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Stanford QB Andrew Luck: Your 2011 NFL #1 Pick?

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It’s hard to decide what’s better about Stanford Quarterback Andrew Luck as a NFL prospect, possibly the #1 NFL Draft prospect,- his strong arm, excellent read-and-recognitions, quickness and mobility, poise and intelligence on the field or his excellent standing off of it. In preparation for his match-up with Luck and his Stanford teammates this week, Notre Dame Coach … [Read more...] about Stanford QB Andrew Luck: Your 2011 NFL #1 Pick?

Iowa’s Clayborn on Football agents and NFL Draft Decisions

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Iowa's Adrian Clayborn is more than just a top #5-#15 NFL Draft prospect. He's an interesting interview, and a candid young man with stand-up character. He was the highlight of Big Ten Media Day 2; partially because he was so candid about the transitional process from college to professional football. "The coaches sit down, and we have a talk with a guy from a program … [Read more...] about Iowa’s Clayborn on Football agents and NFL Draft Decisions

Iowa’s Adrian Clayborn has High Character, High NFL Draft Stock

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This past year, there's been talk in the pro football world about some supposed "character concerns" over Iowa Defensive End Adrian Clayborn. NFL teams are more careful than ever in this era of Roger Goodell's attempts to legislate morality. However, there are no doubts about Clayborn's ability on the field. The All-American Honorable Mention had 11.5 sacks last year, and … [Read more...] about Iowa’s Adrian Clayborn has High Character, High NFL Draft Stock

Ohio St.’s Heyward has “Sneaky Hot” NFL Draft Stock

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In order to motivate his stud D Lineman Cameron Heyward, Ohio State Head Coach Jim Tressel gave him a list of all the defensive linemen that were leaving for the NFL. "He broke it down that if you want to be great you have to aim high, just don't be satisfied with being good enough, and I told coach Tressel, I want to be the best out there. I'm setting my goals high and  … [Read more...] about Ohio St.’s Heyward has “Sneaky Hot” NFL Draft Stock

2011 NFL Mock Draft 5-6

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By Paul M. Banks When you hit the comments section, remember that team needs were sometimes, but very rarely, taken into account with this NFL mock draft. Mostly because I know those needs will change numerous times between now and next April. Order was determined by creating a hybrid of various NFL power rankings across the internet, and considering which teams became … [Read more...] about 2011 NFL Mock Draft 5-6

NU’s Corey Wootton stays in the Chi, drafted by Bears

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By Paul M. Banks Hopefully, for the sake of Corey Wootton, the Chicago Bears, and the Northwestern Wildcats, this pick turns out more like Alex Brown than Michael Haynes. The Bears have had a very mixed bag lately when it comes to drafting defensive ends. But it became official Saturday morning during the NFL Draft, the "Coreysaurus" is staying in the Chi, trading in his … [Read more...] about NU’s Corey Wootton stays in the Chi, drafted by Bears