2017 NFL Mock Draft: Wild Trade Throws Top 10 Out of Whack

Oct 15, 2015; Stanford, CA, USA; Stanford Cardinal defensive tackle Solomon Thomas (90) celebrates after a tackle in the second quarter against the UCLA Bruins in a NCAA football game at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2015; Stanford, CA, USA; Stanford Cardinal defensive tackle Solomon Thomas (90) celebrates after a tackle in the second quarter against the UCLA Bruins in a NCAA football game at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 3, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive end Taco Charlton (33) rushes on Hawaii Warriors offensive lineman RJ Hollis (74) at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive end Taco Charlton (33) rushes on Hawaii Warriors offensive lineman RJ Hollis (74) at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /

28. Dallas Cowboys

The genuine fear for a lot of Dallas Cowboys fans was that at some point their defense was going to be exposed. Some felt it was a unit getting by on effort more than talent. Unfortunately their concerns proved valid. Aaron Rodgers picked them apart in the NFC divisional playoff, in large part due to the fact that they couldn’t apply consistent pressure up front. Given the importance that has in a 4-3 scheme, expect pass rusher to top their needs list. <p>Taco Charlton was an afterthought for most at the start of 2016, having been mostly a backup at Michigan. Then as the season progress his 6’6″ frame and considerable skill at creating pressure became harder and harder to miss. He’s still just scratching the surface of what he can do and has the exact kind of body build made for a 4-3 defensive end in the pros. Put him under Rod Marinelli and the rest will be easy.</p>. DE. Michigan. Taco Charlton . 28. player. 123