Wanted to discuss LEO's specifically..  I feel that this position may be addressed as early as #3 overall (if Clowney falls to us) and may be addressed more than once.

The LEO does not necessarily have to be "undersized" - but he does need to be athletic and have good pass rushing ability.

 

I've been searching for potential candidates.  Many have a lot of upside, but also a looot of question marks. 

Ultimately, I think Andre Branch will have a huge role next year for us, but it's an almost certainty we will draft at least one LEO to take Babin's spot.

 

What do you think?  Who do you think we draft?  Who do you hope we draft?  Anyone in particular that you don't want on this team?  Discuss.

 

1.  Jadaveon Clowney 6'5", 265 - South Carolina.  Top 5 pick - Could be our pick if he falls to 3. 

 

2.  Kony Ealy 6'5, 270 - Missouri - First rounder - Don't see us having a chance at him because of where he is projected to go, and I don't see us trading up into the 1st for him.

 

3. Dee Ford 6'2", 243 - Auburn 1st/2nd rounder - Real possibily he's our guy if he lasts to 39

 

4. Scott Crichton 6'3", 265- Oregon State - 2nd rounder - Don't know much about him as I have not seen a lot of Oregon State games, but it appears that he has the physical traits you want, but that he needs a lot of refinement.  Makes me think of Andre Branch because it also took him forever to become a contributor.

 

5. Jackson Jeffcoat - 6'4", 250 - Texas.  2nd rounder.  Could be another possibility for us, especialy if we manufacture another mid-to-late 2nd rounder

 

6. DeMarcus Lawrence - 6'3", 245 - Boise st.  Could go as high as 2nd or as low as 4th according to most mocks.  Has great athleticism and could be a nice fit.

 

 

Please add any lower rounders if you have any info on them.

 

My favorite scenario would be that Dee Ford drops to 39 or that we just draft Clowney anyway.

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