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The 2011 NFL Draft is exactly a month away. The news is slow today, but look for it to pick up in a big way this week.

Sports Illustrated - Morning Morning QB
Peter King dedicates his weekly column to the NFL Draft. Everyone will get hung up on his quarterback talk. Dig deeper. King, who is very reliable, says some teams are chilling on Alabama defensive tackle Marcell Dareus. He also notes that there is no clear No. 1 receiver. Most of us make our decision based on our opinion. King, in general, makes his by talking to personnel men.

ESPN.com - The biggest non-QB draft busts since 1978
Mel Kiper chronicles the 40 biggest busts since he's been putting out draft guides. From Vernon Gholston in 2008 to Ken MacAfee in 1978, a look at the biggest flops. Who is Mel missing? (This is Insider content)

Breaking down Cam Newton's added value
Matt Bowen breaks down a Newton running play and a Michael Vick running play, comparing the two.

Cincinnati Enquirer - Mock draft 2.0
Bengals beat writer Joe Reedy gives Cincinnati Georgia wide receiver A.J. Green.

Big Cat Country - Jaguars targeting a ‘big’ wide receiver in round 2 of NFL Draft?

Mocking the Draft
SB Nation NFL mock draft: Eagles stick with what works; invest in the trenchesSB Nation NFL mock draft: Eagles stick with what works; invest in the trenches
Mocking the Draft

This player should be a plug-and-play replacement for Mekhi Becton right off the bat.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
SB Nation NFL mock draft: Chiefs get an absolute steal of a WR at No. 31SB Nation NFL mock draft: Chiefs get an absolute steal of a WR at No. 31
Mocking the Draft

This guy’s got talent, plus playing with Patrick Mahomes automatically elevates his potential.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
SB Nation NFL mock draft: Bills fill biggest need with a top CB at No. 30SB Nation NFL mock draft: Bills fill biggest need with a top CB at No. 30
Mocking the Draft

He’s a bit of a liability in the run game, but his potential in the pass game was enough for Buffalo Rumblings.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
SB Nation NFL mock draft: Commanders give Jayden Daniels a fluid playmaker at WR with No. 29 pickSB Nation NFL mock draft: Commanders give Jayden Daniels a fluid playmaker at WR with No. 29 pick
Mocking the Draft

This pick could help the Commanders build on last year’s excellent season.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
SB Nation NFL mock draft: Lions bring in a pass-rushing partner in crime for Aidan HutchinsonSB Nation NFL mock draft: Lions bring in a pass-rushing partner in crime for Aidan Hutchinson
Mocking the Draft

It’s a high-potential pick for a Detroit defense that needs a solid pass rusher.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
SB Nation NFL mock draft: Rams keep building defensive identity at No. 26SB Nation NFL mock draft: Rams keep building defensive identity at No. 26
Mocking the Draft

This rookie would be a great complement to Jared Verse and Byron Young.

By Michael Peterson