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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Running backs steal spotlight

By Brad Weiss

Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams (7) makes a catch while defended by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams (7) makes a catch while defended by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mike Williams

WR, Clemson

The Buffalo Bills said goodbye to head coach Rex Ryan towards the end of the 2016 NFL season, and will look to usher in a new era with Sean McDermott as their new man in charge. McDermott will be getting his first shot at a head coaching gig with the Bills, as the 42-year-old spend the last few seasons with the Carolina Panthers. His first order of business is going to be finding out who is going to play quarterback for him next season, as Tyrod Taylor just may not be the answer at the position.

Adding a quality offensive weapon for whoever is going to be under center is going to be crucial for the Bills, who have the daunting task of playing in the AFC East. Wide receiver Sammy Watkins is a nice young talent, but he has proven to be a bit injury prone during his time with the team. The Bills need to draft a wide receiver to compliment him next April, and Clemson’s Mike Williams is the best of the bunch.

Williams may be one of the better wide receiver prospects we have seen in a long time, as he has the ability to change games with his skill set. Not only can he burn cornerbacks deep, but he is not afraid to go over the middle, and has proven that he can make the big catch at the big moment. He is going to be an excellent pro, and having Watkins and Williams on the outside will make the Bills offense one to watch next season.

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