2012 NFL Draft

National Football Post: There isn't anything sexy about his game. However, he's a tough, instinctive kid who can play off blocks against the run, tackle well and beat up the tight end off the line. A 4-3 strongside backer in the Ben Leber mold. A good value for the Vikings late in the draft.

National Football Post: He's a better athlete than given credit for off the edge, can play with power and has a motor that runs non-stop. However, he’s not just a try-hard guy, Solomon has the ability to slip blocks through contact and can be just as productive for the Titans as some of the defensive ends taken earlier in the draft.

National Football Post: He was a standout at the Players All-Star Classic this year and despite being a reserve behind Robert Turbin he’s got NFL talent. He should find a niche in Tampa as he has the ability to be dynamic in the open field and is a better than advertised runner between the tackles. Another potential late-round running back standout.

National Football Post: Guyton isn't explosive off the edge, but he plays with a good motor, can gain leverage and overpower through contact. He's more of a base end in a 4-3, but I could see him getting some rep inside as a potential three-technique. Either way, I like his potential as a two-down run defender on the edge.

National Football Post: Travis Lewis looked like a potential top-50 pick coming into the year. However, he dealt with injuries all season, played through them and ultimately killed his draft stock. Nevertheless, he’s a tough kid who can play the weakside LB in a 4-3 front and if healthy I think the Lions got themselves a long-time starter in the linebacking corps.

National Football Post: Dennard was considered a potential first-round pick. However, he didn’t run well at the combine and had some off-field concerns pop up in recent weeks. But, the idea that a talent like this could fall to the Patriots this late is mind-boggling. He’s a tough kid who can play press, loves to mix it up in the run game and has the attributes to mature into a starter on the outside or slot man early in his career.