Defensive Linemen Dominated the First Round

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Howie Long on First-round Defensive Linemen

The first round in the 2011 NFL Draft was dominated by the defensive line position, which saw 12 defensive lineman selected, as it should be. That's a remarkable number when you take into account the fact that the guy many felt could go as high as No. 1, Da'Quan Bowers, wasn't even selected. Here's an evaluation of all 12 picks and how they fit with their new teams:

Will Dareus immediately help the league's worst run defense?

#3 Buffalo Bills - Marcell Dareus, Alabama

The only thing surprising about this pick is how Dareus will translate to the Bills three-man front. I believe that his talents are best utilized at the three-tech in a four-man front. But I will say this, Dareus is a heck of a football player who is versatile enough to play on the nose, in a one-tech, a three-tech, a five-tech in a three-man front and if need be the 7 tech outside on the strong side at end. He's tough, powerful and pro ready having played under Nick Saban at Alabama. Many felt he was the best player in the draft, I say if he's not he's pretty close to it. Great pick. Click here to read the rest...