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2017 NFL Mock Draft: The Final 7-Round Apocalypse

By Erik Lambert

December 31, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the the 2016 CFP semifinal at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
December 31, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the the 2016 CFP semifinal at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 12, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Tulane Green Wave running back Josh Rounds (25) is tackled by Houston Cougars linebacker Tyus Bowser (81) in the second half at TDECU Stadium. Houston won 30 to 18. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Tulane Green Wave running back Josh Rounds (25) is tackled by Houston Cougars linebacker Tyus Bowser (81) in the second half at TDECU Stadium. Houston won 30 to 18. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports /

31. Atlanta Falcons

The Falcons need help at linebacker and at edge rusher. The great thing about Tyus Bowser is he can help with both. He’s athletic enough to play outside linebacker but showed at Houston he’s an able QB hunter when allowed to attack. Such a versatile player.. OLB. Houston. Tyus Bowser . 31. player. 44

63. Atlanta Falcons

Colorado. Chidobe Awuzie . 63. player. 44. Cornerback play was a big reason the Falcons fell apart in the Super Bowl when it mattered. Inconsistent coverage is a killer against great quarterbacks. Chidobe Awuzie is exactly the sort of tough, athletic cover corner they want opposite a returning Desmond Trufant.. CB

95. Atlanta Falcons

44. Atlanta likes their defensive linemen tough. They like them physical and they like them to have active motors. Jaleel Johnson showcased all of that and more at Iowa. His biggest value could be as that elusive interior pass rusher the team knows it needs.. DT. Iowa. Jaleel Johnson . 95. player

136. Atlanta Falcons

Arkansas. Jeremy Sprinkle . 136. player. 44. It may be the best offense in the NFL but that’s no reason to stop adding to it. Depth always helps. Jeremy Sprinkle will add another quality tight end to the mix. One who is a nice, big pass target but brings added value thanks to his polished ability as a blocker.. TE

174. Atlanta Falcons

player. 44. Another of those gifted LSU wide receivers who were hung out to dry by some terrible quarterback play. Dural has that good mix of size and play speed that allows him to create separation and attack defensive backs. He’s not proven, but worth the risk.. WR. LSU. Travin Dural . 174

249. Atlanta Falcons

He’ll never win athletic competitions but Nate Gerry is a fireball at safety. He plays angry and showcases plenty of instinct for getting to where the football will be. Players like that find a way on the field.. S. Nebraska. Nate Gerry . 249. player. 44

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