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SMU DE Margus Hunt (Grade: 60)
Film study of the Fresno State offensive line leading into the Mustangs' date with Fresno State in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl led me to believe Hunt (6-foot-8⅛, 272 pounds) was poised for a big game, and he didn't disappoint.
Hunt had two sacks and harassed Bulldogs QB Derek Carr throughout SMU's 43-10 win, showing good versatility in the process. His initial quickness isn't elite, but on his two sacks, Hunt showed the ability to rip under the offensive tackle, bend back inside and deliver the big hit on the passer.
Once he established the edge, Hunt used an outside-in move to force a fumble in the backfield on a delayed run. There's also a lot to like about his pad level and hand use when he rushes between the tackles. Finally, Hunt showed above-average effort and upper-body strength fighting through multiple blocks to affect Carr.
Hunt, who hails from Estonia and is a former world junior gold medalist in the shot put and discus, could see his midround grade improve after a strong senior season, and that momentum could snowball if he tests as well as expected in pre-draft workouts.
NFL comparison: San Francisco 49ers DE Justin Smith
