Malcom Brown projects as Patriots top impact rookie
by Michael Vincent | Thu, Jul 16th 5:12pm EDT
When the Patriots looked to replace Vince Wilfork, they looked at the draft, especially when the Texas defensive tackle fell to them at 32. When discussing Brown in his article, Oliver Thomas said that "versatility could help the first of 11 New England draft selections carve a place early on in [2015.] Brown lined up in both a 4-3 and 3-4 scheme at Texas, serving anywhere from a five-technique defensive end to a zero-technique nose tackle. Though as for where he’ll best fit into the Patriots’ multiple front, one-technique and three-technique figure to be his most common residence based on the team's personnel in place." (Oliver Thomas, 247 Sports)
Fantasy Impact:
Stopping the run was a tall task for the Patriots last season and defensive tackles are not typically high performers in IDP leagues, but Malcom Brown should boost the Patriots defensive line as they replaced the veteran Vince Wilfork with a much more flexible option at nose tackle. They will need to put more pressure on quarterbacks this season as their defensive backfield has been almost completely turned over.
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