2009 NFL Draft Top DT Prospects

1. B.J. Raji, Boston College (6'2", 335 lbs.)
The elite DT of this year's class. Is an elite run stopper and excellent pass rusher. Can play NT or DT. Very strong and very quick.

2. Peria Jerry, Mississippi (6'2", 300 lbs.)
Solid DT who led the NCAA in tackles behind the line of scrimmage. Is extremely agile. Is a very good pass rusher. Solid at stopping the run. Has lots of upside. Is a little undersized and could be stronger.

3. Evander Hood, Missouri (6'3", 300 lbs.)
The quickest and most elusive DT in this year's class. Is an elite pass rusher. Upside is unbelievable. Could be the steal of the draft. Is solid in defeding the run but needs to improve strength. Has an elite spin move.

4. Ron Brace, Boston College (6'3", 330 lbs.)
Is a force in the middle of the line. Very effective in defending the run. Has great strength. Needs to improve agility. Is a nonfactor in the pass rush.

5. Fili Moala, USC (6'5", 305 lbs.)
Was once an elite defensive tackle but was too inconsistent in 2008. Has great speed and agility. Very effective against the pass and good against the rush. Needs to improve power. May be better suited as a DE in a 3-4 alignment.