Clemson looks to continue tradition of high-round D-linemen |
CBS Sports' Len Pasquarelli said the versatility of both
Andre Branch
Defensive End #40 6-5, 260 Richmond, VA View Full Profile
and
Brandon Thompson Sr. Defensive Tackle #98 6-2, 310 Thomasville, GA View Full Profile
could help them become first round NFL draft picks. Clemson has had at least one defensive lineman selected in each of the last five drafts. Part of what makes both attractive is their shared versatility, a quality NFL scouts clearly have not overlooked. "The way the game is played now, with people jumping in and out of [multiple] fronts, it's a big plus for them," said one NFC area scout whose territory includes the ACC.
Andre Branch
Brandon Thompson
End Andre Branch and tackle Brandon Thompson both are highly regarded prospects, each of whom scored some points at the combine, and they can be perceived as players on the rise.
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