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CBS Sports - 2013 NFL Draft: Mississippi State preview
Considering that only nine Mississippi State Bulldogs have been drafted over the past five years it might appear that the program is one of the SEC’s worst producers of NFL talent.

Nola.com - Suddenly the lone veteran at cornerback, LSU’s Tharold Simon is poised to shine
It might not have reached in-the-dictionary status just yet, but ask just about any defensive coach for a description of how a cornerback operates on the field and a unique phrase is bound to pop up.

Cardiac Hill - Ray Graham to play in season opener?
This week, ESPN's Brett McMurphy commented about Ray Graham being likely to miss the Panthers' season opener against Youngstown State. On Monday, Graham himself also commented on the situation, so here it is straight from the horse's mouth.

MiamiDolphinsDraft - 2013 NFL Draft: Top SEC junior prospects
The SEC is, without question, the cream of the crop when it comes to both the BCS and the NFL Draft. And this season, thanks to the unbelievably talented LSU defense, the new additions of Texas A&M and Missouri, and some of the country’s best running backs and pass rushers, the SEC likely will be very much in the early part of the NFL Draft’s first round, as usual.

USA Today - Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III offer rookie QB 1-2 punch
There was little doubt about who the first two picks in April's NFL draft would be, especially after the Washington Redskins traded to move up behind the Indianapolis Colts, who chose first.

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