2017 NFL Mock Draft: Three Full Rounds of Mayhem

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Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end O.J. Howard (88) runs the ball while guarded by Clemson Tigers safety Jadar Johnson (18) during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

O.J. Howard . 19. player. 48. Like the Titans, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers know they’re in the critical stage of trying to find quality weapons to put around their prized young franchise quarterback. Jameis Winston has made due with mostly role players outside of Mike Evans at wide receiver. Though dangerous as a tandem, that’s not the way this team is going to emerge as contenders in the NFC South. Another option is needed in that passing game. <p>Austin Seferian-Jenkins was a bust at tight end, so finding another option is certainly on the table. O.J. Howard once again proved in the national championship game that he can be a dynamic receiving threat when the game plan centers around him. He’s a big athlete with a basketball-type body who can run with speed but plays a physical game. Linebackers can keep up with him and safeties are outmatched by his size. </p>. TE. Alabama

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