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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Browns and Titans Clean up

By Carl Cockerham

Jan 1, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) celebrates a quarterback sack during the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2015 Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) celebrates a quarterback sack during the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2015 Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 24, 2015; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jake Coker (14) under pressure from Tennessee Volunteers defensive end Derek Barnett (9) during the second quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2015; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jake Coker (14) under pressure from Tennessee Volunteers defensive end Derek Barnett (9) during the second quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /

56. In the past, Derek Barnett was known to be great against the run and okay rushing the passer. But he is now one of the more productive pass rushers in college football. He’s not built like your prototypical edge rusher but he gets to the quarterback with the best of them. <p>Among all this year’s draft prospects, he is second to only DeMarcus Walker, who has 13 sacks, with 11. And yes, he is still just as great as he always was against the run. As a pass rusher, it all starts with how well he times his get-off with the snap, creating an instant advantage.</p> <p>From there, he has plenty of burst around the edge and will go back inside if you overset. Barnett is also skilled with his hands as his hand placement keeps pass blockers from latching on. He’s also very powerful, allowing him to kick inside to defensive tackle on occasion.</p> <p>The Cincinnati Bengals can use a player like that on their front-7 against the run and pass. They especially need to be able to put heat and quarterbacks like Ben Roethlisberger and Joe Flacco. The Bengals may get themselves back in the playoffs after drafting a player like Barnette..</p>. DE. Tennessee. Derek Barnett. 6. player

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