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2016 NFL Draft: In Deepest DT Class in Years, 5 Stand Above the Rest

March 9, 2016   ·     ·   Jump to comments

The 2016 NFL draft sports a defensive tackle class that runs deeper than Frank Underwood's thirst for power or Kanye's love for himself.
It's no secret this is the year to find top talent along the interior of the defensive line, from versatile players who can plug into any scheme, to massive, space-eating nose tackles and everything in between.
But what separates the top prospects at the position?
Mississippi's Robert Nkemdiche is a rare talent, but seems to be working on an ever-expanding collection of red flags. Baylor's Andrew Billings has power to burn, but is a bull in a china shop who too often struggles to find the ball. Alabama's A'Shawn Robinson helped anchor a national champion defense at Alabama, but he may not even be the Tide's best prospect at the position.
Who truly headlines this year's rare group of trench warriors on defense?
 
Sheldon Rankins, Louisville
This year's draft may not have an Aaron Donald, but Rankins is about as c...

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