Just Blog Baby 2014 NFL Mock Draft: First Round 7.0
By Chase Ruttig
Dec 31, 2013; El Paso, TX, USA; UCLA Bruins linebacker Anthony Barr (11) during the game against the Virginia Tech Hokies in the 2013 Sun Bowl at Sun Bowl Stadium. UCLA defeated Virginia Tech 42-12. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports
#7 Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Anthony Barr, OLB UCLA
Rory’s Take: Barr is more of a 34 outside linebacker, but he has the body to convert to a pass rushing specialist in a 43. Furthermore, defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier has already said they will adapt their scheme to talent which means a highly diversified and specialized defense is probably coming.
Chase’s Take: Barr is either going to be selected in the Top 10 barring (bad pun alert) a complete drop in stock. He is easily one of the top five pass rushers in the draft in terms of talent and unless the Bucs go with offense at #7 I couldn’t see themselves letting Barr pass through their fingertips.