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NFL draft: Ranking the top 50 prospects | Paul Domowitch

The NFL draft begins this Thursday in Nashville, with the Arizona Cardinals holding on to the No. 1 pick.

6-5, 262 | Arms: 33 ½ inches | 40 time: 4.64 seconds | VJ: N/A, BP: 28 reps

In a nutshell: Allen swept the Bednarik and Nagurski awards as the nation’s outstanding defensive player. He had 17 sacks and five forced fumbles. With long arms and loose hips, he possesses an ideal blend of size and athleticism. He’s not a one-trick pass-rusher. He has a good inside counter move in addition to his speed and bend off the edge.