NFl draft: Patriots get Alabama ILB Dont’a Hightower at No. 25
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No. 25 New England Patriots: ILB Dont’a Hightower, Alabama –- Hightower, who made the calls and defensive adjustments for Alabama last season, was a finalist for four national awards last season and had career highs in tackles (85) and sacks (four).
Comment: The Patriots make another move to fortify their defensive front. Hightower is huge and likely will come off the field in passing situations.
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