HOUSTON TEXANS

1.10 (10) - Dunta Robinson - Cornerback - South Carolina - After spending their last 2 first round picks on offense (David Carr and Andre Johnson), the Texans turned to defense this year. The Texans finished 2003 ranked dead last in total defense and 31st in pass defense so they had plenty of needs to fill. Vince Wilfork was a consideration but Robinson is a player that can fill several needs for them. He has only average size for a CB at just under 5'11", but he has great speed (4.34 40), athletic ability (36" vertical), and plays a very physical game. Mel Kiper described him as the best run support CB to come out of the draft in the past 5 years so he should help improve the run defense as well. He has only played 2 full years at CB since transferring from safety so he still needs some work on his technique, and he hasn't demonstrated great ball skills with only 1 INT in 2003 (which he returned for a TD). Nevertheless, this was a good pick for the Texans that should pay dividends immediately.

Fantasy Outlook: The addition of Robinson allows the Texans to upgrade two positions on defense, as he is expected to start immediately at CB, which will allow the Texans to move Marcus Coleman to FS. Robinson definitely deserves to be one of the top 2 rookie CBs (along with DeAngelo Hall) taken in both redraft and dynasty leagues because of his tackling ability and the fact that he will start from Day 1. As a rookie, he will also likely get picked on often playing opposite Pro Bowler Aaron Glenn. Glenn should make a great mentor for Robinson, who has the potential to develop into a shutdown CB in time. The Texans secondary should be much improved this season, and an improved front 7 should provide a bigger pass rush, which should in turn lead to plenty of INT opportunities.

1.27 (27) - Jason Babin - Defensive End / Outside Linebacker - Western Michigan - The Texans also ranked 31st in the league in sacks, so they needed to add a player who could put heat on opposing QBs. To fill that need, they gave up a lot in a trade with the Titans to move up and select Jason Babin out of the MAC. Babin was a 2-year starter at DE for Western Michigan, and put up 15 sacks in his junior and senior seasons. He is somewhat undersized (6'2", 260) to play DE in the pros, and the Texans plan to use him as a rush LB in their 3-4 scheme. Babin is a blue collar player with a nonstop motor who has been very productive at the mid-major college level. As with almost all DE to LB conversions, the biggest adjustment for him in learning the LB position will come in coverage. He is a good athlete and ran one of the best 40 times among all defensive linemen at the combine (4.64), so he should be able to make the transition.

Fantasy Outlook: Considering how much the Texans gave up to get him, one has to figure that they believe he is an ideal fit for what they want from an outside LB. He may only start out as a situational pass rusher, like Terrell Suggs was used last year in Baltimore, but he should eventually take over for Charlie Clemons as the every down ROLB. Short-term, he is going to need time to adjust to lining up in a 2 point stance, but he could make an immediate impact as a pass rusher. He has limited value in redraft leagues, but he is worthy of serious consideration in dynasty leagues. As long as he is classified as a LB, his value will be limited in standard leagues because he probably won't put up very many tackles (ILBs Sharper and Foreman will continue to get most of those), but he has added value in leagues that value sacks highly. He could have extra value in any leagues where he is classified as a DL (similar to what happened to Willie McGinest last year) so keep an eye on where your league has him listed.

4.26 (122) - Glenn Earl - Strong Safety - Notre Dame - Earl suffered a torn ACL midway through the season last year, but is supposedly making a quick recovery. He has good size (6'1", 222) and had decent speed (4.65 40) prior to the injury, but the injury makes him a bit of a risk. Nevertheless, he's a good tackler and big hitter, who should be able to help out right away in defending the run, while working on his coverage skills. Earl is described as a smart player with natural instincts who plays hard. He is also a former receiver, so he has decent ball skills.

Fantasy Outlook: Earl will need some time to recover from his knee injury so he probably won't be much more than a depth and special teams player right away. However, he has enough talent to eventually beat out Eric Brown for the starting SS job and might be worthy of a roster spot in deep dynasty leagues or possibly on a developmental squad.

6.05 (170) - Vontez Duff - Cornerback - Notre Dame - Duff was a 3-year starter at Notre Dame at CB, but also contributed as a kick and punt returner during those years. He doesn't have great height at just under 5'11", but he has a thick build at 203 lbs. Duff is a tough and physical CB with decent ball skills, but he lacks ideal speed and athleticism, and is probably best suited to playing zone defense as he can be burned deep in man coverage.

Fantasy Outlook: Short-term, Duff will likely compete for a spot as the Texans 4th CB while making his biggest contribution on special teams. He could see action right away as a kick or punt returner and should be a solid addition to the coverage units as well. Long-term, he probably doesn't project to much more than a nickel back and his fantasy value is limited unless you play in a league that requires starting a return specialist.

6.10 (175) - Jammal Lord - Running Back / Safety - Nebraska - Does anybody else remember when Nebraska churned out NFL ready players as steadily as other schools? Somewhere along the way, not only did the team start losing an "unacceptable" amount of games, but they also forgot to develop a good bit of their talent. Lord was one of the more intriguing picks of the draft. He replaced Eric Crouch at QB in Nebraska's option offense and is much more of a runner than a passer. He's very athletic with good size at 6'2", 220 lbs, and decent speed (4.57 40). He is a slash type player that could see time at a number of different offensive positions (QB, RB, WR), but the Texans plan on trying to convert him to safety. He has a good attitude and appears to be more willing to make this switch than Crouch was, which is a promising sign. The odds are long either way, but with enough hard work, he might find himself as a contributor on Special Teams collecting an NFL paycheck.

Fantasy Outlook: Short-term, Lord is not expected to make much of an impact as he will need plenty of time to learn his new position. He could earn a roster spot on special teams, but might also get consideration for the practice squad. Long-term, if he is able to make the transition and develops as a safety, he could eventually compete for a starting spot but that is probably at least a couple years away. Unless the Texans decide to use him in a slash role on offense, his fantasy value is minimal.

6.35 (200) - Charlie Anderson - Outside Linebacker - Mississippi - The Texans looked to add more depth to their front 7 by taking Anderson in round 6. He was a 3-year starter at DE who the Texans will move to OLB. For a LB, he has good size (6'3", 242 lbs), great speed (4.57 40), and has shown some pass rush ability (12.5 sacks). He's not likely to make an immediate impact as he adjust to his new position.

Fantasy Outlook: Anderson is a developmental prospect who will add depth at OLB and may contribute as a situational pass rusher or on special teams. His fantasy value is minimal and he's probably not worth a roster spot in any type of league.

7.09 (210) - Raheem Orr - Defensive End / Outside Linebacker - Rutgers - The Texans obviously saw a big need at OLB, as Orr is the 3rd one they drafted this year. He has been very productive over his last 2 years while playing DE in the Big East - he put up 14 sacks, 34 tackles for loss, and 6 forced fumbles. His measurables are similar to Babin - good size (6'3", 258 lbs) and good speed (4.64) - but he struggles in run support.

Fantasy Outlook: Orr is another developmental prospect who may contribute on special teams early on and could also compete for time as a situational pass rusher. His fantasy value will remain minimal unless he somehow wins a starting job.

7.10 (211) -Sloan Thomas - Wide Receiver - Texas - Thomas got drafted, and BJ Johnson did not, based on their Pro Day. Thomas, who played third-fiddle to Roy Williams and BJ Johnson for the last 4 years, had a better-than-expected workout and got himself a draft slot. What's interesting about this is that Thomas MIGHT find himself a job as kick returner and 4th WR this season depending on how the team chooses to use Dunta Robinson. Thomas is a better returner than receiver in the first place, and he has a solid enough work ethic that he could pay off for the Texans. However, keep an eye on how he develops as a receiver, as Bradford is getting a little older and Jabar Gaffney hasn't exactly made great strides in the first 2 years of his development.

Redraft: Thomas has very little redraft value unless you play in a league that allows you to start individual kick returners.

Dynasty: Thomas should only be rostered in leagues with virtually unlimited rosters.

7.47 (248) - B.J. Symons - Quarterback - Texas Tech - Once upon a time, playing in a QB friendly system would win you the Heisman (Andre Ware) or at least fool the Bengals into wasting a first round pick on you (David Klingler). No more. Now, people are more inclined to credit "the system" than the player. In this case, that's a fair statement. Symons benefited greatly from throwing short passes on a regular basis, and than throwing even shorter passes when that got old. The Texas Tech offense was effective, yes, but don't be fooled by Symons gaudy college numbers. A lot of those yards came after the catch. What is most interesting is that Casserly and Co. clearly feel like Symons had some value. He doesn't possess a great arm, nor does he have great accuracy. However, he does stand in the pocket pretty well and showed some leadership qualities.

Redraft: Symons has no value in redraft leagues, as at best, he'll be 3rd on the depth chart.

Dynasty: Symons has very little value in dynasty leagues as he may never get on the field consistently.

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS

2.12 (44) - Bob Sanders - Safety - Iowa - Last year, the Colts took Dallas Clark out of Iowa with their first pick, and they took the Hawkeyes' best defensive player with their first pick this year. The Colts traded down from 29th to 44th overall but said they would have taken Sanders in round 1. If he were just a couple inches taller, he'd be talked about in the same breath as Sean Taylor. But, at only 5'8", 200 lbs, his size is a legitimate concern. Nevertheless, he was a 3 time All-Big 10 selection and put up phenomenal numbers at the combine (4.40 40 and 41.5" vertical). He has great range, instincts, and can hit like a linebacker (which got him the nickname "hitman"), but also has the speed and athleticism to cover like a corner when necessary. Sanders was a fan favorite at Iowa who elevated the toughness of the entire defense, and he should do the same in Indy. He has drawn comparisons to players like Adam Archuleta, Mike Minter, and Mike Brown. Despite his size, Sanders was considered to be the best in the box safety in this class, but the Colts will use him at free safety. There is some concern that pairing him with Mike Doss (5'10") will leave the Colts undersized in the secondary and make it harder to defend against bigger WRs and TEs, but both play much bigger than their size and should give the Colts a young, talented, aggressive safety tandem to build around.

Fantasy Outlook: Sanders dropped to the 2nd round primarily because of concerns about his height, but he also has a foot injury that may have concerned some teams. He'll wear a protective boot during the summer for precautionary reasons, but he should be ready to go at the beginning of training camp. As long as he is able to play, he should have little difficulty beating out Idrees Bashir for the starting FS spot. Although SS tend to be better fantasy producers than FS, Sanders' range and tackling ability should allow him to rack up plenty of tackles, making him worthy of being taken as high as the #2 or #3 rookie DB off the board.

3.05 (68) - Ben Hartsock - Tight End - Ohio State - I don't know what the deal is with team's wanting to show everybody, "hey, we draft according to our board, not according to need!", as if doing so means you had a better draft than the other guy. Just like Wilson going to the Chiefs in the 3rd, Hartstock to the Colts makes very little sense. Yeah, yeah, I know. Pollard's getting older and he makes a bit too much money for a second string tight end. But Dallas Clark is recovered from injury by all accounts and he's clearly the team's future at the position. Hartstock catches the ball fairly well, but he's not particularly fast and his blocking, like most rookie Tight Ends, needs some work. Could he be a decent second Tight End for the Colts in the future? Sure, he could. But they passed on a lot of quality players to make this pick, particularly on the defensive side of the ball.

Redraft: Hartstock has no value in redraft leagues

Dynasty: Hartstock should only be rostered in deep leagues as he'll likely be the team's 3rd TE until Marcus Pollard moves on.

3.06 (69) - Gilbert Gardner - Outside Linebacker - Purdue - The Colts lost their starting SLB Marcus Washington when he signed with the Redskins as a free agent, so OLB was one of their biggest needs on draft day. Gardner was a receiver in high school who moved to linebacker when he arrived at Purdue. He got off to a great start in 2001 but suffered a broken leg after 8 games. Then, he backed up Joe Odom (Bears) in 2002 before returning to the starting lineup as a senior in 2003. He had a great senior season with 10.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 2 INTs, 4 FF, and 3 FR. He's got average size at 6'1", 229 lbs, but good speed (4.62 40) and good athleticism. He's got solid coverage skills and is a tough, solid tackler. Some reports suggest he'd be a great fit as a playmaking LB on the strong side, but others like Kiper suggest he's got the tools to be very effective on the weak side. The biggest knock on him is durability as he is still recovering from a shoulder injury suffered in the Capital One Bowl.

Fantasy Outlook: On draft day, many expected Gardner to be slotted into Marcus Washington's old spot at SLB. However, since then, the Colts have experimented with moving David Thornton over to SLB, opening up the prime WLB spot in Dungy's cover-2. If they stick with that plan, Gardner will likely be given a chance to compete for playing time at the WLB spot. That situation will be watched closely by fantasy owners in the preseason as Thornton and Mike Peterson have both put up great numbers playing that position in the past. If Gardner emerges as a strong candidate at WLB, he'll definitely have value in both redraft and dynasty leagues. But, chances are he'll need some time to emerge. Personally, I think the Colts would be smarter to keep Thornton at WLB where he excelled last year, and try out Gardner on the strong side where his coverage skills would be an asset. The concern there would be whether or not he was strong enough to hold up at the point of attack. Either way, Gardner still has to prove he's healthy so keep an eye on the situation before committing to him, but he might be worth a flier if you have a roster space available.

4.11 (107) - Kendyll Pope - Outside Linebacker - Florida State - The Colts added another OLB with their next pick when they took Pope out of Florida State. Pope was a 3-year starter at WLB who took over after Tommy Polley left for the NFL. He lacks great size (6'1", 226 lbs) and strength, but he has good speed (4.65 40) and is very athletic. He was very productive when he played and is a tough, fearless tackler that can make plays all over the field and match up well in coverage. He has shown a willingness to play through pain but he carries some durability concerns as he has had surgery on both shoulders and missed time last year with knee and hamstring problems. He was projected by some as a possible fit at strong safety in the pros, but he'll likely be kept at WLB with the Colts.

Fantasy Outlook: Pope is somewhat of an underrated prospect because of the durability concerns. Short-term, he'll likely provide quality depth at WLB and contribute on special teams. He could also compete for playing time right away if the Thornton move actually happens. If Thornton ends up being kept at WLB, however, then Pope's fantasy value will be minimal. So, keep an eye on the situation throughout training camp and be ready to scoop him up if any promising reports come out.

4.29 (125) - Jason David - Cornerback - Washington State - Cornerback was another big need for the Colts as they lost Walt Harris and David Macklin from last year. It was surprising to many that they took a TE in round 3 instead of addressing the CB position, but they finally added one in round 4 when they selected Jason David. Davis is very small at only 5'8", 180 lbs and lacks ideal speed (4.60 40), but he has great instincts and has been very productive in his college career. He is a decent fit for the zone scheme used by the Colts and he displayed great ball skills over the past couple years with 13 INTs, earning 1st team All-PAC-10 honors as a senior.

Fantasy Outlook: He has limited upside because of his size and speed, but he could compete for playing time as a nickel or dime back early on. Most likely, he'll be a depth player and a special teams contributor, making his fantasy value minimal.

5.09 (141) - Jake Scott - Offensive Tackle - Idaho - If Scott had been at a more notable program, he might have been picked on the first day. He's got fantastic size (6'5, 281) and he's been a starter since he was a freshman. His fundamentals are rock-solid and he plays "from whistle to whistle." He'll likely end up at Guard or possibly even Center unless he finds a way to add the muscle needed to play a little further off the ball at tackle.

Redraft: N/A

Dynasty: N/A

6.08 (173) - Von Hutchins - Cornerback - Mississippi - The Colts added another undersized player to their secondary in round 6. Hutchins is listed at 5'9", 185 lbs, but he has great speed (4.46 40) and is a fluid athlete. He is a tough player who likes to hit and actually started off his career at safety. He broke his hand midway through his junior season and was moved to CB to lessen the amount of physical contact. Hutchins has good ball skills as evidenced by his 10 INTs over the past 2 years. He's a bit of a developmental prospect considering he has only played CB for one full season, but he is a good fit for the Colts style of defense.

Fantasy Outlook: Hutchins will need some time to develop and work on his technique, but he's a physical player who should make an immediate contribution on special teams. Long-term, he could develop into a solid nickel back for them but his fantasy value will likely be minimal unless he emerges as a starter somewhere down the road.

6.28 (193) - Jim Sorgi - Quarterback - Wisconsin - Another headscratcher of a pick, the Colts used a 6th rounder (not a 7th rounder) on a quarterback with virtually no upside. He's too thin. His arm is too weak. His accuracy is marginal at best. Seeing as how the Colts have Peyton Manning on board, I'm not sure what purpose trying to "develop" a longshot quarterback serves. It will be interesting - well, mildly interesting - to see if Sorgi sticks on the team in any capacity other than "practice squad."

Redraft: Sorgi has no redraft value

Dynasty: Sorgi has no redraft value unless he somehow steals Peyton Manning's arm while no one is looking.

7.28 (229) - David Kimball - Kicker - Penn State - Don't think this is a redux of Brett Conway vs. Mike Vanderjagt from last year. Kimball was drafted, and presumably might get a job, by virtue of the fact that he's awfully good at kickoffs. He only hit 2 of 5 field goals his senior year, but like I said, that doesn't matter. If he sticks with the Colts, he'll be booting it out of the endzone in the Dome for the next little while.

Redraft: Kimball has no value in redraft leagues

Dynasty: Kimball has no value in dynasty leagues as his work will likely be limited entirely to kickoffs.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS

1.09 (9) - Reggie Williams - Wide Receiver - Washington - While everyone was discussing the pros and cons of Larry Fitzgerald and Roy Williams, Reggie Williams was very quietly being a topnotch prospect in his own right. If Fitz had been denied draft-eligibility and Roy had left school last year, Reggie Williams would have easily been the top WR taken. As it were, he ended up slipping to 3rd player taken at his position, but still managed to go in the top-10. Just so I can continue hammering home how much you should not overlook Williams's talents, there have only been 11 WRs taken in the top-10 since 1997, and that includes the 3 from this year's draft. We have every reason to believe Reggie Williams will succeed in Jacksonville. He'll likely learn a lot from Jimmy Smith and than take over as the team's #1 Wide Receiver in a year or two. He's got the benefit of working with the QB he'll likely be catching from for the next few years from day one, and he's going to a division that has exactly 1 shutdown corner (Rolle) and 1 better than average corner (Glenn). In other words, the AFC West (Champ, Woodson, Jammer) this is not. Reggie's strengths lie in his size and brute ability to get through a crowded field and find extra yards. Don't be surprised to see Williams used in the short middle/possession role as the season begins to take advantage of his size and better-than-average route running ability. However, it will only be a matter of time before he's worked further outside and further down the field. He's not particularly quick, but he's plenty fast and he should give defensive backs plenty of trouble in the years to come.

Redraft: I like Williams's situation better than just about every other rookie wideout this year. He's got plenty of talent, he runs routes well, and the team's WR2a just left for Baltimore. I expect Williams will get on the field early and often, and unless he forgets the skills that got him here, he should produce a bit better than you come to expect from rookie receivers. I personally won't have any hesitation about taking him as a WR5 with upside in a redraft league.

Dynasty: Williams's should absolutely be a first round selection in dynasty drafts. As I said earlier, its easy to try and overlook his potential to be a stud because there were two other receivers taken before him, but Williams has every bit as much potential as both of them. However, its worth mentioning that both Roy Williams and Larry Fitzgerald (and Lee Evans for that matter) have other very talented and somewhat young receivers on their teams. Reggie Williams is in the enviable position that he should be the undisputed first look in the Jacksonville passing offense no later than opening day 2006.

2.07 (39) - Daryl Smith - Linebacker - Georgia Tech - The Jaguars got good value with Daryl Smith in round 2. He's an experienced 4-year starter who should compete for a starting spot right away. As a freshman, he led his team in tackles while also adding 10 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 2 INTs, and 3 FR. He finished his career as the MLB at Georgia Tech, but he has adequate size (6'2", 230 lbs), good speed (4.65 40), and enough athleticism to play any LB position in the pros. Smith is tough, smart, and aggressive and plays with natural LB instincts. He's a complete player who is equally adept at shedding blockers, stopping the run, rushing the passer (15 career sacks in college), and dropping into coverage. Smith is described as having great character, is mentally tough, and plays very hard. The Jaguars have two solid starting LBs in Akin Ayodele and Mike Peterson already, so Smith will likely get a chance to compete with newly signed Greg Favors for the starting SLB job. Depending on how things go, he may also eventually be moved inside to MLB, with Peterson moving back to WLB and Ayodele shifting back to SLB. Regardless, Smith is a great prospect who will be hard to keep off the field and could give the Jaguars one of the strongest LB trios in the league.

Fantasy Outlook: Smith should get a chance to compete with Favors for the starting SLB job right away and I expect him to win that job. His versatility makes him an ideal candidate for that position as he can hold up well at the point of attack, can rush the passer, and can cover TEs one-on-one. SLBs generally don't produce as well as WLBs or MLBs, but there have been exceptions and Smith is talented enough that he could be one of the more productive SLBs in the league. Given that he has a chance to play right away, he deserves to be drafted in redraft leagues sometime after the top-2 rookie LBs are off the board. He could have added value in dynasty leagues as he may eventually be moved to MLB and would likely become a very productive fantasy LB for a long time.

2.23 (55) - Greg Jones - Running Back - Florida State - The word on the street is that Jaguars had Jones rated as a first round talent and when he slipped to the latter part of round 2, they jumped at the chance to get him. Even though we in the Fantasy Football world are hoping Fred Taylor's injury troubles are behind him, he's still 28 years old. Having Greg Jones helps the Jaguars in many ways. First and foremost, as the Jags have already said, Jones can play a fullback/short-yardage/goalline role similar to Mike Alstott. Furthermore, based on his natural running style, Jones could shoulder a bit of the load inside helping Taylor avoid some of the car-wreck style collisions that take place between the tackles. Toss in that Jones offers tremendous depth for the team if Fred suffers another injury, and there's a lot about this situation to like. Jones isn't particularly skilled in the passing game, but he might be able to work himself into being "decent" at catching the ball before it's all said and done. Unfortunately for fantasy players, Jones will likely take away some of Taylor's value around the goalline (even though Taylor isn't exactly a TD machine anyway) and those of you who snag LaBrandon Toefield late might want to rethink that strategy.

Redraft: Jones is worth a roster spot as a 5th or 6th running back based on the chance that he'll be Fred Taylor's main backup and he might find some value around the goalline this year.

Dynasty: Jones is worth considering after the top-5 RBs are gone, but don't talk yourself into reaching for him hoping Taylor gets hurt. Jones slipped to the latter part of the second round for a reason, and it was as much due to his lackluster effort at the Senior Bowl as it was to his reconstructed knee. He didn't look particularly sharp this past season compared to his pre-injury days so while a full recovery is likely, he still may have a ways to go. I'd say he's a better bet than Cedric Cobbs or Michael Turner, but don't reach for Jones ahead of more solid prospects like Rothlisberger and the first round Wide Receivers.

3.23 (86) - Jorge Cordova - Inside Linebacker / Defensive End - Nevada - This was an interesting pick for the Jags. They really had a big need for help at DE with Hugh Douglas struggling last year and Tony Brackens remaining a free agent. However, they took a player that plays a position they had already addressed in this draft and during free agency (Tommy Hendricks). Cordova was a walk-on at Nevada who won the starting job at ILB and led his team in tackles as a redshirt freshman while also adding 5 sacks. He moved to DE his junior season to fill a need and put up 20.5 sacks and 29.5 tackles for loss over his final two seasons. He was projected by most to play inside LB after his performance at the East-West Shrine game, but he hasn't played LB in 2 years. Cordova is too small (6'1", 241 lbs) to play DE at the pro level but he has great speed (4.68 40) and could be possibly be used by the Jaguars as a situational edge rusher on passing downs. He has great quickness and burst, good balance, and is a solid tackler.

Fantasy Outlook: Cordova will likely provide depth at LB and contribute on special teams, but he may also be able to earn playing time as a pass rush specialist. Unless he emerges as a full-time player, his fantasy value will remain minimal. However, he is an improving player with great intangibles that could help out the Jaguars defense with his versatility early on and develop into a quality starter in time.

4.22 (118) - Anthony Maddox - Defensive Tackle - Delta State - Maddox was a bit of a sleeper pick for the Jags in round 4. He signed with Florida State out of high school back in 1997, but had some problems and ended up playing for several different programs along the way. He is a bit undersized (6'1", 286 lbs) to play DT, but he's strong and quick and has good natural ability. There are lots of questions about his character, effort, and attitude and he'll be a 25 year old rookie. He's pretty raw and will need time to refine his technique, but if he stays motivated he could develop into a solid backup.

Fantasy Outlook: No fantasy value. If he develops, he will add some depth to the defensive line but his age and character concerns make him risky. The Jags have the best young DT tandem in the league, so Maddox won't see much playing time unless one of them goes down with a serious injury.

4.24 (120) - Ernest Wilford - Wide Receiver - Virginia Tech - Wilford has good "big play" ability and has clearly been a solid threat for the Hokies in the last couple of years. He suffered from being on a squad that ran the ball a lot and as such, he may not have shown all he could do as a receiver. No matter, there's fantasy value here as I've heard in more than one place that Wilford may be converted to Tight End when all is said and done. If that's the case, he'll be a tremendous threat as his hands and speed are better than that of most tight ends. I'm not so sure a linebacker would have much luck covering him on longer routes. Anyway, Wilford needs to work on his route running regardless of what position he ends up playing, but his upside as a WR3 or as a Tight End is certainly plentiful. Wilford could be yet another target for Leftwich and he could make Kyle Brady expendable sooner than later. Monitor this situation, particularly for 2005 and beyond, closely.

Redraft: Wilford has limited value in redraft leagues, especially until we figure out what position the Jaguars have in mind for him.

Dynasty: Wilford is worth a mid-round selection in rookie dynasty drafts based on the fact that he could offer some productivity at Tight End, or at worst, as a third wide-receiver. Don't expect huge numbers, but he's a solid enough player that he should get on the field eventually.

5.05 (137) - Josh Scobee - Kicker - Louisiana Tech - This was an interesting pick. No seriously, this was an interesting pick. Scobee has a little trouble with kickoffs as they tend to die in the air rather than carry, but he can kick the heck out of the ball for field goals He connected on about two-thirds of his attempts last year, but don't be fooled, they used him a ton. He hit a 51 yard field goal as a Junior and beat that as a senior, connecting from 59 yards. He needs to work on his kickoffs, which is likely a mechanics problem, but he's got the leg to be a solid kicker in the NFL. The "interesting" part I was referring to was the fact that Seth Marler was good, but not great for the Jaguars when kicking field goals Obviously, the veteran will have likely get the benefit of the doubt in camp, but team's rarely spend early 5th round picks on guys they don't think have a chance to stick in the long run. If I recall correctly, the Jags kept 2 kickers last season for much of the year, so its possible that both Marler and Scobee will be suited up on Sundays.

Redraft: If Scobee handles the bulk of the field-goal and extra-point duties, he is worth adding as a second kicker to your fantasy squad.

Dynasty: Scobee is worth drafting late or picking up off waivers in your dynasty league as he'll likely get a chance to kick for this much improved Jacksonville team somewhere down the line.

5.18 (150) - Chris Thompson - Cornerback - Nicholls State - After losing Fernando Bryant to free agency, the Jaguars went out and signed a trio of bargain free agents at CB (Juran Bolden, Dewayne Washington, and Lewis Sanders). They continued that trend by taking Thompson in the 5th round who many expected to go earlier. He has good size (6'0", 189 lbs), good speed (4.52 40), and athleticism and was very productive at the small school level. He led his team in tackles as a senior and also blocked 12 kicks in the last 3 years so he should be able to contribute immediately on special teams. Thompson also has solid ball skills and natural hands so he could eventually develop into a quality CB with more work on his technique.

Fantasy Outlook: He'll likely get a chance to compete for a roster spot as the #4 or #5 CB and could earn a spot with his performance on special teams. He has no fantasy value.

5.27 (159) - Sean Bubin - Offensive Tackle - Illinois - Bubin played left-tackle in college, but he's likely headed for either a guard position of strong-side tackle in the NFL. He just doesn't have the needed balance and agility to man the weakside. Nonetheless, he's got decent size and uses his hands well to leverage opponents right off the snap. He should give the Jaguars some added depth on the line and might end up as a starter eventually.

Redraft: N/A

Dynasty: N/A

7.48 (249) - Bobby McCray - Defensive End - Florida - The Jaguars waited until the draft was almost over before taking a player that could potentially solve their problems at DE. McCray missed some games for disciplinary reasons and was very inconsistent in his college career, which is why he slipped to this late in the draft. His measurables are similar to Jevon Kearse even though he is nowhere near the player that Kearse was. He's almost 6'6" tall, ran a 4.68 40, and has excellent strength (465 lb bench) and athletic ability (38.5" vertical). His huge wingspan allows him to keep blockers off him but he lacks bulk at only 255 lbs and can be overpowered at the point of attack. Despite all that natural ability, he has only shown flashes of greatness and has mainly been an underachiever at Florida. If he gets good coaching and decides to put in the effort necessary, he could wind up being a huge steal for the Jags.

Fantasy Outlook: The Jaguars have a need for help at DE so McCray is in a great situation and could see some playing time early on as a pass rush specialist. He clearly has a lot of the physical ability to be an impact player but he'll need to show a greater work ethic than he has in the past, and will also need to improve his technique and rely less on his athleticism. Fantasy value is minimal but he is a player to keep an eye on to see if attitude problems are in the past.

TENNESSEE TITANS

2.08 (40) - Ben Troupe - Tight End - Florida - The fact that the Titans were able to trade out of the first round and still end up with one of the top-3 Tight End prospects in this draft is a small coup for them. Losing Frank Wycheck spelled the need for an immediate replacement, at least somebody to help Erron Kinney. Instead, Troupe may relegate Kinney to backup duty. Troupe runs solid routes and has good hands and size for the position. He's not quick, but his speed is adequate and he muscles defenders at the line, both getting into routes and blocking, well enough to be productive early on. In the Tennessee offense, Steve McNair will continue to have his favorite outlet and Erron Kinney may no longer be a reliable starting option at Tight End in any format.

Redraft: Rookie Tight Ends rarely do much as rookies, but Troupe is an able enough blocker that he could buck the trend. Don't expect top-5 numbers, but he could be a spot contributor for your squad if he earns enough playing time.

Dynasty: Troupe should probably be the second Tight End selected (after Winslow) in dynasty drafts as he doesn't have Daniel Graham to split catches with like Ben Watson does. Considering the sudden surge in the Titans passing game, Troupe may have come along at just the right time to be a solid tight end in fantasy and in the NFL for years to come. He is worth a mid-to-late second round selection in rookie dynasty drafts.

2.10 (42) - Travis LaBoy - Defensive End - Hawaii - The Titans lost their best 2 defensive linemen in free agency this year when Jevon Kearse signed in Philly and Robaire Smith signed in Houston. Fortunately, the Texans repaid the favor by giving up a handful of quality picks in order to move up into the first round and select Jason Babin. Rather than adding just one player like a Babin to replace Kearse, the trade allowed the Titans to the flexibility to rebuild the depth on their defensive line. Starting with this pick of Travis LaBoy (acquired in the Justin McCareins trade to the Jets), the Titans spent 4 of their first 6 picks on the defensive line and all of the guys they took look ready to contribute pretty early on. LaBoy is a bit undersized (6'4", 263 lbs) for an every down DE but he has great speed (4.65 40), and put up a great workout at the combine (35.5" vertical, 10'6" broad jump, and 35 reps) which helped him rise up the draft boards. He had 13 sacks last year and was named Defensive Player o the Year in the WAC. He has mainly been used as a pass rusher in college but he is athletic enough to drop into coverage if needed. LaBoy is smart and has a decent array of pass rush moves already, but with some more work on his technique and run defense he could develop into a solid starter at RDE.

Fantasy Outlook: The Titans went from having a need at DE before the draft to having an abundance of pass rushers. They plan to use Kevin Carter more at DT this year, which will open up more playing time at DE for all these guys, including incumbent Carlos Hall. Based on the pick used to get him, LaBoy may have the early edge in the competition, but chances are he'll have to go out and earn it in training camp and preseason. LaBoy appears ready to contribute as a pass rush specialist early on so he could make an impact as a rookie. Short-term, the increased competition he has at DE makes it likely the Titans will use some type of rotation at DE, hurting his value in redraft leagues. However, he has added value in a dynasty leagues as he has the talent to develop into an impact player provided he can work on his ability to defend the run.

2.25 (57) - Antwan Odom - Defensive End - Alabama - Odom was considered by many as a 1st round possibility for the Titans and was great value this late in round 2. He played in every game as a true freshman and has the ability to be one of the best DEs in this class. He has good size (6'6", 275 lbs), good speed (4.71 40), and is a very good athlete (37" vertical). He is still somewhat raw and some thought he could have used another year in school to work on his technique and become a sure 1st rounder, but he has a ton of upside as a two-way DE that can be equally effective defending the run and rushing the passer. If he can add some bulk and improve his consistency, he projects as a LDE and he has drawn comparisons to a player like Darren Howard in New Orleans. Odom has the speed to be an effective edge rusher, but also has the power to get a push inside, and he could develop into an impact player pretty early on. The biggest concerns about him are that he lacks toughness, shows inconsistent effort, and has had some problems staying healthy.

Fantasy Outlook: Odom will likely learn behind Kevin Carter while he works on his technique and adds bulk to improve against the run. He is bigger than most of the other DEs he'll be competing with, and that could give him an early advantage, especially on first and second downs. Carter is a free agent after this year and Odom will likely take over for him if he leaves. Short-term, he'll need to work on some things but he has the ability to compete for playing time right away. If he can win a starting job, he'll probably be worthy of a roster spot in deep redraft leagues. He has added value in dynasty leagues because of his tremendous upside.

3.08 (71) - Randy Starks - Defensive Tackle - Maryland - The Titans turned to the DT position here and got another great value in Starks, who was considered by some to be the 3rd best DT in the draft. He made a quick transition to college and played well as a true freshman, including 7 tackles for loss and 3 sacks. He was yet another underclassmen who slipped a bit in the draft, but he has a lot of tools to work with and has been productive in the ACC. He played some DE in a 3-4 scheme, but he's got great size (6'3", 314 lbs) to play inside in the NFL. He is very strong and set a school record with a 765 pound squat. Starks has a good motor, uses his hands well, and has good agility for a man his size. The biggest concerns about him are that he has been inconsistent at times and hasn't been as disruptive as one would hope. However, he's a talented prospect and the Titans have a solid history of developing quality DTs so they should be able to help him reach his potential.

Fantasy Outlook: Haynesworth has one starting DT spot locked up and Starks will likely be given a chance to compete with Rien Long for the other spot. The job will likely be on 1st and 2nd downs as Kevin Carter will be moved inside for obvious passing situations. Short-term, even if he wins the job, he'll likely contribute mainly as a run plugger and his fantasy value (and playing time) will be limited. Long-term, however, he could develop into a quality DT and might be worthy of some consideration in deep dynasty leagues that require starting a DT. Best bet is to wait and see how he does and how the Titans D-line will shape up, but he could emerge as a quality fantasy player in a year or two.

3.29 (92) - Rich Gardner - Cornerback - Penn State - After the recent injury to Tony Beckham, the Titans had a need for some depth at CB. Gardner has been a solid cover corner in the Big 10 over the past 2 years. He has adequate size (5'10", 199 lbs) and speed (4.5 40) and plays with good instincts. He'll need some work on his technique but he is described as a good character guy who is very coachable. The Titans have had some success in developing CBs in recent years, and he'll likely be given some time to adjust to the pro game.

Fantasy Outlook: Assuming Beckham isn't able to play this year, Gardner will likely wind up as the #4 CB and should also contribute on special teams. Eventually, he could develop into a quality corner but his fantasy value is going to be minimal as he doesn't have great ball skills and is not a big help in run support.

4.07 (103) - Bo Schobel - Defensive End - TCU - While the first few defensive line picks all made sense, this one seemed like a bit of overkill. But, Schobel was a pretty decent value in the 4th round. He has been a very productive player at TCU, where his cousins Aaron Schobel (DE, Bills) and Matt Schobel (TE, Bengals) also starred. As a senior, Schobel put up 27 tackles for loss, 17 sacks, and was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Year. He's got a big frame (6'5", 270 lbs) and has the room to add more bulk and possibly move inside to DT if necessary. He is a strong player who can hold up pretty well against the run, but he lacks great speed and agility and is not an explosive pass rusher. This pick makes it more likely that the Titans will be prepared to let Kevin Carter leave after this season.

Fantasy Outlook: Schobel should be able to contribute as part of a DE rotation early on, and could eventually develop into a solid every down DE. His fantasy value is limited because of the competition he'll have for playing time, but he's a player that could emerge in a year or two and is worth keeping an eye on in deeper leagues. Has similar attributes to Aaron Schobel, who has developed into a quality DE over the past few years.

4.28 (124) - Michael Waddell - Cornerback - North Carolina - The Titans added another CB prospect in round 4. Waddell has adequate size (5'10", 187 lbs) and blazing speed (4.34 40), but he lost his starting job as a senior. He relies too much on his athleticism and needs a lot of work on his technique before he can contribute as a corner in the NFL. Waddell also isn't very physical, misses too many tackles, and lacks great ball skills. That's a lot of problems for a CB drafted in round 4, but apparently the Titans figured his speed gave them something to work with. He has been a quality performer on special teams with some blocked kicks and punt return experience.

Fantasy Outlook: He'll likely compete to be the #5 CB, but has the best chance of earning a roster spot based on his special teams contributions. He has no fantasy value as a CB, but he could potentially become a primary punt returner for the Titans based on his speed and explosiveness.

5.06 (138) - Jacob Bell - Guard - Miami (OH) - Bell has oodles of experience all around the line, which is something Tennessee needs. However, he struggles a bit when run blocking, which is something Tennessee also needs to improve at. I was a little surprised that the Titans used most of their early picks on defense considering their offensive line has been mediocre at best for the last 3 seasons. Regardless, Bell should offer another functional body up front and with a little work, he might sharpen up his technique enough to be an every down contributor.

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5.33 (165) - Rob Reynolds - Linebacker - Ohio State - The Titans LB unit got decimated by injuries last year so adding some depth was important. The Titans have two quality LBs on the outside in Bulluck and Sirmon, but the MLB job is somewhat unsettled. Reynolds is best known as the player who was suspended for choking Wisconsin QB Jim Sorgi. He has good size (6'3", 251 lbs) and decent speed (4.76 40), but his biggest strengths are his toughness and motor. He mostly played on the strong side at Ohio State but he has the size and mentality to play MLB. Reynolds will likely provide depth at both MLB and SLB and contribute on special teams. He's drawn comparisons to former Buckeye Matt Wilhelm who now plays with the Chargers.

Fantasy Outlook: He'll likely be a depth player and contribute on the special teams coverage units, so he has no real fantasy value unless the Titans LBs get hit with the injury bug again. Might eventually see some time on run downs, but probably not enough to make him worthy of a roster spot in any type of league.

6.26 (191) - Troy Fleming - Fullback - Tennessee - There were a number of people, myself included, that suspected Fleming was headed to the Titans. He had a stellar workout, running a sub 4.5 forty, which created a little bit of a buzz regarding his prospects. However, the enthusiasm must not have meant much as he slipped to the end of the round before the Titans took him. While some people would have you believe that Fleming is going to end up as the team's feature back, I wouldn't be so sure. He has speed and size, but his cutback ability is marginal. More likely, I think he'll offer two things the Titans need: a Lorenzo Neal style fullback who can open holes, and a pass catcher out of the backfield. I don't think he'll take a lot of carries from Chris Brown, at least not this year, but he may well be in the game on passing downs as a blocker and receiver. Fleming might also end up taking some goalline duties from Brown if Brown somehow fails at the task.

Redraft: Fleming has no redraft value unless he shows himself to be an integral part of the passing game or beats out Chris Brown for running duties.

Dynasty: Fleming should be selected in the 3rd tier of runners along with Moore and Turner on the off chance that he emerges as a feature back. He will likely never be a finesse runner capable of gobbling up yards, but he has the size and strength to be valuable between the tackles if called upon.

7.29 (230) - Jared Clauss - Defensive Tackle - Iowa - The Titans added more depth to the defensive line late in the draft with the selection of Clauss. He is a bit of an overachiever who will always work hard and give maximum effort but has limited upside. He's got decent size (6'4", 294 lbs) but will need to add some mass and strength to hold up as a DT in the NFL.

Fantasy Outlook: Developmental prospect who will compete for the #5 DT position and could be a consideration for the practice squad. He may eventually develop into a quality backup, but he has no fantasy value.

7.38 (239) - Eugene Amano - Center - Southeast Missouri State - Amano is a bit of a project, but he's got a mean-streak and seems determined to get the best of his opponent on each and every snap. If he can add some strength, and more importantly, some technique and balance, he could emerge as a useful lineman for the Titans.

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7.40 (241) - Sean McHugh - Fullback - Penn State - McHugh may give Fleming and Co. all they can handle in the competition for fullback duties. Clearly, Fisher wanted to add someone to serve as lead blocker out of the backfield as the team struggled to punch in short-yardage scores last season. McHugh has good size and a solid work ethic, and most importantly, he has the vision necessary to find the holes and find the blocks necessary to get the job done. While many people are "hoping" Fleming ends up as the starting running back, he may have his work cut out of him to keep a job as the starting fullback.

Redraft: McHugh has little value in redraft leagues. Only if he emerged as a goalline option and reliable pass catcher should you even consider rostering him.

Dynasty: If McHugh beats out Fleming for the bulk of the playing time at fullback, he's worth keeping an eye on to see if he ever does more for the offense than simply block.