Houston Chronicle - Texans’ defense will get priority in April’s draft
In switching from the 4-3 to the 3-4, the Texans will likely use a lot of picks on the defensive side of the football. Houston finished last in the league in pass defense in 2010, so many expect the Texans to take someone in the secondary. Whoever the Texans take, general manager Rick Smith said coaches will have some input on the draft process.
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Bellingham Herald - Newton confident he can play, lead at NFL level
“I’m pushing myself to be great, and I demand greatness for myself,” Newton said.
NFL.com - Harbaugh, Baalke work hand-in-hand to address 49ers’ needs
With 10 picks in the draft, the 49ers are in a position to transform their roster. As writer Steve Wyche says, head coach Jim Harbaugh may be more familiar with the players in the this year’s draft better than anyone in the NFL.
Chicago Tribune - Hamsring healed, Rudolph pumped for NFL Draft
Seventeen weeks after hamstring surgery, Notre Dame tight end Kyle Rudolph is finally back to running full strength. Expect him to dazzle at Notre Dame's April 7 pro day.











