Patriots add to defensive line by taking DT Malcom Brown

Follow the action with our NFL Draft Tracker, which includes all seven rounds, scouting profiles, trades and rumors.

The New England Patriots concluded the first round by taking defensive tackle Malcom Brown out of Texas with the 32nd overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.

Fortunately for the Patriots, Brown slid all the way down to the end of the opening round and he'll be a welcome addition to a defense that lost several key contributors this offseason.

Darrelle Revis and Vince Wilfork were the biggest names to depart, and Brown figures to step into Wilfork's role.

The Pats took defensive end Dominique Easley in the first round last year, meaning New England's defensive line is going to be very young for the foreseeable future.

Malcom Brown Bio

Position: DT
School: Texas
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-2
Weight: 320 lbs.
Age: 22

Combine Results

Strengths

• Excels against the run because of his massive frame and low center of gravity. Will be hard to move in the middle but also has the agility and technique to get around blocks.
• Improved his hand technique and power in Junior season, allowing him to shed blockers better and get the first punch while pass rushing.
• Versatility allows him to play in a 3-4 or 4-3, though he fits the mould to be a nose tackle at the next level.
• Durable, playing all 38 games in three seasons at Texas, with ideal maturity, experience and leadership to impress coaches.

Weaknesses

• Known as a bit of an underachiever who hasn't consistently lived up to his immense talent. Production has not equaled ability.
• Lacks burst, relying on power as opposed to a quick first step to get by blockers. Needs to improve upon and add to his arsenal of pass-rush moves.
• Although he routinely plays hard he is not a high-motor guy away from the play, particularly when he's not able to rush the passer.