The NFL draft is less than three weeks away, and there's no better time like the present to take a closer look at which prospects make sense for each team.
We'll go through each division to pair prospects for each team on Day 1, Day 2 and Day 3 of the draft. (Even if a team does not have a pick on a given day -- example: the Patriots on Day 1 -- we'll still recommend a player, as trades can always change the draft order.)
Important note: This is not a mock draft. We aren't predicting where players will land. Rather, we're identifying a few prospects who fill needs and/or fit what each team likes to do schematically.
Here's a breakdown of the AFC East.
Buffalo Bills
Day 1 (pick No. 10): Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan
Deshaun Watson and Mitchell Trubisky could be wild cards here considering the uncertainty within the organization on whether Tyrod Taylor is the long-term answer at quarterback. If Buffalo elects to stand pat at QB, Davis would be a good fit and would fill a big need especially after losing Robert Woods in free agency. The nearly 6-foot-3 and 210-pound receiver is a savvy route runner and displays good play speed on tape (Davis will not work out for teams before the draft because of an ankle injury). He does have some drops, but his ability to manufacture big plays provides some forgiveness. Davis would be a welcomed addition opposite of the injury-prone Sammy Watkins to help surround Taylor with another weapon.
Day 2: Teez Tabor, CB, Florida
Buffalo has a void to fill at cornerback after losing Stephon Gilmore and nickelback Nickell Robey-Coleman in free agency. Tabor saw his stock take a hit because of poor test times, which included a 4.62 40-yard dash at the combine. However, Tabor could be a good fit within Sean McDermott's zone-heavy scheme. Playing on a team like the Bills would allow Tabor to use his eyes to maximize his instincts and ball skills, which are his stronger traits as a player.
Day 3: Blair Brown, OLB, Ohio
The Bills have high hopes for 2016 second-round pick Reggie Ragland to have a big impact this season after his rookie year was derailed because of a knee injury. However, he and Preston Smith are thumpers, and the need to add an athletic and rangy linebacker is there especially after Zach Brown departed for Washington via free agency. Lorenzo Alexander signed a two-year deal and is coming off a strong 2016 campaign, but he turns 34 this year. Brown is an explosive, under-the-radar, run-and-hit linebacker who could end up finding a starting role within a year or two.
Miami Dolphins
Day 1 (pick No. 22): Jarrad Davis, ILB, Florida
After ranking 30th against the run in 2016, the Dolphins obviously need help along the front seven. Miami signed Lawrence Timmons to a two-year deal, which should allow Kiko Alonso to bump from the middle linebacker position to the outside, where he can utilize more of his athleticism. However, Timmons, 30, hasn't made the same impact as he did early in his career and adding Davis to eventually take over the reins wouldn't be a bad decision. Davis is an instinctive, explosive and physical defender who would make an immediate impact, particularly because of his ability to potentially line up at three linebacker spots if needed.
Day 2: Dan Feeney, OG, Indiana
While Laremy Tunsil is slated to bump outside at left tackle, and the Dolphins retained Jermon Bushrod on a one-year deal, there is a need to infuse young talent on the interior. Feeney is a technician who plays with quality balance and his above-average feel for angles would be ideal within the Dolphins' heavy zone-blocking scheme. In addition, he has shown the ability to bump out to tackle in an emergency situation, the same spot where he lined up as a senior for the Hoosiers. Adding Feeney in the second round would make the Dolphins solid across the board up front, with Ted Larsen adding depth as a versatile reserve.
Day 3: Stevie Tu'ikolovatu, DT, USC
Defensive tackle Jordan Phillips has shown promise, but after losing Earl Mitchell in free agency and failing to sign one of the bigger name, free-agent DTs, Miami needs to add depth in the middle of the defense. At 6-foot-1 and 330 pounds, Tu'ikolovatu is a massive and powerful interior bully who would provide a big boost for the Dolphins' interior run defense.
New England Patriots
Day 1 (No pick as of today): Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford
Should the Patriots elect to deal quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo or cornerback Malcolm Butler and move back into the first round, McCaffrey would likely be on their radar. Running back is not necessarily a pressing need, but it would be a perfect marriage between the draft's most versatile player and the NFL's most creative mind in the NFL in coach Bill Belichick.
Day 2: Tarell Basham, DE, Ohio
At this point, the Patriots aren't slated to make their first selection until the No. 72 overall pick in the third round. The Patriots are drafting there partly because they swapped their late second-round pick (No. 64) with Carolina to move back eight spots to No. 72 in a deal that included DE Kony Ealy. New England also traded a first-round pick to New Orleans for wide receiver Brandin Cooks. Ealy is slated to become a free agent after 2017 and after losing Jabaal Sheard via free agency (Indianapolis), the Patriots could look to add depth on the edges. Basham needs some development, but he has the length, suddenness and bend to develop into a quality edge rusher opposite of the emerging Trey Flowers.
Day 3: Jessamen Dunker, OT, Tennessee State
The Patriots' roster doesn't have many glaring holes, so the team will likely be looking to add pieces for the future. The Patriots return their entire offensive line that gave up just 24 sacks last season (fifth-fewest in the NFL). However, left tackle Nate Solder is slated to be a free agent in 2018, and after giving right tackle Marcus Cannon a six-year extension last fall, the Patriots might look to add a developmental prospect to groom as their back-up plan. Dunker needs to get stronger in his lower body, and he comes with some character concerns. However, he is a twitchy athlete who has the feet and flexibility to develop into a starter down the road. In addition, the Patriots have the leadership and structure that Dunker needs, which might warrant taking a flyer on him in the mid to late rounds.
New York Jets
Day 1 (pick No. 6): Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State
After being tied for 28th in the league with just 14 takeaways in 2016, the Jets are in desperate need for adding defensive playmakers. If they elect to pass on a quarterback at No. 6, being able to land the top cornerback in the class would be a welcomed addition to a secondary that parted ways with Darrelle Revis and still has plenty of holes to fill. Lattimore is an easy mover with quality size, excellent top-end speed, playmaking instincts and good ball skills. He could hold up on an island within the Jets' heavy man-coverage scheme.
Day 2: Ryan Anderson, OLB, Alabama
The Jets might try to make a play for a quarterback such as Patrick Mahomes II or DeShone Kizer, whether it's early in the second round or packaging picks to move back up in the late first to get the extra year on their rookie contract. However, if the Jets go in another direction, getting pass rushing help for a group that had just 27 sacks last season (29th overall) with one of their three Day 2 picks makes sense here. Anderson will get picked apart because of his lack of length and athleticism, but he is one of the more underrated players in this class. He plays with tremendous leverage and has a knack for generating big plays. In addition, Anderson brings a physical edge and the type of leadership you look for along the front seven.
Day 3: Tyler Orlosky, C, West Virginia
The Jets need a lot of help along the offensive line. They've parted ways with longtime stalwart Nick Mangold on the interior, and starting tackle Breno Giacomini was also a cap casualty. They could easily address the unit on Day 2, as well, if they keep all three picks. Adding Orlosky on Day 3 could bring a strong return. Orlosky is an experienced technician who plays on his feet with quality leverage, and he has the potential to quickly develop into a serviceable starter.