2017 NFL Mock Draft: New Regimes Create New Problems

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Oct 31, 2015; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel (1) runs with the ball as Florida Gators linebacker Jarrad Davis (40) defends during the second half at EverBank Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 27-3. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

32. New England Patriots

47. The New England Patriots defense is undergoing some massive changes during the 2016 season and may endure even more by the end of March. They’ve already lost Jamie Collins and Chandler Jones to trades. Dont’a Hightower will be a free agent as well. They could be down their three best defenders by next season, two of them at the linebacker position. Odds say the team will be proactive in attacking that problem during the draft. <p>Jarrad Davis is their type of player. Tough, aggressive, versatile and doesn’t play out of control. He does his job as a tackler, can blitz the gaps to create pressure on the quarterback and isn’t a liability in coverage. Belichick and his staff will know exactly where and how to apply the strengths Davis will bring while hiding his weaknesses. This is a good football player who can keep the Patriots defense strong.</p>. ILB. Florida. Jarrad Davis . 32. player

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