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Last Chance 2017 NFL Mock Draft

By Bob Stumpe

Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the podium on stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the podium on stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end O.J. Howard (88) makes a touchdown catch against Clemson Tigers safety Van Smith (23) during the third quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end O.J. Howard (88) makes a touchdown catch against Clemson Tigers safety Van Smith (23) during the third quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Alabama TE OJ Howard

Offensively: 11th Yds/G, 14th PPG

Defensively: 20th Yds/G, 17th PPG

Team Needs: OL, DE, OLB

The Bucs sure could use a tackle here but why reach? They have a solid tight end already in Cameron Brate but adding Howard here won’t just add to your passing game, it adds to the run as well.

Anytime you’re in the Bucs situation, which is having below average offensive tackle talent and not a whole lot of talent at that position with their current pick in the draft, they should maybe go the two tight end approach.

Howard is said to be not only the best tight end in this draft but also possibly the best receiver. Running a two tight end system would help your tackles out as well as add another wrinkle to your offense.

NFL Comparison: Carolina Panthers Tight End Greg Olsen

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