2017 NFL Mock Draft: Round 3

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Cleveland Browns: Mason Cole, C, Michigan
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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Pick change; previously Tyler Orlosky, C
San Francisco 49ers: Anthony Walker, ILB, Northwestern
The 49ers have been atrocious against the run, especially after NaVorro Bowman sustained an injury. San Francisco could stand to add another inside linebacker.

Pick change; previously Azeem Victor, ILB
Chicago Bears: Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan
The Bears could stand to double up on offensive tackles, given how dire the situation is.

Pick change; previously Jamar Summers, CB
Carolina Panthers: Marcus Williams, S, Utah
The Panthers addressed the cornerback position a round earlier, but they can't be done in the secondary just yet, as they have problems at safety as well.

New York Jets: Marquis Haynes, DE/OLB, Ole Miss
The Jets have struggled to get pressure from the edge for quite a while. Their secondary sucks, but part of the reason they have such problems against the pass is because of a mediocre pass rush.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Devonte Fields, DE/OLB, Louisville
Here's another pick the Jaguars can use on their pass rush, which is pretty lacking. Adding another edge rusher would definitely help.
New Orleans Saints: Bradley Chubb, DE, N.C. State
The Saints could also use help everywhere on defense, and adding another edge rusher definitely has to be on their checklist.
Tennessee Titans: Courtland Sutton, WR, SMU
The Titans are devoid of talent at receiver outside of Tajae Sharpe, who is more of a No. 2. We'll have to see if Kendall Wright's performance against the Browns was a fluke or not.

Pick change; previously Tony Conner, S

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.
Tennessee Titans: Jordan Leggett, TE, Clemson
Delanie Walker turns 33 this offseason, so the Titans might have interest in adding a successor.
Cincinnati Bengals: Isaiah Ford, WR, Virginia Tech
The Bengals need to find another weapon for Andy Dalton, as Brandon LaFell is not a quality No. 2 option.

Pick change; previously Armani Watts, S
San Diego Chargers: Chad Kelly, QB, Ole Miss
Philip Rivers turns 35 in December, so it might be time for the Chargers to find a successor for him.

Baltimore Ravens: Corey Davis, WR, Western 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: Daeshon Hall, DE/OLB, Texas A&M
Pick a position, any position. If it's on the defense, the Colts have to address it, as their stop unit is an abomination.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jamar Summers, CB, Connecticut
The Buccaneers could spend another early-round selection on a defensive back. Cornerback help is needed as well, given that Brent Grimes is just a short-term solution.

Pick change; previously Isaiah Ford, WR
Arizona Cardinals: Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington
Larry Fitzgerald has mulled over retirement, but even if he keeps playing, it'll be difficult to retain Michael Floyd, who will be entering free agency come March.

Pick change; previously Deatrich Wise, DE/DT

Washington Redskins: Deatrich Wise, DE/DT, Arkansas
The Redskins have been routinely gashed by the run this season, as they don't have any sort of talent up front outside of Chris Baker. This is an area they'll have to address this upcoming offseason.

Pick change; previously Cameron Sutton, CB
New York Giants: Carlos Watkins, DT, Clemson
The Giants spent tons of money on their defensive line, but it hasn't produced as expected. Adding a player who can generate interior pressure will be important.
Buffalo Bills: Matt Dayes, RB, N.C. State
The Bills appeared to have a great one-two punch at running back, but Karlos Williams ruined that. Here's a better backup than Mike Gillislee.
Detroit Lions: Cameron Sutton, CB, Tennessee
The Lions haven't found a replacement for the retired Rashean Mathis, but they can rectify that by spending an early pick on a cornerback in the 2017 NFL Draft.

Pick change; previously Gareon Conley, CB

Pittsburgh Steelers: Mason Rudolph, QB, Oklahoma State
It's time for the Steelers to develop a viable backup behind Ben Roethlisberger because Landry Jones has been horrible.
Atlanta Falcons: Conor McDermott, OT, UCLA
Ryan Schraeder has been a solid right tackle for the Falcons, but he'll be an impending free agent this offseason. He could command a lot of money, so the Falcons may need a new right tackle.
Houston Texans: Johnny Caspers, G, Stanford
Houston's offensive line has not performed up to expectations this season. Part of that has been because of injuries, but the team has plenty of holes up front as well.

Philadelphia Eagles: Darren Carrington, WR, Oregon
The Eagles need someone to step up across from Jordan Matthews, as Nelson Agholor isn't cutting it.
Kansas City Chiefs: Travin Dural, WR, LSU
Chris Conley has potential, and he definitely flashed it in the preseason, but he hasn't shown anything in real action yet.
Green Bay Packers: Samaje Perine, RB, Oklahoma
The Packers are so desperate at running back right now that they have to use wide receivers at the position. This is something they absolutely have to address next offseason.

Denver Broncos: Chad Wheeler, OT, USC
The Broncos have some holes on their offensive line, one of which is at right tackle. A second-day pick could suffice.
Seattle Seahawks: Tyrell Crosby, OT, Oregon
The Seahawks have yet to address their offensive line in this 2017 NFL Mock Draft, which is probably a mistake. They have some major issues at tackle.
Oakland Raiders: Eddie Vanderdoes, DT, UCLA
The Raiders figure to spend multiple resources next offseason fixing the interior of their defense, which has not performed well this year.

Dallas Cowboys: Brandon Facyson, CB, Virginia Tech
Morris Claiborne has been great this year. Even if he can keep up his high level of play, the Cowboys should think about adding another cornerback to join him and Orlando Scandrick.
Minnesota Vikings: Azeem Victor, LB, Washington
With Chad Greenway heading into retirement, the Vikings could stand to add another linebacker.

Pick change; previously Alvin Kamara, RB
New England Patriots: Jaleel Johnson, DT, Iowa
The Patriots never found a replacement for Dominique Easley, so here's someone who can provide a solid interior pass rush.

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