NFL Draft 400: Ranking the Draft's Top Defensive Linemen
The 2017 NFL draft class features elite talents at the top of the board in Texas A&M's Myles Garrett and LSU's Leonard Fournette. After that? This is one of the deepest classes in the six years I've been scouting for Bleacher Report.
Stacking the board from top to bottom for the '17 class was no easy task. There are a record-breaking number of first-round talents on my board. Outside of Round 1, it was easy to imagine 60 of the top players landing in the top 40. If you can't find starters in Round 4 of this class, you're doing it wrong.
So, who is the best overall? How about the best at each position? The goal of the NFL Draft 400 series is to figure that out.
The top 400 players were tracked, scouted, graded and ranked by me and my scouting assistants, Marshal Miller and Dan Bazal, and Connor Rogers. Together, we viewed tape of a minimum of three games per player (the same standard NFL teams use). Oftentimes, we saw every play by a prospect over the last two years. That led to the grades, rankings and scouting reports you see here.
Players were graded on strengths and weaknesses, with a pro-player comparison added to match the prospect's style or fit. The top 400 players will be broken down position by position for easy viewing before the release of a top-400 big board prior to the draft.
In the case of a tie, players were ranked based on their overall grade in our top 400.
Here are the top defensive linemen in the 2017 draft.
Matt Miller's NFL Draft Grading Scale
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At the end of each scouting report, you'll see a final grade that falls somewhere between 4.00 and 9.00. This scale comes from the teaching I received from Charley Casserly, Michael Lombardi and other former and current front office personnel in the NFL. I tweaked it this year to be more transparent, and as a result, each player received a number grade as well as a ranking.
This applies to all positions across the board.
| Grade | Label |
| 9.00 | Elite—No. 1 pick |
| 8.00-8.99 | All-Pro—Rare Talent |
| 7.50-7.99 | Round 1—Pro Bowl Potential |
| 7.00-7.49 | Round 1—Top-15 Player Potential |
| 6.50-6.99 | Round 2—Rookie Impact/Future Starter |
| 6.00-6.49 | Round 3—Rookie Impact/Future Starter |
| 5.80-5.99 | Round 3-4—Future Starter |
| 5.70-5.79 | Round 4—Backup Caliber |
| 5.60-5.69 | Round 5—Backup Caliber |
| 5.30-5.59 | Round 6—Backup Caliber |
| 5.10-5.25 | Round 7—Backup Caliber |
| 5.00 | Priority Free Agent |
| 4.50-4.99 | Camp Player |
36. Harold Brantley, Northwest Missouri State
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2" | 273 lbs | 5.10s | N/A | N/A | N/A |
POSITIVES
Harold Brantley was a two-year starter at the University of Missouri (2013-14) before he transferred to Northwest Missouri State following the 2015 season. He looks the part of an athletic, aggressive pass-rushing defensive tackle or end depending on the scheme. Brantley has flashed production and potential, including five sacks in 10 starts (14 games) in his final season at Mizzou. He's a quick, instinctive rusher with enough moves coming off his initial surge to confuse and beat blockers. Brantley has the strength and agility to get onto the field in the NFL if he can check boxes off the field.
NEGATIVES
Brantley didn't play in 2015 after he broke his tibia and several ribs and injured his knee in a car accident. He was then dismissed from Missouri for an academic issue. Brantley will turn 24 years old as a rookie and has played in just 11 games in the last two years. His football future is in question, but an NFL team may take a flier on him as an undrafted free agent, hoping he can develop on the practice squad and again show the potential he did in 2014. The first step will be to build back the size and strength Brantley had when he played at 290-295 pounds; he was listed at 280 by Northwest Missouri State.
PRO COMPARISON: Jay Bromley, New York Giants
FINAL GRADE: 4.99/9.00 (Undrafted Free Agent)
35. Jason Carr, West Georgia
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'5 1/4" | 302 lbs | 5.33s | N/A | N/A | 8.19s |
POSITIVES
Jason Carr originally signed with Tennessee out of high school and played defensive tackle as a true freshman. He then landed at Northeast Mississippi Community College before he transferred to West Georgia for his final two seasons. He looks the part, with awesome height, length and weight distribution, and he has the frame to still add weight and strength. Carr notched four sacks over the last two seasons but was most impressive in the run game, where his length allows him to create a ton of separation when blockers try to get into his frame. Carr is purely a project, but a team could pick him up as a free agent and use him as a practice squad development player.
NEGATIVES
Carr was nearly moved to offensive tackle by the staff at Tennessee because of his struggles on defense. He didn't want to play there and instead transferred. Carr hasn't seen NFL talent since his true freshman season and will need a lot of coaching before he's ready to see the field. He doesn't flash the speed or burst to stun blockers and may be limited to a 3-4 defensive end role because of his marginal athleticism.
PRO COMPARISON: Dean Lowry, Green Bay Packers
FINAL GRADE: 4.99/9.00 (Undrafted Free Agent)
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34. Matthew Godin, Michigan
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'5 1/2" | 295 lbs | 5.13s | 33 1/8" | 9" | 7.53s |
POSITIVES
A full-time starter at Michigan for one year, Matthew Godin was part of a loaded defensive line rotation. A tall player with the length and hand use to stand up blockers, Godin is an asset against the run and could be a 3-4 defensive end. He's a high-effort hard worker and would be a no-nonsense addition as a backup end or rotational lineman. Godin has a limited ceiling, but you know exactly what you're getting with his skill set.
NEGATIVES
Godin is not a pass-rusher and was a two-down player at Michigan. He produced just three sacks in his time in Ann Arbor and won't threaten anyone with his first-step quickness or pass-rushing moves. He's a straight-ahead player who has the strength to stack well in the run game. His pursuit skills are poor, and he's best suited to play in a phone booth and shut down interior running lanes. Godin's lack of production works against him, and his poor athleticism also makes him an undrafted free-agent prospect.
PRO COMPARISON: Lawrence Thomas, New York Jets
FINAL GRADE: 4.99/9.00 (Undrafted Free Agent)
33. Joey Ivie, Florida
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'3" | 300 lbs | 5.10s | 32 1/2" | 9 5/8" | 8.05s |
POSITIVES
A one-year starter at Florida, Joey Ivie looks and moves like an NFL defensive tackle. He has a good frame and strength and has been a versatile mover along the line, playing both nose tackle and in gaps. Coaches we spoke to loved Ivie and said he was the leader of a defensive line room filled with serious talent and personality. He's a hustler who flashes the hand use to knife through blocks and the strength to play against the run with power.
NEGATIVES
Ivie never put it all together at Florida after being a highly touted prep recruit. His sack production (seven) was poor over the course of his four seasons, and he was never a full-time player, with just 16 starts under his belt. Ivie's film is inconsistent, and he struggles to string together solid plays. He looks the part but doesn't play the part. The lack of production and starting experience make Ivie a project as an undrafted free agent.
PRO COMPARISON: Kyle Love, Carolina Panthers
FINAL GRADE: 4.99/9.00 (Undrafted Free Agent)
32. Jeremy Faulk, Garden City CC
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'1 3/4" | 304 lbs | 5.01s | 32 7/8" | 9 1/4" | 7.69s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Garden City Community College, Jeremy Faulk was far from our radar until a coach at a rival school tipped us off. He was an unstoppable force in the middle of the defensive line and has the size and length to work in the NFL. Faulk had 33.5 tackles for loss and 13.5 sacks in his last two seasons. He transferred to Baylor before he was dismissed from the university and program because of an off-field issue. Faulk elected to enter the 2017 draft instead. He's an upside prospect that must answer questions in interviews about his character and also show coaches and scouts he has the athletic potential to develop into a more complete player. Right now, Faulk is selling his quickness, strength and ability to crash the backfield.
NEGATIVES
Faulk originally signed with Florida Atlantic out of high school and spent two seasons there before playing the 2015 and 2016 seasons at Garden City. In June, Faulk was expelled from Baylor while attempting to transfer, according to Paula Lavigne and Max Olson of Outside the Lines. Coaches at Baylor interviewed Faulk about an incident he was involved in at FAU in which he and a teammate allegedly intruded on a teammate and his girlfriend who were naked in bed. Faulk was also questioned about an alleged sexual assault that was said to have happened at Baylor in April 2016. Faulk was not charged in either case.
On the field, Faulk has never played against NFL talent. He needs to be molded into a technician. If teams sign off on his past, his tape shows enough athleticism and potential for him to be a pickup as an undrafted free agent.
PRO COMPARISON: Jerel Worthy, Buffalo Bills
FINAL GRADE: 4.99/9.00 (Undrafted Free Agent)
31. Dylan Bradley, Southern Miss
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'0 5/8" | 286 lbs | 5.00s | 33 1/8" | 9 1/2" | 7.76s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter, Dylan Bradley turned heads in 2015 with 12.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks. He improved in his senior season, recording 15.5 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks while playing mostly over center in a 3-4 scheme. He's a versatile defender with the tools to play all over the line and surprisingly good length for his size. Bradley is all effort and uses a big toolbox of pass-rushing moves to stun blockers. He's a little dirty and isn't afraid to get violent. He's quick through the shoots and can chase down the ball and had great production to back up his effort.
NEGATIVES
Bradley lacks the size for a role bigger than a rotational rusher. He's a serious tweener and doesn't have the body type to add more mass. Offensive linemen will easily lock up Bradley if he's ever asked to two-gap or line up in a head-up situation. He needs to be put into a gap where he can make plays and beat bigger, heavier blockers with quickness and leverage. His role might be a gadget one early on, but a team with an imagination and some patience could get quality reps from Bradley.
PRO COMPARISON: Dan Klecko, Retired
FINAL GRADE: 4.99/9.00 (Undrafted Free Agent)
30. Chunky Clements, Illinois
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 3/8" | 301 lbs | INJ | 32 7/8" | 10 3/8" | INJ |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Illinois, Chunky Clements is an impressive mover with the athleticism and quickness to play in the NFL. He's able to generate push with his first step and can make splash plays in the backfield. He had 11.5 tackles for loss in 10 starts (12 games) in 2015 and seven more in 2016 despite starting only seven of his 11 games. He is strong, will hold up well against moving blockers and can't be easily chipped off his spot. He's a high-motor player with excellent effort in pursuit. He'll run down the ball and has shown good pass-rushing moves when asked to counter blockers.
NEGATIVES
Clements hurt his shoulder while bench-pressing at his pro day and was a medical exclusion from the combine with a foot injury. He missed two games in 2016 with an injury, too. Clements was charged with misdemeanor battery in April 2016 after he was accused of punching a man at a party. He pleaded not guilty and was sentenced to community service. Clements had limited sack production (six) in college.
PRO COMPARISON: Clinton McDonald, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
FINAL GRADE: 5.00/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 7)
29. Treyvon Hester, Toledo
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 3/8" | 300 lbs | INJ | 32" | 9 3/4" | INJ |
POSITIVES
A four-year starter at Toledo, Treyvon Hester projects well as a 3-technique pass-rusher in a 40 front. He is a worker with a high motor and the quickness and football IQ to make plays and hold down blockers at the line. Hester has been a productive player, notching 31.5 tackles for loss and 13 sacks. He was a team captain in 2016 and coaches privately raved about his progress as a player and leader. Hester has enough quickness and strength to carve out a role as an interior rotational player in a 4-3 defense.
NEGATIVES
Hester will turn 25 years old in September of his rookie season. His 2016 season was cut short when he tore his labrum in October; he underwent surgery in December. Hester has short arms and an average wingspan. He's a short, stout player and plays with poor pad height and a lazy get-off. He's struggled to maintain his playing weight in the past and had to lose 20 pounds before the 2016 season. Because of his shoulder injury, he wasn't able to work out in predraft drills.
PRO COMPARISON: Mike Purcell, San Francisco 49ers
FINAL GRADE: 5.00/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 7)
28. Christian Brown, West Virginia
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 1/8" | 303 lbs | 5.39s | N/A | N/A | 8.02s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at West Virginia, Christian Brown is an athletic mover with quickness who can shoot gaps. Brown can play defensive end in a three-man front or even line up head-up on the center. His versatility will be viewed positively by NFL teams that like violent, aggressive defensive linemen. He has good length (33-inch arms, 80-inch wingspan) for a 6'2" player. Brown is upper-body strong and rocked 34 reps on the bench press at his pro day.
NEGATIVES
Brown will be a 24-year-old rookie. He struggles with pad height despite being a shorter interior pass-rusher and must learn to keep his shoulders low and rear powerful. His motor has been inconsistent. Brown hasn't added impact plays as a pass-rusher, with just four career sacks in the Big 12. He's all over the place on film, with aggressiveness and a lack of control. Brown tested well below the threshold for his size in terms of 40-yard dash (5.39 seconds) and 3-cone drill (8.02) times and may be off boards for that alone.
PRO COMPARISON: David Dean, Cincinnati Bengals
FINAL GRADE: 5.00/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 7)
27. Collin Bevins, Northwest Missouri State
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'4 5/8" | 286 lbs | 5.01s | 33" | 9 3/4" | 7.35s |
POSITIVES
A small-school stud, Collin Bevins started for two seasons at Northwest Missouri State and landed on the radar of many scouts when they arrived to watch his teammate Harold Brantley. Bevins was the more productive of the two. In 2015, he produced 26.5 tackles for loss and 15.5 sacks. His 2016 numbers were down (15.5 tackles for loss, eight sacks) but he was still one of the best players in Division II football. Bevins is a powerful, long-levered player with the quickness to shoot gaps. His real asset is his strength. With a background as a wrestler, Bevins knows how to lock out a blocker and then counter with leverage, quick hands and power to get into the backfield. Once there, he has a big tackle radius and enough speed to chase down ball-carriers.
NEGATIVES
Bevins will struggle to find a natural home in the NFL unless he can add bulk and lower-body strength to a frame that looks maxed out. He has the length and height of a 3-4 defensive end but has to add more sand in his pants to hold up as an anchor against pro tackles. Bevins dominated at a small school, but there was almost no NFL talent opposite him. Even at that level, he often made plays on his second and third effort and did not flash the burst or athleticism to beat higher-level blockers. He was the J.J. Watt of Division II in 2015 but will have a long road to make an NFL roster.
PRO COMPARISON: Adam Gotsis, Denver Broncos
FINAL GRADE: 5.10/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 7)
26. Josh Tupou, Colorado
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 3/4" | 353 lbs | 5.30s | 31 1/4" | 9 7/8" | 8.22s |
POSITIVES
A four-year starter at Colorado, Josh Tupou is projected as an NFL nose tackle. He has a massive frame with huge shoulders and the thick trunk to anchor the middle of a defensive line. Tupou is also upper-body strong and will push blockers back off the snap. He is a durable player, having not missed a start to injury since 2012. He lacks lateral movement skills but can generate a ton of force coming out of his stance. When lined up over center, Tupou can collapse the line. He's a project as a two-down player in the NFL but an ideal fit as a nose tackle in a 3-4 scheme. He'll bring immediate value on short-yardage and goal-line situations.
NEGATIVES
Tupou was suspended for the 2015 season and redshirted after he was accused of starting a fight at a party. He was arrested, but the case was dropped. Tupou was not invited to the combine because of the incident, per an NFL team official. On the field, Tupou offers zero pass-rush potential. He has almost no lateral movement and was like a modern-day Vince Wilfork in the middle of the Buffaloes defensive line. A lack of consistency is also an issue for Tupou. At 353 pounds, his weight must be monitored. Arm length under 32 inches is also a problem for Tupou.
PRO COMPARISON: Phil Taylor, Washington
FINAL GRADE: 5.20/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 7)
25. DeAngelo Brown, Louisville
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'0 3/8" | 312 lbs | 5.59s | 33" | 9 1/8" | 7.78s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter, DeAngelo Brown has played end in a 3-4 defense and has experience getting after the quarterback from inside the tackles as a tackle. He was on fire in 2016, starting every game and notching 13 tackles for loss and three sacks. Brown is at his best splitting double-teams and taking on trash in the middle of the line. He has great power and is able to sit down and anchor with awesome results. Brown is a wall in the middle of the defense or when setting the edge. He is strong, and that translates well to the field. He plays like a wrestler, with leverage and strength.
NEGATIVES
Brown lacks the explosive ability to penetrate and make plays in the backfield. He's a below-average athlete overall and doesn't have the twitch or burst to get into gaps. He's an effort rusher only who has to wear down his man over the course of a game. He's won with power but must learn to be a smarter player in terms of awareness and timing.
PRO COMPARISON: Joey Mbu, Washington
FINAL GRADE: 5.30/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 7)
24. Grover Stewart, Albany State
14 of 37| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'4 3/8" | 334 lbs | 5.12s | 33 1/4" | 9 3/8" | 7.71s |
POSITIVES
A four-year starter, Grover Stewart was a flashy, productive player at Albany State. He looks the part with a huge lower body, good length and impressive upper-body power. Stewart was productive, playing a ton of snaps, and notched 48.5 tackles for loss and 27 sacks in his four seasons. He has the length, power and hand use to attack blockers. He's a violent worker at the line of scrimmage. Stewart has enough power in his trunk to sit down and anchor against the run. He's versatile enough to move down the line but projects best as a nose tackle after being asked to play 5-technique in a 3-4 defense in college.
NEGATIVES
Stewart played at a tiny college and hasn't seen NFL competition. Even on the all-star circuit, he was at the NFLPA game against fringe pro players. Stewart is a huge man who may struggle to move against quick offensive linemen. He plays too high and has to work on getting his pads down off the snap. He was bigger and stronger than most of his opponents and has few developed skills. Stewart's weight has been an issue in the past, according to scouts, and he must prove he can maintain it and handle the conditioning requirements of an NFL team.
PRO COMPARISON: John Jenkins, Chicago Bears
FINAL GRADE: 5.30/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 7)
23. Stevie Tu'ikolovatu, USC
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'1 1/8" | 331 lbs | 5.23s | 33" | 10 1/4" | 7.88s |
POSITIVES
A one-year starter at USC, Stevie Tu'ikolovatu was a graduate transfer from Utah who had a solid showing in his senior year. The 25-year-old is not your typical rookie. He is 6'1" and 331 pounds and packs a punch. Able to use his hands well and shed blockers while keeping his head on a swivel,Tu'ikolovatu plays with a low center of gravity that makes it difficult to move him off point as he anchors in and drives blockers. Tu'ikolovatu will get picked up by a team looking for depth at nose tackle late in the draft.
NEGATIVES
Stamina was a concern, as he played too high when tired. Even though Tu'ikolovatu is not tall, he tends to play tall. He absorbs blockers too often when he could easily shed them and has limited versatility. He saw time as an edge-rusher for the Trojans but lacks the tools to do the same in the NFL. Because of his age and size and weight concerns, Tu'ikolovatu is a late-round project who will only fit in a 3-4 scheme.
PRO COMPARISON: Ryan Carrethers, Los Angeles Chargers
FINAL GRADE: 5.40/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 6)
22. Isaac Rochell, Notre Dame
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'4 1/2" | 280 lbs | 4.89s | 32 3/4 | 9 3/4 | INJ |
POSITIVES
A three-year starter at Notre Dame, Isaac Rochell lined up on the edge of the Fighting Irish defensive line and has the size to project as an end in either a 4-3 or 3-4 scheme. Rochell was a team captain in 2016 and has the size, length and strength to project as a strong-side end. He will walk back blockers when he gets his hands on them and has a high motor. He has become a smart assignment football player who doesn't make flashy plays but is a reliable role player. Rochell is versatile enough to play up and down the line but is a clean projection as a 5-technique end.
NEGATIVES
Head coach Brian Kelly told reporters in a preseason news conference that Rochell had back issues early in his career that affected his play. Rochell started 37 games at Notre Dame but had just 4.5 sacks in that time. He plays with poor balance, body lean and leverage, which points to a stiff core and tight hips. He wasn't able to run shuttle drills at the combine because of a hamstring injury and was held out of Notre Dame's pro day.
PRO COMPARISON: Jack Crawford, Atlanta Falcons
FINAL GRADE: 5.40/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 6)
21. Charles Walker, Oklahoma
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'1 7/8" | 310 lbs | 4.96s | 33 3/4" | 9 5/8" | 7.89s |
POSITIVES
A one-year starter at Oklahoma, Charles Walker has flashed skills that would get him drafted much earlier than the late rounds. He has strong hands to generate a push and uses his 81⅝-inch wingspan to keep blockers locked out. Walker is a strong run-container who can hold up at the point of attack with added strength. He's best suited at 3-technique with average read-and-react ability. He can be a disruptive pass-rusher and has shown instincts for making plays off his quickness and hand use. Walker projects as a rotational run-stopper with enough raw tools and upside for a team to take a chance late.
NEGATIVES
Injuries have been a problem for Walker. He missed five games in 2014 with a sprained knee, one game in 2015 with a concussion, and then after the fourth game of the 2016 season, he was sidelined with another concussion. Walker declared early for the draft and left OU, which led to questions about his dedication. On the field, he is slow off the snap, and that hurts his pass-rush ability. Walker will quit if his initial rush does not work and has a hot-and-cold motor that will prevent him from ever being a full-time player. The history of concussions and poor reviews from coaches could mean Walker goes undrafted.
PRO COMPARISON: Khyri Thornton, Detroit Lions
FINAL GRADE: 5.50/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 6)
20. Jarron Jones, Notre Dame
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'5 3/4" | 316 lbs | 5.33s | 35 1/2" | 10 1/2" | 8.01s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Notre Dame, Jarron Jones had one of 2016's most impressive games with his showing against Miami in October, when he notched six tackles for loss. Jones has amazing length, height and hand size—and an 85⅜-inch wingspan. He can dominate a blocker when he's locked in and has the power to lock horns with a guard or tackle and either stand them up at the line or rock them into the backfield. Jones' flashes are hot and could convince coaches and scouts he has potential. He has the size and length to be a 5-technique in a 3-4 front if developed.
NEGATIVES
Jones will turn 24 years old in March 2018 and is slightly overage as a prospect. He missed time in 2014 (Lisfranc) and 2015 (torn MCL) and might be an injury red flag. Jones' leverage is non-existent, and he must learn to play with much better pad height. He flashes potential but tries to win with finesse moves instead of by dominating blockers with his length and then athleticism. Jones was suspended for the 2015 Stanford game after he fell asleep playing video games and missed a team meeting. Scouts we spoke to said Jones is immature and not a worker.
PRO COMPARISON: Lawrence Guy, New England Patriots
FINAL GRADE: 5.50/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 6)
19. Ryan Glasgow, Michigan
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 7/8" | 302 lbs | 5.13s | 33 3/8" | 9 5/8" | 7.55s |
POSITIVES
A three-year starter at Michigan, Ryan Glasgow is a brick wall against the run who commands double-teams. Glasgow can play both shade nose and 3-technique tackle. He's a high-motor player on clear passing downs and relies on strength to push the pocket. He's a smart player who will turn back upfield to defend screens and has the awareness to play right away. Glasgow's ability to fire out of the blocks and be a disruptor makes him an intriguing prospect for the middle rounds. He has a solid football IQ and bloodlines, as his brother Graham was a third-round pick in the 2016 draft.
NEGATIVES
Glasgow is a limited pass-rusher who is slow off the snap. He posted just five sacks in college despite making 33 starts. He'll be a two-down defender at the next level who's taken off the field on passing downs. He missed four games in 2015 with a torn pectoral muscle. Glasgow's use of his length and hands is poor, and he's too often glued to blockers. His testing times showed a below-average athlete who struggles to move laterally or explosively. His 20 reps on the bench were below expectations.
PRO COMPARISON: Domata Peko, Denver Broncos
FINAL GRADE: 5.70/9.00 (Backup Caliber—Round 4)
18. Vincent Taylor, Oklahoma State
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 5/8" | 304 lbs | 5.07s | 34 3/8" | 10 1/8" | 7.58s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Oklahoma State, Vincent Taylor has a gigantic frame. He's a brick wall in the middle of the defensive line. Taylor is rarely moved and can hold the point of the attack. He forces teams to run away from him and fights like hell on rare pass-rush attempts. He blocked four kicks in 2016, which tied for the FBS lead, and will be an instant special teams contributor. Taylor plays hard and could be an excellent two-down defender at the next level. His sack production in the last two years was good (15.5 sacks), and he has the length and quickness to be a starter. Taylor has upside that is worth developing, which boosts his draft stock.
NEGATIVES
Taylor was on the field for only 54 percent of his team's defensive snaps in 2016, per PFF College, and wasn't a three-down player. His lack of stamina could lead to a rotational role rather than a full-time one. Taylor has limited pass-rush moves and relies on power to beat blockers. He's a below-average athlete who uses his strength to win and must be coached on tools and technique. Taylor's awareness needs work, but it could improve with more snaps.
PRO COMPARISON: Marcus Hardison, Cincinnati Bengals
FINAL GRADE: 5.80/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 4)
17. Jeremiah Ledbetter, Arkansas
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'3 1/8" | 280 lbs | 4.78s | 34 1/4" | 10" | 7.55s |
POSITIVES
The son and cousin of NFL draftees, Jeremiah Ledbetter was a two-year starter at Arkansas after he spent three seasons at Hutchinson Community College. Ledbetter has the size and length of a strong-side defensive end in a 4-3 scheme. He uses his hands well and understands how to create separation with his arms to keep blockers off his frame. Ledbetter was used at both end and tackle at Arkansas and has some value to move up and down the line. Ledbetter is a better athlete than his testing numbers suggest. He moves well and has shown lower-body explosion and upper-body power. Ledbetter is still scratching the surface of his ability and started to come into his own as a versatile lineman in 2016.
NEGATIVES
Ledbetter has a tweener body and isn't a natural fit at defensive end or defensive tackle. He may be a scheme-specific player. He lacks the ability to beat blockers with first-step speed and isn't a gap-shooter. He's an effort blocker who will have to learn secondary pass-rushing tools to beat NFL blockers. Ledbetter is not the kind of player who has the strength to beat double-teams, and he hasn't shown the body control, balance or quickness to be a consistent penetrator. He's a mid-round prospect with upside, but since it's going to be tough to find a fit for him, that may limit which teams have him on their draft boards.
PRO COMPARISON: Anthony Zettel, Detroit Lions
FINAL GRADE: 5.90/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 4)
16. Tanzel Smart, Tulane
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'0 5/8" | 296 lbs | 5.24s | 32 7/8" | 9 5/8" | 7.53s |
POSITIVES
Tanzel Smart started at Tulane for three seasons, logging 36 straight starts and showing awesome durability. Smart can shoot gaps and is a first-step monster who can beat blockers to the hole. He's a tough player who holds his ground on the field and is a high-caliber leader off it. He's an assignment football player who is rarely out of position and doesn't make mistakes. At the Senior Bowl, he played well as an anchor against top NFL-caliber talent. He might not have as much potential as other tackles, but Smart is a solid rotational lineman prospect.
NEGATIVES
Smart is a short, stout player with average length and hands. He lacks experience against top-tier competition and was never a highly productive player in pass-rushing situations. He notched only 9.5 sacks in college and lacks lateral quickness and the closing speed to go after the quarterback when he gets through the gap. His foot speed can be heavy and slow. Without great size or speed, Smart has a limited ceiling.
PRO COMPARISON: Stephen Paea, Dallas Cowboys
FINAL GRADE: 5.90/9.00 (Rotational Player—Round 4)
15. D.J. Jones, Ole Miss
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'0 5/8" | 319 lbs | 5.04s | 32 1/2" | 10 1/4" | 7.73s |
POSITIVES
A transfer from East Mississippi Community College, D.J. Jones started for one year at Ole Miss, playing nose tackle. Jones has the mass to sit down and close off traffic to the second level. He's a tough, high-motor player with the lower-body power to be an effective anchor. Jones is still learning to play football at a high level but was impressive against Southeastern Conference offenses despite having little experience against top-tier competition. He has upside and could become a solid rotational defensive lineman in his rookie season.
NEGATIVES
A lack of lateral quickness and burst are a major concern for projecting Jones forward to the NFL. He doesn't have the first step to beat a blocker to the gap and is too easily controlled with an angle block or chip. His conditioning looks to be poor and his body a little soft. Jones doesn't use his length well and was not productive as a pass-rusher (six sacks at Ole Miss). He has an ideal build for a nose tackle, but his lack of length may limit his ability to anchor over the center.
PRO COMPARISON: Will Sutton, Chicago Bears
FINAL GRADE: 5.90/9.00 (Rotational Player—Round 4)
14. Eddie Vanderdoes, UCLA
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'3 1/8" | 305 lbs | 4.99s | 33 1/8" | 10 5/8" | 7.69s |
POSITIVES
A three-year starter at UCLA, Eddie Vanderdoes saw the field as a true freshman after being a 5-star recruit in high school. He has the body of an NFL defensive tackle and the versatility to play in a 30 or 40 front. He uses his size well to control blockers and has the length to lock out a guard or center at the snap. Vanderdoes' lateral agility shows on film, and he's able to slide down the line to make plays in pursuit. As a pass-rusher, Vanderdoes flashes potential but was often asked to hold the point of attack and not go after the quarterback. He's a smart technician with the tools and athleticism to be a more productive pro than he was collegian.
NEGATIVES
Vanderdoes missed all but one game in 2015 and took a medical redshirt after tearing his ACL and meniscus. Medical history will be huge for Vanderdoes' stock. His lack of production in the passing game is a major question mark given he started 32 games and had just four sacks. His awareness hasn't quite caught up to his body, and he can be fooled with misdirection.
PRO COMPARISON: Ziggy Hood, Washington
FINAL GRADE: 5.99/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 4)
13. Elijah Qualls, Washington
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'0 5/8" | 313 lbs | 5.13s | 30 5/8" | 9 3/8" | 7.65s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Washington, Elijah Qualls is a classic nose tackle with surprising pass-rush production (7.5 sacks) in that time. Qualls was a high school wrestler, and it shows on tape. He has awesome leverage and can dominate at the point of attack when asked to drop an anchor. Qualls excels in the run game and can lock up centers and guards who try to get to his linebackers. He's a brick wall in the middle of the field. He's strong with the lower-body strength to root into the ground. Qualls wasn't asked to be much of a pass-rusher, but his quickness on film points to an ability to shoot gaps and make some backfield plays.
NEGATIVES
Qualls is short-armed and struggles to reach and lock out blockers. He's not a stack-and-shed player but more of a wrecking ball who slams into the line with his whole body. His balance is questionable. Qualls is similar to many former college nose tackles like Andrew Billings who were highly productive college players but don't have the skill set to be valued in the NFL. He's a two-down, rotational player, and even at Washington, he lost starts to the more athletic Vita Vea.
PRO COMPARISON: Andrew Billings, Cincinnati Bengals
FINAL GRADE: 5.99/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 4)
12. Nazair Jones, North Carolina
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'5 1/8" | 304 lbs | 5.11s | 34 5/8" | 10 7/8" | 7.93s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at North Carolina, Nazair Jones has great length, big hands and an outrageous wingspan. He's body beautiful and looks like an NFL 5-technique with his size and length. Jones understands use of length and has the strength in his hands to lock up blockers once he gets them in his grasp. Jones has flashed the ability to anchor at the point of attack and even handle some double-teams. He's a worker and is still only 21 years old, which points to some upside. Jones has potential as a 3-4 defensive end.
NEGATIVES
Jones was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome and must receive a weekly injection to reduce inflammation and pain. Jones missed time in 2015 and 2016 with concussions and a leg injury. His injury history must be thoroughly vetted. Jones plays straight up and too often pops out of his stance. He had little sack production (five) in college despite playing as a 3-technique. Jones tested poorly in speed and agility drills at the combine and had the worst 3-cone drill of any defensive lineman and just a 24½-inch vertical jump.
PRO COMPARISON: Jarvis Jenkins, Kansas City Chiefs
FINAL GRADE: 6.00/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 3)
11. Tanoh Kpassagnon, Villanova
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'6 3/4" | 289 lbs | 4.83s | 35 5/8" | 10 5/8" | 7.46s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Villanova, Tanoh Kpassagnon has exceptional size, length and the room to grow into an even bigger threat on the defensive line. A potential defensive end in a 3-4 scheme or an inside tackle in a 4-3, Kpassagnon has the look NFL scouts want, with an 84⅜-inch wingspan and massive 10⅝-inch hands. He came into his own in 2016, notching 11 sacks while playing defensive end. Kpassagnon is a fly-swatter against the pass and is a threat to knock down balls at the line of scrimmage or on field-goal attempts. He has surprising burst for a big man and can close on the ball in a hurry with his stride and tackle radius. Kpassagnon owned the Senior Bowl, routinely dominating the top offensive linemen with his repertoire of tools. He was a team captain in 2016.
NEGATIVES
Sometimes too much length is a bad thing. Kpassagnon is a high-hipped player with poor flexibility and twitch in his lower body. He cannot win with leverage and was much better in Senior Bowl one-on-one drills than he was in team work, where he could be double-teamed or chipped. His change of direction, balance and body control are not that of an elite athlete. Kpassagnon's tape is too often soft, and he turns on his motor with inconsistent results. He's purely a developmental player but one with high upside.
PRO COMPARISON: Margus Hunt, Indianapolis Colts
FINAL GRADE: 6.10/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 3)
10. Jaleel Johnson, Iowa
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 5/8" | 316 lbs | 5.12s | 33 1/4" | 9 5/8" | 7.64s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Iowa, Jaleel Johnson plays with outstanding awareness and football IQ. He understands hand use and can stack up blockers with his reach. Johnson passes the eye test and looks the part with a solid build. His length allows him to lock out offensive linemen, and he's strong enough to prevent linemen from getting to the second level. A nose tackle prospect, Johnson can collapse pockets. He was a Senior Bowl invite and was powerful and more athletic than expected based on his tape. When Johnson keeps his pads down, he's able to win with quickness.
NEGATIVES
Johnson isn't an athlete and will struggle to penetrate NFL offensive lines. He's a classic stalemate lineman. Poor leverage is an issue. Better pad height out of his stance would help him become a better pro. Johnson showed poor strength on film and in testing (19 bench reps), which is concerning for a player who will make his living stacking up blockers. He is much better working down the line than penetrating. In a two-gap scheme, it's questionable if he could split a double-team.
PRO COMPARISON: Al Woods, Indianapolis Colts
FINAL GRADE: 6.20/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 3)
9. Carlos Watkins, Clemson
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'3 1/4" | 309 lbs | 5.01s | 34 5/8" | 10 3/8" | 7.97s |
POSITIVES
Carlos Watkins started two seasons at Clemson, showing the versatility and football IQ to line up in multiple positions for the Tigers. He has a compact, stout frame and excellent length for his size. Watkins has enough power to stack up blockers and won't get rocked back off his spot when his leverage is sound. He showed much better sack production in 2016, getting to the quarterback 10.5 times. He's a high-motor player with excellent pursuit and has a relentlessness that allows him to wear down blockers as the game goes on. Watkins projects well as an NFL nose tackle or an interior technique in a 4-3 scheme.
NEGATIVES
Watkins spent five years at Clemson and will turn 24 in December. When his leverage is off, his whole game collapses. Watkins must become more consistent with his pad level and how he fires out of his stance. He has amazing length but doesn't always use it to stun or lock out blockers. Watkins was in a car accident in 2013 and missed most of that season. He wasn't able to work out at the combine because of a hamstring injury.
PRO COMPARISON: Grady Jarrett, Atlanta Falcons
FINAL GRADE: 6.20/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 3)
8. Davon Godchaux, LSU
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'3 1/8" | 310 lbs | 5.27s | 32 3/8" | 10 1/4" | 7.82s |
POSITIVES
A three-year starter at LSU, Davon Godchaux works off blocks with good hands. He displays proper strength to shut down runs when they come in his direction. Godchaux plays with the style and has the body of a 3-4 defensive end. He has high upside and posted 12.5 sacks over the last two seasons. He has the body to handle NFL blockers and is a durable starter with the versatility to play up and down the defensive line. Some at LSU compared him athletically to former Tiger Glenn Dorsey. An early-entry player, Godchaux overcame a rough upbringing—his father was in prison when he was born, per Ross Dellenger of the Advocate, and his home was shot at when people attempted to kill his brother.
NEGATIVES
Godchaux was arrested after a domestic battery incident, though the charges were dropped. He can be a tad slow off the snap and looks sluggish in space. Godchaux struggles to read against the run and can be overwhelmed when asked to process and react to the ball. He was never a three-down player, and his conditioning and stamina may be an issue moving forward. Godchaux doesn't have ideal length or lateral agility for the position. His 18 bench press reps were low for his size and position. Similarly, his 40-yard dash time (and 10- and 20-yard splits) were poor.
PRO COMPARISON: Ego Ferguson, Free Agent
FINAL GRADE: 6.30/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 3)
7. Larry Ogunjobi, Charlotte
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 5/8" | 305 lbs | 4.97s | 32 5/8" | 10" | 7.55s |
POSITIVES
A four-year starter at Charlotte, Larry Ogunjobi is an impressive athlete who stood out at the Senior Bowl when facing high-level competition. He has a squat, powerful frame and plays with great balance. Ogunjobi has natural leverage thanks to his low center of gravity and is able to work under the pads of blockers to drive them back off the snap. He's quick enough to get into gaps and make plays and flashes the ability to convert speed to power. His first-step quickness is good enough to beat interior linemen to the spot. He's strong enough in his upper and lower body to handle NFL blockers. Ogunjobi has a high IQ, has graduated with two degrees (computer science, biology) and wants to attend medical school. He might have the body of a 3-technique, but he's built for power and can play head-up on the center or guard.
NEGATIVES
Ogunjobi has had both shoulders surgically repaired (2013, 2015). NFL teams have expressed a concern that Ogunjobi doesn't love football. He measured poorly in terms of arm length and hand size. Athletically, he doesn't have great long speed and can struggle to pursue. His lack of length makes it hard for him to disengage from blockers, and at the Senior Bowl he was too often glued to his man in drills.
PRO COMPARISON: Brandon Mebane, Los Angeles Chargers
FINAL GRADE: 6.40/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 3)
6. Caleb Brantley, Florida
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 5/8" | 307 lbs | 5.14s | 32" | 9 3/4" | 7.66s |
POSITIVES
Caleb Brantley started two seasons at Florida and flashed the athletic skills of a future starter. He has experience playing both nose tackle and 3-technique and is a disruptor with excellent offensive line penetration. He has the first-step quickness to make plays behind the line of scrimmage and shock linemen. He's able to stack up blockers and uses his length well. Brantley is a good tackler and won't have an issue bringing down NFL ball-carriers. Brantley makes good use of his hands and understands leverage. A good defensive line coach could turn Brantley into a player, but he will fit best as a rotational pass-rusher who will have to develop into a starter.
NEGATIVES
In July 2015, Brantley was cited for a dine-and-dash at a bowling alley. He did not test well athletically at the combine, which matches up with some stiffness that showed on film when he was asked to roll his hips to get through a block or a gap. Brantley was not highly productive in college (5.5 sacks) and was a rotational player for the most part. A lack of a consistent motor is an issue.
PRO COMPARISON: Bennie Logan, Kansas City Chiefs
FINAL GRADE: 6.50/9.00 (Rookie Impact—Round 2-3)
5. Montravius Adams, Auburn
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'3 5/8" | 304 lbs | 4.81s | 32 3/4" | 9 1/4" | 7.62s |
POSITIVES
A three-year starter at Auburn, Montravius Adams looks the part on the hoof. He's a big man with the first-step quickness you want in a defensive tackle. Adams is able to shoot gaps and can surprise interior rushers with his agility and speed. Adams played all over the line for Auburn and has experience at nose tackle, 1-technique and 3-technique. He showed ideal leverage as a gap-shooter and has the awareness to find the ball out of the gate. He's speedy enough to be good in space and can catch ball-carriers on the go. As a 21-year-old, Adams still has potential even after four years in college. He's a high-character athlete who was voted team MVP in 2016.
NEGATIVES
Adams' lack of production in college will cause concerns. In three years of starting, he notched just 10 sacks, and his Senior Bowl dominance didn't match what he showed on film. Adams' short arms and small hands aren't ideal. He tested poorly with just 22 bench-press reps. Adams could stand to play with better balance and body control. As athletic as he looks in workouts and drills, he should dominate much more than he has in his 36 starts.
PRO COMPARISON: Austin Johnson, Tennessee Titans
FINAL GRADE: 6.50/9.00 (Rookie Impact—Round 2-3)
4. Dalvin Tomlinson, Alabama
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 7/8" | 310 lbs | 5.19s | 33 1/2" | 10 1/8" | 7.68s |
POSITIVES
A one-year starter at Alabama, Dalvin Tomlinson was at times the most impressive player on a loaded Alabama defense. He has awesome power and is able to drive blockers off the field. He's a big man with excellent length and massive hands and an 82-inch wingspan. Tomlinson was almost undefeated as a high school wrestler (169-2) and plays with that leverage, quickness and hand use. He's a natural anchor and is able to sit down and stop the forward progress of offensive linemen. He's a monster in the run game and is able to push the pile, and he's quick enough to chase down ball-carriers when coming off blocks. Tomlinson is a tough, smart leader who coaches will love once they see his short-area quickness and power. He's smart on and off the field, as he graduated with degrees in finance and financial planning.
NEGATIVES
Tomlinson has two ACL tears in his past (2012, 2013) and didn't participate in the bench press at the combine because of a strained pectoral muscle. He is scheme-limited and only projects as a nose tackle with little pass-rushing ability. He may never be more than a two-down player, which limits his value. If Tomlinson's past injuries aren't red-flagged, he'll be a rookie starter at nose tackle.
PRO COMPARISON: Carl Davis, Baltimore Ravens
FINAL GRADE: 6.55/9.00 (Rookie Starter—Round 2)
3. Malik McDowell, Michigan State
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'6 1/4" | 295 lbs | 4.85s | 34 3/4" | 10 1/2" | 7.69s |
POSITIVES
A two-year starter at Michigan State, Malik McDowell flashed the talent of a top-15 draft pick. He's a top-notch athlete for his size, length and youth (20 years old). McDowell has the strength to set up an anchor at the line of scrimmage and uses his length and power to lock out and stack blockers. McDowell has closing speed and the overall athletic ability to run down ball-carriers and quarterbacks. With his size and athleticism, he is scheme-versatile and will fit in a 3-4 or 4-3 front. Players like McDowell, a junior entry, generally go early in the draft. He has special burst and can beat blockers through gaps with his first step or when he has to rush with power and beat them head-up. If a team can light a fire under McDowell, he could be a steal.
NEGATIVES
McDowell's inconsistency is maddening. He sprained his ankle and bruised a rib in 2016, which cost him game time and resulted in just eight starts. McDowell hasn't developed at Michigan State and is essentially the same player who arrived three years ago as a top high school recruit. Coaches we spoke with questioned his commitment and work ethic. On the field, he has to play with better leverage. His football IQ, maturity and awareness are poor.
PRO COMPARISON: Arik Armstead, San Francisco 49ers
FINAL GRADE: 6.70/9.00 (Future Starter—Round 2)
2. Chris Wormley, Michigan
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'5 1/8" | 298 lbs | 4.84s | 34 1/8" | 10 1/2" | 7/08s |
POSITIVES
A three-year starter at defensive end in Michigan's scheme, Chris Wormley has the power, size and length to align in multiple fronts. Versatility is the selling point for Wormley. He's worked as both a 5-technique end in a 30 front and as a 6-technique in the team's new 4-3 in 2016. Wormley has kicked inside to tackle before and is comfortable in that role. He's big and strong at the point of attack and can set the line. NFL scouts and coaches will love the fire Wormley plays with. He's powerful with his hands and closes with anger when the ball's in space. His athleticism is impressive. Wormley is a team captain with a great work ethic. A potential top-50 player, Wormley has size, length and awesome wiring. In a 3-4 defense, he can be a Day 1 starter at defensive end.
NEGATIVES
Wormley tore his ACL as a freshman and redshirted, making him slightly overage, as he'll turn 24 in October of his rookie year. A lack of twitch off the line makes Wormley a much better fit in a 3-4 scheme, where he doesn't have to shoot gaps as a pass-rusher. Wormley's film can be inconsistent.
PRO COMPARISON: Cameron Heyward, Pittsburgh Steelers
FINAL GRADE: 6.90/9.00 (Rookie Starter—Round 2)
1. Jonathan Allen, Alabama
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| Height | Weight | 40 Time | Arm Length | Hand Size | 3-Cone |
| 6'2 5/8" | 286 lbs | 5.00s | 33 5/8" | 9 3/8" | 7.49s |
POSITIVES
A three-year starter at Alabama, Jonathan Allen was one of college football's best players over the last two seasons. In his career, he totaled 45 tackles for loss and 28.5 sacks while showing amazing football IQ and awareness. Allen has the body type and length to play as a 5-technique in a 3-4 scheme, like he did at Alabama, but he's a natural pass-rusher with the tools to also line up as a 3-technique in a 40 front. Allen plays with strength in his upper and lower body and can beat blockers with his power. His ability to sit down and anchor makes Allen a three-down player. He's also quick enough to shoot gaps and make plays in the backfield. Allen is rarely beaten off the line, and his worst plays are often stalemates. He's never put on skates. Allen was highly decorated following the 2016 season, winning the Nagurski, Bednarik, Hendricks and Lombardi Awards in a clean sweep. Allen is one of the best players in this class on film.
NEGATIVES
Allen has undergone two shoulder surgeries (rotator cuff, labrum), and his doctor said arthritis is present. Allen's poor bench-press performance (21 reps) is a concern given the history of shoulder injuries. He's not a twitchy mover and won't wow teams with his gap-shooting quickness.
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