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2011 NFL Draft Defensive Value Chart

It is very rare to get a good look at an NFL teams draft board. However, it appears that a lot of teams are using a value chart which gives a breakdown based on round value. The Value Chart shows what players fit a specific round which helps teams identify if they are reaching for a prospect.

For example, I have Cameron Heyward as a 1st round defensive lineman so if I were to select him in the 2nd round he would equal great value. This chart would come in handy if a team was looking to address specific needs but would be less valuable to a team that likes to pick the best player available. NFL teams need to utilize two boards in order to be completely organized and ensure they make the right selection. This board is developed after months and months of evaluations and gathering information.

After the jump, you will find my defensive value chart which covers 3 rounds. Check it out and provide some feedback.

Rd Defensive End Defensive Tackle Linebacker Cornerback Safety
1st

Da'Quan Bowers

Robert Quinn

Cam Jordan

JJ Watt

Ryan Kerrigan

Aldon Smith

Justin Houston

Cameron Heyward

Adrian Clayborn

Marcell Dareus

Nick Fairley

Corey Liuget

Muhammad Wilkerson

Phil Taylor

Von Miller

Akeem Ayers

Mason Foster

Patrick Peterson

Prince Amukamara

Jimmy Smith

Brandon Harris

Aaron Williams

2nd

Sam Acho

Christian Ballard

Stephen Paea

Marvin Austin

Jarvis Jenkins

Martez Wilson

Bruce Carter

Brooks Reed

Jabaal Sheard

Quan Sturdivant

Ras-I Dowling

Curtis Brown

Johnny Patrick

Rahim Moore
3rd Allen Bailey

Drake Nevis

Jurrell Casey

Terrell McClain

Kendric Ellis

Dontay Moch

Colin McCarthy

Marcus Gilchrist

Josh Thomas

Kendric Burney

Jaiquawn Jarrett

Quinton Carter

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