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2017 NFL Mock Draft: 1st-Round Projections after Week 3

By Tyler Brooke

Sep 4, 2016; Austin, TX, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) throws in the second quarter against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 4, 2016; Austin, TX, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) throws in the second quarter against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 2, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) stands on the field between plays during the first half against the Furman Paladins at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 2, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) stands on the field between plays during the first half against the Furman Paladins at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /

The defensive line has been an issue for the Washington Redskins for years. Unfortunately, they weren’t able to address that unit this offseason, but they could have a chance to when the 2017 NFL draft comes around.

Michigan State defensive lineman Malik McDowell could be a great option for the Redskins. Although he plays as an interior defender in Michigan State’s 4-3 scheme, McDowell’s versatility could allow him to play all over the line in Washington’s 3-4 defense. He is a natural pass rusher that can also plug up rushing lanes.

Washington’s defense has some playmakers, but having someone with the versatility and aggressiveness of McDowell on the defensive line could be a game changer.

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