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ESPN's Injury Specialist Stephania Bell says Kouandijo is worth the risk and added on twitter that this type of wear would be "common" amongst NFL linemen. http://espn.go.com/v...=espnapi_public Stephania Bell ‏@Stephania_ESPN 14h OT Cyrus Kouandjio may have been the most discussed player with regards to injury concern pre-draft. Some wear in outer aspect left knee. He did not miss game or practice since surgery (so last two years); no pain/swelling; some concern over long-term knee health. His situation serves as a reminder that selections are all about perceived value by team: Does talent outweigh medical risk? Yes, if you sampled NFL linemen would be common “@DrRaySolano: @Stephania_ESPN Is it true that kind of wear is common given the position?”

I don't necessarily want any of them, but Carey belongs on a BPA list heading into the 4th round. I'm pretty sure that's the intended nature of this thread.

Ka'Deem Carey, RB

http://youtu.be/lSPNQ82Sq4E

It certainly sounds crazy, but it's coming from Mary Kay Cabot. After hearing about how great the Browns did yesterday, I admit to succumbing to a little schadenfreude: Mary Kay Cabot ‏@MaryKayCabot 13m per @mortreport, coaches found out Gordon facing suspension 90 mins ago. Source tells me some folks in #Browns org have known for 2 weeks.

Reports vary from a (possible) reduced suspension of 4-6 games to actually getting kicked out of the league for a full year... at which point he can apply for reentry. Apparently, the Browns knew for 2 weeks but did not inform the coaching staff until 90 minutes ago.

1) Sammy's been in Buffalo since early this morning, 2) I don't think there's any "contractual stuff" with jersey numbers and they can be changed anytime, 3) the Bills may be less inclined to hand out #83 now that Reed has been elected to the Hall of Fame.

Joe Buscaglia implied this morning that it's at least a possibility and maybe even a sleeper. I think it depends on the caliber of OL available. If Carlos Hyde is there at 41 I think he's the guy.

That was a powerful piece by King. Whaley's mentor--- Bill Nunn, a 46 year African American scout who found John Stallworth, LC Greenwood and Donnie Shell among others--- died two days ago. The sense of urgency in Whaley's comments was palpable and it's hard not to respect his guts and conviction.

Evan Silva ‏@evansilva 2 mins Ed Werder on #Texans: "Some ppl who know Bill OBrien well think he wants to take Manziel but can't justify it" with elite D talent on board.

What, Me Worry?

Depending on the cost, my preferences in order: Watkins, Clowney, Mack, Ebron (at 9), Evans, Matthews (at 9) & Beckham (at 9).

"The Houston Chronicle now says the Texans are asking for a first, second, and third-rounder this year plus a first-rounder in 2015 in exchange for Thursday's No. 1 overall pick." http://www.rotoworld.com/headlines/nfl/287134/Report-HOU-lowers-asking-price-for-top-pick?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

One of Rodak's really annoying habits is posting an article that makes it sound like he is "on the scene" or reporting it first. In actuality, he's just doing a copy/paste from another source such as the AP. He often (perhaps even usually) does not make proper attributions and this is a major no-no. His job is to produce clickbait for ESPN, so I guess he's successful on some level, but he's a hack.

For the record, the Buffalo News had this to say http://bills.buffalo...state-alabama/: "An employee at the jail late this evening would not confirm that (drug charges) to The Buffalo News, saying only that there was no inmate by that name currently in custody."

Jeff Russo ‏@JeffRussoWKBW 57s Cleburne Co.Jail in Alabama has confirmed that #Bills M. Dareus was arrested last night for poss. of a controlled substance and drug para Jeff Russo ‏@JeffRussoWKBW 23s I'm told #Bills Dareus was arrested on interstate 20 in Alabama at around 11pm last night. Was in jail for around 30 minutes.

http://nfldraftdiamo...on-two-charges/ "I spoke with the police station tonight and the two charges are drug paraphernalia and controlled substance." Travis Leder ‏@travisleder 2m A source tells me Marcell Dareus was in possession of synthetic cannabis, or "spice". @wvuatv #bills @buffalobills @nfl

I just realized WVUA tweeted the arrest at SportsCenter's twitter account--- that's kind of douchey.

Travis Leder ‏@travisleder 2m MORE: According to Cleburne Co. Sheriff's Office, Dareus taken in by State Trooper last night. Was released within the hour. @nfl @wvuatv

Jason La Canfora ‏@JasonLaCanfora 5m Continue to hear Lions and Bills exploring options to move up to get a top 3 OL if it makes sense. Otherwise, 1 of the two could take Ebron Adam Caplan ‏@caplannfl 1m Note on #Bills WRs: Coaches love Robert Woods. Think he has a chance to take another big step in his career. Adam Caplan ‏@caplannfl 3m It's consistency on other side that they want.

Retweeted by Joe Buscaglia WVUA-TV ‏@wvuatv 6m @travisleder: BREAKING: Cleburne County, AL Sheriff confirms former UA and current Buffalo #Bills DL Marcell Dareus arrested. @sportscenter

Jason La Canfora ‏@JasonLaCanfora 5m Continue to hear Lions and Bills exploring options to move up to get a top 3 OL if it makes sense. Otherwise, 1 of the two could take Ebron

I agree with this sentiment. For the moment, Whaley and the "new regime" maintain a modicum of credibility. I trust they will move up only for the right player--- Watkins can play right away and have an impact, and I think that's what they'd like to accomplish. If the price is too steep or Watkins isn't gettable, then I trust they will stay at 9 or move back as they did last year. Unless they grossly overpay or seriously botch their pick, they're almost in a win-win position. Again... "for the moment". That can all change quicker than Aaron Maybin's first step.

Yeesh, you're brutal. Maybe don't try so hard to take a negative stance on every single topic.

Ian Rapoport ‏@RapSheet 6 mins From talking with Sammy Watkins today: The #Lions have made it clear to him they are very serious about potentially trading up for him.