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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Free Agency Creates Big Trade Moves

By Erik Lambert

Sep 3, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) throws as Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Davin Bellamy (17) is upended behind him during the fourth quarter of the 2016 Chick-Fil-A Kickoff game at Georgia Dome. Georgia won 33-24. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) throws as Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Davin Bellamy (17) is upended behind him during the fourth quarter of the 2016 Chick-Fil-A Kickoff game at Georgia Dome. Georgia won 33-24. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 19, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Richard Lagow (21) is tackled by Michigan Wolverines defensive end Taco Charlton (33) in the second half at Michigan Stadium. Michigan won 20-10. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Richard Lagow (21) is tackled by Michigan Wolverines defensive end Taco Charlton (33) in the second half at Michigan Stadium. Michigan won 20-10. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /

11. New Orleans Saints

Michigan. Taco Charlton . 11. player. 15. The New Orleans Saints haven’t minced words at all about their draft plans. Everything this year will be about improving the defense. It’s why they traded Brandin Cooks. They’re trying to acquire as much currency as possible to infuse the unit with some talent. They know their window for reaching a Super Bowl is closing. Drew Brees doesn’t have long left. Since the defense is their Achilles heel, it makes perfect sense to attack it early and often. <p>Pass rush is reportedly topping their agenda. Somebody who can get after the quarterback, taking the burden off the shoulders of Cameron Jordan. Taco Charlton of Michigan has been rising steadily for weeks. The Michigan defensive end broke out last year, posting 10 sacks in just 11 games. He’s big, strong, athletic, explosive and got a lot better as the season went on. His best days are ahead of him if he continues to progress from a technical standpoint.</p>. DE

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