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2016 NFL Rookie Redo

By Michael Beaudwin

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view as Carson Wentz (North Dakota State) is selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the number two overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Anderson-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view as Carson Wentz (North Dakota State) is selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the number two overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Anderson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 1, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (20) tackles Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Michael Thomas (13) on a kickoff return but is penalized for the horse collar in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings win 27-25. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 1, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (20) tackles Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Michael Thomas (13) on a kickoff return but is penalized for the horse collar in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings win 27-25. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports /

Mackensie Alexander to the Atlanta Falcons

There are probably a few reasons why Mackensie Alexander is buried on the Minnesota Vikings’ depth chart. It could be because he lacked discipline in college, or that he didn’t have any interceptions as a two-year starter, but mainly, it is because of the depth they already have.

That’s what good teams do; draft for depth. The Vikings have done an excellent job building their roster every year. With that said, Alexander is already on one of the best possible defenses to develop, but this article is not about developing, it’s about the possibility of being an impact on a team…and daydreaming. Wild, NFL daydreaming.

Yes, Alexander likely needs time to develop, but being on the Atlanta Falcons would allow him to develop on the field. The Falcons clearly do not have a problem generating points. They also have no problem allowing points.  Look, Atlanta may not be in trouble now, but when it comes time for the playoffs they are going to need this type of defensive help. It is worth noting that during Alexander’s time at Clemson, opposing teams stayed away from him.

Alexander was a top CB prospect in the 2016 Draft. At Clemson, he played bigger than he is and had the speed to keep up with all opponents. Two traits that carry over in the NFL. If he were on the Falcons he wouldn’t be a shutdown corner, but he would definitely be an upgrade for them.

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