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NFL Mock Draft 2016: Trades Reshape the Top of the Draft

By Austin Smith

Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jake Coker (14) is sacked by Clemson Tigers defensive end Shaq Lawson (90) during the second quarter in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jake Coker (14) is sacked by Clemson Tigers defensive end Shaq Lawson (90) during the second quarter in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

11. player. 57. Chicago is looking to get back to playing defense like the Bears of old. To do that, they need to up their pass rush, especially given the switch to the 3-4. Lawson profiles very nicely and a 3-4 DE, something Chicago is short on at the moment. The Clemson standout led the nation in sacks a year ago and would provide an above average pass rush from a cornerstone position. Some are concerned with a lack of athleticism, but he’d be a great fit in the Windy City.. DE. Clemson. Shaq Lawson

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