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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Jimmy Garoppolo Trade Impacts Early

By Erik Lambert

Nov 5, 2016; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) looks to pass the ball in the second quarter against the Navy Midshipmen at Everbank Field. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 5, 2016; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) looks to pass the ball in the second quarter against the Navy Midshipmen at Everbank Field. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 3, 2016; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Malik Hooker (24) returns his second interception during the second half against the Bowling Green Falcons at Ohio Stadium. The Buckeyes won 77-10. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Malik Hooker (24) returns his second interception during the second half against the Bowling Green Falcons at Ohio Stadium. The Buckeyes won 77-10. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports /

7. Los Angeles Chargers

Malik Hooker . 7. player. 13. It seems rather ironic that the Los Angeles Chargers defense was really good in 2016 buy something seemed to be holding it back from being great. Chief among those elements? A playmaking safety on the back end. They had one in Eric Weddle but allowed him to walk in free agency. He left for Baltimore where he helped them become one of the top defenses in the league. This is a mistake the Chargers brass must correct. <p>Grabbing Malik Hooker at #7 is a hell of a start. The Ohio State standout only started one year for the Buckeyes but that was all he needed. He showcased game breaking ability with seven interceptions and three defensive touchdowns. A tall, rangy athlete who tracks and closes on the football better than any safety seen in a long time. A natural ball hawk. If he’s this good already, how much better will he get with more experience?</p>. FS. Ohio State

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