside of Brian Orakpo. The offensive line needs more depth on the interior and a fill-in for the possibility that Jack Conklin won't be ready for Week 1 after getting hurt during the playoffs last year. New head coach Mike Vrabel was a longtime NFL linebacker and will likely want to groom a linebacker of his own, especially after the team lost Avery Williamson.

 
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Washington Redskins: DT, CB, LB

Washington Redskins: DT, CB, LB
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Washington's defense was gashed against the run last season and hasn't done much to address that issue yet this offseason. More linebacker help would also aid in that effort. Cornerback has become a need after trading cornerback Kendall Fuller in the Alex Smith deal.

Seth Trachtman

Seth Trachtman is a sportswriter, digital marketer, and fantasy sports expert based in St. Louis, Missouri. He’s a two-time winner of the Tout Wars Fantasy Baseball Expert’s League, and his work has appeared in hundreds of fantasy baseball and fantasy football newsstand and online publications

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