2017 NFL Mock Draft: Mad Rush At Start For Top Defenders

player. 59. Adam Gase has done a marvelous job transforming the Miami Dolphins into a viable, competitive team during his first year as head coach. Ryan Tannehill and the offense haven’t been world beaters, but they continue to show up when it matters most in games. That doesn’t change the fact some tweaks will be needed in order to make things easy and more explosive next year. Finding a tight end who can threaten in the passing game would be a start. <p>O.J. Howard looks like he’ll be the top option in a strong class. For good reason too. The Alabama product looks every bit the part of what NFL coaches seek. He’s tall and big, making him a matchup problem for shorter defensive backs. He’s also an athlete, showing impressive speed for somebody that big. This makes him a problem for slower linebackers. Thus the Dolphins are getting somebody who can attack the middle of the field, getting first downs and offering a big target in the red zone.</p>. TE. Alabama. O.J. Howard . 19