The First Round of the NFL Draft this year showed an emphasis on the need for athletic defensive linemen. These are men that are 260 to 330 lbs., but can explode off the ball and move as quick as men that weigh 200 lbs. This is an example of the combination of strength and athleticism expected and required to perform at the professional level in football.
Tyson Jackson (DE, LSU) is big enough to play as an interior lineman, but he shows excellent body control and quickness. This will allow the Kansas City Chiefs the freedom to align him on the exterior or interior. Aaron Maybin (DE, Penn State) is athletic enough to be able to move laterally and be able to cover defenders running routes. This quality is going to give the Buffalo Bills the choice to let Maybin rush the quarterback, or drop into coverage.
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