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.