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Re-Drafting the Defensive Linemen From the 2011 NFL Draft using Advanced Analytics
J.J. Watt would have to be the first end to go, but who would follow based on their career production thus far?

10. Nick Fairley

CarAV: 24

Coming out of Auburn, big things were expected from defensive tackle Nick Fairley. For two years, the Detroit Lions received next to nothing back for their first-round investment. The 6'5", 291-pound lineman started just seven games, posting 6.5 sacks and 36 tackles in total over his first two seasons.

In his third year, Fairley broke out for 22 tackles, 6 sacks and 2 forced fumbles in 15 games. His AV of 8 that year is the best single-season mark of his career thus far.

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