Take: The effects of trading away Brian Burns were sorely felt by a defense that ranked last in the NFL in pass rush win rate, according to ESPN, through Week 17. In racking up 11 sacks en route to earning Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, Carter proved he can wreck offensive game plans with regularity.

The NFL Draft positions for the 18 teams not in the playoffs are locked in. We take a look at who they might take.

The NFL's 18 teams that missed the playoffs can turn their attention to the draft. How might the top picks play out come April?