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Ohio State senior defensive end John Simon has reportedly taken his game to the next level.
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UCLA redshirt freshman running back Steven Manfro has been impressive in spring football.
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Virginia Tech redshirt junior quarterback Logan Thomas leads a talented crop of A.C.C. signal callers.
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Mississippi junior safety Charles Sawyer looks to lead his squad in interceptions again.
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Michigan State junior linebacker Max Bullough keeps up his family tradition.
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Florida senior inside linebacker Jon Bostic leads the Gators' draft eligible prospects.
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Purude senior defensive tackle Kawann Short cracks the top 10 of CBS Draft Analyst's 2013 Big Board.
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Michigan State sophomore wide out Tony Lippett is expected to contribute after converting from cornerback.
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Georgia junior defensive tackle Kwame Geathers comes from a successful football-playing family.
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Closer look at Tongan born Utah senior defensive tackle Star Lotulelei.
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Washington cornerback Desmond Trufant might be the highest rated senior Husky in next year's draft.
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California junior wide out Keenan Allen looks to improve upon his successful sophomore campaign.
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Georgia redshirt junior outside linebacker Jarvis Jones might be an elite draft pick next year.
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South Carolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney will likely be used in a hybrid role this season, similar to Melvin Ingram.
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A new college football all-star game is being planned in Montgomery, Alabama (former city of the Blue-Gray game).
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Quick rundown of Texas defensive end Jackson Jeffcoat and other possible top picks in the 2013 N.F.L. draft.
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Florida State redshirt senior quarterback E.J. Manuel is working with a private quarterbacks coach.
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S.M.U. defensive tackle leads the way on Bruce Feldman's Freak List: The 10 craziest athletes in college football.
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CBS Sports draft blogger Previews the Top Prospects to Watch in 2013.
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Bleacher Report: Is L.S.U. cornerback Tyrann Mathieu really a top pro prospect?
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Veteran ESPN draft analyst takes a quick look at 9 Top SEC Prospects that made his early top 25 draft big board.
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Bleacher Report writer does a very early and in-depth draft preview for Alabama State offensive tackle Terren Jones, who is listed at 6' 8" and 355 pounds.
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Don Banks of SI.com: 10 intriguing N.F.L. Depth-Chart Competitions that warrant attention this summer.
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Former Dartmouth running back Nick Schweiger hopes to make the St. Louis Rams as an undrafted free agent.
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Both of CBS Sports year-round draft writers have recently posted 2013 Mock Drafts and both have Tyler Eifert going to the Giants.
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If you're willing to click "next" 32 times, a Bleacher Report writer has posted a 2013 N.F.L. Mock Draft, with comments for each pick.
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CBS Sports: N.F.L. prospects Alex Okafor and Kenny Vaccaro among Texas trio arrested Monday.
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withthefirstpick.com writer does an in-depth prospect scouting report for L.S.U. quarterback Zach Mettenberger.
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nflmocks.com: U.S.C. Trojans Top N.F.L. Draft Prospects for 2013 and Beyond.
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Bleacher Report: One Fix the N.F.L.'s Undrafted Free Agency System Needs to Make.
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Kent Somers takes an in-depth look at how the Arizona Cardinals 2009 Draft Picks have panned out three years after being selected.
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CBS Sports draft blogger looks back at the 2009 N.F.L. Draft, which was loaded with busts -- particularly at defensive line, cornerback and receiver.
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Former Redskins and Texans G.M. Charley Casserly compares a pair of talented college quarterbacks: Matt Barkley vs. Landry Jones.
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Bleacher Report: Ranking the Top 7 Remaining Undrafted Free Agents.
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Quarterback Matt Barkley is #1 in Draftsite.com's most recently updated 3 Round N.F.L. Mock Draft .
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The Virginian-Pilot: ESPN draft gurus very high on Virginia Tech quarterback Logan Thomas.
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Bleacher Report: Colleges That Will Dominate in Next Year's First Round.
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Pro Football Weekly has posted a pretty thorough and updated list of Undrafted Free Agent Signings.
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Despite versatility and excellent speed, former Boise State star Shea McClellin will only play defensive end this season with the Chicago Bears.
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Chad Reuter of NFL.com: Best Undrafted Free Agent Fits for All 32 N.F.L. Teams.
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Does University of Arkansas quarterback Tyler Wilson have a realistic chance at being next year's top overall draft pick?
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ESPN blogger tries to look into the future and has Tyler Wilson ranked #1 on his list of Top 16 Prospects from the Southeastern Conference.
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Bleacher Report: Power Ranking the 7 Most Fragile Top 2012 Draft Picks.
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16 former U.S. college players, including a recent N.F.L. draft pick, selected in today's Canadian Football League Draft.
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Quick look at where star quarterback Tyler Wilson and several other University of Arkansas Razorbacks might land in the 2013 Draft.
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Estonian born S.M.U. defensive tackle Margus Hunt goes to the Arizona Cardinals in Pete Schrager's (Fox.com) very unique 2013 N.F.L. Mock Draft.
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Palmbeachpost.com: Decision by Miami Hurricanes underclassmen to enter N.F.L. Draft may have cost them a lot of money.
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ESPN Draft writer tries to look into the future and ranks Jackson Jeffcoat as the Top Draft Prospects from the Big 12.
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Former University of Miami quarterback Jacory Harris invited to try-out for a spot on the Miami Dolphins pre-season 90 man roster.
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Michigan State's Keith Nichol gets shot with Washington Redskins, hopes 'football IQ' can help him earn N.F.L. roster spot.
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Cork Gaines from Business Insider: N.F.L. Draft experts are not very good at Mock Drafting.
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N.F.L. Draft activity creates challenges north of the border as Canadian Football League Draft Nears.
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Bleacher Report: Which Texas A&M Aggies will be picked in the 2013 N.F.L. Draft?
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Bleacher Report blogger has a pair of PAC-12 defensive stars going to Pittsburgh next spring in his early Steelers 7 Round Mock Draft.
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Kansascity.sbnation.com writer tries to project which Kansas State Wildcats will be picked next year.
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Pro Football Weekly: Candid quotes from annonymous N.F.L. scouts, coaches and execs talking about several recent N.F.L. Draft Picks.
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ESPN draft analyst says Michigan left tackle Taylor Lewan will be an elite prospect; Denard Robinson won't play quarterback in the N.F.L.
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Boston College dismisses all-time leading rusher Montel Harris. He could enter the N.F.L.'s supplemental draft this summer or transfer.
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Respected Dallas News writer/N.F.L. insider Rick Gosselin gives us a unique, round-by-round look at the Dallas Cowboys Draft Picks.
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Arkansas quarterback Tyler Wilson goes #1 overall in Andrew Perloff's (SI.com) One Round 2013 Mock Draft.
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Dallas Cowboys' most recent 3rd round pick heads the list of Top 15 C.F.L. Draft Prospects, which will be held this week.
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CBS Sports: Pat Kirwan, a former N.F.L. scout, college & pro coach and N.Y. Jets executive has listed his Top 20 Undrafted Free Agents.
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Athlon Sports draft writer has just posted his early 2013 N.F.L. Draft Top 50 Big Board.
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Mockingthedraft.com draft writer has listed 11 Small School Prospects who he believes could become draft worthy in the spring of 2013.
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If you're willing to click "next" 121 times, a Bleacher Report writer has posted his Top Prospect from every F.B.S. school for the 2013 Draft.
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Ex-Huntingdon wide receiver Cody Pearcy, who amazed scouts at his Pro Day, explains why he signed with the Atlanta Falcons as a free agent.
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The Arizona Cardinals have signed former JUCO track star Stanley Arukwe, who played one season at Troy and reportedly ran a 4.19/40 at Pro Day.
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CBS Sports draft blogger has already put forth his 2013 N.F.L. Draft Top 50 Big Board.
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NFL.com: Matt Barkley leads the way, as Bucky Brooks looks at the Top 30 Prospects for the 2013 N.F.L. Draft.
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NFL.com: Chad Kreuter ranks the Top 5 Prospects at each Position for the 2013 N.F.L. Draft.
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Sporting News bloggers predict the likely candidates to go #1 overall the Next Five Years; list includes high schooler Robert Nkemdiche.
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Mike Sando, ESPN.com blogger: Where N.F.L. Draft Predictions went Wrong.
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Mike Monaco of The Observer: Don't put too much stock into N.F.L. Draft.
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Former West Virginia University defensive end Bruce Irvin shocked he was selected so early in round one.
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Can undrafted-free-agent running back Jewel Hampton make the San Francisco 49er's roster?
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Pete Prisco of CBS Sports has posted his Team-by-Team N.F.L. Draft grades.
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Foxsports.com: Czar's team-by-team N.F.L. Draft grades.
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Sporting News draft writer has also listed his Top 10 Undrafted Free Agents.
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NEpatriotsdraft.com is tracking all the undrafted free agent signings: N.F.L. Draft Undrafted Free Agent Tracker.
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Mocking the Draft.com writer is also tracking the undrafted free agent signings: N.F.L. Draft Undrafted Free Agent Tracker.
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NFL.com senior analyst Gil Brandt has just posted his Top 10 Undrafted Free Agent List.
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NFL.com senior analyst Gil Brandt has also posted his list of Top 5 Undrafted Free Agent at Each Position.
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CBS Sports draft blogger has also posted his Top 10 Undrafted Free Agents & Top 5 at each Position.
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Former Florida Atlantic defensive end Kevin Cyrille has agreed to terms with the Minnesota Vikings.
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Ex-Arizona State middle linebacker Vontaze Burfict has agreed to an undrafted free agent contract with the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Former Rutgers running back Joe Martinek inks free agent contract with defending Super Bowl champs after going undrafted.
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Former Iowa linebacker Tyler Nielsen goes undrafted due to injury history; agrees to terms with the Minnesota Vikings.
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Pitt shut out of draft for first time since 1999, but seven Panthers did sign free agent deals.
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DD Round 1 Instant Grades:
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1. Indianapolis Colts - QB Andrew Luck, Stanford
Grade: A.
Colts didn't overthink it, took the best available player. Luck is a once in a decade franchise QB prospect.
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2. Washington Redskins - QB Robert Griffin III, Baylor
Grade: A-.
RG3 should be very successful, very early. His arm is exceptional and his legs will get him out of trouble.
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3. Cleveland Browns - RB Trent Richardson, Alabama
Grade: B-.
Great fit and a great prospect but a questionable use of value. Did the Browns really need to trade up 1 spot for a tailback?
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4. Minnesota Vikings - OT Matt Kalil, Southern California
Grade: A+.
Left tackles _are_ essential and the Vikings' actions proved that maxim. Vikings were playing smart poker all week and it paid off.
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5. Jacksonville Jaguars - WR Justin Blackmon, Oklahoma State
Grade: B+.
Blackmon as a top-5 pick is deserved. He is a blue chip option and will be a huge help to Blaine Gabbert.
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6. Dallas Cowboys - CB Morris Claiborne, L.S.U.
Grade: A.
Cowboys made a splash by snatching the final remaining blue chip player. Were the Bucs caught snoozing?
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7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - S Mark Barron, Alabama
Grade: C+.
Bucs have uncertainty at the center of their defensive backfield, Barron is a very good option out of a short supply.
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8. Miami Dolphins - QB Ryan Tannehill, Texas A&M
Grade: B.
After missing out on several targets, the Dolphins claim Tannehill and his athletic upside. Got to have a QB in this league.
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9. Carolina Panthers - LB Luke Kuechly, Boston College
Grade: A-.
To have a middle linebacker healthy and productive will be a welcome change in Carolina. Kuechly is a tackling machine.
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10. Buffalo Bills - CB Stephon Gilmore, South Carolina
Grade: B+.
Bills reload at the crucial cornerback position, Gilmore can ball hawk and shore up the leaky secondary.
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11. Kansas City Chiefs - DT Dontari Poe, Memphis
Grade: B.
This player has been criticized but according to the planet theory, there are few people on the planet Earth with his measurables.
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12. Philadelphia Eagles - DT Fletcher Cox, Mississippi State
Grade: A.
Eagles were aggressive in trading up. Cox is as comfortable at end, as he at tackle, just an outstanding athlete.
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13. Arizona Cardinals - WR Michael Floyd, Notre Dame
Grade: B+.
Cards stuck to their board and found value with Floyd. Having Fitzgerald to take the heat is ideal for his early career.
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14. St. Louis Rams - DT Michael Brockers, L.S.U.
Grade: A-.
Brockers can toughen up the interior of the Rams defense and sneaking into the top 15, this was about his draft value.
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15. Seattle Seahawks - DE Bruce Irvin, West Virginia
Grade: C.
Irvin has a rare first step that can't be taught. Most will say he's a reach, but he could make the media look dumb by producing sacks.
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16. New York Jets - DE Quinton Coples, North Carolina
Grade: A-.
Coples has been nitpicked for months but he is productive and showed signs of dominance. Rex Ryan can use him at 5-tech.
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17. Cincinnati Bengals - CB Dre Kirkpatrick, Alabama
Grade: B+.
Kirkpatrick shores up the Bengals secondary and was drafted on time, he wasn't going to last much longer.
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18. San Diego Chargers - LB Melvin Ingram, South Carolina
Grade: A.
Ingram at 18 was an absolute steal for a versatile and tough rush linebacker. He should improve the defense right away.
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19. Chicago Bears - LB Shea McClellin, Boise State
Grade: B-.
McClellin's career will be helped if the Bears use him at his college position of 4-3 defensive end. Slight reach?
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20. Tennessee Titans - WR Kendall Wright, Baylor
Grade B.
Opinions vary on Wright but the Titans should see increased scoring with this potentially dynamic play-maker.
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21. New England Patriots - DE Chandler Jones, Syracuse
Grade: C+.
Boom or bust. Positive outcome possible based on bloodlines and wingspan. But did he really show enough to be worth this pick?
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22. Cleveland Browns (VIA ATL) - QB Brandon Weeden, Oklahome State
Grade: B-.
It's understandable to want to upgrade the QB position but Weeden might have lingered until their 2nd round pick.
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23. Detroit Lions - OT Reilly Reiff, Iowa
Grade: B+.
Reiff may or may not be a left tackle, but the Lions need help at several spots and Reiff will be solid.
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24. Pittsburgh Steelers - OG David Decastro, Stanford
Grade: A+
Steelers got a steal for this player, at this spot in the round. Just a great pick.
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25. New England Patriots - LB Dont'a Hightower, Alabama
Grade: B+.
Hightower upgrades Pats defense as a linebacker or as a pass rusher, and should help early. Saban connection on display.
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26. Houston Texans - DE Whitney Mercilus, Illinois
Grade: A-.
The most recent NCAA single season sack leader is a great value this late in the frame and he has exciting upside.
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27. Cincinnati Bengals - OG Kevin Zeitler, Wisconsin
Grade C.
Nothing against Zeitler, who is a solid, mauling tough-guy, but the Bengals seemed to make one trade down too many.
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28. Green Bay Packers - DE Nick Perry, Southern California
Grade: A-.
Perry is another example of a highly talented athlete with big-time sack production going later than he could have in the 1st frame.
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29. Minnesota Vikings - S Harrison Smith, Notre Dame
Grade: C+.
Smith is more impressive in workouts than he is on the football field, and it's questionable if another trade was really necessary.
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30. San Francisco 49ers - WR A.J. Jenkins, Illinois
Grade: B-.
Jenkins was a reach, but only by a half round. He's a scrappy player with legit speed and play-making ability.
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31. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - RB Doug Martin, Boise State
Grade: A-.
Bucs could have a real nice rushing attack next year with Martin's vision and a re-vamped offensive line.
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32. New York Giants - RB David Wilson, Virginia Tech
Grade: B-.
Wilson has that extra gear to take it to the house, but wonder if Martin was their real target and were surprised by the Bucs?
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CBS Sports: Harrison Smith is headed to the Bay State in Pete Prisco's One Round Mock Draft.
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CBS Sports: David Wilson becomes a N.Y. Giant in Clark Judge's One Round Mock Draft.
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Shea McClellin is headed to the Packers in Green Bay Press Gazette's One Round Mock Draft.
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Whitney Mercilus becomes a Bear in Dan Pompei's, of the Chicago Tribune, One Round Mock Draft.
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Riley Reiff is selected by the Chargers, in Sam Farmer's (L.A. Times) One Round Mock Draft.
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WEEI.com blogger looks at 11 Top Draft Prospects with Character Concerns.
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Fox Sports: Dale Moss is Mr. Irrelevant in Peter Schrager's recently posted Seven Round Mock Draft.
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Will former Iowa tackle Riley Reiff join Bryan Bulaga in a short-arm freefall as N.F.L. draft nears?
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A pair of Charlotte Observer writers have just posted a Top 100 Prospects Big Board.
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Bleacher Report writer makes up a list of 5 Athletic Freaks, he believes will fall on draft day.
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Writer that cover the Philadelphia Eagles has posted his Top-Five N.F.L. Draft Sleepers.
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Due to his glaring lack of speed and questionable work ethic, many N.F.L. scouts doubt value of Arizona State linebacker Vontaze Burfict.
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Former N.F.L. safety Mike Mayock recently updated his Top 100 N.F.L. Draft Big Board.
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Respected NFL.com senior analyst Gil Brandt has just posted his Top 100 Prospects (plus 25) Big Board.
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CBS Sports: Pat Kirwan, a former N.F.L. scout, college & pro coach and N.Y. Jets executive has posted a Two Round Mock Draft.
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NFL.com: Matt Veldman is Mr. Irrelevant in Chad Reuter's recently posted Seven Round Mock Draft.
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CBS Sports Draft tracker's most recently posted Top 64 Prospects Big Board.
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Among Ohio State Buckeyes with N.F.L. Draft dreams, the saga of former Rugby star Nate Ebner is rather special.
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Ex-North Carolina State defensive end Markus Kuhn hopes to become only the third European-trained player drafted by an N.F.L. team.
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NFL Films Greg Cosell, nephew of Howard Cosell: Diamonds in the Rough Part One and Diamonds in the Rough Part Two.
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NFL.com: Greg Cosell of NFL Films has posted a One Round Mock Draft, with Robert Griffin going #1 overall.
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SI.com writer Don Banks looks at 10 Potential Diamonds in the Rough that could be bargins in this week's N.F.L. Draft.
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Former Michigan State Spartan's wideout B.J. Cunningham says his speed won't impede his pro career.
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Bill Livingston of The Plain Dealer: Archie Manning says draft flops often lack commitment.
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WEEI.com blogger looks at 11 Top Draft Prospects with Injury Concerns.
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How high can former University of Illinois standout Whitney Mercilus in the upcoming N.F.L. draft.
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After a poor Pro Day showing and D.U.I. arrest, ex-Georgia tight end Orson Charles is "excited and nervous" as draft week has arrived.
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Former Temple Owls' offensive lineman Derek Dennis hopes to hear his name called during the N.F.L. draft.
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Injury could have ended the career of ex-Cincinnati quarterback Zach Collaros, but he's giving it another shot in the draft.
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In-depth N.F.L. Draft Profile for former Northwestern defensive tackle Jack DiNardo.
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Former Michigan State wide receiver/quarterback Keith Nichol hopes his versatility registers with N.F.L. scouts.
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Quick look at ex-Toledo cornerback Desmond Marrow, who has received pre-draft interest from the San Francisco 49ers.
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N.F.L. draft is a dream and fight for ex-New Mexico State tailback Kenny Turner, as he's 26 years old and an ex-felon.
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Quick look at the draft possibilities for versatile former University of Iowa linebacker Tyler Nielsen.
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NBC Sports: The Chargers have discussed trading up for former Alabama safety Mark Barron.
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SI.com writer/N.F.L. Insider Peter King has Brandon Weeden going to Cleveland in his One Round Mock Draft.
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It took four officers to arrest former Nebraska cornerback Alfonzo Dennard, who was arrested for punching a police officer in Lincoln.
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Ex-Boise State star Shea McClellin is trying to fight the label of being somewhat concussion-prone.
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Washingtonpost.com: Seven former Virginia Tech Hokies could be selected in the upcoming N.F.L. draft.
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NFL.com: Former Redskins and Texans G.M. Charley Casserly provides Six Potential Second-Round Steals.
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Former Montclair State safety Chad Faulcon looks to make rare transition from D-III to the N.F.L.
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Just days before the N.F.L. draft, Nebraska cornerback Alfonzo Dennard was arrested for assaulting a police officer in Lincoln.
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Bleacher Report writer looks at 10 Overlooked Prospects from smaller schools who deserve more attention.
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Despite only being 5'11", ex-Cal star Mychal Kendricks believes he measures up to N.F.L. linebacker standards.
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After a disappointing 6-6 season, it's hard to predict Miami Hurricanes' prospects for upcoming N.F.L. Draft
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Dan Pompei of The Chicago Tribune breaks down and ranks his Top 18 Inside Linebacker Prospects in the upcoming N.F.L. Draft.
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Berry Tramel: Those complaining about Brandon Weeden's age should remember Roger Staubach.
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In-depth N.F.L. Draft Profile for former Northwestern tight end/H-Back Drake Dunsmore, who really impressed scouts at the Combine.
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Weighing in on Travis Lewis: Draft prospects for ex-Oklahoma linebacker are in the eye of the beholder.
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Q&A with former Mercyhurst safety/linebacker/lacrosse star Ian Wild, who ran the 40-yard dash in 4.56 seconds at his Pro Day.
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Former University of Texas tailback Fozzy Whittaker believes he has a future in the N.F.L., despite injury concerns.
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In-depth look at ex-Northwestern State cornerback Jeremy Lane, who is projected to go anywhere from the third to seventh rounds.
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Closer look at former Clemson tight end Dwayne Allen as he waits to see where he'll be picked in the N.F.L. draft.
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Florida State Seminoles likely won't have a first-rounder in N.F.L. Draft, but they'll still extend a 24-year record.
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Dan Pompei of The Chicago Tribune breaks down and ranks his Top 36 Safety Prospects in the upcoming N.F.L. Draft.
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Former Tulane University defensive end Dezman Moses hopes to play in N.F.L., perhaps as a 3-4 outside linebacker?
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Former Arizona State linebacker Vontaze Burfict working hard to overcome bad reputation, plummeting stock.
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Ex-Michigan wide receiver Kelvin Grady takes twisting path as N.F.L. hopeful.
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Former sports agent Josh Luchs says most agents lose money after the 3rd round of the N.F.L. draft.
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NFL.com Draft analyst Mike Mayock believes University of Miami Hurricanes underclassmen will be disappointed with draft results.
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In the F.C.S. Huddle: N.F.L. teams not sleeping on ex-University of Tennessee at Chattanooga quarterback B.J. Coleman.
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According to NFL Network's Mike Mayock, ex-Arizona State linebacker Vontaze Burfict is not draftable.
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Mike Freeman: Another draft, another franchise quarterback who happens to be black, portrayed as fake and selfish.
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Mike Mayock: Former University of Illinios star Whitney Mercilus could be another Aldon Smith.
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Journal Sentinel's quick Q & A with former Boise State University safety George Iloka.
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Omaha World writer explains why he believes Nebraska running back Rex Burkhead is a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate.
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CBS Sports draft tracker has just posted his Top 64 Big Board.
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Dan Pompei of The Chicago Tribune breaks down and ranks his Top 37 Defensive Tackle Prospects in the upcoming N.F.L. Draft.
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Former Brigham Young offensive lineman Terence Brown shapes up for the N.F.L. draft.
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Sporting News: Ex-Memphis defensive tackle Dontari Poe stole the show at the Combine, but he's no longer a draft darling.
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Former Ohio State offensive tackle Mike Adams tested positive for marijuna at the Scouting Combine in February.
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Despite a recent rash of problems with drug use, G.M. Martin Mayhwew says marijuana usage will not scare away Detroit Lions in N.F.L. Draft.
Related Item: As Mike Adams reports circulate, N.F.L. analyst says teams not very scared of pot users.
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Union College wide out Justin Gallo reportedly ran a 4.46 40 yard dash at recent Stony Brook Seawolves pro day.
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Great discussion of 3-4 hybrid run by Rex Ryan and the best draft prospects for that defensive system.
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Concordia College offensive lineman Tyler Hendrickson pro day work-out video.
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South Dakota State wide out Dale Moss builds on his basketball experience.
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Interesting IPhone Draft Value Calculator App, get point values on the fly.
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Former University of South Carolina cornerback Stephon Gilmore lets his play do the talking.
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Despite running a reported 5.59/40 at the Combine, Dominique Hamilton thinks he can be Missouri Tigers' next great N.F.L. lineman.
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Dave Hyde of The Sun Sentinel: Four myths to avoid in the N.F.L. draft.
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Mike Detillier: Seven former L.S.U. Tigers are expected to drafted this month; seven more could sign as free agents.
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Former San Jose State offensive linemen Fred Koloto and Andres Vargas hope to impress the San Francisco 49ers.
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NFL.com: Former Redskins and Texans G.M. Charley Casserly believes safety Mark Barron is a top 10 prospect.
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NFL.com Draft tiers: Elite prospects, blue chips and red chips.
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Listed at 5'7" and only 150 pounds, former Alabama cornerback Mark McMillan hopes his size won't hurt his chances to make the N.F.L.
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From Andrew Luck to Michael Hayes, Pro Football Weekly draft tracker ranks his Top 1,024 N.F.L. Prospects.
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Len Pasquarelli of CBSSports.com has posted a great deal of pre-draft news & info in his most recent Draft Tip Sheet.
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After recovering from knee surgery, former Oklahoma State Markelle Martin cornerback runs a 4.6 in the 40-yard dash at Pro Day.
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If the Green Bay Packers choose to combat the new breed of tight ends around the N.F.L., Harrison Smith could be their first round pick.
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With N.F.L. dream on hold, Gerald Hodges aims to become next great linebacker at Penn State.
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Receiver Jonathan Warzeka and safety Jon Davis are among the Air Force Falcons who are hoping to beat the odds and get a shot at the pros.
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Tennessee Titans visit with former University of California defensive end Ernest Owusu.
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Pittsburgh Tribune-Review writer really wants to see the Steelers draft safety Mark Barron.
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Quick look at the potential draft stock of former Cincinnati Bearcats' Isaiah Pead and Derek Wolfe.
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ESPN Draft Tracker would not be shocked to see as many as nine former Miami Hurricanes players selected next week.
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Former University of Texas offensive lineman David Snow hopes his versatility will help him land an N.F.L. job.
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How much is the draft stock of former North Carolina State linebacker Terrell Manning slipping?
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Dan Pompei of The Chicago Tribune breaks down and ranks his Top 27 Tight End Prospects in the upcoming N.F.L. Draft.
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Orlando Ledbetter takes a closer look at former Georgia offensive lineman Cordy Glenn, who could be selected in the first round.
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Ex-Virginia Tech offensive tackle Blake DeChristopher hopes his durability will make him an attractive option to N.F.L. teams.
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Chicago based paper takes a quick look at the draft stock of former Oregon running back Lamichael James.
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Orlando Ledbetter reports injury should not hurt draft status of former Georgia cornerback Brandon Boykin.
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Baltimore looking at former Oregon State cornerback Brandon Hardin, who's draft stock could be on the rise after a solid Pro Day.
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Mocking The Draft writer lists 10 Small School Players he believes are creating a buzz with N.F.L. teams.
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Dan Pompei of The Chicago Tribune breaks down and ranks his Top 26 Offensive Guard Prospects in the upcoming N.F.L. Draft.
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Closer look at former Beloit College basketball/football player Derek Carrier, who has really caught the eye of N.F.L. scouts.
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Gary Myers: If history holds true, either Andrew Luck or Robert Griffin III will be a bust in the N.F.L.
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Dan Pompei of The Chicago Tribune breaks down and ranks his Top 31 Offensive Tackle Prospects in the upcoming N.F.L. Draft.
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From the University of Wisconsin to UW-Whitewater (D-III), JSonline gives draft projections for 25 Prospects With Ties to the State of Wisconsin.
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NFL.com: Former Redskins and Texans G.M. Charley Casserly has posted a Two Round Draft, with comments for each pick.
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Clark Judge of CBSSports.com: With Ponder in place, the Minnesota Vikings need to draft left tackle Matt Kalil.
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EGriz.com has posted videos of former Montana cornerback Donny Lisowski having a great workout at Pro Day.
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Penn State junior-to-be Silas Redd working to become a complete N.F.L.-caliber running back.
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Q&A with former California University of Pennsylvania cornerback/N.F.L. prospect Shawn Anderson.
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Packers, Jets & Chiefs among the N.F.L. teams taking a long look at former Western Michigan defensive lineman Drew Nowak.
Youtube Video: Article above mentions the Packers also worked out Drew Vanderlin from Michigan Tech. At 6' 4" and 288, and wearing #99, he sort of looks like a D-II version of J.J. Watt (size & body type) on tape?
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From Stanford's Andrew Luck to Miami's LaRon Byrd, someone at USA Today ranked their Top 500 N.F.L. Draft Prospects.
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Jeff Diamond of SI.com: N.F.L. teams must weigh Janoris Jenkins' talent over any potential headaches.
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Even though many critics believe he can't play in the N.F.L., former University of Houston star Case Keenum is no stranger to beating the odds.
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During his days as G.M. with the Washington Redskins and Houston Texans, Charley Casserly admits he analyzed mock drafts by writers.
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For the most objective, accurate and constantly updated Pro Day info check out NFL.com's Pro Day Blog.
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Jeffri Chadiha of ESPN.com takes an in-depth look at former Boston College linebacker Luke Kuechly.
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NBC Sports: Former Boise State Bronco Doug Martin emerging as the second-best back in the N.F.L. draft.
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Writer Mike Freeman believes ex-Texas A&M quarterback Ryan Tannehill's rightful place to be drafted is the late second or third round.
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Former Rutgers running back Joe Martinek continues to draw praise following his strong Pro Day effort.
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Ex-Penn State cornerback D'Anton Lynn will work out again for N.F.L. scouts after claiming an injury caused him to run a 4.77 in Indy.
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Bleacher Report writer lists 3 Prospects Who Have Fallen Hardest in April.
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Jayron Hosley goes to the New York Giants in Peter Schrager's (Fox) newly updated Two Round Mock Draft.
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Bleacher Report writer looks at former University of Nevada-Reno linebacker/N.F.L. prospect James-Michael Johnson.
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Kansas.com takes a closer look at former Ottawa University (Kansas) wide receiver Clarence Anderson, who turned heads at Kansas State's Pro Day.
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Agent who is representing former Jackson State defensive end Donovan Robinson says his client is "definitely going to get drafted".
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Shea McClellin goes to the Green Bay Packers in Don Banks' (SI.com) newly updated One Round Mock Draft.
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CBSSports.com: Lavonte David of Nebraska gets top billing among 24 Prospects on Pete Prisco's Better-Than Team.
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Len Pasquarelli of CBSSports.com has posted a great deal of pre-draft news & info in his most recent Draft Tip Sheet.
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Ex-Wisconsin Badger Bradie Ewing leads the way, as Milwaukee based paper ranks the Top 5 Fullback Prospects.
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Mike Mayock of NFL.com believes Quinton Coples has high bust potential; thinks Chandler Jones and Shea McClellin might be better first round options.
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From Travis Tripucka (son of ex-N.B.A. star Kelly) to Melvin Ingram, NJ.com has a long list of players that have visited the New York Jets.
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Former Clemson defensive lineman Brandon Thompson happy with his work out for the Atlanta Falcons.
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ESPN's Jon Gruden believe's ex-Michigan State quarterback Kirk Cousins will be selected in the second round.
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Ex-University of Cincinnati star Derek Wolfe believes he will be selected in the early rounds.
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Wes Welker leads the way, as NFL.com writer Adam Rank Ranks His Top 6 Undrafted N.F.L. Stars.
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The Journal Sentinel: Mixed Nartial Arts training helped turn ex-Syracuse defensive end Chandler Jones into a potential first round pick.
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The Detroit Lions could use their first-round pick to select former Illinois defensive end Whitney Mercilus.
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Denver Post: Boise State tailback Doug Martin worth a Broncos look in first round of N.F.L. draft.
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Link to Scott Wright's most recently updated 2 Round Mock Draft over at Draft Countdown.
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For the third consecutive year, the Edmonton Oilers have won the N.H.L.'s draft lottery and are expected select Nail Yakupov, who is often compared to Pavel Bure.
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Spartandaily.com takes a quick look at former San Jose State safety Duke Ihenacho.
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The El Paso Times takes a closer look at former Missouri defensive tackle Dominique Hamilton, who expects to be drafted by the 5th round.
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Scout.com Q&A with former Hofstra/Old Dominion defensive tackle Ronnie Cameron, who could be selected in the middle-to-latter rounds.
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The Washington Post: Former Virginia Tech tailback David Wilson talks about the N.F.L. draft process.
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Bleacher Report writer looks at former Vanderbilt University cornerback/N.F.L. prospect Casey Hayward.
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ESPN.com: With Butkus award winner Luke Kuechly leaving for the N.F.L., Steele Divitto and others know they must step up their game at B.C.
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Our good friend Josh Buchanan, at JBScouting, has recently updated his list of Top 100 Small School Prospects.
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CBS.com: 15 Key N.F.L. prospects hoping for good news at medical recheck in Indianapolis.
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Three former University of Alabama players will be in Indianapolis this week for follow-up medical exams.
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Denver Post: Former North Carolina defensive end Quinton Coples is a complicated draft prospect to judge.
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In-depth look at Huntingdon College (D-III) receiver Cody Pearcy, who amazed scouts with his speed and athletic ability last month.
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Bleacher Report: Veteran ESPN draft guru believes former University of Cincinnati star Derek Wolfe could sneak into the first round.
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Renewed Miami Hurricanes safety Ray Ray Armstrong ready to leave sub-par 2011 season behind.
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Jim Steeg will head up preliminary operations for the re-launched U.S.F.L., which hopes to be the N.F.L.'s first true minor league system.
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National Football Post draft writer lists 11 N.F.L.Draft Prospects he believes are worth fighting for.
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Marla Ridenour of The Beacon Journal takes an in-depth look at ex-Nebraska linebacker Lavonte David.
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Ron Higgins compares former Memphis defensive tackle Dontari Poe to Eric Swann, the 6th overall pick in the 1991 N.F.L. Draft.
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Former University of Wisconsin center Peter Konz impressed at Pro Day; could be a first round pick.
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Scout.com Q&A with former University of Delaware center Gino Gradkowski, who could be selected in the middle rounds.
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Pat Kirwan: Before offensive tackles fly off draft boards, consider supply and demand.
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Bleacher Report writer looks at former Ouachita Baptist University tight end/N.F.L. prospect Phillip Supernaw.
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Bleacher Report writer looks at former Abilene Christian University tailback/N.F.L. prospect Daryl Richardson.
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University of Texas defensive end Alex Okafor aims for greatness as a senior for the Longhorns.
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Michigan State cornerback Johnny Adams, who thought about leaving early for the N.F.L., wants to be best in nation as a senior.
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Bob Massie goes to the N.Y. Giants in Don Banks' (SI.com) updated One Round Mock Draft.
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Former Ohio Bobcats linebacker Noah Keller hopes to hear his name called during the N.F.L. draft.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette looks at ex-Michigan State/Duquesne receiver Connor Dixon, who possesses impressive size, speed and hands.
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The Detroit Lions are reportedly unlikely to take cornerback Janoris Jenkins in round one due to character concerns.
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Nick Perry leads the way, as Sporting News draft tracker lists his Top 20 Defensive End Prospects.
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NFL.com Draft sleepers: 14 Non-combine invitees on the rise.
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Gil Brandt, NFL.com's draft analyst, has recently updated his list of Top 100 Prospects.
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Former University of Washington tailback Chris Polk could be high on the Green Bay Packers' draft list.
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Closer look at Washburn University quarterback Dane Simoneau, Harlon Hill Trophy runner-up who hopes to sign a pro contract.
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In-depth look at former University of Wisconsin lineman Josh Oglesby, who still hopes to play in the N.F.L. after an injury marred college career.
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NFL.com: Ex-N.F.L. player Bucky Brooks looks at Dontari Poe and five other Roller-Coaster Draft Prospects.
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Former S.M.U. defensive end Taylor Thompson was so good at Pro Day (as a tight end) that he cracked Gil Brandt's list of 100 prospects.
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ESPN.com: Purdue's 6-foot-3, 310-pound Kawann Short opted to get his degree over the N.F.L. draft.
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Recent Pro Football Weekly Q&A with former Marshall University defensive end Vinny Curry.
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Morris Claiborne Wonderlic leak prompts N.F.L. commissioner Roger Goodell memo on privacy.
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Syracuse football links: Chandler Jones a top-20 pick in the N.F.L. Draft?
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The Republican: A look at the New England Patriots' draft-day tendencies under Bill Belichick.
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Dan Pompei predicts North Carolina defensive end Quinton Coples will drop in the draft because of off- and on-field concerns.
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Brandon George: Alabama's Mark Barron could be 'a difference maker and a leader' for years to come for the Dallas Cowboys.
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Tony Softli, the St. Louis Rams former VP of player personnel, breaks down the Top Tight End Prospects.
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The Journal Sentinel writer takes a closer look at former Boise State star Shea McClellin, who could be headed to Green Bay?
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Oklahoma Sooners' star Landry Jones, who has top 10 potential, spent spring break being tutored by quarterbacks guru George Whitfield Jr.
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Sporting News draft tracker throws praise at Luke Kuechly; lists his Top 20 Inside Linebacker Prospects.
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Even though he's projected to be a high draft pick, ex-Notre Dame safety Harrison Smith has become a lightning rod for criticism in cyberspace.
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Denver Post: Dontari Poe and Tommy Streeter are poster boys for the potential/production dilemma faced by N.F.L. teams in the draft.
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Prolific Stanford outside linebacker Chase Thomas seriously considered entering the N.F.L. draft after the 2011 season.
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In-depth look at former S.C. State tailback Will Ford, who has battled through injury and personal tragedy since his days as a Bulldog.
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Closer look at ex-Rutgers defensive tackle Justin Francis, who has caught the eye of the New York Jets.
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KTXS.com has tons of updated news and info (i.e. 40 times) from Abilene Christian's Pro Day.
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Hamptonroads.com: ESPN's Todd McShay weighs in on David Wilson and Jayron Hosley's draft outlook.
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In-depth interview with former Penn State linebacker Nathan Stupar, who impressed scouts at the N.F.L. Combine.
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CBS Draft Tracker: Dallas Cowboys 'heavily leaning' toward University of Alabama safety Mark Barron at No. 14.
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N.F.L. Draft's top quarterback prospects where no match for Oklahoma State's junior-to-be cornerback Justin Gilbert during the 2011 season.
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SI.com Photo Galleries: 27 Memorable Wonderlic Scores since 1970.
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Sporting News writer looks at the Top Safeties selected in the last five draft classes.
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Closer look at former U.S.C. defensive lineman Armond Armstead, as he tries to prove to scouts he's healthy enough to be drafted.
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Ex-L.S.U. cornerback Morris Claiborne scored a 4 on the Wonderlic exam; CBS writer looks at 4 others that had really low Wonderlic scores.
Related Item: Bus Cook and ESPN draft tracker comment on Morris Claiborne's Wonderlic score.
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Gomocs.com has updated news and info (i.e. 40 times) from Tennessee at Chattanooga's Pro Day.
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In-depth Q&A with former Presbyterian College defensive back Justin Bethel.
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Bleacher Report: Could former Boise State star Shea McClellin Sneak into Round One?
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Greg Cosell of NFL Films looks at a pair of top slot cornerbacks and a Trio of Talented Slot Receivers that could be drafted after round two.
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Former Cal State Fullerton basketball player Andre Hardy has also set his sights on making it in the N.F.L. as a tight end.
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Q&A with tight end prospect Les Brown, a former college basketball player who shocked N.F.L scouts at B.Y.U.'s Pro Day.
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CBS Sports: Former Huntingdon College wide receiver Cody Pearcy works his way into pro day sensation.
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Philadelphia Eagles to hold a private workout with ex-Texas A&M Quarterback Ryan Tannehill.
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Denver Post: Andrew Luck's best blocker, David DeCastro, could be a top-10 draft pick too.
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Andrew Luck's private quarterback coach: If Colts draft Robert Griffin they'll regret it 'for years'; Greg Cosell of NFL Films disagrees.
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A quick look at Tank Carder and other Prospects attending the Cowboys 'Dallas Day'.
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Former N.F.L. defensive back Matt Bowen uses video to break down ex-North Alabama cornerback Janoris Jenkins.
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Quarterback Andrew Luck is #1 in Draftsite.com's most recently updated 7 Round N.F.L. Mock Draft .
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