2017 NFL Mock Draft: First-Round Projections after Week 12

Nov 12, 2016; Fayetteville, AR, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a large gain after a reception during the first quarter of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 24, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /

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Again, I have a really hard time having a team picking this early take a quarterback. The San Francisco 49ers may very well reach for a QB if they pick this early, but considering they rank near the bottom of the league in sacks, I think that they’d be better off trying to address the pass rush.

If the 49ers don’t take Texas A&M edge rusher Myles Garrett with the No. 2 pick, someone will shortly after, because he is one of the most impressive prospects in this class.

Garrett comes in at a frightening 6’5” and 270 pounds and uses that size to manhandle offensive linemen. He can either bull rush or bend the edge when rushing the passer, making him a dangerous weapon for a defense.

Although the Aggies edge rusher will need to develop his technique a bit more, Garrett’s upside is through the roof. With Garrett on the 49ers defense, their pass rush would be getting a significant boost.

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