2010 NFL Mock Draft
Everson Griffen
April 07, 2010
2010 NFL Mock Draft
32. New Orleans Saints (13-3)
DE Everson Griffen (USC)
With the release of DE Charles Grant and a thin defensive line, the New Orleans Saints select Everson Griffen out of USC. This is a pretty good pick up, as Griffen has shown that he has the ability to play at a high level. He also possesses the ability to play any position on the defensive line, which bodes well for a team that is thin at the defensive tackle position as well.
Why he's good for the Saints:
The Saints need to make a few additions to their defense. While they had the best offense in the league, they can't continue to just outscore teams. They need to play defense as well. Look for the Saints to make this a defense heavy draft.
February 05, 2010
Top NFL Draft Prospects
16. Everson Griffen, DE
Tennessee Titans(8-8)
When it comes to 4-3 defensive ends in this draft, USC product Everson Griffen is one of the first that comes to mind. At 6'3 280 pounds, Griffen is the ideal fit for the defense that the Tennessee Titans run. At pick 16, I feel that the Titans have the ability to pick best player available, and at the DE position, I think they need help. Griffen is very stout against the run, but does need to be a bit more explosive at the snap. Not the best pass rusher, but did manage 8 sacks this past season, and with the help of good coaching, he has a chance to become a very good NFL DE. He has a rare combination of strength and speed for a guy his size as well.
Why he's good for the Titans:
With Jevon Kearse and Kyle Vanden Bosch getting older and wearing down, this is the best fit for the Titans. Throughout the year, they battled injuries to their secondary and I think that they will be fine coming into the next season. With the 16th pick, the Titans have the chance to draft best player available and it will be a position of need as well. Because of injury, the Titans did struggle against the pass, but with this pick they can become even better against the run and get younger as well.
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