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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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Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) walks on the field during the first quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) walks on the field during the first quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Chicago Bears- Alabama DE Jonathan Allen

Offensively: 15th Yds/G, 28th PPG

Defensively: 15TH Yds/G, 24th PPG

Team Needs: QB, WR, T, DE, CB

Beside the early signs of arthritis in his shoulder, there really isn’t a knock on Jonathan Allen from a player perspective. If you throw on the tape you’ll see he lights up offensive lineman time after time.

I am a big supporter of the belief that your backs and receivers are only as good as their offensive line. Same concept here regarding defense. If you have a strong front seven the rest will follow. Although guys like Jamal Adams, Malik Hooker, and Marshon Lattimore look the part and are considered the flashy pick, Allen also looks the part and could be a perennial pro bowler at the position.

Prince Amukamara and Quentin Demps were solid pick ups for the Bears and possibly great bridge players for those positions while the Bears solidify their front seven with this pick.

NFL Comparison: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Defensive Tackle Gerald McCoy

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