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2017 NFL Mock Draft: 7 Rounds of Trade-Fueled Action

By Erik Lambert

Mar 5, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett goes through workout drills during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 5, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett goes through workout drills during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 14, 2015; Columbia, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Perry Orth (10) scrambles past Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Brantley (57) in the first half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 14, 2015; Columbia, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Perry Orth (10) scrambles past Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Brantley (57) in the first half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports /

24. Oakland Raiders

Losing Derek Carr was the nail in the coffin for the Oakland Raiders in the playoffs, but before that it was their defense. In truth there are still a number of holes in that roster that teams continue to exploit. Notably in the front seven at the middle linebacker and defensive tackle positions. Teams that are weak up the middle tend to be easy prey for top NFL offenses. So improving both those spots will be a must. <p>Caleb Brantley gets overshadowed at times because his production was a bit hot and cold at Florida. However, his tape reflects a player with a strong core and explosive potential. It appears that he’s still unlocking just what he’s capable of. His physical potential as an interior pass rusher is massive in the right hands. The trick will be to coach up his technique and to get him motivated. Two things Jack Del Rio does well.</p>. DT. Florida. Caleb Brantley . 24. player. 28

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