Shaq Lawson is one of the best defensive prospects in this year’s draft. The Central, South Carolina native was a standout at D.W Daniel High School. Over the course of his junior and senior year, Lawson combined for 199 tackles and 22 sacks. He was a four-star recruit according to Rivals.com, ultimately committing to the University of Clemson. Prior to joining Clemson, Lawson spent a season at Hargrave Military Academy. He was named the #1 prep school prospect in the nation before joining the Tigers in 2013.
As a freshman at Clemson, Lawson recorded 30 tackles and 4 sacks in a limited role.