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Junior, 6'6", 274 pounds

Despite battling injuries that should be healed by the time the 2014 season rolls around, Jadeveon Clowney has been criticized for a drop in production. Don't let that fool you. Clowney is still the prototype 4-3 coaches look for at defensive end.

He's one heck of a pass-rusher, but his real value comes in his versatility on the field and his ability to stuff the run. He's not just some one-trick pony. Clowney is a complete package on the edge. When he's compared to other defensive ends, names like Bruce Smith and Julius Peppers pop up.

Atlanta would be able to use him much like how Buffalo uses Mario Williams. They could have him as a defensive end on either side. Honestly, he would be able to line up anywhere in the front seven as a pass-rusher and cause havoc like he did in 2012.

It'd be a role that should make him happier than just lining up at right defensive end every play like he has in 2013. With a team like the Falcons, he should see quite a few less double teams as well. That alone should allow him to get back to his 2012 form.

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While there's rumors of his motor not being up to par and Clowney having red flags to explore, the Falcons will likely not take him off the board once they do their due diligence. Even a speeding ticket from December 9 won't take him off the board, as it hasn't taken other players off the board in the past.

Clowney is the kind of player who may come off poorly in the press, but when all is said and done, the Falcons should end up seeing his character similarly to Julio Jones' character.

Career Stats

2013: 10 Games Played, 35 Tackles, 10.5 Tackles for Loss, 3.0 Sacks, 8 QB Hurries, 1 Fumble Forced, 2 Pass Deflections

2012: 12 Games Played, 54 Tackles, 23.5 Tackles for Loss, 13.0 Sacks, 5 QB Hurries, 3 Fumbles Forced, 1 Fumble Recovered, 2 Pass Deflections

2011: 13 Games Played, 36 Tackles, 12.0 Tackles for Loss, 8.0 Sacks, 6 QB Hurries, 5 Fumbles Forced, 1 Pass Deflection