DRAFT TRACKER 2014
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DRAFTED BY
Houston Texans
Round 1 • Pick 1
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A physical specimen with a rare size-speed combination, Clowney was not as impactful as a junior while playing through injuries and being forced to deal with opposing offenses that fully accounted for him with extra chip protection. Was a 20-year-old junior affected by turnover on the defensive coaching staff. Could benefit tremendously from a stable positional coach and strong, veteran mentor on the defensive line who will hold him accountable, show him the way and serve as a fatherly figure. Is one of the most unique talents in the draft and could easily be a double-digit sack producer in the pros from either end. Is every bit worthy of the first overall pick -- will immediately upgrade a defensive line and improve the production of those around him.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Pittsburgh Steelers
Round 2 • Pick 14
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Hulking, long-armed, physically gifted defensive lineman with desirable size, strength, athleticism and versatility to appeal as a five-technique or as a defensive tackle or base end in a 4-3. Was not in peak condition for his junior season, but has disruptive upside.
BY DANIEL JEREMIAH
NFL Analyst
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Dallas Cowboys
Round 2 • Pick 2
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
A loose, explosive, long-limbed athlete, Lawrence consistently pressurizes the edge and harasses quarterbacks. His pass-rushing ability rates among the best in this year’s class, and he holds mass appeal. Lacks ideal stoutness at the point of attack, but could thrive as a 4-3 right end or 3-4 rush linebacker, and should contribute readily on passing downs.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Arizona Cardinals
Round 5 • Pick 20
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Long-framed, long-armed, prototype five-technique capable of kicking inside and manning the nose. Very impressive strength and power. Can play anywhere along a "30" front. An underrated cog in a defense, Stinson could play a long time in the league and may never receive his due outside the building.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Carolina Panthers
Round 2 • Pick 28
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Big, athletic, ascending, pass-rush talent with the size, burst and flexibility to pressurize the edge as a right defensive end. Is not a finished product, particularly as a run defender, but should only become more disruptive as his strength, technique and savvy catch up with his natural physical ability. Could also draw looks as a 3-4 rush linebacker.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Seattle Seahawks
Round 4 • Pick 8
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Very active, high-motor, steady, consistent producer. Lacks ideal bulk for the inside and speed to work the edges, but can set the edge and bring value to an odd front in a LOLB role or as a Sam linebacker. Is most natural moving forward piercing gaps. Will need to be managed, needs to cut down on errors and must learn to play within the structure of the defense.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Kansas City Chiefs
Round 1 • Pick 23
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
High-motor college left defensive end better suited for a rush linebacker role in the pros. Has added more than 50 pounds to his frame since arriving on campus and has demonstrated the desire, work habits and competitiveness to develop into a Trent Cole-like edge rusher if he can stay healthy.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Philadelphia Eagles
Round 1 • Pick 26
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
A high school quarterback turned pass rusher who broke out with 14.5 sacks as a senior (1.12 sacks-per-game average led nation), Smith projects as a pass-rushing, 3-4 right outside linebacker in the pros. Should contribute initially on passing downs and has eventual starter potential as his game becomes more well-rounded.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Minnesota Vikings
Round 3 • Pick 8
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Strong, athletic, raw defensive end prospect who would have been better served returning for his senior season. Despite being rough around the edges at this stage of his development, Crichton shows in flashes and has power potential as a 4-3 defensive end. Could require patience.
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San Francisco 49ers
Round 5 • Pick 10
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
A big, athletic prospect who displayed the most potential as a freshman at Notre Dame. Has underachieved since transferring closer to home and shedding considerable weight. Must prove motivated to reach his potential. Finished the season strong and finally showed signs of the talent he displayed as a standout freshman. Could benefit from a strong, mentoring, veteran position coach. Interview process will dictate draft status.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Jacksonville Jaguars
Round 5 • Pick 19
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
A weakside pass rusher who could most ideally project to the rush linebacker position in the pros for a 3-4 front, Smith graded more highly as a junior than he did as a senior, yet possesses the tools to earn a starting job in the pros in multiple schemes. Versatility is a plus.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/2"
- Weight
- 267 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 80 1/8"
Production
54.65
Athleticism
51.78
Total Score
106.43
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Talented, enigmatic Division II edge rusher who marches to the beat of his own drum, but has intriguing, raw, natural ability to harass quarterbacks. Wild-card prospect with diamond-in-the-rough characteristics if a defensive line coach is able to refine the technical aspects of his game and stoke his fire.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/2"
- Weight
- 235 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 82"
Production
54.65
Athleticism
76.51
Total Score
131.16
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Lean, explosive, highly athletic rush linebacker prospect who overwhelmed inferior tackles at the Division II level and has clear developmental value and upside potential. Best deployed with pinned ears and see-ball, get-ball instructions, Jones is raw, but has enticing speed and crude pass-rush ability for a patient, positional coach to mold.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 3/4"
- Weight
- 259 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/8"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 78 1/4"
Production
63.60
Athleticism
78.14
Total Score
141.74
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Explosive, high-motor see-and-go reactor whose calling card is his ability to pressure the edge. Does not play to his weight-room numbers against the run and lacks desirable length and smarts, projecting as a situational 3-4 rush linebacker.
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Houston Texans
Round 6 • Pick 1
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Thickly built, relatively nondescript contributor who decided to forgo his senior season despite never establishing himself as a force. Has size and strength to warrant developmental consideration as a five-technique, but lacks exceptional traits and will have to commit to handling the dirty work to have longevity.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 7/8"
- Weight
- 271 lbs
- Arm
- 33"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 76 1/2"
Production
60.20
Athleticism
58.21
Total Score
118.41
PLAYER ANALYSIS
English-born, high-motor, developmental five-technique with intriguing growth potential. Is a bit top-heavy. Still growing into his body and learning how to use his hands. Has generated solid production from a wave role and could continue to be molded into a solid fencepost for a 3-4 front. Draws semblances to a young Brett Keisel, drafted in the seventh round by the Steelers in 2002, and has the makeup to play a long time in an unsung role occupying blockers and defending the run.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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DRAFTED BY
Arizona Cardinals
Round 3 • Pick 20
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Big, narrow-framed, long-levered defensive lineman who shows flashes of potential as a developmental, 4-3 left end, though he needs to fortify his base as a run defender and hone his technique as a pass rusher.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Detroit Lions
Round 4 • Pick 36
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A gifted athlete with NFL pedigree and intriguing developmental tools as a speed rusher, Webster could prove to be better fit as a flex tight end in the pros, possessing more of an offensive temperament and the size, wingspan, athletic ability and coordination to create mismatches in a similar mold as Broncos TE Julius Thomas and Browns TE Jordan Cameron exiting college with limited football experience.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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Los Angeles Rams
Round 7 • Pick 34
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A productive, 4-3 weakside rusher who came on as a senior and it made his last season his best. Could fit most ideally as a 3-4 outside linebacker in a zone-blitzing scheme like the Steelers or Ravens. Compares favorably to Chargers 2009 first-round pick Larry English, an overhyped, overdrafted, marginal producer in the pros.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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DRAFTED BY
Philadelphia Eagles
Round 5 • Pick 1
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Big-framed, smart, active, high-effort player who willingly does the dirty work and will make it difficult for coaches to cut him. Best chance to stick could be as a five-technique, but could also draw interest as a developmental left end. Has the makeup to surprise if he learns to play with power.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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New England Patriots
Round 6 • Pick 22
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Raw, physically gifted, Division II standout with untapped potential given his combination of size, length and movement skills. Will have defensive line coaches drooling in workouts, and has the dimensions and athleticism to warrant consideration as a draftable, developmental investment with positional versatility to play defensive end or three-technique in an even front or five-technique in an odd front.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/4"
- Weight
- 296 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 79 1/4"
Production
57.43
Athleticism
68.32
Total Score
125.75
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Thick, stout, overaged defensive lineman with functional strength, awareness and competitiveness to provide depth and effective run defense. Is scheme-versatile, having played tackle and end in a hybrid front, and could be used as a 4-3 tackle or 3-4 five-technique. Good soldier.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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DRAFTED BY
New York Jets
Round 6 • Pick 34
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A strong, tenacious, tightly wound leverage-power rusher most ideally suited for a 3-4 outside linebacker role. Will require patience to develop. Has a high-collision special-teams temperament to contribute in coverage if he can learn to unlock his hips. Best chance will come in Blitzburgh.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3"
- Weight
- 247 lbs
- Arm
- 33 7/8"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 80 3/4"
Production
82.14
Athleticism
80.93
Total Score
163.07
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Developmental 3-4 rush-linebacker prospect with the pedigree and sack production to warrant interest. However, Jeffcoat will need to get stronger and improve vs. the run to ever become more than a backup.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4"
- Weight
- 252 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A high-motor disruptor who plays faster than his timed speed and has the toughness, football smarts and leadership traits to earn a job in the pros. Could be best as a 3-4 outside linebacker for an aggressive, zone-blitzing team such as the Ravens or Steelers.
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Indianapolis Colts
Round 5 • Pick 26
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A 4-3 open-side speed rusher ideally suited for an elephant end or 3-4 Jack linebacker role. Is at his best rushing the passer and has shown improved maturity since departing Ohio State before the 2011 season.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 253 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 78"
Production
67.40
Athleticism
58.61
Total Score
126.01
PLAYER ANALYSIS
German-born, high-motor, effort-based pass rusher who could warrant developmental consideration as a situational 4-3 rush end or stand-up 3-4 linebacker. Is not a natural, physically gifted hunter, but football smarts, competitiveness and effort give him a chance.
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Dallas Cowboys
Round 7 • Pick 16
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A try-hard, overachieving, base end with desirable toughness, work habits and effort to earn a backup job. Served as an undersized five-technique in college and has the lumbering, heavy movement skill of an interior player. Has a frame that looks nearly maxed and would be most ideally suited as a run-stuffing, left defensive end in a "40" front.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 5/8"
- Weight
- 284 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/4"
- Hand
- 10 1/8"
- Wing
- 79 3/8"
Production
55.01
Athleticism
59.74
Total Score
114.75
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Good-sized defensive lineman who shows in flashes, but not enough to justify leaving school early, as he looked very average against strong offensive lines. Could warrant late-round consideration as a developmental base end.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 293 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Strong, disruptive Division II standout who could require some time to acclimate to the speed and complexity of the NFL game. Strength, toughness and leadership traits could allow to develop into a solid, contributing role player in an unsung plugger role. Projects most ideally as a five-technique in a three-man front.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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DRAFTED BY
San Francisco 49ers
Round 7 • Pick 28
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
A sixth-year senior, Ramsey has the physical tools to serve in a rotational role as an aggressive five-technique or 4-3 left end, though his injury history and long-term durability concerns limit his value and could scare teams off.
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Las Vegas Raiders
Round 7 • Pick 20
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Harris, who began his college career at Wisconsin, is a short, long-armed, inconsistent defensive lineman who, at his best, offers glimpses of athleticism, strength and versatility. However, his 'tweener traits and character red flags could knock him off draft boards and prevent him from fulfilling his potential. At his pro days, weighed in approximately 30 pounds heavier than his playing weight in 2012.
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Miami Dolphins
Round 7 • Pick 19
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Cincinnati Bengals
Round 3 • Pick 24
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Looks the part with desirable length and musculature to warrant consideration as a developmental five-technique in a one-gapping 3-4 scheme or base end in a 4-3 front, though he will have to make significant strides with his technique and improve his run defense to be more than just a guy.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4"
- Weight
- 260 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 80 1/8"
Production
58.59
Athleticism
51
Total Score
109.59
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A junior-college product, Mims was an undersized college rush end, though he recorded just 3.5 sacks in 21 games at USF and is actually at his best during the latter portion of the play when he kicks into pursuit mode. Best chance will come as developmental, situational 4-3 right end or stand-up rush linebacker, though he must turn up the heat more consistently to stick.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 252 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Standup-, rush-right-linebacker prospect with limited football experience and developmental potential to be groomed. Has intriguing athletic ability that could warrant looks as a tight end.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3"
- Weight
- 256 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A two-time Buck Buchanan Award finalist, Underwood is a productive, motivated, high-motor effort rusher who compensates for natural limitations with relentlessness. Has the determination to carve a niche as a core special-teams player and backup defensive end/rotational pass rusher, but will have to adapt as a small fish in a big pond, particularly given his short arms and average athleticism and flexibility.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'9"
- Weight
- 291 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Size prospect with rare dimensions. Could provide depth as a five-technique in a 3-4 front and potentially be tried at offensive tackle.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1"
- Weight
- 310 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Tough, try-hard, slow-footed plodder. Make plays at him, but does not distinguish his play in any way. Offers some versatility and will have to fend for a job in a rotation.
BY NOLAN NAWROCKI
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