Nader Abdallah

DT · Ohio State
After three years of not being a factor for the Buckeyes because of a poor work ethic and weight issues, Abdallah came on as a starter the second half of 2007 (19 tackles, three for loss). He continued his improvement throughout his senior season, earning honorable mention All-Big Ten honors with 33 tackles, six for loss and four pass breakups. Abdallah's family (originally from Palestine) lost their home and business in Hurricane Katrina. His life experiences caused a shift in his attitude and maturity that could help to make him a late-round pick.