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: Tim Williams, DE/OLB, Alabama
It's unclear how the 49ers' new regime will feel about players with character concerns. That's why Tim Williams has dropped to Round 3. At some point, however, the pure talent will be worth the Randy Gregory-type off-the-field issues.
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: Cameron Sutton, CB, Tennessee
The Titans, as mentioned, have major problems in their secondary, so I think they'd have to be thrilled if they can get both an elite safety and a promising cornerback prospect with their two picks in the first round. If not, a solid cornerback can be chosen in the third frame.

Pick change; previously Noah Brown, 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: Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan
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.

Pick change; previously Dion Dawkins, OT
Carolina Panthers: Dion Dawkins, OT, Temple
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.

Pick change; previously Adam Bisnoway, OT
Cincinnati Bengals: Chris Godwin, WR, Penn State
The Bengals were hurting for play-makers when A.J. Green got hurt at the end of the season, so here's an opportunity for them to give Andy Dalton another weapon. Perhaps they'll take Chris Godwin, who dominated USC in the Rose Bowl.

Pick change; previously Damore'ea Stringefellow, WR

Philadelphia Eagles: Noah Brown, WR, Ohio State
I'm sure the Eagles would love Mike Williams at No. 15 overall, but he wasn't available in this update. A receiver in Round 2 is also a possibility. If Philadelphia doesn't sign a wideout, this is the latest it should take one, as Carson Wentz really needs some help.

Pick change; previously Amara Darboh, WR
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: Garrett Sickels, DE, Penn State
The Saints are in desperate need of an edge rusher to play across from Cameron Jordan. They could easily take one in the first round, but if not, this makes sense.

Pick change; previously Carroll Phillips, DE/OLB

Arizona Cardinals: Raekwon McMillan, LB, Ohio State
The Cardinals have a very good defense, but they have a couple of liabilities. One happens to be at inside linebacker, which they can address early in the draft.
Baltimore Ravens: ArDarius Stewart, WR, Alabama
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: Kendell Beckwith, LB, LSU
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: Brian Hill, RB, Wyoming
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.
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.
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: Damore'ea Stringefellow, WR, Ole Miss
With Vincent Jackson close to retirement, the Buccaneers have to find a new No. 2 receiver to complement Mike Evans in the near future.

Pick change; previously Garrett Sickels, DE

Detroit Lions: Jordan Leggett, TE, Clemson
The Lions could use someone to challenge Eric Ebron, who has dropped countless passes over his career.

Pick change; previously Jarron Jones, DE/DT
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: Adam Bisnowaty, OT, Pittsburgh
The Giants spent their first-round pick on Deshaun Watson, so here's a quality blocker for their new quarterback. New York had awful play from its tackles this season, but adding a blind-side protector and moving Ereck Flowers to the right side should work.

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.
Houston Texans: Avery Gennesy, OT, Texas A&M
It's unfortunate that Derek Newton's career could be over because of a double patellar tendon tear. The Texans will have to find a new right tackle.

Pick change; previously Nathan Peterman, QB
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.

Kansas City Chiefs: Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Colorado
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: Amara Darboh, WR, Michigan
The Cowboys can't keep going with Terrance Williams as their No. 2 receiver. They desperately need an upgrade in this area.

Pick change; previously Daeshon Hall, DE
Green Bay Packers: Hasson Reddick, DE/OLB, Temple
The Packers place great pressure on opposing quarterbacks with Julius Peppers and Nick Perry, but both happen to be impending free agents. Peppers turns 37 in January, while Perry could prove to be too expensive to retain.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson
DeAngelo Williams won't be around much longer, so the Steelers will need a viable backup running back just in case Le'Veon Bell gets suspended again.
Atlanta Falcons: Jordan Willis, DE/OLB, Kansas State
It was a bit odd to see the Falcons eschew their pass rush in the 2016 NFL Draft, especially when Shaq Lawson dropped to them at No. 17. I'm sure that after seeing their defenders struggle to get to the quarterback - save for Vic Beasley, who has improved - they'll be desperate for someone who can apply pressure on opposing signal-callers in the 2017 NFL Draft.
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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