The 2012 NFL Draft is fast approaching and the 30 pro teams need to begin solidifying their plans for the first round. Alabama Crimson tide running back Trent Richardson is a name that is getting a lot of renewed interest following his strong Pro Day performance on Thursday. One of the teams that appears most interested in Richardson as a potential first-round pick is the Cleveland Browns.
2012 NFL Draft: Browns Leaning Toward Trent Richardson?
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According to Tony Grossi of ESPN Cleveland, Browns general manager Tom Heckert and coach Pat Shurmur had the option of splitting up and attending the Pro Days of both Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Ryan Tannehill and Richardson, but instead opted to both attend Alabama's Pro Day to watch the Richardson workout.
Asked directly if Richardson is under consideration for the No. 4 pick, Shurmur said this week at NFL meetings, “I’m not going to talk about my five guys (in the running). He is an outstanding player ... he’s been very productive on a team that’s won a lot of games.”
In just a few weeks, we will find out just how much Richardson was able to impress the Browns representatives with his workout.
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