NFC EAST
Dallas Cowboys
Impact pick: WR Danny Coale (fifth round) -- DE Tyrone Crawford should eventually be the most consistent contributor from this class outside of CB Morris Claiborne, but Crawford is probably a year away. Coale, on the other hand, will push for playing time as the slot receiver and step in right away as a gunner on the punt team. He's a tough competitor with good ball skills, and with his willingness to make tough catches over the middle, Coale could quickly develop a rapport with QB Tony Romo.
Intriguing pick: TE James Hanna (sixth round) -- Hanna is a raw player who was not utilized a lot in the passing game at Oklahoma, but he had the best workout by far of any tight end at the NFL combine and there's little downside to taking him in the sixth round. If he doesn't pan out, then you don't lose a lot, but if Hanna is willing to work hard and learn from Jason Witten, the ceiling is high and he can become a late-round steal.


New York Giants
Impact pick: WR Rueben Randle (second) -- He's still developing as a route-runner and will never be dynamic after the catch, but Randle has great size and deceptive speed. He can be a good vertical threat and a nice complement to Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz. He needs to get stronger and work hard on the finer points of receiver play, but if Randle responds well to the environment created by head coach Tom Coughlin and QB Eli Manning, he will be a big-time weapon in the passing game.
Intriguing pick: OT Brandon Mosley (fourth) -- Mosley has only been an offensive tackle since signing with Auburn out of junior college in 2010, but he started 11 games that season during the Tigers' national title run and the arrow is pointing straight up. Mosley has good size, and the athleticism to have played tight end and defensive end in junior college. He's quick, has enormous hands to lock on to defenders, a powerful upper body and a nasty streak. There are some concerns about how quickly he can absorb an NFL playbook, but if he can push for a starting job in 2013, it would be a huge boost for a team with plenty of issues up front.

Philadelphia Eagles
Impact pick: ILB Mychal Kendricks (second) -- He's the kind of rangy linebacker who fits perfectly in Philly. Kendricks is quick, instinctive and makes plays outside the box, and he's very good on third down with the ability to hold up in underneath zone coverage. He's also an underrated pass-rusher who will find a way to get on the field and likely end his rookie season as a productive starter.
Impact pick: CB Brandon Boykin (fourth) He suffered an injury at the Senior Bowl and has two concussions on record, but assuming Boykin can stay on the field he's another perfect fit for a team in desperate need of a nickelback who can cover the slot. He has speed and natural athleticism, and while he develops on defense, Boykin can be a big-time weapon in the return game and even get some touches on offense.

Washington Redskins
Impact pick: OLB Keenan Robinson -- Outside of Robert Griffin III, the Redskins likely don't expect to get a lot of contributions from their 2012 class. However, Robinson could provide a little something as a nickel linebacker with freakish athleticism, a player who can cover a lot of ground on defense and contribute on kick coverage.
Intriguing pick: OT Tom Compton -- Compton has size, agility and smarts, and Washington did a good job recognizing a late-round talent who fits its system. He knows angles and functions well on the move, and if Compton pans out, he could become a starter in a year or two and offer an upgrade over current OT Jammal Brown.

NFC NORTH
Chicago Bears
Impact pick: DB Brandon Hardin (third) -- He missed the entire 2011 season with a broken shoulder, but Hardin's 2010 tape shows he can be a sub-package defender who can match up with bigger wideouts in the slot and be a physical presence against the run. He can also be a big-time contributor on special teams, and I think he's hungry to get back on the field. Plus, in a division where the Bears have to face the likes of Lions WR Calvin Johnson and Packers TE Jermichael Finley twice a year, it's not a bad idea to have a defensive back who can come over and fight for jump balls.
Intriguing pick: WR Alshon Jeffery (second) -- Jeffery lacks suddenness and will never be a great route-runner, but if he can commit to staying in shape, his elite downfield ball skills and ability to make plays in the red zone will be tremendous assets. The Bears invested a lot in Jeffery, and whether he works hard on and off the field to improve his game will determine the value Chicago gets from the pick.

Detroit Lions
Impact pick: WR Ryan Broyles (second) -- The Lions wouldn't have invested a second-round pick in Broyles if they didn't expect him to recover fully from a torn ACL and be ready for the season. He has just average size and speed, but Broyles shows a rare feel for adjusting on the fly and finding soft spots in zone coverage, and he knows how to work back to the quarterback when the play breaks down. He also has reliable hands, and with Johnson, WR Nate Burleson and TE Brandon Pettigrew demanding so much attention, opponents will have to find a way to account for yet another weapon when the Lions spread things out and let QB Matthew Stafford sling the ball all over the field.
Intriguing pick: CB Dwight Bentley (third) -- Detroit was staring down a big need at corner but did not blink and reach for one. Bentley is a second-round talent who was still available in the third and worth the pick. He stood out during Senior Bowl week and showed very good man-coverage skills. He's not the most refined prospect and will take some lumps early, but he's a confident athlete with good recovery skills and quickness, and he's a playmaker when the ball is in the air. If he can hold up as a nickelback while adjusting to the overall NFL game, Bentley will be a solid value.

Green Bay Packers
Impact pick: CB Casey Hayward (second) -- He likely won't start as a rookie and will have to be protected vertically when on the field, but Hayward's ball skills and instincts will enable him to make some plays in underneath zone or with help over the top. He can read routes and quarterbacks, and he has the kind of leadership and energy that goes over well in the locker room. He'll also contribute on special teams right away, and that versatility will earn him the right to get on the field for a Super Bowl contender.
Intriguing pick: DT Jerel Worthy (second) -- Worthy is viewed more as a traditional defensive tackle, but the Packers likely want him to function as a 3-4 defensive end who can hold up against the run and bring a bit more pass-rush ability than most other 3-4 ends. And with the Packers and others placing so much value on being versatile up front, that kind of contributor is an asset. If Worthy can fill that role, he will combine with DE Ryan Pickett and NT B.J. Raji to form one of the best three-man lines in the NFL.

Minnesota Vikings
Impact pick: S Harrison Smith (first) -- General manager Rick Spielman did a great job milking the Cleveland Browns for extra picks early in the first round, then using those picks to trade back into the late first round to get Smith. The Vikings allowed more touchdowns on throws of 10 or more yards than any other team in the NFL in 2011, so Harrison has to make an immediate impact. His instincts and discipline are his strong suits, and he's a savvy defender with good range who always seems to be in the right position. And while he's also solid in run support, Smith's reliability in coverage is his most attractive quality at this point, considering the Vikings will face Stafford, Aaron Rodgers and Jay Cutler two times each during the regular season.
Intriguing pick: WR Greg Childs (fourth) -- I put a second-round grade on Childs based on his 2010 tape, but he suffered a season-ending knee injury eight games into that season. He fell off in 2011 as he struggled to regain his form and also dealt with the passing of his mother, and it's hard to project whether he can become his old self, or if he has peaked. Childs has the natural talent to become a good No. 3 receiver, with good size, strong hands and enough speed to get into position and use his frame to make plays. With college teammate Jarius Wright also coming on board, there should be a comfort zone, so the Vikings hope Childs is on his way back up.

NFC SOUTH
Atlanta Falcons
Impact pick: C Peter Konz (second) -- Current Falcons C Todd McClure is 35 years old, and even if Konz doesn't crack the lineup this year, he'll become the starter in the very near future. He's another NFL-ready lineman from Wisconsin, with the toughness, technique and awareness teams look for. Konz comes with some durability issues, but he's solid overall and will be ready to go as soon as the Falcons give him a chance.
Intriguing pick: OT Lamar Holmes (third) -- Atlanta general manager Thomas Dimitroff has done a great job building the franchise, but I just don't see what he apparently does in Holmes. Yes, there's some upside because of Holmes' size, but he's a waist-bender and not a natural mover, and I just don't see how he becomes the upgrade the Falcons are looking for over Sam Baker at left tackle. Maybe that's not what they expect from Holmes, and I'm intrigued to see exactly what kind of hopes the team has for him. You have to think the plan is to develop him into a starter, but at what position?

Carolina Panthers
Impact pick: G Amini Silatolu (second) -- Silatolu might struggle at times with the adjustment from a small school to the NFL, but he is a nasty, powerful lineman who will upgrade the interior running game and push for playing time early on.
Intriguing pick: CB Josh Norman (fifth) -- Norman has a reputation for being somewhat flighty and the Panthers might have their hands full keeping him focused, but if he maximizes his physical tools, Norman has the potential to become a starter. He's not much of a risk at No. 143 overall, but it's not often you find a corner that late who has at least a 50-50 chance of cracking the starting lineup. Norman can push for time in sub packages immediately, and with a solid defensive staff in place, it will be interesting to see whether this project works out for Carolina.

New Orleans Saints
Impact pick: WR Nick Toon (fourth) -- He's not overly explosive and will never be a big-play threat, but Toon is a very good route-runner who understands coverages and can adjust on the move. He's very savvy and will put himself in positions where QB Drew Brees can throw him open. Toon will adjust to balls and make tough plays, and with his hand-eye coordination and boundary awareness he'll be a huge help in the red zone. He could easily work his way into the No. 3 job as a rookie if he can put durability concerns behind him.
Intriguing pick: DT Akiem Hicks (third) -- Strange circumstances during his recruitment by LSU out of junior college led to Hicks leaving the Tigers and landing in Regina, where he simply dominated lesser competition with his sheer physical gifts. Hicks has size and heavy hands, and he moves well for his size. He is as raw as it gets, though, and needs to become more explosive. There are few rookies who stand to gain as much as Hicks from NFL strength/conditioning/nutrition programs, though the Saints likely hope he can spell NT Brodrick Bunkley at times while developing. If Hicks realizes his potential, though, he could become the heir apparent in the middle.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Impact pick: OLB Lavonte David (second) -- The Bucs have finally found their apparent answer a the all-important weakside linebacker spot in their defense. David is a plug-and-play guy who had impressive range against the run and in zone coverage, and while he needs to get stronger and improve his take-on skills he will be an immediate contributor.
Intriguing pick: CB Keith Tandy (sixth) -- With Ronde Barber nearing the end of his career and the troubled Aqib Talib likely on his way out of town, cornerback is a major concern. Tandy can be a sub-package corner early and contribute with his zone instincts, and he's tough and effective in run support. He fits what Tampa is looking for and if he doesn't pan out, then they don't lose much on a sixth-round pick, but there is potential for a steal here.

NFC WEST
Arizona Cardinals
Impact pick: CB Jamell Fleming (third) -- The Cardinals need a No. 2 corner opposite Patrick Peterson, so Fleming should have the opportunity to compete for significant playing time. He has good size and improved steadily during his time at Oklahoma. Fleming was productive, has good instincts in zone coverage and the potential to hold up in bump-and-run coverage as well.
Intriguing pick: OT Bobby Massie (fourth) -- Massie was projected by some to go late in the first round, but as he fell, I reached out to scouts in the league, and one told me Massie slipped because of a perceived lack of ideal mental and physical toughness. Perhaps he comes into the league with a chip on his shoulder after that fall. He has the size and movement skills to succeed in a zone-blocking scheme, but he'll still need to become stronger in order to create movement when locked in a phone booth. He has potential, though, and if Massie realized it, he could become the upgrade Arizona is looking for at tackle.

San Francisco 49ers
Impact pick: RB LaMichael James -- Head coach Jim Harbaugh will get creative with James, and you can be sure the 49ers would not have taken him if they didn't already have a plan in mind. He'll be a great complement to the north-south runners already on the roster with his wiggle in space and ability to contribute in the passing game. James could also contribute in the running game, and if used properly his versatility could yield more from four or five touches than others get from 14 or 15.
Intriguing pick: G Joe Looney (fourth) -- Looney suffered a foot injury at the Senior Bowl that required surgery and that caused him to drop a bit on draft weekend, but he still has starting potential. He would have carried a second-round grade if healthy, and this is a case of the organization knowing when to pull the trigger on a guy with a durability flag. If he recovers fully, Looney could end up filling the team's second-biggest need.

Seattle Seahawks
Impact pick: ILB Bobby Wagner (second) -- At fist glance, linebacker might not seem to be an immediate need for the Seahawks. However, Leroy Hill and Barrett Ruud have struggled to stay on the field and Wagner can provide depth both inside and outside. He'll also contribute on special teams, and even if he's not getting a lot of snaps on defense, Wagner's ability to be a backup at two spots opens up options elsewhere on the roster and has an impact.
Intriguing pick: RB Robert Turbin (fourth) -- Turbin might not be groomed to be the starter, but he's a good-sized back with explosive straight-line burst who can take some of the load off starter Marshawn Lynch in terms of inside carries. Turbin is a one-cut-and-go runner who can plant his foot and accelerate through creases, and if his previous ball-security issues continue to plague him, it's not like the team loses a lot on a fourth-round pick. Turbin also has some ability in the passing game, so the upside is there.

St. Louis Rams
Impact: CB Janoris Jenkins (second) -- The risk-reward gamble is huge with Jenkins and his considerable character baggage, but anyone who saw him shut down the likes of Jeffery, A.J. Green and Julio Jones in 2010 knows just what kind of cover corner Jenkins can be. He's ready to be a starter right now, and the Rams would not have picked him unless they had a game plan in place to minimize distractions and help him bring it all together both on and off the field. If he pans out, and I think he will, Jenkins will become one of the steals of this year's class.
Intriguing pick: WR Brian Quick (second) -- How steep will Quick's learning curve be coming from a small school, and can he handle the transition to NFL life both on and off the field? Some feel he could become overwhelmed in that regard, but there's no denying his impressive size and athleticism. If he can adjust to bigger, faster corners and more complex schemes on both sides of the ball, quick could eventually become the kind of perimeter weapon QB Sam Bradford needs badly.

AFC EAST
Buffalo Bills
Impact pick: WR T.J. Graham (third) -- There won't be huge expectations for Graham as a third-rounder, but the Bills like to spread teams out in the shotgun and he can contribute working from the slot. He brings the speed Buffalo needs, both as a vertical route-runner and after the catch, and that big-play ability makes up for his lack of ideal size. And with his 4.38-second speed in the 40-yard dash, Graham was a big-time return man in college and will contribute in that role in the NFL as well.
Intriguing pick: OT Zebrie Sanders (fifth) -- Bills general manager Buddy Nix has done a great job finding starters in the third round or later in recent drafts, and Sanders is the most intriguing pick in that area from the 2012 class. He's an experienced starter who has played on both the right and left sides and will make an easy transition from Florida State's scheme to Buffalo's zone-blocking system. He needs to get stronger overall, but he's a smart, efficient tackle with long arms and good mobility, and going from a college system that emphasized cutting weight and gaining mobility to an NFL training program will help him immensely. Considering Buffalo's struggles when it comes to finding tackles, getting one with a third-round grade in the fifth could prove to be a steal.


Miami Dolphins
Impact pick: OT Jonathan Martin (second) -- He should push for the right tackle job, where Martin would offer an upgrade opposite standout LT Jake Long. The Dolphins are moving to a fast-paced, college-style offense and aren't looking for the traditional mauler at right tackle, so Martin fits with his agility, stamina and lean muscle. This is a great fit for him, and he has the chance to become an immediate contributor.
Intriguing picks: TE Michael Egnew (third), RB Lamar Miller (fourth) -- The college teams that are most successful with fast-paced offenses have speed and depth at the skill positions, so Egnew and Miller could be good additions. Egnew is a tall, lean H-back type who was productive in college and shows the body control to adjust and catch balls over his head. His size will allow him to create mismatches in the passing game. Miller was a great value in the fourth round, and with Reggie Bush and Daniel Thomas already on the roster, Miller will only need to contribute in a rotation and provide some big-play ability. He is the fastest back in this year's class and could bring an added dimension with his ability to make one cut and immediately get to top speed.

New England Patriots
Impact: ILB Dont'a Hightower (first) -- Hightower is the only first-rounder on this list, and he makes it for a multitude of reasons. The beauty of this pick is that Hightower can play in the middle or on the strong side in a 4-3 alignment, inside or outside in a 3-4, and is mentally prepared for anything after spending his college career playing for Nick Saban. An intense, plug-and-play guy who already knows how to be a pro, Hightower has great football smarts and will immediately ramp up the level of competition in the linebacker corps. He will join Jerod Mayo and Brandon Spikes to form a group of thoroughbreds who will give head coach Bill Belichick exactly the kind of group he wants.
Intriguing pick: CB Alfonzo Dennard (seventh) -- He comes with some off-field baggage and Dennard will either get the message from Belichick and fall in line, or his career will be over in a flash. On the field, he has some tightness and will never be elite in man coverage, but he shows good understanding of zone concepts and is quick with solid ball skills. He's at his best reading and reacting. He's more talented than some of the guys already in line to compete for cornerback jobs in New England, and if Dennard puts his issues behind him, he has the ability to make the team and bring great return on a seventh-round pick.

New York Jets
Impact pick: WR Stephen Hill (second) -- He's raw and needs to learn the NFL route tree, but Hill's exceptional combination of size and speed will allow him to contribute as a vertical threat who can help keep defenses honest. And for a team that wants to get back to a physical running game, his experience as a stalk blocker in Georgia Tech's triple-option scheme is an additional asset.
Intriguing pick: OLB Demario Davis (third) -- I believe his best fit is on the weak side in a 4-3, but I'm fascinated by the potential for Davis to contribute in Rex Ryan's aggressive 3-4 scheme. Davis is an explosive natural athlete with upper-body power, and he's at his best getting on the move and flying to the football. He also showed instincts and closing burst as a pass-rusher in college, so I won't be surprised if Ryan turns him loose after the quarterback at times while Davis develops as an inside linebacker. His ability to rush the passer and hold up in zone coverage will allow him to contribute on third down, and all of that is impressive for a third-round pick.

AFC NORTH
Baltimore Ravens
Impact pick: G Kelechi Osemele (second) -- He played tackle in college, but Osemele is best suited to be a guard at the next level. He will immediately challenge for a starting job, and while Osemele does need some work on technique, his size and power make him a perfect fit for the Ravens' power running scheme.
Intriguing pick: WR Tommy Streeter (sixth) -- Another wideout with plenty of size and speed. Streeter needs to run more precise routes, though, and become more consistent catching the ball. However, he is still somewhat new to the position and appears ready to come into his own. And in a scheme that likes to take shots down the field, Streeter won't have to be a savvy route-runner right away. All he has to do early on is make a play here and there down the field, and if he develops the rest of the game, he'll become a solid value as a sixth-rounder.

Cincinnati Bengals
Impact pick: Kevin Zeitler -- He's adequate in pass protection and a physical, effective run-blocker. I expect Zeitler to win the starting job and immediately be effective in a power man-blocking scheme in front of big backs like BenJarvus Green-Ellis and Brian Leonard.
Intriguing pick: TE Orson Charles -- The predraft process was a disaster for Charles, who ran a 40 time in the high 4.7s at his pro day and also was arrested for DUI, but he's in a position to succeed in Cincinnati. Charles is lean and has a narrow base, and he'll never be a good in-line blocker, but the Bengals already have Jermaine Gresham for that. However, Charles has shown the ability to stretch the field and create after the catch, giving him the opportunity to be to Gresham what Aaron Hernandez is to Rob Gronkowski in New England. If Charles becomes productive, he'll give QB Andy Dalton another weapon and help take some attention away from WR A.J. Green in the middle of the field.

Cleveland Browns
Impact pick: OT Mitchell Schwartz (second) -- He has had some back problems, but Schwartz is a good fit in Cleveland's stretch zone-blocking scheme and should get every opportunity to win the right tackle job. He's not an elite athlete, but he takes good angles and uses his hands well, and Schwartz shows enough mobility and strength to get into position and wall defenders off. If all goes well, he will be in the starting lineup in Week 1.
Intriguing pick: Travis Benjamin (fourth) -- On tape, Benjamin appears to be moving at a different speed than everyone else on the field, but he does have very inconsistent hands and lacks ideal size. He also needs to work on his release and will likely need to use motion to get free, but he can stretch the field and make some big plays, and he's also a weapon in the return game. If he doesn't learn how to get off press coverage, Benjamin won't last long, but if he does, he can help open up the offense and take advantage of the space fellow 2012 pick Trent Richardson will open up with his running ability.

Pittsburgh Steelers
Impact pick: OT Mike Adams (second) -- Much has been made of the fallout from Adams' positive marijuana test at the NFL combine, but I think there is a strong chance he can win a starting job. He has the size and athleticism teams look for, and he may well be the most talented offensive tackle on the roster already.
Intriguing pick: RB Chris Rainey (fifth) -- He's dynamic with the ball in his hands, and Rainey can be a weapon as a runner, receiver and returner. There are concerns about durability and his slight frame, but he won't have to be the go-to guy at any position. There are also some character issues, but former college teammate Maurkice Pouncey certainly will be an asset in terms of keeping Rainey focused. In the end, getting a slot receiver and change-of-pace back who can also contribute on special teams in the fifth round is a great value.

AFC SOUTH
Houston Texans
Impact pick: Brandon Brooks (third) -- Brooks is an absolute mauler with impressive strength and surprising mobility for his size. He needs to become a consistent worker and keep his considerable weight in check, but assuming he stays in shape, Brooks can win the job at left guard and offer an immediate upgrade there.
Intriguing pick: WR Keshawn Martin (fourth) -- He's explosive and shows good quickness after the catch and is one of the more underrated receivers in the class. Houston did not get the elite perimeter presence it wanted opposite Andre Johnson, but Martin has plenty to offer as a receiver and also contributed in the return game during his college career.

Indianapolis Colts
Impact pick: TE Coby Fleener (second) -- Fleener will immediately put QB Andrew Luck in a comfort zone. He's an explosive presence who ran in the 4.4s during his pro day, averaged 19 yards per catch at Stanford, and had a tremendous rapport with Luck.
Intriguing pick: LaVon Brazill (sixth) -- Brazill flew under the radar in 2011, but he has good suddenness and quickness, has the body control to make tough catches, is willing to work the middle and is also a special teams contributor. He'll also benefit from getting in on the ground floor with Luck. Colts GM Ryan Grigson did a great job bringing in pass-catchers who can work with and grow alongside Luck from Day 1. Ball security could be an issue for Brazill, but if he cleans that up, he should be a solid value pick.

Jacksonville Jaguars
Impact pick: Andre Branch (second) -- Branch doesn't have elite size or strength, but he's the kind of feisty player defensive line coach Joe Cullen loves to work with. Branch is aggressive, has a good first step and can bend the edge tightly as a pass-rusher. He needs to get stronger against the run to become a three-down player, but his pass-rush contributions as a rookie will be a welcome addition to a team that finished with just 31 total sacks last season, and averaged only one sack on every 24 drop-backs with a four-man rush.
Intriguing pick : P Bryan Anger (third) -- I'm certainly no punting guru, but despite having a strong leg and good athleticism, Anger appears to lack ideal ball placement. He must get better and become an elite punter in the near future to justify the pick, and even that might not be enough. Either way, it will be interesting to see if Anger can at least become an asset in terms of consistently flipping field position.

Tennessee Titans
Impact pick: DT Mike Martin (third) -- He'll likely work in a rotation with Sen'Derrick Marks and Jurrell Casey, but Martin is a hard worker with the strength and quickness to disrupt things in the middle and offer something as an interior pass-rusher.
Intriguing pick: CB Coty Sensabaugh (fourth) -- Many fans are surely intrigued by the athleticism of ILB Zach Brown, but Brown is too undisciplined to be the guy here. Sensabaugh can help in the teams' top need area, and his combination of size, speed, athleticism and ball skills made him a late-riser during the draft process. The 2011 season was his first as a starter, but he has the ability to push for the No. 3 job with the Titans and his best football is clearly ahead of him.

AFC WEST
Denver Broncos
Impact pick: DT Derek Wolfe (second) -- Rather than reaching for a defensive tackle in the first round, the Broncos traded back and made a nice pickup with Wolfe. With his combination of length, quickness and intensity, Wolfe will push Kevin Vickerson for a starting spot. He likely won't be the same kind of pass-rusher he was in college, but he does have the skills to quickly become a disruptive presence.
Intriguing pick: CB Omar Bolden (fourth) -- He's been overlooked a bit in the excitement over QB Brock Osweiler, but Bolden also has plenty to offer. He suffered a torn ACL in the spring of 2011 and missed almost two entire seasons because of injury, but when he's healthy, Bolden's skills are solid. He has good size and strength along with plenty of athleticism, and Bolden is physical in press coverage. And while he's confident and aggressive, Bolden plays under control. Overall, he could have been in the second-round range had he stayed healthy.

Kansas City Chiefs
Impact pick: OT/G Jeff Allen (second) -- Allen is an underrated talent and his versatility will be important to the long-term plans of the Chiefs. Free-agent acquisition Eric Winston should hold down a job at tackle, but Allen certainly has the ability to beat out Ryan Lilja for the starting spot at left guard. Allen's movement skills and intelligence make him a perfect fit for Kansas City's zone-blocking system.
Intriguing pick: De'quan Menzie (fifth) -- Menzie's talents fit what NFL teams look for in sub package defensive backs. He has experience lining up over the slot, is one of the most physical corners in the class in run support, and has the size and toughness to handle some of the bigger wideouts and flexed-out tight ends he'll see in division games. Menzie does have some athletic limitations in man coverage, but he has a chance to be a steal.

Oakland Raiders
Impact pick: OLB Miles Burris (fourth) -- The Raiders' first pick came in the third round, so they likely don't expect to get a starter, but Burris is an aggressive strongside linebacker who should at least push Philip Wheeler and contribute on special teams.
Intriguing pick: WR Juron Criner (fifth) -- Criner is the anti-Raiders receiver. While everyone else will be streaking downfield, he'll be settling in zone coverage, using angles and his big body to shield defenders and taking advantage of the other receivers stretching the defense to get open for QB Carson Palmer. Criner won't separate from defenders and will always be making contested catches, but his hands and sideline awareness are also assets and Criner could become a valuable contributor.

San Diego Chargers
Impact pick: S Brandon Taylor (third) -- He should get a chance to push Atari Bigby for a starting spot alongside Eric Weddle, and Taylor's solid all-around game could allow him to win the job. He isn't a top-shelf man-coverage safety, but Taylor has adequate range in zone and is a physical presence when the ball is in the air. He will also come up hard in run support. Overall, he's a solid player and team leader who will help shore up the back end of the defense.
Intriguing pick: TE Ladarius Green (fourth) -- Green is a tall, lean pass-catching tight end who will have little responsibility in the running game, but his ability to create mismatches could become a valuable asset. He's raw as a route-runner and there are concerns about arthritis in his knees, but Green is smooth and fluid for his size and has outstanding ball skills. He could be a nice complement to Antonio Gates for now, and should only get better as he gains strength.

Touchdown Tommy>

2 impact picks

De'quan Menzie was my favorite pick the chiefs made

Mcshay is a terrible analyst

This post was edited by xnozx. on Apr 29 2012 01:59pm