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A closer look: Defensive tackle Gabe Wright

DT Gabe Wright, Auburn

Draft status: Fourth round, pick 113 overall (acquired in trade with Eagles in exchange for Lions’ third-round pick in 2016).

Ht./Wt: 6-2.6/300.

Career stats: As a four-year player and primary starter the last three years, Wright was credited with 20 tackles for loss and nine sacks. He set career highs in 2013 with 8.5 tackles for loss and three sacks. Wright also had experience at defensive end in what Auburn called its “rhino” package. Wright played in the Senior Bowl.

Gabe Wright
DT Gabe Wright (Photo: AP Images)

Combine workout: 5.