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Round 2: Scott Crichton, DE, Oregon State
Crichton is a versatile defensive lineman who can play any position in the 4-3 base. While he isn’t an elite athlete, he uses his high motor, strength and technique to allow him to be an effective pass-rusher. Crichton may never project to be an elite defensive end but his skill set seems to suggest that he could make a career as a complementary starter and be successful as an immediate contributor.
Crichton lacks top end speed and needs to improve his pass-rushing repertoire but he’s a hard-working defensive lineman that Rod Marinelli could easily turn into a stud.
I love the Telvin Smith pick but I think but I think they should look at him as a possible safety. Position flexability always makes a player more attractive.
I don’t know. Smith as a safety just reminds me of Roy Williams and I think the ‘Boys need a real ball-hawk in the secondary. But if he’s quick as Bo says then maybe pass disruption could make him a good enough fit. Certainly a lot of room for improvement over the current personnel.