Connor Barwin, DE - Round 2, 46th Overall

[dalemurphy]

Originally Posted by kravix

My biggest issue here is the fact that he has only played DE 1 year from a converted TE...

No doubt he is gifted physically. And I think that he has the potential to bring some heat as well as versatility to the def.

I would be more comfortable droping him into coverage for a zone blitz than any other DE on the roster.

The great thing, though, is he is a very accomplished football player. He understands the game, studies it, and improved dramatically through the season. If you watch his highlight reel on youtube, he developed better pass rush moves than a lot of the hybrid guys that went in front and just behind him. Here are some things to look at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u79CJdrxZbo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QeKW...eature=related

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/556598