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Even though it misjudged the status of DE prospect Donovan Warren, the draft advisory board usually does an estimable job of analyzing underclassmen prospects, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Ramon Harewood is raw, but the Ravens' sixth-round pick has the size, skills and smarts to excel at the NFL level, writes Len Pasquarelli.

One thing's become clear during the 2010 draft: 4-3 linebackers are not in vogue, writes Len Pasquarelli.

The wait is over for Tim Tebow, who realized his dream when the Broncos selected him with the 25th pick, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Riley Cooper is in line to be the next University of Florida wideout placed under the NFL's bright spotlight. Expect him to be able to withstand the heat, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Compensatory draft picks haven't dramatically altered the course of NFL history, but they've become increasingly significant, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Because of the hit-or-miss track record, drafting a defensive tackle high in the draft is a risky proposition, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Whether they're looking for bulk or versatility at defensive end, teams will have plenty to choose from in this year's draft, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Former Georgia linebacker Rennie Curran is eager to prove his lack of height is not a big issue, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Thanks largely to the proliferation of 3-4 defenses, undersized defensive linemen who can rush the passer are growing in demand, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Not invited to the combine? Don't fret. Plenty of players have gone on to have solid NFL careers after being overlooked for the annual scouting event, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Nebraska defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, expected by many to be the first overall player selected in this year's NFL draft, will participate in all of the workouts at the NFL combine in Indianapolis, which begins next week.

Houston's Brian Cushing is a leading contender for defensive rookie of the year honors. He's not the only former USC linebacker making a strong impression in Year 1, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Junior wide receiver Mike Williams, who left the Syracuse program three weeks ago, has informed school officials that he will not return next season, and will enter the NFL draft in April 2010 as an underclassman, sources told ESPN.com.

The Patriots have reached a four-year agreement with second-round draft pick Darius Butler of Connecticut.

Among the things that made Steve McNair unique: He's among a handful of QBs from historically black colleges and universities selected in the NFL draft's first round. He might be the last, writes Len Pasquarelli.