If we've learned anything this week, it's that there's a very good chance the Atlanta Falcons will be in the market for at least one or two defensive tackles this offseason. In case you missed it, general manager Thomas Dimitroff said Wednesday at the NFL combine in Indianapolis that Dontari Poe "will be going to the market" and is "going to sign a deal somewhere and be happy."
Now, could "somewhere" be Atlanta? Technically, I suppose it still could be, but it sure doesn't seem like that's the case here. At all. And that comment definitely makes the Falcons' pick in my first NFL mock draft of the year a little easier.
I think by now you know where I'm going with this, right?
I should point out that I am not privy to any insider information, any draft boards or any conversations whatsoever inside the building about personnel. So, keep in mind that all of this - all 32 picks below - is just my opinion based on what I've seen and read the past several months.
Alright, on to the mock draft.

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FS Derwin James, Florida State. The Legion of Boom is reaching the end? Let's tap the brakes a little. If the Seahawks can land James here (which will be somewhat shocking), the 12's will be going nuts after adding the best safety in this draft class. He's a playmaker who can blitz, cover and hit.

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