Originally posted by OnTheClock:Originally posted by PTulini:Originally posted by OnTheClock:Originally posted by PTulini:Originally posted by OnTheClock:
Unfortunately, McClain weighed in much smaller than what you've got there. He'd be more of a DE in our system. He checked in at just over 6-1 297 pounds.
I stand corrected. Thanks man!
Just a heads up, buddy.
So who would you suggest?
Top 10 NT prospects of 2011 for me are these:
1. Marcel Dareus-Alabama (yes he can play the nose, and enjoys it too), 6-3 319 4.93
2. Phil Taylor-Baylor, 6-3 334 5.14
3. Kenrick Ellis-Hampton, 6-5 346 5.28
4. Jerrell Powe-Mississippi, 6-2 335 5.29
5. Sione Fua-Stanford, 6-2 308 5.28
6. Chris Neild-West Virginia, 6-2 319 5.12
7. Dexter Larimore-Ohio State, 6-3 319 5.18 (could also play End)
8. Anthony Gray-Southern Miss, 6-0 330 5.19
9. Cory Grant-TCU, 6-1 316 5.09
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10. Derrick Hill-Cal, 6-1 311 5.67 (There's a drop-off after Grant)
I wouldn't at all be upset if the team traded down a handful of spots and drafted Taylor. To build a great 3-4 defense, you need a stud at NT, and Taylor could be our anchor for a long, long time.
Neild is going to be great value for a team late in the draft. Played the NT at WV in their 3-3-5 defense. So, he is used to being doubled relentlessly.