Khalil Mack, Raiders: (5th overall pick) General manager Reggie McKenzie has seen the Raiders organization crumble around him, but count Mack among the few bright spots in Oakland. Only Rob Ninkovich and Justin Houston have played more snaps at 3-4 outside linebacker, with Mack grading second in the league behind only Houston at the position, per Pro Football Focus. An outstanding run-stuffer from the start -- he leads the NFL in tackles for loss -- Mack has improved his pass coverage and grown as a pass rusher down the stretch. His three sacks since Week 11 look promising when packaged with his 35 hurries, a figure tied with Dwight Freeney for third most in the league. Grade: A
Posted on: Tue, 16 Dec 2014 19:49:28 +0000