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2017 NFL Draft: Final Round 1 Mock for All 32 Picks

By Peter Panacy

May 8, 2014; New York, NY, USA; A general view of the stage and podium before the start of the 2014 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports
May 8, 2014; New York, NY, USA; A general view of the stage and podium before the start of the 2014 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 3, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) celebrates a defensive stop during the first quarter of the SEC Championship college football game against the Florida Gators at Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Florida 54-16. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) celebrates a defensive stop during the first quarter of the SEC Championship college football game against the Florida Gators at Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Florida 54-16. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

Jonathan Allen. 4. player. 52. . Defensive Tackle. Alabama

The Jacksonville Jaguars have spent a lot of money in free agency to address the defensive front seven, namely along the defensive line.

Calais Campbell is the newest addition. But at 30 years old, one has to wonder if his age will start to show. His production with the Arizona Cardinals last year could be a sign of things to come.

Instead, the Jaguars should look to build their defense via the NFL Draft. This starts with Alabama defensive tackle Jonathan Allen.

Allen was once considered the best prospect not named Myles Garrett. While his stock has slipped some, he’s still an enticing top-five talent in this year’s class.

Making the selection even more viable is the fact Allen can line up anywhere along the line, which is exactly the kind of piece Jacksonville needs moving forward.