Let’s assume the Carolina Panthers are telling the truth about having yet to determine their selection with the No. 1 overall pick of the draft and receiving no trade offers for the choice.
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Texans counting on Phillips to find right players for new D
In keeping with the upcoming holiday, the Houston Texans are pretty much putting all of their eggs in the Wade Phillips basket.
Overreaction to red flags over Fairley could cause regret
The sense I have gotten in the last few days is that much of the scrutiny about Auburn defensive tackle Nick Fairley isn’t completely justified, and that he’s probably going to be drafted lower in the first round than his talent suggests he should.
Needy teams shouldn’t wait for second round to draft a QB
Listening to at least two team executives and multiple draft analysts, there seems to be a growing expectation of a first-round run on quarterbacks in the 2011 NFL Draft.
Vikings need a passer, but reaching for Locker isn’t the answer
No matter how much they need a QB, picking Jake Locker 12th overall would be a bad move for Minnesota.
As draft nears, free agency still offers options for teams in need
With the draft closing in, the free-agent market has been quiet. However, for teams unable to address all of their needs in the draft, there are still options on the open market worth a look.