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Boston Globe - Kuechly is hard at work in next phase
His routine is different now. Instead of class time at Boston College, there are scheduled workouts and drills each day at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla.

CBS Sports - Shrine practice: After stint in Canada, Hicks’ stock now heading north
Offensive and defensive linemen began to stand out Wednesday at the East-West Shrine Game practice, where one of the biggest stories was from the far north -- Canada.

Sporting News - Dre Kirkpatrick marijuana arrest raises questions about 2012 NFL Draft status
In the wake of this week's arrest of Alabama cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick for marijuana possession, questions budded pertaining to Kirkpatrick's status in the 2012 NFL Draft. Similar charges have raised character concerns about draft-eligible players in the past that altered perceptions about them as teams evaluated their options.

Field Gulls - On the NFL Draft and rebuilding a roster: Pete Carroll and John Schneider, a year later part II
As I mentioned in part one, John Schneider and Pete Carroll had some interesting insight into their methodology and philosophy in regards to drafting and the Draft. These philosophies highlight their perspective on building a roster and running a pro football team in general. From an outsider’s perspective, I find these quotes to be little windows into the organization that otherwise is rather secretive, as you’d hope.

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