Grading the Draft
Arizona Cardinals (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Alan Branch (DT - Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Levi Brown (OT – Penn State)
Analysis: Personally, I believe Brown could have been selected lower. The Cardinals have also failed with previous offensive line selections. With that stated, their defensive selections of Branch and Buster Davis (3rd round) were also brilliant. Steve Breaston (4th round) was also a great selection. Despite the fact, he underachieved with Michigan.
Atlanta Falcons (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Justin Blalock (OT – Texas)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jamaal Anderson (DE – Arkansas)
Analysis: The Falcons added crucial offensive line depth. Blalock (2nd round) may have been their best selection. They also Doug Datish in round six. Anderson was a sensible selection. However, he was an unknown collegian. This creates bust potential. With that stated, the Falcons enjoyed a stellar draft. The greatest steal occurred in late round two, when they nabbed Chris Houston.
Baltimore Ravens (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Prescott Burgess (LB – Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Ben Grubbs (OL – Auburn)
Analysis: A sixth round superstar? The aforesaid exemplified the Ravens’ horrific draft. Guards are not selected in the first round. Two guards in three rounds were unnecessary. Yamon Figures was also a terrible second round selection. Troy Smith could have been a sixth or seventh round pick. Simply stated, the Ravens draft was pathetic.
Buffalo Bills (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Paul Posluszny (LB – Penn State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Marshawn Lynch (RB – California)
Analysis: The Bills draft was outstanding. Lynch was slightly overpriced. However, the Bills coveted a Willis McGahee replacement. Assuming Lynch performs, he could achieve a Pro Bowl within three seasons. Posluszny was a steal. The Bills may have also garnered the pinch of day one, when they selected Trent Edwards (3rd round). While their late round selections were slightly questionable, the Bills overachieved. They laid a franchise foundation with three selections.
Carolina Panthers (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Dwayne Jarrett (WR – USC)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jon Beason (LB – Miami-FL)
Analysis: Jarrett was an enormous steal. Given Keyshawn Johnson’s release, he should assume an immediate starting role. Beason was a questionable selection. Prior to draft day, his status fluttered. His personal history does not engender confidence. The Panthers also scored with later selections. Ryan Kalil (2nd round) could be an immediate starter. Charles Johnson (3rd round) and Tim Shaw (6th round) should also contribute on defense.
Chicago Bears (D)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Greg Olsen (TE – Miami-FL)
Greatest Potential Bust: Garrett Wolfe (RB – Northern Illinois)
Analysis: Chicago’s lone golden selection was Olsen. During previous tight end seasons, he could have been selection higher. He should contribute immediately for Chicago. Wolfe was a very questionable selection. Given his size, he will never rise above special teams. The Bears also erred late, selecting players from New Hampshire, Central Michigan, and Louisiana-Monroe.
Cincinnati Bengals (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Leon Hall (CB – Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kenny Irons (RB – Auburn)
Analysis: Despite a brilliant initial selection, the Bengals found failure. Hall should start immediately. He will star. However, Irons has bust imprinted across his nameplate. Jeff Rowe (3rd round) was also a ridiculous selection. The Bengals selected consecutive Notre Dame players, closing their draft with improvement. However, their middle rounds may prove fatal.
Cleveland Browns (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Brady Quinn (QB – Notre Dame)
Greatest Potential Bust: Joe Thomas (OT – Wisconsin)
Analysis: Given recent top five tackle failure, Thomas will face scrutiny. He possesses exceptional talent. However, Robert Gallery and Leonard Davis also possessed exceptional talent. The Browns selection of Quinn was brilliant. He should start immediately. Assuming he performs, he will facilitate Miami regret. Eric Wright (2nd round) was a steal. While he has character issues, his talent is unquestioned. Chase Pittman (7th round) could also contribute immediately.
Dallas Cowboys (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Isaiah Stanback (QB – Washington)
Greatest Potential Bust: Anthony Spencer (DE – Purdue)
Analysis: Spencer was an abominable selection. The Cowboys possess a great front seven. Spencer was an unaffordable luxury. Stanback was mediocre in college. However, he could contribute on special teams. The remainder of their draft was horrific.
Denver Broncos (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Jarvis Moss (DE – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Marcus Thomas (DT – Florida)
Analysis: Despite possessing only one second day selection, the Broncos excelled. Moss is an incredible star. He should supplant aging starters immediately. Afforded an opportunity, he could be Defensive Rookie of the Year. Crowder (2nd round) and Ryan Harris (3rd round) were also great selections. Crowder possesses starting talent and should contribute immediately.
Detroit Lions (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Charles Johnson (WR – Georgia Tech)
Greatest Potential Bust: Drew Stanton (QB – Michigan)
Analysis: Johnson should dispel recent history. He possesses immense physical talent. He is also exceedingly mature. He should easily garner Offensive Rookie of the Year. During his Michigan State tenure, Stanton (2nd round) was inconsistent. However, he possesses necessary skills and could morph into a starter. The Lions also acquired defensive depth with later selections.
Green Bay Packers (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: DeShawn Wynn (RB – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Justin Harrell (DT – Tennessee)
Analysis: With Lynch removed, the Packers appeared confused. With that stated, the Packers retrieved a running back with Wynn (7th round). Given his Florida tenure, he should excel. Harrell possesses enormous talent also. Durability is an immense question. The Packers also acquired wide receivers depth. The jewel of which was David Clowney (5th round).
Houston Texans (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Amobi Okoye (DT – Louisville)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jacoby Jones (WR – Lane)
Analysis: Lane College in round three? An offensive lineman in round five? The Texans continued their draft ineptitude. Despite sacks and poor offensive production, Houston bypassed potential franchise players. Instead, they selected third tier secondary special teams failures. Matt Shaub should protest.
Indianapolis Colts (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Quinn Pitcock (DE – Ohio State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Anthony Gonzalez (WR – Ohio State)
Analysis: Gonzalez was a first round mistake. Jarrett would have been a superior selection. Despite his speed, Gonzalez is a teammate liability. Roy Hall (5th round) is also a character question. Additionally, the Colts required defense. While their selections for the aforesaid were murky, they retrieved two diamonds. Pitcock (4th round) should start immediately. Daymeion Hughes (3rd round) is also a potential star.
Jacksonville Jaguars (D)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Reggie Nelson (S – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Justin Durant (LB – Hampton)
Analysis: Nelson is a star. He should start immediately. He should also challenge for defensive rookie of the year. Durant has Shaun Thompson scrawled across his nameplate. He was not second round worthy. Mike Walker (3rd round), Brian Smith (4th round), and Josh Gattis (5th round) were also questionable.
Kansas City Chiefs (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Dwayne Bowe (WR – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: DeMarcus Tyler (DT – North Carolina State)
Analysis: Bowe should immensely improve Kansas City’s meager wide receiver core. While they have never struggled scoring, he should provide an impact. Turk McBride (2nd round) and Tyler (3rd round) should split replacing Ryan Sims. Kolby Smith (4th round) and Justin Medlock (5th round) were also value selections. Smith should acquire short yard action. Medlock is accurate despite distance restrictions.
Miami Dolphins (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Lorenzo Booker (RB – Florida State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Ted Ginn Jr. (WR – Ohio State)
Analysis: Ginn is injured. He may not be primed for training camp. Ginn should not have been selected over Quinn. He is a mediocre wide receiver. He is a star special team player. Special team players are selected in round three. With round three mentioned, Booker is a sleeper selection. While he was inconsistent at Florida State, he could star with the Dolphins. John Beck (2nd round) is a satisfactory quarterback. However, he is not a Pro Bowl selection.
Minnesota Vikings (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Adrian Peterson (RB – Oklahoma)
Greatest Potential Bust: Brian Robinson (DE – Texas)
Analysis: The Vikings excelled. Despite durability questions, Peterson is a star. He should start immediately. Sidney Rice (2nd round) is an exceptional wide receiver. He is also underrated. He could arise as the pass catching star of this draft. Rufus Alexander (6th round) is underrated also. He and Robinson (4th round) could have spot impacts.
New England Patriots (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Brandon Meriweather (S – Miami-FL)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kareem Brown (DT – Miami-FL)
Analysis: The Patriots are deep. With that stated, their draft was apocryphal. Meriweather is the lone star selection. However, he possesses character issues. Sixth round selections from Central Connecticut and SMU were unfortunate.
New Orleans Saints (D)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Antonio Pittman (RB – Ohio State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Robert Meachem (WR – Tennessee)
Analysis: Given Reggie Bush and Deuce McAllister, why select a running back? Pittman will prove valuable as a spot player. He will also allow McAllister rest and improve Bush’s versatility. Meachem is a satisfactory wide receiver. However, the Saints could have traded down and retrieved him. Usama Young (3rd) was a poor selection.
New York Giants (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Steve Smith (WR – USC)
Greatest Potential Bust: Aaron Ross (CB – Texas)
Analysis: Despite his distinction, Ross bust quotient is minimal. He is a great talent. He should have an immediate impact. Smith (2nd round) is also a star. He should upgrade the Giants pathetic wide receiver core. Jay Alford (3rd round) should have a great defensive impact.
New York Jets (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: David Harris (LB – Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Darrelle Revis (CB – Pittsburgh)
Analysis: Harris (2nd round) was a steal. He should have been a first round selection. Revis is a potential shut down cornerback. However, we have witnessed his predecessors. Assuming he equals the hype, he will aid the Jets versus the Patriots improved wide receiving core.
Oakland Raiders (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: JaMarcus Russell (QB – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: Michael Bush (RB – Louisville)
Analysis: Lane Kiffin’s initial draft was exemplary. Russell possesses immense physical talent. Assuming his attitude adjusts, he should star. Zach Miller (2nd round) is a stellar tight end target. Johnnie Lee Higgins (3rd round) and Bush (4th round) could also have offensive impacts. However, Bush must heal. Jay Richardson (5th round) and Quentin Moses (3rd round) were great defensive selections.
Philadelphia Eagles (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Tony Hunt (RB – Penn State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kevin Kolb (QB – Houston)
Analysis: Despite glaring needs, the Eagles selected Kolb. The selection was unnecessary. He will have no impact. He also aggravated Donovan McNabb. Hunt (3rd round) is great, assuming continued success with late round running back selections. Victor Abiamiri (2nd round) and C.J. Gaddis (5th round) were stellar defensive selections.
Pittsburgh Steelers (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Lawrence Timmons (LB – Florida State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Matt Spaeth (TE – Minnesota)
Analysis: Timmons will adequately replace Joey Porter. He is also a defensive rookie of the year candidate. LaMarr Woodley (2nd round) could also start immediately. Spaeth (3rd round) has character issues. However, he should excel given Pittsburgh’s vacancy at tight end. Dallas Baker (7th round) may have been the second day’s steel. Assuming he produces.
San Diego Chargers (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Craig Davis (WR – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: Eric Weddle (S – Utah)
Analysis: Davis was overpriced. With that stated, San Diego required a speed wide receiver. Davis should imprint himself immediately. Weddle (2nd round) is a satisfactory talent. However, San Diego should not have traded to acquire him. Scott Chandler (4th round) was also a brilliant selection.
San Francisco 49ers (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Ray McDonald (DT – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Patrick Willis (LB – Mississippi)
Analysis: Willis enjoyed a great senior season. However, he has enormous bust potential. Jason Hill (3rd round) was a steal. He should immediately contribute to San Francisco’s passing unit. Joe Staley (1st round) was a great selection. He could start immediately. McDonald (3rd round) and Jay Moore (4tth round) were excellent defensive line selections.
Seattle Seahawks (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Baraka Atkins (DE – Miami-FL)
Greatest Potential Bust: Josh Wilson (CB – Maryland)
Analysis: Given no first round selection, the Seahawks needed excellence. Instead, they failed. Atkins (4th round) was their greatest selection. Assuming his talent arises, he could start immediately. Wilson (2nd round) was a terrible selection. Will Herring (5th round) was also questionable. Courtney Taylor (6th round) could provide an offensive impact.
St. Louis Rams (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Brian Leonard (RB – Rutgers)
Greatest Potential Bust: Keith Jackson (DT – Arkansas)
Analysis: Adam Carriker (1st round) should start immediately. Leonard was also an exceptional selection. Given St. Louis’ innovative offensive history, Leonard should enjoy a great offensive season. Jonathan Wade (3rd round) and Clifton Ryan (5th round) should give defensive impacts.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Gaines Adams (DE – Clemson)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kenneth Darby (RB – Alabama)
Analysis: Despite a stellar first day, the Buccaneers faltered late. Adams is an immediate impact superstar. He should restore Tampa Bay’s superior defensive line tradition. Arron Sears (2nd round) was a brilliant selection. He should provide immediate protection for either Chris Simms or Jeff Garcia. Sabby Piscitelli (3rd round) was also a great choice.
Tennessee Titans (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Michael Griffin (S – Texas)
Greatest Potential Bust: Chris Henry (RB – Arizona)
Analysis: The Titans drafted luxury. While Griffin was a great selection, the Titans possess safeties. Henry (2nd round) was also a terrible selection. During his Arizona tenure, he was unproductive. Tennessee’s lone effective choice was Chris Davis (4th round).
Washington Redskins (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: LaRon Landry (S – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jordan Palmer (QB – UTEP)
Analysis: The Redskins enjoyed an exceptional draft. Landry should either compliment Sean Taylor or supplant him. He will have an immediate impact. Dallas Sartz (5th round) should impact where Lance Briggs could have. H.B. Blades (6th round) should also achieve presence. Palmer was inconsistent. However, he should improve with coaching.
Greatest Potential Superstar: Alan Branch (DT - Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Levi Brown (OT – Penn State)
Analysis: Personally, I believe Brown could have been selected lower. The Cardinals have also failed with previous offensive line selections. With that stated, their defensive selections of Branch and Buster Davis (3rd round) were also brilliant. Steve Breaston (4th round) was also a great selection. Despite the fact, he underachieved with Michigan.
Atlanta Falcons (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Justin Blalock (OT – Texas)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jamaal Anderson (DE – Arkansas)
Analysis: The Falcons added crucial offensive line depth. Blalock (2nd round) may have been their best selection. They also Doug Datish in round six. Anderson was a sensible selection. However, he was an unknown collegian. This creates bust potential. With that stated, the Falcons enjoyed a stellar draft. The greatest steal occurred in late round two, when they nabbed Chris Houston.
Baltimore Ravens (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Prescott Burgess (LB – Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Ben Grubbs (OL – Auburn)
Analysis: A sixth round superstar? The aforesaid exemplified the Ravens’ horrific draft. Guards are not selected in the first round. Two guards in three rounds were unnecessary. Yamon Figures was also a terrible second round selection. Troy Smith could have been a sixth or seventh round pick. Simply stated, the Ravens draft was pathetic.
Buffalo Bills (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Paul Posluszny (LB – Penn State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Marshawn Lynch (RB – California)
Analysis: The Bills draft was outstanding. Lynch was slightly overpriced. However, the Bills coveted a Willis McGahee replacement. Assuming Lynch performs, he could achieve a Pro Bowl within three seasons. Posluszny was a steal. The Bills may have also garnered the pinch of day one, when they selected Trent Edwards (3rd round). While their late round selections were slightly questionable, the Bills overachieved. They laid a franchise foundation with three selections.
Carolina Panthers (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Dwayne Jarrett (WR – USC)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jon Beason (LB – Miami-FL)
Analysis: Jarrett was an enormous steal. Given Keyshawn Johnson’s release, he should assume an immediate starting role. Beason was a questionable selection. Prior to draft day, his status fluttered. His personal history does not engender confidence. The Panthers also scored with later selections. Ryan Kalil (2nd round) could be an immediate starter. Charles Johnson (3rd round) and Tim Shaw (6th round) should also contribute on defense.
Chicago Bears (D)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Greg Olsen (TE – Miami-FL)
Greatest Potential Bust: Garrett Wolfe (RB – Northern Illinois)
Analysis: Chicago’s lone golden selection was Olsen. During previous tight end seasons, he could have been selection higher. He should contribute immediately for Chicago. Wolfe was a very questionable selection. Given his size, he will never rise above special teams. The Bears also erred late, selecting players from New Hampshire, Central Michigan, and Louisiana-Monroe.
Cincinnati Bengals (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Leon Hall (CB – Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kenny Irons (RB – Auburn)
Analysis: Despite a brilliant initial selection, the Bengals found failure. Hall should start immediately. He will star. However, Irons has bust imprinted across his nameplate. Jeff Rowe (3rd round) was also a ridiculous selection. The Bengals selected consecutive Notre Dame players, closing their draft with improvement. However, their middle rounds may prove fatal.
Cleveland Browns (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Brady Quinn (QB – Notre Dame)
Greatest Potential Bust: Joe Thomas (OT – Wisconsin)
Analysis: Given recent top five tackle failure, Thomas will face scrutiny. He possesses exceptional talent. However, Robert Gallery and Leonard Davis also possessed exceptional talent. The Browns selection of Quinn was brilliant. He should start immediately. Assuming he performs, he will facilitate Miami regret. Eric Wright (2nd round) was a steal. While he has character issues, his talent is unquestioned. Chase Pittman (7th round) could also contribute immediately.
Dallas Cowboys (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Isaiah Stanback (QB – Washington)
Greatest Potential Bust: Anthony Spencer (DE – Purdue)
Analysis: Spencer was an abominable selection. The Cowboys possess a great front seven. Spencer was an unaffordable luxury. Stanback was mediocre in college. However, he could contribute on special teams. The remainder of their draft was horrific.
Denver Broncos (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Jarvis Moss (DE – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Marcus Thomas (DT – Florida)
Analysis: Despite possessing only one second day selection, the Broncos excelled. Moss is an incredible star. He should supplant aging starters immediately. Afforded an opportunity, he could be Defensive Rookie of the Year. Crowder (2nd round) and Ryan Harris (3rd round) were also great selections. Crowder possesses starting talent and should contribute immediately.
Detroit Lions (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Charles Johnson (WR – Georgia Tech)
Greatest Potential Bust: Drew Stanton (QB – Michigan)
Analysis: Johnson should dispel recent history. He possesses immense physical talent. He is also exceedingly mature. He should easily garner Offensive Rookie of the Year. During his Michigan State tenure, Stanton (2nd round) was inconsistent. However, he possesses necessary skills and could morph into a starter. The Lions also acquired defensive depth with later selections.
Green Bay Packers (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: DeShawn Wynn (RB – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Justin Harrell (DT – Tennessee)
Analysis: With Lynch removed, the Packers appeared confused. With that stated, the Packers retrieved a running back with Wynn (7th round). Given his Florida tenure, he should excel. Harrell possesses enormous talent also. Durability is an immense question. The Packers also acquired wide receivers depth. The jewel of which was David Clowney (5th round).
Houston Texans (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Amobi Okoye (DT – Louisville)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jacoby Jones (WR – Lane)
Analysis: Lane College in round three? An offensive lineman in round five? The Texans continued their draft ineptitude. Despite sacks and poor offensive production, Houston bypassed potential franchise players. Instead, they selected third tier secondary special teams failures. Matt Shaub should protest.
Indianapolis Colts (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Quinn Pitcock (DE – Ohio State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Anthony Gonzalez (WR – Ohio State)
Analysis: Gonzalez was a first round mistake. Jarrett would have been a superior selection. Despite his speed, Gonzalez is a teammate liability. Roy Hall (5th round) is also a character question. Additionally, the Colts required defense. While their selections for the aforesaid were murky, they retrieved two diamonds. Pitcock (4th round) should start immediately. Daymeion Hughes (3rd round) is also a potential star.
Jacksonville Jaguars (D)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Reggie Nelson (S – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Justin Durant (LB – Hampton)
Analysis: Nelson is a star. He should start immediately. He should also challenge for defensive rookie of the year. Durant has Shaun Thompson scrawled across his nameplate. He was not second round worthy. Mike Walker (3rd round), Brian Smith (4th round), and Josh Gattis (5th round) were also questionable.
Kansas City Chiefs (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Dwayne Bowe (WR – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: DeMarcus Tyler (DT – North Carolina State)
Analysis: Bowe should immensely improve Kansas City’s meager wide receiver core. While they have never struggled scoring, he should provide an impact. Turk McBride (2nd round) and Tyler (3rd round) should split replacing Ryan Sims. Kolby Smith (4th round) and Justin Medlock (5th round) were also value selections. Smith should acquire short yard action. Medlock is accurate despite distance restrictions.
Miami Dolphins (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Lorenzo Booker (RB – Florida State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Ted Ginn Jr. (WR – Ohio State)
Analysis: Ginn is injured. He may not be primed for training camp. Ginn should not have been selected over Quinn. He is a mediocre wide receiver. He is a star special team player. Special team players are selected in round three. With round three mentioned, Booker is a sleeper selection. While he was inconsistent at Florida State, he could star with the Dolphins. John Beck (2nd round) is a satisfactory quarterback. However, he is not a Pro Bowl selection.
Minnesota Vikings (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Adrian Peterson (RB – Oklahoma)
Greatest Potential Bust: Brian Robinson (DE – Texas)
Analysis: The Vikings excelled. Despite durability questions, Peterson is a star. He should start immediately. Sidney Rice (2nd round) is an exceptional wide receiver. He is also underrated. He could arise as the pass catching star of this draft. Rufus Alexander (6th round) is underrated also. He and Robinson (4th round) could have spot impacts.
New England Patriots (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Brandon Meriweather (S – Miami-FL)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kareem Brown (DT – Miami-FL)
Analysis: The Patriots are deep. With that stated, their draft was apocryphal. Meriweather is the lone star selection. However, he possesses character issues. Sixth round selections from Central Connecticut and SMU were unfortunate.
New Orleans Saints (D)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Antonio Pittman (RB – Ohio State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Robert Meachem (WR – Tennessee)
Analysis: Given Reggie Bush and Deuce McAllister, why select a running back? Pittman will prove valuable as a spot player. He will also allow McAllister rest and improve Bush’s versatility. Meachem is a satisfactory wide receiver. However, the Saints could have traded down and retrieved him. Usama Young (3rd) was a poor selection.
New York Giants (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Steve Smith (WR – USC)
Greatest Potential Bust: Aaron Ross (CB – Texas)
Analysis: Despite his distinction, Ross bust quotient is minimal. He is a great talent. He should have an immediate impact. Smith (2nd round) is also a star. He should upgrade the Giants pathetic wide receiver core. Jay Alford (3rd round) should have a great defensive impact.
New York Jets (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: David Harris (LB – Michigan)
Greatest Potential Bust: Darrelle Revis (CB – Pittsburgh)
Analysis: Harris (2nd round) was a steal. He should have been a first round selection. Revis is a potential shut down cornerback. However, we have witnessed his predecessors. Assuming he equals the hype, he will aid the Jets versus the Patriots improved wide receiving core.
Oakland Raiders (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: JaMarcus Russell (QB – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: Michael Bush (RB – Louisville)
Analysis: Lane Kiffin’s initial draft was exemplary. Russell possesses immense physical talent. Assuming his attitude adjusts, he should star. Zach Miller (2nd round) is a stellar tight end target. Johnnie Lee Higgins (3rd round) and Bush (4th round) could also have offensive impacts. However, Bush must heal. Jay Richardson (5th round) and Quentin Moses (3rd round) were great defensive selections.
Philadelphia Eagles (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Tony Hunt (RB – Penn State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kevin Kolb (QB – Houston)
Analysis: Despite glaring needs, the Eagles selected Kolb. The selection was unnecessary. He will have no impact. He also aggravated Donovan McNabb. Hunt (3rd round) is great, assuming continued success with late round running back selections. Victor Abiamiri (2nd round) and C.J. Gaddis (5th round) were stellar defensive selections.
Pittsburgh Steelers (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Lawrence Timmons (LB – Florida State)
Greatest Potential Bust: Matt Spaeth (TE – Minnesota)
Analysis: Timmons will adequately replace Joey Porter. He is also a defensive rookie of the year candidate. LaMarr Woodley (2nd round) could also start immediately. Spaeth (3rd round) has character issues. However, he should excel given Pittsburgh’s vacancy at tight end. Dallas Baker (7th round) may have been the second day’s steel. Assuming he produces.
San Diego Chargers (B)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Craig Davis (WR – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: Eric Weddle (S – Utah)
Analysis: Davis was overpriced. With that stated, San Diego required a speed wide receiver. Davis should imprint himself immediately. Weddle (2nd round) is a satisfactory talent. However, San Diego should not have traded to acquire him. Scott Chandler (4th round) was also a brilliant selection.
San Francisco 49ers (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Ray McDonald (DT – Florida)
Greatest Potential Bust: Patrick Willis (LB – Mississippi)
Analysis: Willis enjoyed a great senior season. However, he has enormous bust potential. Jason Hill (3rd round) was a steal. He should immediately contribute to San Francisco’s passing unit. Joe Staley (1st round) was a great selection. He could start immediately. McDonald (3rd round) and Jay Moore (4tth round) were excellent defensive line selections.
Seattle Seahawks (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Baraka Atkins (DE – Miami-FL)
Greatest Potential Bust: Josh Wilson (CB – Maryland)
Analysis: Given no first round selection, the Seahawks needed excellence. Instead, they failed. Atkins (4th round) was their greatest selection. Assuming his talent arises, he could start immediately. Wilson (2nd round) was a terrible selection. Will Herring (5th round) was also questionable. Courtney Taylor (6th round) could provide an offensive impact.
St. Louis Rams (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Brian Leonard (RB – Rutgers)
Greatest Potential Bust: Keith Jackson (DT – Arkansas)
Analysis: Adam Carriker (1st round) should start immediately. Leonard was also an exceptional selection. Given St. Louis’ innovative offensive history, Leonard should enjoy a great offensive season. Jonathan Wade (3rd round) and Clifton Ryan (5th round) should give defensive impacts.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (C)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Gaines Adams (DE – Clemson)
Greatest Potential Bust: Kenneth Darby (RB – Alabama)
Analysis: Despite a stellar first day, the Buccaneers faltered late. Adams is an immediate impact superstar. He should restore Tampa Bay’s superior defensive line tradition. Arron Sears (2nd round) was a brilliant selection. He should provide immediate protection for either Chris Simms or Jeff Garcia. Sabby Piscitelli (3rd round) was also a great choice.
Tennessee Titans (F)
Greatest Potential Superstar: Michael Griffin (S – Texas)
Greatest Potential Bust: Chris Henry (RB – Arizona)
Analysis: The Titans drafted luxury. While Griffin was a great selection, the Titans possess safeties. Henry (2nd round) was also a terrible selection. During his Arizona tenure, he was unproductive. Tennessee’s lone effective choice was Chris Davis (4th round).
Washington Redskins (A)
Greatest Potential Superstar: LaRon Landry (S – LSU)
Greatest Potential Bust: Jordan Palmer (QB – UTEP)
Analysis: The Redskins enjoyed an exceptional draft. Landry should either compliment Sean Taylor or supplant him. He will have an immediate impact. Dallas Sartz (5th round) should impact where Lance Briggs could have. H.B. Blades (6th round) should also achieve presence. Palmer was inconsistent. However, he should improve with coaching.
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