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2017 NFL mock draft: Mitch Trubisky heads west

By Brad Weiss

Sep 19, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Budda Baker (32) warms-up before the start of a game against the Utah State Aggies at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 19, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Budda Baker (32) warms-up before the start of a game against the Utah State Aggies at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) points to the sidelines during the first half of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) points to the sidelines during the first half of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /
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Malik McDowell

DT, Michigan State

The Dallas Cowboys were one of the biggest surprises in the NFL this season, as it looked like their season was over when their star quarterback got hurt in the preseason. Tony Romo broke his back against the Seattle Seahawks, and while he was expected back late in the year, there was no way a rookie quarterback would able to navigate a very tough schedule. Well, Dak Prescott did just that, leading the Cowboys to the best record in the NFC over the 16 game regular season.

While the Cowboys lost to the Green Bay Packers in the Division Round, it is clear their work in the 2016 NFL Draft paved the way for them to be very good for a long time. The selection of Ezekiel Elliott in the first round was golden, as he led the league in rushing yards. The team took Prescott in round four, and he wound up being the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Not bad for one draft.

In 2017, the team should look to add depth to their defensive line, and Malik McDowell of Michigan State is a good looking prospect. McDowell has the size and speed to play all over the defensive line, and the Cowboys need players who can get after the quarterback. Rodgers was just given too much time during their playoff matchup, and it eventually led to another early exit in the playoffs for America’s Team.

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