Lately, the Univeristy of Texas hasn’t been churning out the consistently elite teams they’re used to having, but that hasn’t stopped them from producing elite players. Defensively, one of the best to come out in recent time might be tackle Malcom Brown. A thick run stuffer, Brown was the best player on his defense (62 tackles, 14 for loss and 6.5 sacks in 2014), and a player the Detroit Lions could turn to if they need to fill a massive gap left by Ndamukong Suh.

Notable Combine Measurables

Height: 6’4″

Weight: 320

40-yd Dash: 5.05 seconds

20-yd Shuttle: 4.59 seconds

3-Cone Drill: 7.84 seconds

Vertical Jump: 29 1/2

Broad Jump: 8’2″

Bench Press: 225 pounds 26 times

Traits And Projected Round

Brown is the type of player who does nearly everything not just well, but borderline outstanding. His strong, solid frame plugs gaps, and his quick feet and moves into the hole are well documented. Not only can Brown stop the run at an elite level, he can rush the passer as well, making him a leathal combination for a 300 pounder. He has quick instincts too, being he batted down six career passes in college. In the NFL, Brown will likely have to develop some better overall dip and swim moves to elude elite blockers at the next level

Expect Brown to come off the board quite quickly in the first round, likely between picks 15-25.

Why The Lions Could Draft Malcom Brown

Should Detroit find themselves in need of a new defensive tackle that could become elite fast, Brown would likely be one of the top names in the mix in the first round. His ability to fill gaps in the running game while also rushing the passer translates well to the Lions’ overall system and scheme. Brown is also a first-class human being, a student of the game with a wife and two children, meaning there are no character flaws to speak of. All in all, if the need is there, he might be a perfect fit.

Former Lion Comparison: Shaun Rogers

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