2017 NFL Mock Draft: Round 3

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Cleveland Browns: Tyler Orlosky, C, West Virginia
I have to imagine that the Browns are growing tired of Cameron Erving's ineptitude at center. Here's someone to challenge him.

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San Francisco 49ers: Antonio Garcia, OT, Troy
Regardless of whether or not the 49ers select a franchise quarterback in the 2017 NFL Draft, they'll need to bolster the offensive line, as they have a major liability at right tackle.
Chicago Bears: Dede Westbrook, WR, Oklahoma
Alshon Jeffery is an impending free agent, and both he and Kevin White are difficult to trust anyway, given the amount of time they've missed over the years.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Budda Baker, S, Washington
John Cyprien finally had a breakout year for the Jaguars. However, he's an impending free agent, so the Jaguars will need a new safety if they can't retain him.
Tennessee Titans: Noah Brown, WR, Ohio State
Rishard Matthews has been a pleasant surprise for the Titans, but they still need another receiver with Kendall Wright once again falling out of favor with the coaching staff.

Pick change; previously Damore'ea Stringefellow, WR
New York Jets: Cordrea Tankersley, CB, Clemson
The Jets have to address both positions in their secondary. Cornerback help is more important, as Darrelle Revis has regressed into one of the worst players at his position in the entire league.

San Diego Chargers: Dion Dawkins, OT, Temple
King Dunlap and Joe Barksdale have both regressed this year, so San Diego has to find a new tackle to help protect Philip Rivers as he enters his final seasons in the NFL.
Carolina Panthers: Adam Bisnowaty, OT, Pittsburgh
The Panthers desperately need to do something about their offensive line. The tackles were first exposed in the Super Bowl, and the situation has gotten worse since.
Cincinnati Bengals: Carroll Phillips, DE/OLB, Illinois
Like Tim Williams, Carroll Phillips has fallen because of character concerns. However, the Bengals would be getting great value here with Phillips, as he would bolster their pedestrian pass rush.

Philadelphia Eagles: Brian Hill, RB, Wyoming
In addition to a receiver, the Eagles need to provide Carson Wentz with a better running back. Ryan Mathews has his moments, but he's unreliable, and the coaching staff doesn't seem to like him too much anyway.
Buffalo Bills: Marcus Williams, S, Utah
It's unfortunate, but it's possible that Aaron Williams' career could be over because of that ridiculous hit he took from Jarvis Landry. If so, the Bills will have to target a safety in free agency or the early stages of the 2017 NFL Draft.
New Orleans Saints: Carlos Watkins, DT, Clemson
The Saints spent their first-round pick last year on Sheldon Rankins, but they still need another defensive tackle if they don't re-sign Nick Fairley.

Pick change; previously Anthony Walker, ILB

Arizona Cardinals: Damore'ea Stringefellow, WR, Ole Miss
Larry Fitzgerald has mulled over retirement, but even if he keeps playing, he won't be around much longer. Michael Floyd is gone as well.

Pick change; previously Carlos Henderson, WR
Baltimore Ravens: Amara Darboh, WR, Michigan
Steve Smith doesn't have much time remaining in the NFL, and the same thing could be said about Breshad Perriman if he doesn't prove himself. Baltimore spending an early-round pick on a receiver shouldn't surprise anyone.

Indianapolis Colts: Raekwon McMillan, LB, Ohio State
The Colts have some of the worst linebackers in the NFL, and they've struggled to cover tight ends and running backs as pass-catchers out of the backfield as a result. Here's a much-needed upgrade.
Minnesota Vikings: Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson
If Week 15's performance was any indication, Adrian Peterson won't be playing much longer, so the Vikings need to think about finding a successor.

Washington Redskins: Anthony Walker, ILB, Northwestern
Here's the third of three interior positions that needs to be addressed on Washington's defense. Inside linebacker has been a problem area for quite a while.

Pick change; previously Tyrone Crowder, G
Denver Broncos: Charles Walker, DT, Oklahoma
Charles Walker would be a nice fit in Denver's defense, as the Broncos have to bolster the interior of their front to improve against the rush.

Pick change; previously Taylor Moton, OT
Tennessee Titans: Bucky Hodges, TE, Virginia Tech
Delanie Walker turns 33 this offseason, so the Titans might have interest in adding a successor.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Garrett Sickels, DE, Penn State
Tampa Bay will be getting Jacquies Smith back from injury, but another defensive end will have to be obtained if William Gholston heads elsehwere in free agency.

Pick change; previously Cooper Kupp, WR

Detroit Lions: Jarron Jones, DE/DT, Notre Dame
Here's another defensive tackle, as the Lions are very desperate at the position.
Minnesota Vikings: Elijah Qualls, DT, Washington
Tom Johnson does a great job providing depth behind Sharrif Floyd and Linval Joseph, but he turns 33 this offseason, so Minnesota will need to find new depth up front. Besides, Floyd can't be trusted because of his durability concerns.
New York Giants: Jordan Leggett, TE, Clemson
Regardless of whether the Giants use their first-round pick on Deshaun Watson, I think we can all agree that they desperately need an upgrade at tight end, where Will Tye was pedestrian all year.

Pick change; previously Avery Gennesy, OT

Oakland Raiders: Elijah Hood, RB, North Carolina
Latavius Murray is an impending free agent, but the Oakland coaching staff didn't seem to like him very much anyway.

Pick change; previously Carl Lawson, DE/OLB
Houston Texans: Nathan Peterman, QB, Pittsburgh
The Texans almost have to feel obligated to take a quarterback early in the draft, as Brock Osweiler and Tom Savage aren't cutting it.

Pick change; previously Jake Butt, TE
Seattle Seahawks: Carl Lawson, DE/OLB, Auburn
The Seahawks don't have very many needs outside of the offensive line, so they might consider using a fairly early selection on an edge rusher to eventually supplant Cliff Avril.

Pick change; previously Roderick Johnson, OT

Green Bay Packers: Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Colorado
The Packers have spent some resources at cornerback over recent years, but considering Sam Shields may never play again, perhaps they'll go back to the position once more.

Pick change; previously Kevin King, CB
Pittsburgh Steelers: Hasson Reddick, DE/OLB, Temple
It's amazing that James Harrison is still playing on such a high level, but the Steelers know that they can't rely on him to rush the passer for much longer. They'll have to be prepared, and they could use another first-round pick on an edge rusher to eventually start across from Bud Dupree.

Pick change; previously Harold Landry, DE/OLB
Atlanta Falcons: Davon Godchaux, DT, LSU
The Falcons are pretty soft against the run up the middle, so they should think about spending an early choice on an interior defensive lineman.

Kansas City Chiefs: Cameron Sutton, CB, Tennessee
Sean Smith's departure has been felt this year, particularly in the loss to the Buccaneers when Kansas City had no one to cover Mike Evans in Marcus Peters' absence. Terrance Mitchell has been great though, so if this continues, I'll change this pick.
Dallas Cowboys: Daeshon Hall, DE, Texas A&M
The Cowboys could stand to bolster their pass rush, which tends to be pretty inconsistent. It would help if Randy Gregory could play, but Dallas has to move on, given that he can't stay out of trouble.
New England Patriots: Ryan Anderson, DE/OLB, Alabama
New England trading Logan Mankins away backfired, as Mankins would've helped them win the Super Bowl last year, in all likelihood. Yet, the Patriots keep dealing away talented players. They'll have to replace Chandler Jones and Jamie Collins, as their front seven is pretty weak.

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