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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Dalvin Cook makes his case

By Brad Weiss

Nov 19, 2016; Syracuse, NY, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) carries the ball during the first quarter of a game against the Syracuse Orange at the Carrier Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Syracuse, NY, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) carries the ball during the first quarter of a game against the Syracuse Orange at the Carrier Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 26, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans defensive back Adoree Jackson (2) is pursued by Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive back Nick Coleman (24) on a 97-yard touchdown kickoff return in the third quarter during a NCAA football game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans defensive back Adoree Jackson (2) is pursued by Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive back Nick Coleman (24) on a 97-yard touchdown kickoff return in the third quarter during a NCAA football game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

26. player. 44. . CB. USC. Adoree' Jackson

How good are the Atlanta Falcons on offense? Well, this past Saturday they absolutely destroyed the Arizona Cardinals, who came into the game rated as one of the best defenses in the league. Not only were they able to put up a ton of points, but they were able to do it without much help from their best player, Julio Jones. Atlanta has two good running backs as well, making them the most dangerous offense team in the NFC.

Their defense? That is another story, as they may be a player or two away from being a legitimate Super Bowl contender. The 2017 NFL Draft will be loaded with playmakers on defense, and there may be none bigger than Adoree’ Jackson of the USC Trojans. Not only is he a premier cornerback, but Jackson is also the best return man in college football, making him a lock for the first round in April if he comes out.

Atlanta was once home to Deion Sanders, who captivated the football world with his ability to be a shutdown corner, and then return the punt back for a touchdown. Jackson has that kind of ability, and while he is by no means as talented as Neon Deion, he would be an instant sparkplug for the Falcons. The Trojans have finished the 2016 college regular season as the hottest team in the nation, and Jackson is a big reason why.

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