Weis will talk to Clausen, Tate

The much-anticipated talk between coach Charlie Weis and athletic director Jack Swarbrick won't be the only conversation next week that will have a big impact on Notre Dame's future.

Illinois' Benn still looks for breakout game

...whether he'll return to Illinois for his senior season, he still projects well for the NFL draft despite the struggles this fall. ESPN's Mel Kiper ranks Benn as the nation's No...

Mel Kiper's latest 2010 Big Board

ESPN NFL draft Insider Mel Kiper ranks the top 25 pro prospects on November 25, 2009. Nebraska's Ndamukong Suh remains No. 1.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Mel Kiper's top five juniors by position

ESPN NFL draft Insider Mel Kiper ranks the top five junior prospects at every position for Nov. 25, 2009.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

Mel Kiper's top five seniors by position

ESPN NFL draft insider Mel Kiper ranks the top five senior prospects at every position on Nov. 25, 2009. Biggest news here: Dexter McCluster of Ole Miss moves to No. 5 among senior WRs for the draft guru.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

Behind the Big Board: DT central

Mel Kiper looks at his final Big Board before Thanksgiving 2009 and is struck by one major element: quality DTs (think Ndamukong Suh, Carlos Dunalp, Gerald McCoy) are everywhere on it.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Mallett loaded with physical tools, potential

...Razorbacks coach Bobby Petrino could translate to the NFL, I would have a hard time pulling the...traded. Still, there is no clear No. 1 draft-eligible quarterback out there. Sam Bradford, Tim Tebow...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Stafford, Johnson sit out practice

The Detroit Lions practiced Tuesday without quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Calvin Johnson.

Suh locking down early-first round status

As a scout, there are times when you just enjoy turning on the film and watching a player. Nebraska defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh is certainly one of...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Then & Now: McCoy steps into starring role

Football Then & Now: McCoy, Stafford, Williams

McClain is all over the field, generally -- but not always in the right ways.

Draft Lab: Evaluating Rolando McClain

KC Joyner turns his scouting eye (and tape deck) to Crimson Tide LB Rolando McClain. He finds what many have found: off-the-charts physical gifts. However, there are two key concerns that could hinder McClain at the next level.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Who is Dennis Dixon?

...Dixon: Age: 24 College: Oregon Draft status: Fifth round (No. 156 overall) to Pittsburgh in 2008 Notes: Dixon has thrown one career pass for three yards in his NFL career. It was to receiver...

49ers draft watch: Pick from Carolina

NFL Draft 2010 The 49ers hold the Panthers' 2010 first-round draft choice. Carolina dropped to 4-6...

Seahawks draft watch: Pick from Denver

NFL Draft 2010 The Seahawks hold the Broncos' 2010 first-round draft choice, a pick that has gained...