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Dolphins make Missouri DE Charles Harris 2017's 22nd overall pick

The Miami Dolphins have found a way to address a serious need at defensive end while also taking one of their top-ranked pass-rushers on their draft board, as the team drafted 22-year old Charles Harris out of Missouri with the 22nd overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft.

Harris, who is regarded as somewhat undersized for a defensive end, standing at 6-3 and 253 pounds, is described as an explosive rusher off the edge with a great burst and hands while also being able to utilize an impressive spin move thanks to his background in basketball.

u200bIn his 2016 season for the Missouri Tigers, Harris accumulated 9 sacks and 12 tackles for a loss, and he was a two-time second-team All-SEC selection in his college career.