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2017 NFL Mock Draft: The Crazy Train Arrives Late To 1st Round

By Erik Lambert

Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end O.J. Howard (88) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end O.J. Howard (88) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 8, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive end Derek Barnett (9) and Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Avery Gennesy (65) in action during the game at Kyle Field. The Aggies defeat the Volunteers 45-38 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 8, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive end Derek Barnett (9) and Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Avery Gennesy (65) in action during the game at Kyle Field. The Aggies defeat the Volunteers 45-38 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

28. Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys defense was positively gutted by free agency as they lost key players at every position from defensive line to linebackers, cornerback and safety. It’s hard to say where they should begin their frantic retooling efforts. Knowing their systems and Rod Marinelli though, it should always start up front. Being able to apply a pass rush is something that makes that entire 4-3 scheme work. Thus far they haven’t been able to assemble a consistent group. <p>They could get a stroke of good fortune with Derek Barnett falling to them at #28. While not quite the athlete Garrett is, he’s a consistent producer. The 33 sacks he piled up at Tennessee proves that much. Barnett just has that instinct, discipline and quickness to get after the quarterback. His body type should fit well in the Dallas system as he’ll be able to play with his hand in the dirt and get up the field. </p>. DE. Tennessee. Derek Barnett . 28. player. 123

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