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Arizona Cardinals Three-Round 2017 NFL Mock Draft

By Erik Lambert

Nov 5, 2016; Berkeley, CA, USA; California Golden Bears quarterback Davis Webb (7) passes the ball against the Washington Huskies during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 5, 2016; Berkeley, CA, USA; California Golden Bears quarterback Davis Webb (7) passes the ball against the Washington Huskies during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 25, 2014; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive end Shilique Calhoun (89) rushes Michigan Wolverines offensive lineman Mason Cole (52 )during the first half of a game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 25, 2014; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive end Shilique Calhoun (89) rushes Michigan Wolverines offensive lineman Mason Cole (52 )during the first half of a game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /

3rd Round

32. Pass protection has been an issue for the Cardinals offensive line all season long. Combined Carson Palmer and Drew Stanton have been sacked 39 times in 14 games. That’s way too many in order to deliver an effective passing offense. Especially with the questionable situation they have at wide receiver. The biggest area of concern is along the interior at center and guard where they’ve been inconsistent and relatively weak. <p>Mason Cole has been a terrific utility man for Michigan his entire college career. Wherever they’ve needed him, be it offensive tackle or center, he has played it and played it well. It appears center is the position he fits best. He’s a good athlete for a big man and understands how to reach the second level and make adjustments to protection. He’ll protect his quarterback but also could be a major boon for David Johnson in the run game.</p>. C. Michigan. Mason Cole . 3. player

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