I like the Joe Thomas pick. They need some range at ILB and he's a good bet to bring that I'd say.

Backman could have a hard time supplanting Perillo because of special teams and fundamentals like blocking and just knowing the offense. We don't really know how long it will take Backman to learn where to line up much less make the right protection and route adjustments.

Guys who have a year in the program definitely have a distinct advantage over the rooks with the systems Capers and McCarthy run.

I'm looking forward to seeing Abbrederis compete this year. His slight build and pedestrian speed, combined with the presence of Montgomery now who supplants him in the slot, make me want to replace him with a burner who can bring a different dimension. But I think he could make it tough to let him go.