2015 NFL Mock Draft: Chicago Bears grab Amari Cooper

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Nov 29, 2014; Tallahassee, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) runs the ball past Florida Gators defensive lineman Dante Fowler Jr. (6) and linebacker Antonio Morrison (3) during the game at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Vastola-USA TODAY Sports

3. player. 52. The Jaguars stay within the state lines to select a cornerstone of their defense, and a new toy for Gus Bradley to play with.  The Jaguars are rebuilding their franchise the right way, and Fowler gives them a pass rusher with the potential of consistent double-digit sacks. <p>Standing at 6’3″, 261 pounds, Fowler’s explosiveness off the edge is at the top of this draft class, and a 4.60-second time in the 40-yard dash backs up the film. Fowler can chase down a running back outside the tackles to limit big plays, and his versatility will be used to his full potential as a part of this defensive scheme.</p> <p>Coming from Seattle, Gus Bradley knows exactly how to move the talented Fowler around the field like he was at Florida. There remains a raw element to Fowler’s game, but the Jaguars are not about to knock on the door of the playoffs this coming season. This is yet another piece of a very encouraging puzzle that is being put together in Jacksonville.</p>. OLB. Florida. Dante Fowler Jr.

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