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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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Dec 28, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes tight end David Njoku (86) dives for the end zone to score a touchdown against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the second half at Camping World Stadium. The Miami Hurricanes defeat the West Virginia Mountaineers 31-14. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 28, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes tight end David Njoku (86) dives for the end zone to score a touchdown against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the second half at Camping World Stadium. The Miami Hurricanes defeat the West Virginia Mountaineers 31-14. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /
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David Njoku

TE, Miami

The Atlanta Falcons had an incredible 2016 NFL regular season, as their offense performed at a historic level. Quarterback Matt Ryan threw for nearly 5,000 yards, leading the Falcons to their second Super Bowl appearance in franchise history.

Ryan not only led his team to the Super Bowl, but he also won his first NFL MVP Award, edging out New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. Ryan had the luxury of throwing to arguably the best wide receiver in football in Julio Jones, while guys like Mohamed Sanu Sr. and Taylor Gabriel also had great seasons. The Falcons also have two very good running backs, so bringing in a quality pass-catching tight end would make this team even more dangerous.

David Njoku of Miami is an incredible talent, and he is one of two elite tight ends in this draft. While we expect O.J. Howard to be the first tight end selected, Njoku has the kind of athletic ability that could put him in the top-20. If he is available this late in round one, he would give the Falcons another incredible playmaker for Ryan to throw to next season.

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