Darius Slay used to pick on Quinyon Mitchell for his lack of takeaways. It was hard to fault him, no matter how outstanding Mitchell was in his rookie season. 16 g

Second-year receiver Johnny Wilson has struggled in the passing game but has shown himself to be effective as a run blocker and on special teams coverage. Rookie fifth-rounder Ainias Smith is a potential punt returner, a role he filled in college.

Quinyon Mitchell is not among the favorites to win the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award this year, at +5000 (14th-ranked odds). Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you purchase through our links, the USA Today Network may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.