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2018 NFL Mock Draft: Early June Edition

ByJon 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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Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) goes against Washington Huskies offensive lineman Trey Adams (72) as Allen pressures quarterback Jake Browning (3) during the first quarter of the 2016 CFP Semifinal at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) goes against Washington Huskies offensive lineman Trey Adams (72) as Allen pressures quarterback Jake Browning (3) during the first quarter of the 2016 CFP Semifinal at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

31. Atlanta Falcons- Trey Adams, OL, Washington

So much of the Atlanta Falcons success last season can be linked to their improved offensive line play. They were able to establish a highly effective running attack and provide Matt Ryan with time to survey the field.

While the offensive line was a strength, they still have a hole at right guard that needs to be filled. The retirement of Chris Chester created a void that Atlanta didn’t fill this offseason.

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They will have a competition for the starting job this offseason between Ben Garland, Wes Schweitzer and rookie Sean Harlow. Neither of these options are ideal for a franchise looking to make back-to-back Super Bowl appearances.

Washington’s Trey Adams is a versatile offensive lineman who has most of his experience at left tackle. However, he has the skill set needed to make a move inside to guard. Adding someone with some left tackle potential will also provide some injury insurance.

The Falcons were very lucky to land Dontari Poe on a 1-year prove it deal. Poe’s free agent market was slow so he decided to join the Falcons with the hopes of regaining some value. A strong season from Poe would put him out of Atlanta’s price range.

This would create an opening at defensive tackle that the Falcons could fill via the draft.

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