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

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Kenny Golladay NFL Draft
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21. Detroit Lions: Kenny Golladay, WR, Northern Illinois

Original Pick: Jarrad Davis

A third-round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, Kenny Golladay has quickly grown into a big-time target for the Detroit Lions. He is a big and athletic pass catcher who has a knack for creating space and has built a quick rapport with Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford.

Last season, Golladay hauled in 70 receptions for 1,063 yards and five touchdowns. He has become a true focal point of the Lions’ offense and they would take a major step back without him.

Instead of whiffing on a linebacker, the Lions ensure the selection of Golladay here at number 21.

22. Miami Dolphins: Jonathan Allen, DL, Alabama

Original Pick: Charles Harris

Jonathan Allen is an absolute stud up front. He has real man strength that allows him to dominate against the run and has enough quickness and athleticism to make an impact as a one-gap penetrator.

Taking Charles Harris seemed like a reach at the time for the Miami Dolphins, but he certainly had some upside as an outside rusher. It did not seem like a terrible pick at the time. Instead of reaching on Harris, they solidify the middle of the defense by adding Allen.

The Dolphins have not exactly built a huge contender in recent years and could really use a rock-solid guy like Allen on the defensive side of the ball. Landing him here would be an ideal scenario for Miami.