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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Free agency frenzy triggers shocking moves

By Sayre Bedinger

Sep 24, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in game action against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Texas A&M won 45-24. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 24, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in game action against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Texas A&M won 45-24. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 17, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Chidobe Awuzie (4) rushes on Michigan Wolverines quarterback Wilton Speight (3) and causes a fumble in the first quarter at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 17, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Chidobe Awuzie (4) rushes on Michigan Wolverines quarterback Wilton Speight (3) and causes a fumble in the first quarter at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /

player. 49. Awuzie is a guy that is creeping up draft boards a little bit late in the process, but he has every physical gift that NFL teams look for in a day one starter at cornerback, and was a four-year starter for the Buffs. The Packers need help in the secondary, and this kid can provide it.. Chidobe Awuzie, CB. Colorado. Green Bay Packers. 29

player. 55. This would be one of the most talked about first round picks from the 2017 NFL Draft, because that’s the type of polarizing talent Peppers is. Some feel like he’s a player without a position, but in the right defense and with the right coaching, he can be a star safety and special teams player. I think the Steelers and Mike Tomlin are the perfect fit for his personality, love for the game, and versatility. They could even get creative and throw him on the offensive side of the ball from time to time.. Jabrill Peppers, DB. Michigan. Pittsburgh Steelers. 30

player. 44. At the 31st overall pick, McDowell would present one of the best values so far in the first round. His issue is consistency, but there’s no denying at times that McDowell flashes top five ability. When he’s on, he’s unstoppable. The Falcons add to an already talented defensive front.. Malik McDowell, DL. Michigan State. Atlanta Falcons. 31

New Orleans Saints. 32. player. 15. With the pick acquired from the New England Patriots for Brandin Cooks, the Saints add edge rusher Charles Harris from Missouri. Harris can line up with his hand in the dirt or standing up, and has a wide array of pass rush moves already as a young player. He’d be a nice find for the Saints at the bottom of the first round.. Charles Harris, DE. Missouri

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