And no Big Ten defender created more chaos over the last three seasons than Abdul Carter. The 6-foot-3, 250-pound Carter, an outside linebacker turned defensive end, was awarded the famed No. 11 shirt prior to his true freshman season.

There are few comparisons as lofty as being compared to Micah Parsons, but for Penn State’s Abdul Carter, that notoriety is not only well earned, it may be understated. Carter and Parsons share several similarities coming out of Happy Valley,

NFL Draft begins on April 24. Here are The Tennessean's rankings for the 10 best LBs/edge rushers available, starting with Abdul Carter.