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2017 NFL Mock Draft: Week 16 Update

By Jon Dove

Nov 19, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) is tackled by Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Brantley (57) during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) is tackled by Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Brantley (57) during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 5, 2016; Auburn, AL, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Carl Lawson (55) sacks Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Kyle Shurmur (14) during the fourth quarter at Jordan Hare Stadium. Auburn won 23-16. Mandatory Credit: Shanna Lockwood-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 5, 2016; Auburn, AL, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive lineman Carl Lawson (55) sacks Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Kyle Shurmur (14) during the fourth quarter at Jordan Hare Stadium. Auburn won 23-16. Mandatory Credit: Shanna Lockwood-USA TODAY Sports /

San Diego Chargers

1st Round, No. 7 overall- Carl Lawson, Edge, Auburn

2nd Round, No. 39 overall- Ethan Pocic, C, LSU

3rd Round, No. 71 overall- Adam Bisnowaty, OL, Pittsburgh

The San Diego Chargers could be again looking at upgrading the talent along the offensive line but would be better off waiting until day two of the draft. They could find themselves in a similar situation with Cam Robinson as they are with DJ Fluker.

Instead, they could improve their pass rush and prepare for the possible loss of Melvin Ingram via free agency. Carl Lawson is a productive and savvy pass rusher. He uses a combination of speed, power and leverage to get after the quarterback.

Lawson also plays the run with integrity which makes him a true every-down player.

Ethan Pocic has rare athleticism for the center position which makes him extremely versatile. He’s someone who can easily reach the 2nd level, pull to the edge or trap. It’s even possible that he could move outside to tackle in a pinch.

Adam Bisnowaty is a powerful run blocker who has improved as a player each season. He still needs to improve his consistency in pass protection, but the potential is there for him to develop into a solid starter in the NFL.

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