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Some final draft thoughts:

I thought both networks did a good job of covering the draft, but I have some likes and dislikes about this weekend's broadcasts.

Draft Coverage Dislikes

1. Was it really necessary for the NFL Network's Adam Schefter to announce the picks before Roger Goodell or Gene Washington got to the podium?

We get it, Adam. You're plugged in. But considering you work for the league's network and website, and were stationed right next to where the picks were handed in, it really shouldn't surprise anyone that you knew Duane Brown was going to be the Houston Texans' pick at 26.

2. Sticking with the NFLN, why have a flaming red bar at the top of the screen scream "SELECTION" and then make the viewer have to fight through multiple graphics and crawls to try to find who that pick was?

3. Was Tony Reali's "roundtable" discussion group on ESPN at all necessary?

Draft Coverage Likes

1. Kudos to the league for shortening the 1st round to 10 minutes. Next year, let's keep that format, but roll back the start time on Saturday to 12pm or 1pm ET, and squeeze a 3rd round onto that first day.

2. Smart move by ESPN for separating Mel Kiper and Todd McShay. As their contentious on-camera exchanges attest, these two clearly do not like one another.

3. Caleb Campbell.

'Nuff said.

NFL News and Notes

The 2008 NFL Draft has come and gone, and the Dallas Cowboys failed to add a wide receiver. The second day of the Cowboys' draft looked similar to the first.

New York Giants general manager Jerry Reese promised that if troubled wide receiver Mario Manningham doesn't have the right attidude, they'll kick him to the curb. The Giants view quarterback Andre Woodson as an investment. Also within that article, there's word that Jeremy Shockey is unlikely to join his teammates at the White House on Wednesday.

Washington Redskins head coach Jim Zorn was impressed with quarterback Colt Brennan's accuracy. Each time the Redskins traded back, they got the player they were targeting, Vinny Cerrato said.

The biggest "wow" factor of the Philadelphia Eagles weekend is that cornerback Lito Sheppard is still on the team. Josh Barnett of the Philadelphia Daily News gives the Eagles a "B+" for the draft.

Green Bay Packers rookie quarterbacks Brian Brohm and Matt Flynn will add depth behind starter Aaron Rodgers. Tight end Jermichael Finley knows he can improve his blocking.

None of the five players the Minnesota Vikings selected this weekend are expected to start, writes Kevin Seifert. Fifth round quarterback John David Booty thinks he'll be a good fit in Minnesota.

Drew Sharp writes that the Detroit Lions filled their needs this year, but wants to know why they didn't fill their needs in 2007. Lions president Matt Millen says his team didn't receive any serious offers for Roy Williams. My favorite pick of the weekend? Caleb Campbell.

Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Earl Bennett will have a chance to start. Defensive tackle Marcus Harrison has had his share of off-field troubles, but his talent was too great for the Bears to pass up.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Josh Johnson ran Jon Gruden's offense in college. Rookie offensive lineman Jeremy Zuttah gives the Buccaneers versatility.

With their needs addressed early, the New Orleans Saints spent the second day drafting for the future.

"I like the look of it on paper," Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox said of the team's 2008 draft class. According to a projected depth chart in the Charlotte Observer, the Panthers drafted three starters this weekend.

Mark Bradley of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution believes in Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff. Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan will wear #2.

Seattle Seahawks president Tim Ruskell targeted certain players yesterday, and was doing whatever it took to get them. Art Thiel of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer thinks that expecting rookie tight John Carlson and fullback Owen Schmitt to be difference-makers this year is a reach.

Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt isn't apologizing for not selecting "home-run" threats at wide receiver or running back this weekend. Whisenhunt says the team was looking for "football players" this weekend.

John Crumpacker of the San Francisco Chronicle characterizes the San Francisco 49ers 2008 draft as being "unsexy". 49ers rookie center Cody Wallace has had a rough road to the NFL.

St. Louis Rams rookie defensive end Chris Long met the media yesterday. Rams executive vice presidenr William Devaney showed this weekend that he has an unconventional style.

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick feels that the Patriots have improved their overall team speed this weekend. Patriots rookie quarterback Kevin O'Connell sees being drafted by New England as an opportunity to learn from the best.

Buffalo Bills rookie cornerback Leodis McKelvin isn't short on confidence.

The New York Jets disagreed with the negative scouting reports on quarterback Erik Ainge. Jets head coach Eric Mangini feels he has the players now that'll make his 3-4 defense work.

Bill Parcells and Jeff Ireland spent the weekend building the Miami Dolphins offensive and defensive lines. Ireland admitted that the team had discussions with Jacksonville about trading Jason Taylor.

Bruce Davis played defensive end at UCLA, but the Pittsburgh Steelers plan on using him at outside linebacker. The Steelers weren't concerned with wide receiver Limas Sweed's wrist.

Cleveland Browns rookie tight end Martin Rucker is used to being in a Winslow's shadow. The Browns traded away their 2009 3rd and 5th round picks.

Rookie linebacker Keith Rivers is a player whom the Cincinnati Bengals feel they can build their defense around. Three of the Bengals 10 draft picks play wide receiver.

Baltimore Ravens rookie quarterback Joe Flacco wants to prove he's ready to start right away. To fill their need at cornerback, the Ravens sent a 4th round pick for Fabian Washington.

Three of the Indianapolis Colts' nine drafts picks played center in college. Colts president Bill Polian compares running back Mike Hart to James Mungro.

Neither Derrick Harvey nor Quentin Groves expected to land on the Jacksonville Jaguars, let alone the same team. The Times-Union gives the Jags a "B" draft grade.

Tennessee Titans head coach Jeff Fisher and general manager Mike Reinfeldt stand by their picks. Third round tight end Craig Stevens is expected to contribute immediately as a blocker. With the pick acquired for Pacman Jones, the Titans selected Cal wide receiver Lavelle Hawkins. In the fourth round, Tennessee took a pianist who is facing charges stemming from a bar fight.

The Houston Texans see rookie running back Steve Slaton as a third-down back. The Texans turned the 18th pick into Duane Brown, Slaton and safety Dominique Barber.

San Diego Chargers cornerback Antoine Cason says he's a "leader". The Chargers didn't address their biggest need in the draft.

Mike Kils of the Denver Post writes that the Denver Broncos draft lacked glitz, but it didn't lack purpose. None of the nine draftees in Denver are known to have a checkered past.

Defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey, offensive tackle Branden Albert and cornerback Brandon Flowers are likely to start immediately for the Chiefs. Kansas City didn't need a running back, but Jamaal Charles was too good to pass up. Fifth round wide receiver Will Franklin will have a chance to earn immediate playing time.

Oakland Raiders first-round pick Darren McFadden has no plans to hold out. "The more time you miss, the less chance you have of playing", McFadden said. Raiders fourth-round pick Tyvon Branch enjoys playing special teams.