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2011 NFL Draft: Raheem Morris Takes on Task of Coaching Up Adrian Clayborn

April 12, 2011   ·     ·   Jump to comments

It is no secret that Tampa needs help on the defensive line, especially at the end position.  Clayborn was a player that was projected to be a top ten pick at the beginning of the season, however had his stock fall with a down year.
Clayborn certainly has the skill set needed to be an elite defensive end, for some reason though, his production was down.
Tampa was only 30th in the league in sacks last season, and Clayborn should help in rushing the passer.  He recorded 11 sacks in his junior year and has the potential to be a good pass rusher in the NFL.  At this point in the first round, Clayborn is a good value pick for the Buccaneers.
There were concerns about Clayborn's character after being arrested for assaulting a cab driver in 2010, to go along with questions about his work ethic.  Raheem Morris will have the confidence in himself that he can right the ship with Clayborn, and turn him into a pro-bowl defensive end.
 
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