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Dylan Sanders

2023 NFL draft grades: Buccaneers pick DE YaYa Diaby at No. 82 overall

The NFC South was heavy on the defensive line in the third round as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected former Louisville defensive end YaYa Diaby at No. 82 overall.

Diaby had a great 2022 with a 9-sack season. He also had 14 tackles for a loss. He had flashed some ability in 2021, but never really finished on the production. He had a better showing in run defense in 2021, but shined as a pass rusher in 2022. It’ll be about finding consistency with both for him.

He’s a fantastic athlete for his size, standing at 6-foot-3 and 263 pounds. He had a 4.51-second time in the 40-yard dash and maybe even more impressive 10-yard split (1.51 seconds). He’ll be able to grow behind Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and Shaquil Barrett. Fun player, but maybe more pressing needs.

Grade: C+

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