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2017 NFL Mock Draft: First-Round Projections after Week 13

By Tyler Brooke

Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines linebacker Jabrill Peppers (5) runs the ball during the first half of a game against the Michigan State Spartans at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines linebacker Jabrill Peppers (5) runs the ball during the first half of a game against the Michigan State Spartans at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 12, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive tackle Montravius Adams (1) and defensive lineman Carl Lawson (55) sack Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jacob Eason (10) during the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive tackle Montravius Adams (1) and defensive lineman Carl Lawson (55) sack Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jacob Eason (10) during the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

46. . EDGE. Auburn. Carl Lawson. 14. player

The Indianapolis Colts have weaknesses all over the board, but they should definitely focus on rebuilding their defense. With Robert Mathis likely nearing the end of his career, the Colts need to find their next dominant pass rusher.

Many scouts were worried Auburn’s Carl Lawson ability to stay healthy entering the season, but the dominant Tigers pass rusher has looked great all year. Heading into Saturday’s game against Alabama, Lawson had already racked up nine sacks and 23 quarterback hurries this season.

What makes Lawson so dangerous is his long arms on his powerful 6’2”, 260-pound frame. He doesn’t always make the right read, but when he does, he is capable of blowing up plays in the backfield.

The Colts desperately need some help on the defense, and someone like Lawson could definitely help them improve on that side of the ball in 2017.

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