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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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Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Ryan Anderson (22) scores a touchdown as defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) runs alongside during the second quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Ryan Anderson (22) scores a touchdown as defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) runs alongside during the second quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

53. Detroit Lions

The Lions defense really hasn’t been the same since they lost Ndamukong Suh. His presence in the middle of their defensive line was so critical to their success. Replacing him has been understandably difficult. Chris Wormley could be their biggest step in the right direction. The Michigan product really came on in 2016, demonstrating his ability to create pressure up the middle and force offenses to devote extra blockers to keeping him in check.. DT. Michigan. Chris Wormley . 53. player. 50

54. Miami Dolphins

59. The linebacker position in general is a mess for the Dolphins and was a huge reason why they were so summarily dismissed by the Steelers in the playoffs. They need quality player at that position who can give them more versatility. That is what Ryan Anderson is all about. Not only was he a dependable run defender at Alabama, he added further value with his ability to blitz and rush the passer. He’ll bring plenty of juice to that front seven.. LB. Alabama. Ryan Anderson . 54. player

55. New York Giants

RB. Tennessee. Alvin Kamara . 55. player. 31. A big reason why the Giants were crushed in the playoffs was the lack of offensive playmakers outside of Odell Beckham. They had no running game to speak of and that’s not going to fly if they want to reach the Super Bowl one more time before Eli Manning departs. Alvin Kamara was a tough and determined runner at Tennessee with good speed and all-around skill. He can be fed the ball 20-25 times on the ground and also catch passes out of the backfield.

56. Oakland Raiders

Anthony Walker . 56. player. 28. The defense in general for the Raiders needs a lot of help as their collapse late last season proved. Having upgraded the front, next they have to find more help at linebacker. Somebody who can do more of the dirty work, making tackles and covering the middle. Anthony Walker played too heavy in 2016 but in 2015 he was all over the field for Northwestern from tackling, to coverage to blitzing the quarterback. If the Raiders keep his weight down, he’ll get things done.. LB. Northwestern

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