SB Nation’s NFL blogs reaction to day two of the 2011 NFL draft.
NFL Draft Grades: Bengals Pick A Blogger, Get High Marks
Yes, Dontay Moch. Why, you ask?
Because he’s a blogger just like us. Moch has been blogging at SB Nation Arizona for a while now and it’s fascinating to go back and see his thoughts on the draft process. Check out Moch’s blog posts here.
Read Article >NFL Draft Grades: Lions Looking Good Through Two Days
On day one, they took DT Nick Fairley which was widely regarded as one of the best picks of the first round. On day two, they added two players I like -- WR Titus Young and RB Mikel Leshoure.
SB Nations’ Pride of Detroit notes the Lions have been looking for a speedy receiver for some time.
Read Article >NFL Draft 2011: Ryan Mallett Deserves Time Before Passing Judgment
So it’s a surprising pick, no doubt about that. SB Nation’s Pats Pulpit says you need a little time before judging Mallett, who was characterized before the draft as “arrogant” and rumored to have tested positive for drugs.
I am surprised by the pick but, the more I think about it, the more I think this is such a Patriot-type pick. He’s been undervalued because of off the field problems but still loves football. He has great potential because of his physical skills yet many don’t want to give him a chance.
Read Article >NFL Draft 2011: Daniel Thomas Will Be A Fantasy Football Favorite
Prediction: Daniel Thomas will be the most drafted fantasy football rookie next year.
The Kansas State RB was picked by the Miami Dolphins with the 62nd overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft. He’s a big back with lots of production at Kansas State that will be ready to step in and play quickly.
Read Article >NFL Draft 2011: Da’Quan Bowers Could Make Bucs Defensive Line Great
It’s the Bowers pick that has people talking. Several months ago he was in the discussion to be the No. 1 overall pick in the draft. Some questions about his knee arose and he since dropped down the board -- actually, dropped 50 spots down the board to the Bucs’ 51st pick.
SB Nation’s Bucs Nation uses the word devastating talking about the Bowers’ addition.
Read Article >NFL Draft 2011: Reactions To Day Two Draft Picks
Whew. It’s almost over. The NFL draft is a whirlwind and 2011 is no different. Day one of the NFL draft is the one most fans care about because it includes the first round pick. But day two is where you make your mark -- second and third round picks. You need to hit on those guys to be successful.
We’ll be updating this StoryStream with reactions to day two of the draft from SB Nation’s NFL blogs.
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