2017 NFL Mock Draft: Projecting First Three Rounds before Scouting Combine

Four of Washington’s defensive linemen are set to hit free agency this offseason. That’s an awful lot of talent to replace, even if they bring a couple of guys back. The Redskins will likely try to find at least one cheaper option to plug into their defensive line in the draft.

Michigan’s Chris Wormley wasn’t the most well known guy on a Wolverines defense littered with talent, but he’s a solid defensive end. He’s a disciplined prospect who doesn’t get washed out by blockers and plugs rushing lanes. While he’s not the most explosive athlete, Wormley is technically sound and capable of doing whatever a team like Washington would ask him to do.

I could very well see Bucky Hodges going earlier than No. 82 overall, but that’s just how this mock draft has panned out. The Broncos need a tight end, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see them go after Hodges in any of the first three rounds.

Hodges is a huge mismatch in the passing game at 6-foot-7 and 245 pounds. He’s a willing blocker, but he’ll make his money in the passing game. He was above average speed given his size, and he does a great job of attacking jump balls. The Broncos have been searching for a legitimate tight end since Julius Thomas left, and Hodges could be a nice one to add to the offense.