2017 NFL Draft Redo: Re-Drafting the entire first round

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13. Arizona Cardinals: TreDavious White, CB, LSU

Original Pick: Haason Reddick

Cornerback was not a huge need for the Arizona Cardinals at this point, but imagine if they would have taken TreDavious White here. The Cardinals would have been able to pair White with Patrick Peterson, creating arguably the best cornerback duo in the entire NFL.

In today’s pass-happy league, that duo would be incredibly valuable. Haason Reddick still has some upside, but he has not lived up to his draft stock. White is a premier man-to-man defender who could have helped take the Cardinals’ defense to the next level.

14. Philadelphia Eagles: Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington

Original Pick: Derek Barnett

Derek Barnett is a solid NFL defensive end who has a nice, well-rounded skill set that allows him to make an impact against the run and the pass. That being said, he lacks the elite athletic ability to be a real game-changer on the edge. Taking Barnett was not a bad pick by the Philadelphia Eagles, but they undoubtedly could have done better.

Instead of Barnett, the Eagles snag Cooper Kupp. With the Los Angeles Rams, Kupp has grown into one of the best slot receivers in the entire NFL. He is a quick and crafty route runner who knows how to create space against any coverage. He gets himself open most of the time and seemingly always makes the catch.

Kupp would be an exciting addition to the Eagles’ offense, giving Carson Wentz a fantastic weapon to work with out of the slot.