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2019 NFL Mock Draft: Oakland Raiders Do the Unthinkable

By Erik Lambert

OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 09: Khalil Mack #52 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after a play against the San Diego Chargers during their NFL game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on October 9, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 09: Khalil Mack #52 of the Oakland Raiders reacts after a play against the San Diego Chargers during their NFL game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on October 9, 2016 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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ANN ARBOR, MI – OCTOBER 07: Rashan Gary #3 of the Michigan Wolverines makes the stop on Brian Lewerke #14 of the Michigan State Spartans during the fourth quarter of the game at Michigan Stadium on October 7, 2017 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michigan State defeated Michigan 14-10. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)
ANN ARBOR, MI – OCTOBER 07: Rashan Gary #3 of the Michigan Wolverines makes the stop on Brian Lewerke #14 of the Michigan State Spartans during the fourth quarter of the game at Michigan Stadium on October 7, 2017 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michigan State defeated Michigan 14-10. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images) /

9. Arizona Cardinals

Michigan. Rashan Gary . 9. player. 32. . DT

Switching to a 4-3 defense comes with challenges, but thankfully the Arizona Cardinals have some pieces to help the transition. Chandler Jones is an elite pass rusher and Patrick Peterson is a top cover corner. They can use those two men to speed the transition up provided they’re able to find the right players.

One key piece Steve Wilks will need is an interior pass rusher at defensive tackle. Many hope Robert Nkemdiche can fill that role, but he’s unproven to this point. Luckily Rashan Gary is ready to step right into that role. He’s quick off the snap and boasts good power in his lower body while also boasting some long arms to help him gain leverage.

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