2018 NFL Mock Draft: What If Darnold Goes Back to School?

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Nov 5, 2016; Lubbock, TX, USA; University of Texas Longhorns defensive back Malik Jefferson (46) tries to block a pass from Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Patrick Mahomes (5) in the second half at Jones AT&T Stadium. UT defeated Texas Tech 45-37. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports /

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59. Things still look pretty good for the Miami Dolphins on defense. Charles Harris should inject some life into their defensive front while Cordrea Tankersley gives them a boost in the secondary. The big hope though is that Raekwon McMillan can solve their lingering problems at linebacker. A unit that was massively exposed against the Steelers in the playoffs. If he and Kiko Alonso aren’t enough? Then deliver the killing blow. <p>Adding Malik Jefferson would do that. He really showed his skill at Texas in 2016, showing up all over the field despite playing on a pretty bad defense. He’s got plenty of size and covers lots of ground to make tackles. Once he’s not forced to try doing everything himself, that’s when the true depth of his potential should come out. Hopefully people will get a glimpse in 2017.</p>. LB. Texas. Malik Jefferson . 22. player

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