Position: Safety
Height: 6-2
Weight: 211
Adams has a great work ethic and is never satisfied, which could make him an immediate defensive standout on the Seahawks’ roster. Adams has the size for the position and the frame to get even bigger. He’ll have problems covering the fastest receivers on deep route, but that makes him the same as most of the league’s safeties. ";
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Position: Receiver
Height: 5-10
Weight: 194
Not many teams were impressed with a short receiver who lacks speed. However, Bess makes up for in quickness and strength; he’s also a fine route runner. GM Bill Parcells looks for that heart and toughness. Bess will have to work on keeping his eye on the ball, but he could play an important role for the Dolphins in keeping drives alive with third-down catches.";
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Position: Running back
Height: 5-9
Weight: 205
The Rams don’t need a No. 1 back as long as Stephen Jackson is healthy. However, Bernard can be the capable backup. Bernard is not very fast but he is a workhorse who lives for contact.
He can bounce out of tackles and has the ability to squeeze through the smallest holes. He also knows how to wait for a play to develop. He has the kind of instincts that should make him a productive player right away.";
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Position: Linebacker/defensive end
Height: 6-2
Weight: 248
Gatewood’s tweener status dropped on most evaluation boards, but he’s a fine athlete who can run and chase down ballcarriers from behind. Gatewood can cover running backs, tight ends and wideouts in space and is also a solid tackler. That should earn him an opportunity to get on the field in passing situations. If he can get stronger, he could eventually become a starter. ";
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Position: Receiver
Height: 6-2
Weight: 193
Scouts questioned Hall’s toughness, desire and intelligence while downgrading him for his speed. However, Hall has a gift for getting open and is especially good at getting off the line of scrimmage and beating the jam. Hall needs a lot of repetitions to learn route specifics, but he’s more than smart enough to beat defensive backs.
Hall will not have to worry about seeing double-coverage in New York with the likes of Plaxico Burress, Amani Toomer and Steve Smith. If he can stay calm and not get overwhelmed with an opportunity to play for the defending Super Bowl champs, he will be a valuable contributor.";
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Position: Linebacker
Height: 6-3
Weight: 244
Henderson was a top 10 outside linebacking prospect after a solid career at Maryland. A solid tackler with decent range and the ability to fight off the blockers, Henderson projects as a tough and punishing hitter who can do a fine job against the run. However, he is not an every-down player because of his deficiencies against the pass.
His brother E.J. will play next to him in the Vikings’ lineup. Minnesota player personnel chief Rick Spielman never would have brought Erin Henderson aboard unless he knew the Vikings were likely to give him serious playing time.";
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Position: Outside linebacker
Height: 6-0
Weight: 232
Highsmith was caught in the classic draft trap. He was a productive player for national champion LSU who oozed leadership and charisma. But his small size and poor 40-time at the combine dropped him from the draft. That will not be an issue once he puts on a Cardinals uniform.
Arizona needs accountable defensive players. He is a tough guy who lives for the scrap and he should give the Cardinals far more defensive passion. ";
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Position: Linebacker
Height: 6-2
Weight: 245
Leman’s 40-time cost him a chance to get drafted, but that’s his only negative. Leman is one of the rare players who savors every minute of practice and game-action. A film-room workaholic, Leman is an outstanding tackler and can also cover faster running backs and receivers.
He has a chance to be very productive with the Vikings since they have a dominant defensive line (Pat Williams, Kevin Williams and Jared Allen) and can use his workmanlike skills.";
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Position: Guard
Height: 6-5
Weight: 303
Radovich is a nasty, in-your-face blocker. Some teams were scared by Radovich’s troublesome hip, which cause him to sit out almost all of the 2005 season and robbed him of some quickness. However, put him in a game and he can punish and destroy defensive linemen.
Since the Vikings have a brilliant running back in Adrian Peterson, bringing in a hungry blocker like Radovich should turn out to be a very sharp move. He will should be a starter by 2009.";
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Position: Linebacker
Height: 6-1
Weight: 227
Woodyard runs well and was productive at Kentucky, but is coming off a shoulder injury that prevented him from lifting at the combine and he’s also somewhat skinny. But Denver coach Mike Shanahan thinks Woodyard has excellent chance of getting right into the Broncos linebacker rotation.
He is very quick and flies to the football and that’s what Shanahan demands of his linebackers. Woodyard could have trouble against power running backs but his speed makes him an asset.";
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