Ohio State draft outlook narrows to four or fewer players
Ohio State, after a record 14 NFL draftees, is projected to have at most four players chosen this weekend. Kicker Mike Nugent is expected to be picked, with cornerback Dustin Fox, defensive end Simon Fraser, and former running back Maurice Clarett viewed as Day 2 prospects. Fox, a 6-0, 190-pound former safety, set an OSU vertical record and runs a 4.43 40. Fraser, 6-6, 280, lacks ideal interior size and edge speed. Clarett, slow at the combine, boosted his numbers privately but faces baggage and skepticism from teams.
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Mel Kiper Jr. turns NFL draft critique into enduring career
Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN analyst since 1984, builds a full time business around draft analysis. From his Baltimore start in 1979 to ESPN’s 17 hour draft coverage, he leverages contacts with GMs and coaches, satellite data, and college game viewing to shape popular, sometimes sharp, opinions on top prospects.
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Bengals eye impact pick as draft kicks off today
Cincinnati fans anticipate the 17th overall choice in the 2005 NFL draft with scouts and coaches weighing defensive end options like Erasmus James Marcus Spears and Shawne Merriman. They also eye defensive tackle and safety targets and note their 8-8 1994 record, seven picks, and recent roster moves as they aim to end a 14 year playoff drought.
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OSU splits spring game rosters for Troy Smith show
Ohio State coach Jim Tressel divides players evenly for the spring game with a draft type setup. Senior Mangold lauds quarterback Troy Smith for scrambling ability and potential to compensate for an inconsistent offensive line. Smith and Justin Zwick to split three quarters each, Boeckman to rotate in for one. Rowdy fans expected despite near 30,000 ticket threshold. Ginn Jr. to return punts if healthy.
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Browns chase playmaking edge in wheeling draft drama
Cleveland eyes Braylon Edwards to pair with Kellen Winslow Jr. as a catalyst move looms in the draft. With San Francisco and Miami potential No 1 and 2 picks, Minnesota pressing trade talks, and a possible No 3 swap, the Browns weigh a blockbuster to rise and slot Edwards or other targets, including Smith, atop the board.
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