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2017 NFL Draft: Top 25 Big Board after Week 11

By Tyler Brooke

Oct 22, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) returns a fumble for a touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 22, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (93) returns a fumble for a touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 5, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles defensive end DeMarcus Walker (44) rushes against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Camping World Stadium. Florida State Seminoles defeated the Mississippi Rebels 45-34. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 5, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles defensive end DeMarcus Walker (44) rushes against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Camping World Stadium. Florida State Seminoles defeated the Mississippi Rebels 45-34. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

If your team is in the market for a 3-4 defensive end who can rush the passer, then there are few options more appealing than Florida State’s DeMarcus Walker.

The Seminoles defense has sorely missed their star safety Derwin James this season, but Walker has been a wrecking ball in the pocket all year. In fact, Walker is tied for third in the nation this season with 11 sacks to go along with three forced fumbles.

Like Thomas, Walker is a little small for a defensive lineman at 6’3” and 273 pounds. However, Walker plays much bigger by exploding off of the snap while using his strength and leverage to make big plays.

The argument could be made that Walker could become a 3-4 edge rusher at the next level, but I’m not sure he’s fast enough to make that transition. However, Walker is a dominant pass rusher on the line and could be a nice fit as a five technique defensive end.

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