Dennis Allen was defensive coordinator for the Denver Broncos in the rookie season of Von Miller and he sees similarities to him in first round pick Khalil Mack.

"Absolutely, I saw a lot of similarities between him and Von Miller," Allen said.

"And the thing that really was attractive about Khalil Mack was the fact that he understands how to rush the passer. And he understands how to rush the passer with power." 

Mack was a late bloomer, receiving recruitment from just two colleges out of high school. But Mack was the MAC defensive player of the year with 10.5 sacks and 19 tackles for a loss.