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NFL Draft: Pre-Combine defensive rankings

Breaking Burgundy Analyst Paul Conner shares his top five players at each defensive position for the NFL Draft.

The NFL Combine starts Wednesday. Before the six day event kicks off, Breaking Burgundy film analyst Paul Conner shares his rankings. After his top 5 players at each offensive position, time for the best of the best on the defensive side. Check back for additional updates and revisions over the next two months. Final grades will be handed out, but plenty of homework remains.

Defense:

3-4 Defensive Ends

1. DeForest Buckner - Oregon

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