NFL DRAFT
NFL DRAFT -- FIRST ROUND AT A GLANCE
No. TEAM __ PLAYER __ P__ Ht.__ Wt.__ COLLEGE__ IT’S A FACT__ SAM FARMER’S COMMENT
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1. San Diego-a__ Eli Manning__ QB__ 6-4__ 218__ Mississippi__ Named to the 2000, 2001 and 2002 SEC Academic Honor Roll.__ Could be the Giants’ starter on opening day.
2. Oakland__ Robert Gallery__ OT__ 6-7__ 323__ Iowa__ Has not allowed a sack in his last 36 games. __ Raiders haven’t had a reliable left tackle since returning to Oakland.
3. Arizona__ Larry Fitzgerald__ WR__ 6-2__ 223__ Pittsburgh__ Hauled in 161 passes for 2,677 yards and 34 touchdowns in only 26 games. __ Cris Carter and Randy Moss taught him tricks of the trade.
4. N.Y. Giants-a__ Philip Rivers__ QB__ 6-4__ 226__ N.C. State__ Ranks second in NCAA history with 13,484 career passing yards. __ Some scouts think he’s better than Eli Manning.
5. Washington__ Sean Taylor__ S__ 6-2__ 231__ Miami__ In 34 games, he recorded 188 tackles and intercepted 14 passes.__ Comes from the same school that produced safeties Ed Reed and Bennie Blades.
6. Cleveland-b __ Kellen Winslow Jr.__ TE__ 6-4__ 243__ Miami__ Caught 119 passes for 1,365 yards and nine touchdowns in 38 games. __ Browns gave up a ton to move up one spot and get him.
7. Detroit-c __ Roy Williams__ WR__ 6-2__ 212__ Texas__ Holds the Texas career record with 17 games over 100 yards receiving. __ Projected as a top pick in 2003 before returning to Texas for senior year.
8. Atlanta__ DeAngelo Hall__ DB__ 5-10__ 197__ Virginia Tech__ Returned 56 punts for 839 yards (15.0 avg.) and five touchdowns. __ Holds school conditioning record with a scorching 4.15-second 40-yard dash (indoor track).
9. Jacksonville__ Reggie Williams__ WR__ 6-3__ 223__ Washington__ Only player in school history to gain over 1,000 yards receiving twice in a career. __ Sometimes doubled as a cornerback in 2002 when opposition was inside Washington’s 20.
10. Houston__ Dunta Robinson__ DB__ 5-10__ 186__ South Carolina__ Can play any position in the defensive backfield.__ Known for his ability to wrap up and tackle, something many corners don’t do well.
11. Pittsburgh__ Ben Roethlisberger__ QB__ 6-4__ 242__ Miami (Ohio)__ Punted 24 times for a 40.1 avg., with 17 attempts downed inside the 20-yard line. __ Cool-headed passer who has drawn comparisons to Jim Kelly.
12. N.Y. Jets__ Jonathan Vilma__ LB__ 6-1__ 223__ Miami__ A three-time Academic All-Big East Conference and two-time Butkus Award nominee. __ Led Hurricanes in tackles the past three seasons.
13. Buffalo__ Lee Evans__ WR__ 5-10__ 197__ Wisconsin__ The only player in school history to gain over 1,000 yards receiving in a season twice. __ Came back from a devastating knee injury that sidelined him for 2002.
14. Chicago__ Tommie Harris__ DT__ 6-2__ 289__ Oklahoma__ Cousin of Lion guard Stockar McDougle and Eagle defensive end Jerome McDougle. __ Won the Lombardi Award for being top interior lineman.
15. Tampa Bay__ Michael Clayton__ WR__ 6-3__ 197__ LSU__ Turned down basketball scholarship offers from a number of top programs. __ Led Southeastern Conference in receptions (78) and yards (1079).
16. Philadelphia-d __ Shawn Andrews__ OT__ 6-4__ 373__ Arkansas__ Brother, Derrick, is a U.S. Army sergeant, currently serving in Iraq.__ Regarded by many scouts as the draft’s top trap blocker.
17. Denver-e __ D.J. Williams__ LB__ 6-0__ 247__ Miami__ Broke his high school’s record for touchdowns in a season with 42. __ Could he have gone from high school to the pros? John Madden thought so.
18. New Orleans__ Will Smith__ DE__ 6-3__ 267__ Ohio State__ Wants to be an FBI agent after he graduates. __ Finalist for Hendricks Award, given to nation’s best defensive end.
19. Miami-f __ Vernon Carey__ OT__ 6-4__ 363__ Miami__ Led Miami in key blocks (knockdowns/pancakes) the last two seasons. __ Can play guard or tackle, but is best at left guard.
20. Minnesota-g __ Kenechi Udeze__ DE__ 6-3__ 287__ USC__ His first name means “God’s love will always be with me” in Nigerian. __ Three-year starter who had 28 sacks and school-record 14 forced fumbles.
21. New England-h__ Vince Wilfork__ DT__ 6-1__ 344__ Miami__ Suffered during the 2002 season, losing both his parents to illness.__ Nicknamed “Baby Sapp” for his on-field resemblance to fellow Hurricane Warren Sapp.
22. Buffalo-i__ J.P. Losman__ QB__ 6-2__ 217__ Tulane__ Transferred from UCLA to Tulane in 2000. __ It looks as if Drew Bledsoe’s days are numbered as Buffalo’s top man.
23. Seattle__ Marcus Tubbs__ DT__ 6-3__ 324__ Texas__ Basketball standout who didn’t play football until his junior year of high school.__ Cousin of former NFL player Winfred Tubbs, a Pro Bowl linebacker in 1999.
24. St. Louis-j __ Steven Jackson__ RB__ 6-2__ 233__ Oregon State__ Rushed for 3,625 yards (4.9 avg.) and 39 touchdowns in his college career. __ First Oregon State player to enter draft with eligibility remaining.
25. Green Bay__ Ahmad Carroll__ DB__ 5-10__ 193__ Arkansas__ Communications major, enrolled in the Fulbright College of the Arts and Sciences. __ Superb special-teams player in addition to his duties as a DB.
26. Cincinnati-k __ Chris Perry__ RB__ 6-0__ 224__ Michigan__ His 811 rushing attempts are the most for a Michigan running back.__ Attended same N.C. high school as Tennessee’s Eddie George.
27. Houston-l __ Jason Babin__ LB__ 6-2__ 260__ Western Michigan__ His 38 sacks topped the old school record of 34 by Joel Smeenge.__ Dominating rusher off the edge who was overlooked by many.
28. Carolina-m __ Chris Gamble__ DB__ 6-1__ 181__ Ohio State__ Started on both offense and defense in five contests in 2002.__ A playmaker who can also return punts.
29. Atlanta-n __ Michael Jenkins__ WR__ 6-4__ 217__ Ohio State__ Only David Boston and Cris Carter had more receptions in a career at Ohio State.__ At 6-4, he’ll give Michael Vick the large target he lacked last season.
30. Detroit-o __ Kevin Jones__ RB__ 5-11__ 221__ Virginia Tech__ 41 1/2-inch vertical jump (school record for running backs). __ Became Virginia Tech’s No. 1 back after departure of Lee Suggs.
31. San Francisco-p __ Rashaun Woods__ WR__ 6-2__ 202__ Oklahoma State__ Brother D’Juan was a teammate and standout receiver for Oklahoma State in 2003.__ With Terrell Owens gone, Woods is a must-have pick.
32. New England__ Ben Watson__ TE__ 6-3__ 253__ Georgia__ Very involved in community service, Fellowship of Christian Athletes spokesman. __ A big body with soft hands who fits Charlie Weis’ system.
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a-Traded rights to players; b-from Detroit; c-from Cleveland; d-from San Francisco; e-from Cincinnati; f-from Minnesota; g-from Miami; h-from Baltimore; i-from Dallas; j-from Denver through Cincinnati; k-from St. Louis; l-from Tennessee; m-from Philadelphia through San Francisco; n-from Indianapolis; o-from Kansas City; p-from Carolina
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SECOND ROUND AT A GLANCE
No. TEAM __ PLAYER __ P__ HT __ WT __ COLLEGE__ IT’S A FACT
33. Arizona__ Karlos Dansby__ OLB__ 6-3__ 251__ Auburn__ Began college career as a strong safety.
34. N.Y. Giants__ Chris Snee__ G__ 6-2__ 314__ Boston College__ Enrolled in Carroll School of Management.
35. San Diego__ Igor Olshansky __ DT__ 6-5__ 309__ Oregon__ Born in Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine.
36. Kansas City-a __ Junior Siavii__ DT__ 6-4__ 333__ Oregon__ Born in American Samoa.
37. Detroit-b __ Teddy Lehman __ OLB__ 6-1__ 238__ Oklahoma__ Won the Bednarik Award and Butkus Award in 2003.
38. Pittsburgh-c __ Ricardo Colclough __ CB__ 5-10__ 186__ Tusculum__ Did not give up a reception in 11 of the 20 games he started.
39. Jacksonville__ Daryl Smith __ ILB__ 6-1__ 234__ Georgia Tech__ Team captain who led in tackles twice in four seasons.
40. Tennessee-d__ Ben Troupe __ TE__ 6-4__ 262__ Florida__ Finalist for the John Mackey Award.
41. Denver -e__ Tatum Bell __ RB__ 5-11__ 212__ Oklahoma State__ The three-year starter scored 34 touchdowns during career.
42. Tennessee-f__ Travis Laboy __ DE__ 6-3__ 253__ Hawaii__ Had 24 sacks in three seasons at Hawaii.
43. Dallas-g__ Julius Jones __ RB__ 5-9__ 217__ Notre Dame__ Brother of Bear running back Thomas Jones.
44. Indianapolis-h__ Bob Sanders __ SS__ 5-8__ 204__ Iowa__ Ferocious tackler. His 13 fumbles forced set school career record.
45. Oakland-i__ Jake Grove __ C__ 6-3__ 300__ Virginia Tech__ A unanimous All-American.
46. San Francisco__ Justin Smiley __ G__ 6-3__ 301__ Alabama__ Started 36 games and never gave up a quarterback sack.
47. Chicago__ Terry Johnson __ DT__ 6-2__ 283__ Washington__ Outstanding prep volleyball player, named to all-state team.
48. Minnesota-j__ Dontarrious Thomas __ OLB__ 6-2__ 241__ Auburn__ Three-time SEC academic honor roll member.
49. Cincinnati__ Keiwan Ratliff __ CB__ 5-10__ 187__ Florida__ Competed as a receiver, cornerback and punt returner.
50. New Orleans-k__ Devery Henderson __ WR__ 5-11__ 191__ Louisiana State__ Caught the 75-yard touchdown pass in “The Bluegrass Miracle.”
51. Baltimore-l__ Dwan Edwards __ DT__ 6-2__ 309__ Oregon State__ Two-time All-Pacific 10 Conference selection.
52. Dallas__ Jacob Rogers __ OT__ 6-5__ 305__ USC__ Began collegiate career as a tight end.
53. Seattle__ Michael Boulware __ OLB__ 6-2__ 223__ Florida State__ Brother of Raven Pro Bowl defensive end Peter Boulware.
54. Denver__ Darius Watts__ WR__ 6-1__ 188__ Marshall__ His 272 catches set school and Mid-American Conf. career marks.
55. Jacksonville-m__ Greg Jones __ RB__ 6-1__ 250__ Florida State__ Cousin of boxing great Joe Frazier.
56. Cincinnati-n__ Madieu Williams __ FS__ 6-0__ 190__ Maryland__ Was a walk-on, given a scholarship by the end of spring 2001.
57. Tennessee__ Antwan Odom __ DE__ 6-4__ 277__ Alabama__ Named Crimson Tide’s most valuable lineman.
58. San Francisco-o__ Shawntae Spencer __ CB__ 6-0__ 176__ Pittsburgh__ Deflected 53 passes, setting school career record.
59. Cleveland-p__ Sean Jones __ FS__ 6-1__ 212__ Georgia__ His four blocked kicks set school career record.
60. New Orleans-q__ Courtney Watson __ ILB__ 6-1__ 237__ Notre Dame__ A finalist in 2002 and 2003 for the Butkus Award.
61. Kansas City__ Kris Wilson__ TE__ 6-1__ 246__ Pittsburgh__ Two-time honoree on the Big East all-academic team.
62. Carolina__ Keary Colbert __ WR__ 5-10__ 193__ USC__ Has school career record with 207 receptions.
63. New England__ Marquise Hill __ DE__ 6-6__ 297__ Louisiana State__ 425-pound bench press, 525-pound squat, 32-inch vertical jump.
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a-from Detroit; b-from Cleveland; c-from Atlanta through Indianapolis; d-from Houston; e-from Washington; f-from N.Y. Jets; g-from Buffalo; h-from Pittsburgh; I-from Tampa Bay; j-from New Orleans; k-from Minnesota; l-re-acquired from San Francisco; m-from Green Bay; n-from Miami through New England; o-from Philadelphia; p-from Indianapolis; q-from St. Louis.
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THIRD ROUND AT A GLANCE
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64. Arizona__ Darnell Dockett__ DT__ 6-3__ 277__ Florida State __ Set school career record with 48 tackles for loss.
65. San Diego-a __ Nate Kaeding__ PK__ 6-0__ 187__ Iowa __ Made 22 consecutive field goals to set school record.
66. San Diego__ Nick Hardwick__ C__ 6-3 __ 283__ Purdue __ Former walk-on who joined Purdue as a defensive tackle.
67. Oakland__ Stuart Schweigert__ DB__ 6-1__ 212__ Purdue __ Set school career record with 17 interceptions.
68. Indianapolis-b__ Ben Hartsock__ TE__ 6-3__ 264__ Ohio State __ Earned academic All-Big Ten Conference honors three times.
69. Indianapolis-c__ Gilbert Gardner__ LB__ 6-1__ 229__ Purdue __ Originally joined the Purdue as a receiver.
70. Green Bay-d__ Joey Thomas__ DB__ 6-0__ 195__ Montana State __ Two-time All-American and All-Big Sky Conference selection.
71. Tennessee-e__ Randy Starks__ DT__ 6-3 __ 307__ Maryland __ He has school record with a 765-pound squat.
72. Green Bay-f__ Donnell Washington__ DT__ 6-5 __ 323__ Clemson __ Benches 510-pounds, 380-pound hang clean, 32-inch vertical.
73. Detroit__ Keith Smith__ DB__ 5-11 __ 192__ McNeese State __ Didn’t give up a catch in 13 of his last 22 games.
74. Buffalo__ Tim Anderson__ DT__ 6-3 __ 304__ Ohio State __ Two brothers also played collegiately.
75. Pittsburgh__ Max Starks__ OT__ 6-7 __ 359__ Florida __ Father Ross Browner and five other relatives played in the NFL.
76. N.Y. Jets__ Derrick Strait__ DB__ 5-11 __ 189__ Oklahoma __ The Jim Thorpe Award and Nagurski Award winner.
77. San Francisco__ Derrick Hamilton__ WR__ 6-3 __ 203__ Clemson __ Has school record with 4,839 all-purpose yards.
78. Chicago__ Bernard Berrian__ WR__ 6-1 __ 183__ Fresno State __ Has school record with 5,828 all-purpose yards.
79. Tampa Bay__ Marquis Cooper__ LB__ 6-2__ 213__ Washington __ Led team in tackles the past two seasons.
80. Cincinnati__ Caleb Miller__ LB__ 6-3__ 225__ Arkansas __ Helps build houses for the poor during off-season.
81. Washington-g__ Chris Cooley__ TE__ 6-3__ 265__ Utah State __ Led the nation’s tight ends in receptions and yards in 2003.
82. Baltimore-h__ Devard Darling__ WR__ 6-1__ 213__ Washington State __ 19 touchdown receptions are second on school’s all-time list.
83. Dallas__ Stephen Peterman__ G__ 6-3 __ 312__ LSU __ A converted tight end who also has played on defense.
84. Seattle__ Sean Locklear__ G__ 6-3 __ 301__ N.C. State__ Played on the defensive line during his first two seasons.
85. Denver__ Jeremy LeSueur__ DB__ 6-0 __ 197__ Michigan __ Cousin of former Michigan and Bronco safety Mike Harden.
86. Jacksonville-i__ Jorge Cordova__ LB__ 6-1__ 241__ Nevada __ Twice named team’s outstanding defensive player.
87. Green Bay-j__ BJ Sander__ P__ 6-3 __ 222__ Ohio State __ Majored in Turf and Grass Science.
88. Minnesota-k__ Darrion Scott__ DE__ 6-3 __ 271__ Ohio State __ Recorded 136 tackles with 14 1/2 sacks in 31 starts.
89. Philadelphia__ Matt Ware__ DB__ 6-2 __ 209__ UCLA __ Also plays in the Seattle Mariner organization.
90. Atlanta-l__ Matt Schaub__ QB__ 6-5 __ 237__ Virginia __ Holds records for completions, passing yards and touchdowns.
91. St. Louis__ Tony Hargrove__ DE__ 6-4 __ 274__ Georgia Tech __ Began college as a safety before move to defensive end.
92. Tennessee__ Rich Gardner__ DB__ 5-10 __ 199__ Penn State __ Returned two interceptions for touchdowns in the same season.
93. Kansas City__ Keyaron Fox__ LB__ 6-2 __ 227__ Georgia Tech __ Had 376 tackles with nine sacks in college career.
94. Carolina__ Travelle Wharton__ OT__ 6-3 __ 312__ South Carolina __ Hasn’t given up a sack since his second start in 2000.
95. New England__ Guss Scott__ DB__ 5-10 __ 198__ Florida __ Saw special teams action in addition to starting on defense.
96. Cincinnati-m__ Landon Johnson__ LB__ 6-1__ 223__ Purdue __ Earned All-Big Ten and academic All-Big Ten honors.
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a-from New York Giants; b-from Cleveland; c-from Atlanta; d-from Jacksonville; e-from Houston; f-from Washington through Jacksonville; g-from New Orleans; h-from Minnesota; I-from Green Bay; j-from Miami; k-from Baltimore; l-from Indianapolis; m-compensatory pick.
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