2012 NFL Draft - Pick 21: Chandler Jones, DE, New England Patriots

by Cory J. Bonini on April 26, 2012 @ 19:29:55 PDT

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Chandler Jones, DE, New England Patriots

The New England Patriots selected Syracuse defensive end Chandler Jones with the 21st overall pick of the 2012 NFL Draft.

Fantasy analysis: Jones has soared up draft boards of late and gives New England a legitimate pass-rushing talent on the edge of their 4-3 base defense. He is a little raw, but if anyone can get the most out of him, you can be sure Bill Belichick will find a way.

Jones has very little IDP value in 2012, if any, and New England's team unit is a midrange No. 1 group in standard fantasy setups.

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