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Could these local players be first-round NFL picks in 2019? One mock draft says yes. | News & Observer

The dust has barely settled on the 2018 NFL draft, but it’s never too soon to look ahead to 2019.

CBSsports.com put out its first 2019 mock draft and there are several names with Triangle ties expected to go in the first round, including a pair of former high school teammates.

Here’s a look at the local players who could go early in next year's draft. The draft order was based on the 2018 draft.

No. 4 - Dexter Lawrence, Chicago Bears

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