8. Tennessee Titans: Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina

By Tom Gower of Total Titans

The Titans' biggest need is quarterback, but with Blaine Gabbert off the board, there's not a quarterback I feel comfortable taking.  The next biggest positional need is probably linebacker, but there's not a linebacker who's worth it.  The next best option is somebody to rush the passer.  The Titans have a decent grouping of defensive tackles, but could use an upgrade at end, especially if they don't re-sign Jason Babin.

The choice then comes down to which defensive end.  I considered Quinn and Da'Quan Bowers from Clemson.  If this is the choice the Titans make on draft day, I expect them to choose Bowers if his knee checks out.  Personally, though, I think they need a defensive end with a better burst off the edge to complement last year's first round pick Derrick Morgan.  In that case, Quinn fits the bill.
 
Here's the scouting report on Quinn and following is the analysis of this pick, both courtesy of Eric Galko of Optimum Scouting:
 
The Tennessee Titans are known for looking at the most talented player on the board over the best values or of team need, such as Michael Griffin, Chris Johnson, and Kenny Britt. Still, while Quinn is a great athlete, he has quite a few questions marks that I would consider reasons not to take him such as a benign tumor he had in high school, not playing all of last year, and questions about his development as a player. Still, if no QBs or DTs are available here (their two biggest needs) don't be surprised if the Titans make a somewhat surprising pick and get the most talented player on the board.