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2010 NBA Draft: Top International Prospects

Posted: 5th May 2010 by Joe Brown in NBA
Unlike recent years, the 2010 NBA draft’s International prospect class isn’t a top-heavy group with a handful of players going in the first round—if not the lottery. In fact, this crop of multinational players includes one surefire first-rounder, a couple borderline big men, and the rest likely destined for second round selections.Begin Slideshow

50 Burning Questions Heading into the 2010 NFL Draft

Posted: 21st April 2010 by Joe Brown in NFL
1. Will Sam Bradford’s refusal to negotiate prior to the draft influence the Rams decision? 2. Is the lack of bulk, at least by prototypical NFL standards, going to hurt Suh or McCoy’s draft status? 3. Has Tim Tebow erased concerns about unorthodox mechanics now that he’s rebuilt his throwing motion? 4. Has Terrence Cody continued his commitment to conditioning as he showed at the combine by losing weight? 5. Did Jahvid Best fully ...

2010 NFL Draft: Positional Rankings

Posted: 17th April 2010 by Joe Brown in NFL
The 2010 NFL draft provides teams one of the deepest classes in the last several years. Here is a look at each position: 12. Guard-Center With one definite first-round pick in Mike Iupati and another borderline late first, early second in Maurkice Pouncey, this class is relatively thin beyond that. I understand the buzz surrounding Iupati, but playing the types of teams the Idaho Vandals do regularly has given me reservations about ...

2010 NFL Mock Drafts: Grading The Experts

Posted: 6th April 2010 by Joe Brown in NFL
With two weeks remaining until the 2010 NFL draft begins, hundreds of mock drafts have already been published. Mel Kiper Jr. and Todd McShay are two of the more well-known draft analysts out there. Along with a few other mainstream experts, such as Clark Judge, I've also reviewed and graded a handful of other sports columnists mocks across various publications--including Bleacher Report's own, Daniel Wolf. Keep in mind all of these ...
The 2010 NFL draft--let alone season--will be a real pressure-cooker for a handful of General Managers. A couple executives on this list are among the longest-tenured GMs in the league. Others are still fledgling but for one reason or another will feel the heat to improve on a lackluster start to their new role.Begin Slideshow
The 2010 NFL draft is less than a month away. It will mark the first time the league extends all seven rounds over three days of live coverage. Other things will remain the same such as a rowdy group of New York Jets fans in attendance at Radio City Music Hall booing mercilessly or wildly cheering for the newest Jets player. After Sam Bradford's excellent pro day he's all but locked ...

2010 NFL Draft: 10 Late-Round Prospects That Could Surprise

Posted: 26th March 2010 by Joe Brown in NFL
The 2010 NFL Draft has several prospects that will be taken in the sixth or seventh rounds, while others will be undrafted free agents. Some of the most productive players at their respective positions were drafted in the last two rounds, if drafted at all. Earnest Byner, Kurt Warner, Zach Thomas, Terrell Davis, Antonio Gates, and Priest Holmes are just a few of many in this category. Here are 10 players ...
The 2010 NFL Draft has its fair share of prospects who, for one reason or another, have seen their mock draft projections fluctuate considerably. Maybe it's a lack of prototypical size or the fact they're coming from a non-traditional powerhouse conference. It could also be hesitations about a past injury, or even character concerns. Here are 20 players, with predictions about where they deserve to be selected as well as a brief analysis ...
The Baltimore Orioles return to glory isn't too far away considering the stockpile of pitching talent they have ready to take over. In fact, should they be in contention by this year's trade deadline, the mere depth of the impressive arms in their system should allow Andy MacPhail and his staff the pieces to acquire the "over the hump" type of player teams in a playoff hunt look to acquire. Brandon ...

2010 NFL Draft: Kansas City Chiefs Five-Round Mock

Posted: 20th March 2010 by Joe Brown in NFL
Scott Pioli has eight picks within the first five rounds. That many picks combined with his football acumen and track record of assembling talent means the Chiefs could be one of the surprise teams in 2010. He’s also orchestrated a promising coaching staff with Romeo Crennel and Charlie Weis as defensive and offensive coordinators, respectively. Key signings this offseason have afforded the Chiefs even greater flexibility on how to utilize ...