Illinois defensive tackle Corey Liuget chose to leave school after his junior year for the 2011 NFL Draft following his best season to date with the Illini.

In 2010, Liuget notched 63 total tackles and 5.0 sacks. He recorded 62 stops and 3.0 quarterback takedowns in the previous two seasons combined.

Strengths

• Sheds blocks well
• Stout (6-foot-2 1/8, 298 pounds)
• Versatile - can play 4-5 defensive tackle or 3-4 five-technique end

• Versatile wide-body

  Uses his hands well - nice punch
• Often commands double-teams
• Strong tackler
• Hustles to make plays
• Locker room leader
• Quick feet
• Low center of gravity 

Weaknesses

• Lacks elite close speed
• Not a first-step rusher
• Limited pass-rushing technique and talent
• Wore down late in games (has reportedly worked on improving his conditioning)

Expected draft placement

Liuget has steadily risen up many draft boards in the past few months. He'll likely be a first-round pick. Teams that could show interest in him include the Indianapolis Colts (No. 22), New England Patriots (No. 28), New York Jets (No. 30) and Green Bay Packers (No. 32). A slide into the second round seems unlikely, and we feel the Colts are the most probable team to draft him.