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NFL.com - What if the nFL employed an NBA-style draft lottery?
The future of 14 NBA franchises rode on the random bounces of ping-pong balls Wednesday night in the league’s annual draft lottery. The New Orleans Hornets’ lucky numbers came up, so they now possess the first overall pick in the NBA draft on June 28 and will likely use it to secure the services of Kentucky’s shot-blocking National Player of the Year, Anthony Davis.

Big Cat Country - Justin Blackmon, lost and found
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie wide receiver Justin Blackmon has been up and down in practice through rookie mini-camp and OTAs so far. Naturally, Blackmon is going to have a steep learning curve as he transitions from college to the NFL.

Lexington Herald - Minnifield 'playing mad' after NFL Draft snub
For Chase Minnifield and family, the 2012 NFL Draft was supposed to feel like Christmas. It wound up being about as festive for the former Henry Clay High School star as National Income Tax Preparer's Day.

The O Zone - Big Hank (Jonathan Hankins) getting ready
Quarterback may be the most important, most talked about position in football, on any level, but if there’s one thing the NFL has shortage of, it’s big, mobile defensive tackles.

Louisville Rivals - Louisville’s line should be just fine
Football is the ultimate team game. With 11 players on offense, 11 on defense, a punter, kicker and holder it takes at least 25 efficient, highly-trained and conditioned athletes on the field to win games.

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