NFL Draft Rumors: Dominique Easley could go in first round

April 6, 2013; Gainesville FL, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Dominique Easley (2) during the spring practice for the Orange and Blue Deput at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Before tearing his ACL for the second time (and in the second leg), former Florida Gators’ defensive tackle Dominique Easley looked like he would be a first round pick.

However, most pundits now see him as a second or third round pick.

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, Easley could still go in the first round.

Heard from 2 top scouts who believe #Florida DT Dominique Easley goes in 1st round, even with torn ACL. Would be a shocker… but he’s a beast
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 30, 2014

Easley has drawn interest from the Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks and many believe he would be a good fit in New England. Rapoport agrees.

Could see #Patriots addressing interior DL with Easley RT @NewEnglandXLIX: @RapSheet #Patriots if he's there. Save this tweet.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 30, 2014

The Dallas Cowboys, who have a big need along the defensive line, have also shown interest in Easley, bringing him in for a visit.

Easley made 72 tackles, 18.0 for loss and 5.0 sacks in four seasons with the Gators.

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