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Martez Wilson Drafted by The New Orleans Saints

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It took a lot longer than many experts expected, but Illinois' Martez Wilson is taking his talents south. Not to South Beach, granted, but to one heckuva fun city. Early in the third round the New Orleans Saints drafted Martez Wilson and ended what was becoming something of a precipitous slide for the former Fighting Illini linebacker. "You know, the past couple of … [Read more...] about Martez Wilson Drafted by The New Orleans Saints

NFL Draft’s First Two Rounds Will Feature Some Illini

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For the fourth year in a row, the first couple rounds of the NFL Draft will feature a couple names from your Illinois Fighting Illini. Tailback Rashard Mendendall went in the first round in '08, cornerback Vontae Davis was the 25th overall pick in '09, and last year, wide receiver Arrelious Benn was just a couple picks off from being a first round selection. With all this … [Read more...] about NFL Draft’s First Two Rounds Will Feature Some Illini

Indianapolis Colts 2011 NFL Draft Preview

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If there's one thing that can be expected when it comes to the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL Draft, it's the unexpected. Don't believe what any mock draft says; chances are it won't be right. Why do the Colts annually defy seemingly conventional wisdom each April? It historically has worked, but is Indianapolis no longer executing its own strategy well enough? By Drew … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts 2011 NFL Draft Preview

USC Trojans Once Again Loaded with NFL Draft Prospects

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The USC Trojans have a long and illustrious history with the NFL Draft.  A cursory Google search reveals USC at the top or near the top on every list of Most NFL First Round Draft Picks by School.  They battle it out for that #1 position with a cast of usual suspect that includes Ohio State, Texas, Notre Dame, and Miami (FL).  Trojans are anxiously awaiting this week's NFL … [Read more...] about USC Trojans Once Again Loaded with NFL Draft Prospects

Minnesota Vikings 2011 NFL Draft Plan

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When you have the twelfth pick in a draft, it's always a bit difficult to project what your plan is going to be. That's true whether you're prepping for a fantasy football draft or the greatest draft event in the world (i.e. the NFL Draft). In the case of the Minnesota Vikings and the 2011 NFL Draft, their actual plans are a bit of a mystery, probably to even them. However, … [Read more...] about Minnesota Vikings 2011 NFL Draft Plan

Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Preview

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It's NFL Draft season and once again the Cleveland Browns are picking in the top ten. And once again they have plenty of needs. In a more pass-happy league, they require more true pass-rushers for the newly installed 4-3. Not to mention help in the secondary and a real wideout to pair with QB Colt McCoy, a very nice mid-round surprise last year. Here's what I have mocked … [Read more...] about Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Preview

Cincinnati Bengals NFL Draft Prospectus

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For the Cincinnati Bengals, the main question lies with Carson Palmer, who's theme this year could be The Clash hit "should I stay or should I go now? If I go there will be trouble, and if I stay it will be double." This NFL draft, do they take a franchise QB (of which there actually are zero, but they could find a project)? Or do they look for a wideout to pair with Palmer … [Read more...] about Cincinnati Bengals NFL Draft Prospectus

Chicago Bears 2011 NFL Draft Preview

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Last year's NFL Draft was pretty boring for you- the Chicago Bears fan. No first round pick because of the Jay Cutler trade, but this week should be much more interesting. Despite having such a successful season that yields Chicago picking #29, the Bears have plenty of needs: safety, center, wide receiver, and most overwhelmingly of all- OFFENSIVE LINE! Specifically tackle, … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears 2011 NFL Draft Preview

Previewing the Green Bay Packers 2011 NFL Draft

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"The Green Bay Packers select Aaron Rodgers (2005), Jordy Nelson (2008), A.J. Hawk (2006), B.J. Raji (2009), Clay Matthews (2009), Donald Driver (1999)." By now, everyone has seen the ESPN commercial listing various Green Bay Packers draft picks over the the last decade. For General Manger Ted Thompson and the Packers, the NFL Draft is truly "Where Champions are Built," … [Read more...] about Previewing the Green Bay Packers 2011 NFL Draft