1) Robert Quinn - NORTH CAROLINA**
He routinely defeats offensive tackles by using a combination of speed, quickness and power that is complemented by exceptional leverage. Quinn's ability to bend and burst while maintaining his speed is rare, and he'll be nearly impossible to block when he learns better hand-to-hand combat skills. Although he needs to be a stronger presence against the run, his natural pass-rush skills make him the top defensive end in the draft. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Redskins, Falcons, Chargers, Packers)
2) Da'Quan Bowers - CLEMSON**
Bowers was regarded by most teams as the top defensive end prospect until medical concerns and a sub-par workout hurt his status. Bowers can play with power or finesse and shows a knack for getting to the ball. He emerged this season, leading the nation with 15.5 sacks behind an assortment of moves. Even though his motor and hustle could be called into question, his production stands out on tape. Looming concerns regarding Bowers' knee have plummeted his value. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Chargers, Packers, Falcons, Browns)
3) JJ Watt - WISCONSIN
He overwhelms blockers with his strength, and his relentless approach results in a number of disruptive plays. As a run defender, he uses strength and leverage when taking on single and double teams at the point of attack. He fends off blockers well with his hands and finds a way to get in on tackles late. Watt's non-stop motor and superior physical and mental toughness wear down opponents. He's the kind of player whom every defense needs on the line. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Chargers, Cowboys, Redskins, Packers)
4) Cameron Jordan - CALIFORNIA
His quickness, athleticism and polished hand skills made him seemingly impossible to block in individual and team drills, and he emerged from the game as one of the top defenders. He flashes a combination of quickness and burst that allows him to beat blockers on slants and stunts, and he is capable of thriving in a one-gap system that places a premium on penetration. Jordan is stout against the run and has the ideal frame to take on double teams at the point of attack. He plays with leverage, and his wide base makes him difficult to move off the ball. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Chargers, Cowboys, Packers, Falcons)
5) Muhammad Wilkerson - TEMPLE
Wilkerson is an elite 3-4 defensive end prospect with idea size, excellent shedding ability and the athleticism to pursue from the backside and rush the passer. Jolts offensive lineman at the point of attack, can beat the double team, finds the football and makes plays against the run. Does not have rare first-step quickness but can take a direct line through blockers to pressure the quarterback and has range against the run. Despite size, is a three-down guy who plays with a high effort level for four quarters. -NFL.com
Best Fits: (Chargers, Packers, Cowboys, Saints)
6) Aldon Smith - MISSOURI**
His freakish athleticism has captivated scouts, but his pass-rush skills are what put him among the top defensive end prospects. His first-step quickness and burst is remarkable and he shows body control turning the corner while pursuing the edge. As a run defender, he has the quickness to slip into cracks against runs to and away from his side, but he needs to play with better leverage more consistently. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Chargers, Falcons, Packers, Jaguars)
7) Adrian Clayborn - IOWA
Clayborn has the ability to be a very good starting defensive end in a 3-4 or 4-3 front and can play some defensive tackle in passing situations. Smart, instinctual player, especially against the run. Doesn't stay blocked long and can stop the running game right at him. Uses his hands and power to take a direct route to the quarterback. Doesn't possess elite quickness or top-end speed which limits his big-play ability rushing the passer, away from him in the running game, and in space. Clayborn could draw interest from several clubs due to his versatility. -NFL.com
Best Fits: (Falcons, Lions, Jaguars, 49ers)
8) Ryan Kerrigan - PURDUE**
A relentless rusher with strength and sneaky athleticism, he routinely fills up stat sheets with sacks, forced fumbles and tackles for loss. His awareness and non-stop motor rate near the top of the charts. In fact, you'd be hard-pressed to identify another rusher in the draft who makes a bigger impact for his respective team. Against the run, Kerrigan shows strength and power while holding the point of attack. His superior hand skills allow him to fall in on a number of plays. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Lions, Eagles, Buccaneers, Jaguars)
9) Cameron Heyward - OHIO ST.
Heyward is big, versatile defensive end who can play in a 4-3 or a 3-4 at the next level. He is a powerful athlete at the point of attack who can eat up blocks in the running game and uses heavy active hands to shed quickly. He possesses a less-than-ideal burst but is a relentless pass rusher who gets more sacks than he should. His greatest asset is his versatility, as he can control blockers to be effective in a two-gap scheme, but also could have an impact as a traditional defensive end in a 4-3. -NFL.com
Best Fits: (Packers, Chargers, Ravens, Steelers)
10) Justin Houston - GEORGIA**
Ht: 6'3" Wt: 270Houston is a bit undersized as a traditional 4-3 defensive end but fits the mold of a 3-4 outside linebacker. Gets off the ball quickly, has enough athleticism to get the corner and can also use the bull rush but needs to do a better job after contact and widen his array of moves. Flashes the ability to keep blockers off his body, set the edge, get off blocks, and make plays in pursuit but needs to show more intensity shedding and playing in a phone booth. Has the athleticism to drop into coverage but might struggle in man. -NFL.com
Best Fits: (Falcons, Eagles, Lions, Packers)
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