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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Patrick Mahomes on the rise

By Brad Weiss

Oct 24, 2015; Norman, OK, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Patrick Mahomes (5) looks to pass the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2015; Norman, OK, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Patrick Mahomes (5) looks to pass the ball against the Oklahoma Sooners during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive end Taco Charlton (33) rushes the passer against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive end Taco Charlton (33) rushes the passer against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports /
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Taco Charlton

DE, Michigan

The Miami Dolphins had an incredible 2016 NFL season, as they were arguably the hottest team in the league for the better half of the season half of the season. The wheels kind of fell off the wagon late in the year, as quarterback Ryan Tannehill injured his knee and had to miss the final few games. Miami had to play their wild card round game with Matt Moore at quarterback, as they were quickly disposed of by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Heading toward the draft, the Dolphins need to add some depth to the defensive end position. Veteran Mario Williams has likely already played his best football, and the team needs to add someone to go alongside star Cameron Wake on the outside. The Dolphins front could be a serious strength if they could add a player of Taco Charlton’s talent, as they try to repeat on their success of this past season.

Charlton is a special player, who showed just how versatile he can be on the bigger stages this season. He was all over the field in the team’s loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes, but the scouts took notice when he ran down a running back from across the field. He may actually move to linebacker at the next level, but one thing is for sure, he is definitely a first round talent.

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