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2018 NFL Mock Draft: Early June Edition

By Jon Dove

Dec 21, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Wyoming Cowboys quarterback Josh Allen (17) looks to pass during the third quarteragainst the Brigham Young Cougars at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 21, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Wyoming Cowboys quarterback Josh Allen (17) looks to pass during the third quarteragainst the Brigham Young Cougars at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 29, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Christian Kirk (3) returns a punt for a 70 yard touchdown against the New Mexico State Aggies in the first half at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Christian Kirk (3) returns a punt for a 70 yard touchdown against the New Mexico State Aggies in the first half at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports /

16. Detroit Lions- Christian Kirk, WR, Texas A&M

The Detroit Lions are in solid position this year at the wide receiver position. Golden Tate and Marvin Jones are talented players and fit with Matthew Stafford. However, Tate is aging and could be let go after the season to save some money.

Moving on from Tate would create an opening which could be addressed via the draft. Texas A&M’s Christian Kirk is an explosive athlete who runs crisp routes. He’s a big-play waiting to happen capable of taking a short pass and producing big yardage.

Kirk’s in a similar mold of Tate in that he’s more about creating space rather than using size. The Lions could slide Kirk into Tate’s spot and save some money.

Detroit also has needs along the defensive line, in the secondary and at running back. They desperately need a defensive end who could take some pressure off of Ziggy Ansah. NC State’s Bradley Chubb would be a logical option.

A powerful running back like Alabama’s Bo Scarbrough could also be a great addition. The Lions running game has been a problem for the past few seasons. They have a pass-catching back in Theo Riddick, but lack someone capable of moving the chains.

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