player. 44. The Falcons have a number of needs to be addressed. They must add more talent and playmakers to their defense and linebacker is one of the key areas that needs upgrading. Head coach Dan Quinn wants to add more pass rushing to the defense. Louisville’s Sheldon Rankins is one of the best interior pass rushers in the draft. He’s not an edge rusher but they took one last year in Vic Beasley, so they will address another position first. The Falcons could use a player of Rankins abilities on defense<b> </b>. Defensive Tackle. Louisville. Sheldon Rankins. 17
Mackensie Alexander. 18. player. 46. The Colts have a franchise quarterback in Andrew Luck that needs to be protected. However, with the top offensive tackles already off the board the Colts will have to address another need and cornerback is chief among them. Mackensie Alexander has the skills to give the Colts a shut down cornerback for their defense. <b> </b>. Cornerback. Clemson
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