- OPERATION: NFL DRAFT - Top Defensive End Prospects
Updated: April 22nd, 2009
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Ranking: #1
Name: Everette Brown
Height: 6'2
Weight: 256 lbs.
College: Florida State
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SCOUTING REPORT
- Is the most physically gifted at his position in this class.
- Has great moves around the edge; like to use his huge arsenal to beat blockers.
- Has a great combination of size and speed; uses both well.
- Is a finesse rusher but can be more than a passing down rusher.
- In a 3-4 at OLB would be his most effective spot
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Ranking: #2
Name: Tyson Jackson
Height: 6'4
Weight: 295 lbs.
College: LSU
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SCOUTING REPORT
- Can play anywhere on the defensive line in any scheme.
- Uses outstanding power and leverage to beat blockers to the play.
- Plays aggressively and with a huge heart on his sleeve.
- Has outstanding technique in the run game; hold ground well.
- Understands what blockers are doing against him, so he has the advantage.
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Ranking: #3
Name: Brian Orakpo
Height: 6'3
Weight: 263 lbs.
College: Texas
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SCOUTING REPORT
- Superb athlete but will bust out if placed into the wrong situation.
- DE will be his best fit; can be an effective pass rusher at the next level.
- Looks like a superstar at times; but can dissapear at times as well.
- Mentally, if he puts it all together, he can be very special.
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Ranking: #4
Name: Orion Martin
Height: 6'2
Weight: 262 lbs.
College: Virginia Tech
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SCOUTING REPORT
- Is an athletic guy who looks the part of a 4-3 end and 3-4 OLB.
- Is underrated and will fall due to bad tape; still has an amazing upside.
- Possesses a natural ability to get to the quarterback; plays aggressively.
- Likes to play the run, but won't be effective doing so at the next level.
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Ranking: #5
Name: Robert Ayers
Height: 6'3
Weight: 272 lbs.
College: Tennessee
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SCOUTING REPORT
- Is a certified work horse; will give you 110% every play.
- Has an aggressive, explosive style off the ball; generates the contact.
- Balanced pass rusher with great combo of speed and power.
- Very smart run stuffer with ability to break blocks in traffic.
- Consistency is a question; will he be able to mentally compete at the next level?
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Ranking: #6
Name: Brandon Williams
Height: 6'5
Weight: 252 lbs.
College: Texas Tech
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #7
Name: Jarron Gilbert
Height: 6'5
Weight: 288 lbs.
College: San Jose State
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #8
Name: Michael Johnson
Height: 6'7
Weight: 266 lbs.
College: Georgia Tech
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #9
Name: Matt Shaughnessy
Height: 6'5
Weight: 266 lbs.
College: Wisconsin
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #10
Name: Larry English
Height: 6'2
Weight: 274 lbs.
College: Northern Illinois
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #11
Name: Pannel Egboh
Height: 6'6
Weight: 276 lbs.
College: Stanford
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #12
Name: Rulon Davis
Height: 6'5
Weight: 281 lbs.
College: California
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #13
Name: Zach Potter
Height: 6'7
Weight: 279 lbs.
College: Nebraska
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #14
Name: Tim Jamison
Height: 6'3
Weight: 256 lbs.
College: Michigan
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #15
Name: Kyle Moore
Height: 6'5
Weight: 272 lbs.
College: Southern California
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #16
Name: Jarius Wynn
Height: 6'3
Weight: 275 lbs.
College: Georgia
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #17
Name: Michael Bennett
Height: 6'4
Weight: 274 lbs.
College: Texas A&M
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #18
Name: Cody Brown
Height: 6'2
Weight: 244 lbs.
College: Connecticut
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #19
Name: Paul Kruger
Height: 6'4
Weight: 263 lbs.
College: Utah
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #20
Name: Will Davis
Height: 6'2
Weight: 261 lbs.
College: Illinois
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #21
Name: Maurice Evans
Height: 6'2
Weight: 265 lbs.
College: Penn State
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #22
Name: Chris Baker
Height: 6'2
Weight: 326 lbs.
College: Hampton
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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Ranking: #23
Name: Derek Walker
Height: 6'4
Weight: 268 lbs.
College: Illinois
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SCOUTING REPORT
Not Available
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