2017 NFL Draft: One Player Each Team Should Target On Day 3

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Sep 3, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators offensive lineman David Sharpe (78) and Massachusetts Minutemen defensive lineman Sha-Ki Holines (95) battle at the line of scrimmage during the second half of a football game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The Gators won 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports /

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Atlanta Falcons: David Sharpe, OG/OT – Florida

Sharpe played tackle in college, but projects to possibly play guard if necessary at the necessary. He has exceptional size and moves well for the position. Obviously the offense isn’t the first thing you think about needing to be improved when it comes to the Falcons. However, they could stand to see an upgrade in the trenches to pave the way for their talented running back duo.

Carolina Panthers: Jake Butt, TE – Michigan

The Panthers don’t need a tight end right now as Greg Olsen is still trucking along and making defenders look silly in the process. With that being said, Olsen isn’t a young player and Carolina does need to look for his replacement. Butt would’ve been a high Day 2 pick if not for tearing his ACL in the Orange Bowl. He’ll have time to recover behind Olsen, though, and will be a major asset.

New Orleans Saints: Davon Godchaux, DL – LSU

There’s a good chance that Godchaux is off the board when the Saints make their final pick of the draft in the sixth round. With that being said, they’d be wise to address the interior of the line with that pick and add depth, which Godchaux would do while adding upside.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Carlos Watkins, DL – Clemson

Watkins’ draft stock fell after the Combine and his pro day when he didn’t test particularly well. You know what he does do well, though? Make plays in the trenches on the defensive line. That’s a big need for the Buccaneers moving forward and Watkins could potentially play right away if necessary, but should have time to grow and play just situationally right away.

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