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No-nonsense Derrick Brown would give Lions a 'straight animal' on defensive line

Indianapolis — The media sessions at the NFL combine are littered with big personalities and interesting personal stories. Then, there is Derrick Brown.

During his 20-minute media session on Thursday, the Auburn defensive lineman's answers were about as compelling as a plain baked potato. It couldn't be any more clear that self-promotion isn't his cup of tea.

That's fine, because Brown's tape does the talking. And others who know him, teammates and competitors alike, had no problem trumpeting his abilities.