Cleveland Browns 2019 NFL Draft Prospects: Defensive Tackles
By Shane Carter
Daniel Wise, Kansas
Daniel Wise was a bright spot for Kansas football. In fact, in four years he was even able to get more tackles for loss (43) than Christian Wilkins.
At 6-3 290 lbs, Wise showed great position flexibility playing outside as 3-4 edge rusher and as an interior defensive tackle. Even though often he was not near as powerful as the offensive linemen he would face, he has serious athletic ability, which abled him to finesse protection and heat seek the backfield.
Despite Kansas being a basketball school, Daniel Wise was a baller amongst others, similar to LeBron James’ first stint in Cleveland. His school is what’s probably going to push him farther in the draft but this may be another draft gem just waiting to be found.
Gerald Willis, Miami
If David Njoku or Duke Johnson are an indication of anything, it’s that the Browns front office watches Miami. They’ve found a lot of value in these Hurricanes and could potentially find some another.
Gerald Willis originally started at the University of Florida before being kicked off the team. A five-star All-American out of high school, Willis only played one full season at The U. Stil,l he was productive, getting 59 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, four sacks, a fumble recovery and a pair of passes deflected, earning second team All-America honors.
He sat out his team’s bowl game after suffering a hand injury, but that doesn’t appear to be a lingering issue. His off the field concerns will likely cause a first round talent to slide, but Antonio Callaway should be proof that Jon Dorsey isn’t scared to take risks.