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2009 NFL Draft Big Board: Defensive Ends

by Jeff Risdon

Defensive end is probably the deepest position in this year's draft class, but a number of prospects will become linebackers in the NFL. Read more »
The "What Jeff Would Do" Mock Draft

by Jeff Risdon

It's time for the "What Would Jeff Do" Mock, which is completely void of reality, but in actuality makes a whole lot of sense. Read more »
How Would Edwards In New York Work?

by Jason Cohen

If the Giants are able to come to terms on a deal with the Browns for Braylon Edwards, they will have acquired an extremely adequate replacement for the recently released Plaxico Burress. Read more »
Dallas Cowboys Draft History

by Christopher Reina

The Cowboys are either unapologetically loved or hated, but one thing they always are to both is interesting. That is also true with Jerry Jones sitting like Seth Bullock at the trigger of the draft. Read more »
Philadelphia Eagles Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Tom Heckert is the GM of the Eagles, but ultimately answers to Andy Reid, who has had a remarkable longevity in the very difficult town of Philadelphia. Read more »
Consensus 2009 NFL Mock Draft, V4.0

by Andrew Perna

In the fourth edition of our consensus mock draft, Matthew Stafford shot back up the board. Nine of the ten mocks we compiled slotted him as the first overall pick. Read more »
2009 NFL Draft Big Board: Defensive Tackles

by Jeff Risdon

B.J Raji and Peria Jerry headline a class of defensive tackles that is weaker than the groups we've enjoyed in recent years, such as Glenn Dorsey. Read more »
Minnesota Vikings Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Rick Spielman replaced Fran Foley shortly after the 2006 NFL Draft. Read more »
New England Patriots Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Much of the Patriots' success has come from finding the right guys for their system, whether it is via trades (Randy Moss), free agent signings (Adalius Thomas) and the draft (Tom Brady). Read more »
Atlanta Falcons Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Thomas Dimitroff is a native Canadian and cut his teeth under Bill Belichick and has had immediate success both through the draft and free agency. Read more »
Miami Dolphins Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Jeff Ireland and Bill Parcells inherited a team low on talent and filled with draft misses. Read more »
Baltimore Ravens Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Ozzie Newsome has been the GM of the Baltimore Ravens since the middle of the 2002 season and they have fairly consistently had an excellent defense while the offense has been a continual work in progress. Read more »
Indianapolis Colts Draft History

by Christopher Reina

With a flawless track record in the first round, Bill Polian has put together one of the most consistent teams over the past decade. Read more »
Carolina Panthers Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Through the draft, John Fox and Marty Hurney have quietly built one of the most well-balanced, albeit unflashy, teams in the NFC. Read more »
2009 NFL Mock Draft, Version 8.0 (Post-Cutler Trade)

by Jeff Risdon

The Jay Cutler trade has altered the draft landscape and the changes are evident in Jeff's eight mock, the first of April. Read more »
New York Giants Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Jerry Reese replaced Ernie Accorsi as general manager of the Giants after the 2006 season and he has used five of his first six 1st/2nd/3rd round picks on defensive backs and receivers. Read more »
Tennessee Titans Draft History

by Christopher Reina

The Titans have had a propensity for drafting defensive backs and wide receivers early and often over the years, while almost ignoring the quarterback position altogether. Read more »
Arizona Cardinals Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Rod Graves has been at the helm of the Cardinals since 2003 and was responsible for bringing in Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin in back-to-back drafts. Many of Arizona's 10 drafted Pro Bowlers became Pro Bowlers after leaving Arizona. Read more »
Auditing The Philadelphia Eagles 2008 Season

by Andrew Perna

The Eagles snuck into the playoffs on the final Sunday of the season, and came within a few minutes of their second Super Bowl in four years. Read more »
Pittsburgh Steelers Draft History

by Christopher Reina

Taking over for Tom Donahoe in 2001, Kevin Colbert has been at the helm as GM of the Pittsburgh Steelers and has given Bill Cowher and Mike Tomlin enough quality personnel via the draft to win Super Bowls in 2005 and 2008. Read more »

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