Each weekday from now through the draft, I'm looking forward to providing what we're calling the Scouts Inc. Nickel Package. The goal is to zoom in on recent draft trends and certain areas of the 2011 draft class in order to highlight five players who contribute in various ways.
Today's list takes a look at the top prospects who would fit as 3-4 outside linebackers. The ESPN.com NFL experts have unveiled their linebacker power rankings and the list is heavy on 3-4 OLBs, so what better time to look at the best at that position?
Which standout pass rushers are at the top of the list? Who are the versatile prospects who look like good fits on the outside in a 3-4? Todd McShay has the answers for ESPN Insiders. 
Todd McShay
Scouts Inc.- ESPN College Football and NFL Draft Analyst
- Joined ESPN in 2006
- Played quarterback in high school and was a backup QB for the University of Richmond.
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Todd McShay (left) is the director of college scouting for Scouts Inc. McShay, who played quarterback at Richmond, has been evaluating NFL prospects since 1998. Follow Todd on Twitter: @McShay13
Steve Muench (middle) played guard at Richmond and worked in the athletic department there and at Boston College before joining Scouts Inc. in 2002. Follow Steve on Twitter: @SteveMuenchESPN
Kevin Weidl (right) is a former quarterback for Indiana (Pa.) University who worked in the pro scouting department for the New York Jets before joining Scouts Inc. in 2007. Follow Kevin on Twitter: @Kevin_Weidl
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