While not as athletic as the quarterbacks Chip Kelly featured at Oregon, Matt Barkley's intelligence, quick set-up and delivery and accuracy (especially on the move) make him an intriguing fit in high-tempo attack that already boasts plenty of playmakers. ...more

While QB Eli Manning may get most of the credit, the Giants' talented defensive line has played a critical role in winning two of the last six Super Bowls. Developing the former Aggies' star could put the Giants in the familiar position of competing for another title soon. ...more

The Minnesota Vikings were the big winners of the first round but the 49ers, Rams, Steelers and Bengals also made moves that could pay off immediately. Which teams, on the other hand, made head-scratching picks in the top 32? Rob Rang grades each selection of the first round. ...more

Representatives from half of the NFL were on hand to see OL Luke Marquardt work out Thursday. At nearly 6-9, 315-pounds, Marquardt is an imposing physical specimen who was invited to the combine but was unable to work out there due to a broken foot. Eight NFL teams have requested meetings with Marquardt, who's expected to be the first Cougar drafted since Christian Okoye in 1987. ...more

Now that the Cardinals have Carson Palmer under center, the team will look to protect their new investment come the 2013 NFL Draft. In his Cardinals draft spotlight, Jeff Reynolds has Arizona targeting Eric Fisher, and Larry Warford to bolster the line, while looking down the road at Mike Glennon as the team's quarterback of the future. ...more

Five prospects the Chiefs should consider ...more

Alex Smith is likely to join blue-chip left tackle on rebuilt offense. ...more

The offensive linemen kicked off the athletic drills conducted at the combine Thursday, showing off their strength in the bench press. While star tackles Luke Joeckel, Eric Fisher and Lane Johnson certainly held their own, several relatively small-school prospects stole some of the spotlight. ...more

Luke Joeckel was overshadowed while protecting Johnny Football's blindside, but he's the star attraction among the loaded o-line class at the NFL Combine. ...more