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Sporting News: Big Ten defensive stars to watch in 2010

CHICAGO—The Big Ten boasts a Heisman Trophy candidate at quarterback (Ohio State's Terrelle Pryor) and running back (Wisconsin's John Clay). The league's defenses, though, will showcase just as much star power.

Who's established?
Michigan State LB Greg Jones

The Big Ten's reigning defensive player of the year is a preseason pick to take the award again. No linebacker in the league plays the run better than the Spartans' star.

Who's exciting?
Iowa DE Adrian Clayborn

Clayborn blocks kicks, sacks quarterbacks and, well, ask Georgia Tech how he reacts to ...

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