Michigan's Rashan Gary a 'polarizing' prospect, NFL draft stock may be sliding

Michigan defensive lineman Rashan Gary speaks to the media at U-M's Pro Day on Friday, March 15, 2019, in Ann Arbor. Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press

In terms of measurables and athleticism, Rashan Gary looked like a sure top-10 pick when Mel Kiper Jr. began looking into this year's NFL draft class.

But as layers have been peeled, that doesn't seem to be a consensus any longer.

In fact, Gary's stock leading into this week's draft — which begins Thursday night — could be sliding.

DE Rashan Gary, Michigan: Gary’s production never matched his skills at Michigan, but he’s too talented to experience much of a draft day slide. With the Lions, he’d likely play as a backup to Trey Flowers at right end.…