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

By Tyler Brooke

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
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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Oct 15, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA;Missouri Tigers defensive end Charles Harris (91) works out prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA;Missouri Tigers defensive end Charles Harris (91) works out prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

EDGE. Missouri. Charles Harris. 32. player. 47.

The New England Patriots obviously don’t have a lot of needs, so they can afford to go with the best player available with the final pick of the first round. Missouri’s Charles Harris might not be the best scheme fit, but something tells me he could still play as a 4-3 defensive end.

Harris has been a disruptive force in the backfield on a consistent basis this season despite the rest of his Tigers team struggling. Heading into Saturday’s game against the Volunteers, Harris had already picked up eight sacks and six QB hurries.

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The Missouri prospect comes in at a solid 6’3” and 255 pounds with room to grow. He’s a polished pass rusher with a number of moves at his disposal, including a nasty spin move. Some may argue that Harris has limited upside because his technique is already so solid, but he could continue to hit the weight room and get even stronger.

Harris probably fits best as a 3-4 edge rusher, but he could at least come in on obvious passing situations and make an impact for the Patriots.

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