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2017 NFL Draft: Full Atlanta Falcons Mock Draft 3.0

By Eric Robinson

Oct 15, 2016; Knoxville, TN, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Eddie Jackson (4) returns a kick against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Knoxville, TN, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Eddie Jackson (4) returns a kick against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 19, 2016; Winston-Salem, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Carlos Watkins (94) lines up against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at BB&T Field. Clemson defeated Wake 35-13. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Winston-Salem, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Carlos Watkins (94) lines up against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at BB&T Field. Clemson defeated Wake 35-13. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

The defensive tackle position has been a mixed bag for the Atlanta Falcons this season. Nose tackle Grady Jarrett has been a solid option on the interior but veterans Jonathan Babineaux and Tyson Jackson may not be around in 2017. Both players have also been steady this season but the team is in need of an upgrade to team with Jarrett and backup Ra’Shede Hageman.

Carlos Watkins’ athleticism will fit well with the Falcons and provide some pass rushing juice from up the middle. His addition also ensures a consistent rotation on the line with pass rushers and interior linemen.