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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Jets go quarterback

By Brad Weiss

Sep 24, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in game action against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Texas A&M won 45-24. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 24, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in game action against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Texas A&M won 45-24. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) in action during the game against the USC Trojans at AT&T Stadium. Alabama defeats USC 52-6. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) in action during the game against the USC Trojans at AT&T Stadium. Alabama defeats USC 52-6. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Cam Robinson

OT, Alabama

The Houston Texans made it to the playoffs in 2016, as they finished the regular season atop the AFC South. The real issue with this franchise is that they spent way too much money on Brock Osweiler, who absolutely flopped in the first season of his $72 million dollar contract. They may never make it further than the first round with him under center, which is a shame considering how elite their defense is.

As the team heads to the 2017 NFL Draft, they should look to bolster their offensive line. While Osweiler is definitely not the answer at quarterback, having a solid offense line should enable however is under center to get the ball to the team’s playmakers. Cam Robinson from Alabama is one of the best offensive line prospects in this draft, and would instantly give the Texans a solid offensive tackle for next season.

Houston has some incredible players on their offense, as Lamar Miller is one of the better backs in the AFC. DeAndre Hopkins and Will Fuller are solid options on the outside, and even with Osweiler at quarterback, the Texans will win a bunch of games next season. Robinson can play on both sides of the line, and if their defense stays intact, the Texans have to be considered the favorite in the AFC South once again in 2017.

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