Originally Posted by lee909 (Post 470344)

You talking about Manti Te'o?.
I don't think he makes it to 15,I have seen one mock with him dropping that far.

Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 470343)

If the Notre Dame Linebacker is there when we pick (doubt it as Detroit has great needs on defense) - then things get real interesting...

Originally Posted by Danno (Post 470385)

Have we ever taken a LB in the 1st round? Ever?

Maybe thats why our LB's suck year in and year out.

Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 470537)

From WalterFootball.com

Sheldon Richardson, 6-4/295, Missouri

Charlie Campbell Scouting Report:

Strengths:
Extremely explosive
Non-stop motor
Very fast
Instincts
Can play defensive end and tackle
Gives relentless effort
Very disruptive
Phenomenal closing speed
Great get off
A very rare athlete
Makes plays in and out of his gap
Pad level
Quickness
Uses hands well in combination with his feet
Plays with good leverage
Strong pass-rusher on the interior
Repertoire of pass rushing moves
Scheme versatility

Weaknesses:
Strength to anchor
Raw, a little unpolished
Could use a little more weight
Suspended for one game in 2012

The Saints would be a great fit for Richardson, too. He could play defensive end in potential running situations and move inside to tackle on pass plays. Richardson would be a huge upgrade for New Orleans' defensive line, and the team badly needs a player like him on defense.

Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 470540)

Could one guy be that much a difference on the front line?!?