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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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Nov 28, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) scores a on an interception return during the second half of a game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 28, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) scores a on an interception return during the second half of a game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /

31. Atlanta Falcons

44. The Atlanta Falcons know that deficiencies on defense were what finally caught up to them in the Super Bowl. The inability to pressure Brady late is what sped up their meltdown. Outside of Vic Beasley they really don’t have another rusher on their defensive front who can create some havoc in the backfield. Finding that second guy can prove difficult and often may require a calculated risk. Just like this one. <p>Malik McDowell is a frustrating prospect. There is clear evidence of him taking plays off at Michigan State, lending to concerns about his work ethic. However, when he was putting in the effort he was almost unstoppable. The sheer mix of size, length and athleticism is frightening. Nobody that big should be able to move like he can. Get him motivated and put him in an aggressive scheme? It’s all over.</p>. DE. Michigan State. Malik McDowell . 31. player

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