The Panthers nabbed Cam Newton at No. 1, and 31 more players came off the board. SI analyzes every first round pick and the four trades that took place on the draft's opening night. Thursday's first-round selections: Auburn quarterback Cam Newton was drafted first over all by the Carolina Panthers amid the league's labor strife. On the night before the Royal Wedding, the Giants found their Prince. It seemed like a fairy tale as it was all unfolding, but the Giants ended up with one of the top defensive backs in the NFL draft when Nebraska cornerback Prince Amukamara surprisingly fell into their laps. He was almost universally pegged as a Top 10 selection, but fell all the way to 19. Despite a number of holes on defense, the Eagles addressed the offensive line and Michael Vick's protection when they selected 26-year-old Danny Watkins of Baylor in the first round of the NFL draft. The 2011 NFL Draft took place in Radio City Music Hall in New York City from April 28-30, 2011. NEW YORK (Reuters) - It was hardly surprising after the turbulent year that he has endured that Cam Newton would be greeted by both cheers and jeers when he was named on Thursday as the NFL's first pick in the annual draft. Now Baltimore goes NFL.com says- Corners with Smith's size, speed and confidence in press coverage don't grow on trees. He'll likely serve as reserve/nickel early in his career but has the skill set to eventually become a starter. Very effective playing man coverage close to the line of scrimmage where he can use his size [...] NFL.com says- Wilkerson is an elite 3-4 defensive end prospect with idea size, excellent shedding ability and the athleticism to pursue from the backside and rush the passer. Jolts offensive lineman at the point of attack, can beat the double team, finds the football and makes plays against the run. Does not have rare first-step [...] NFL.com says- Sherrod currently looks more like a backup but could be a future starting tackle if he can add quite a bit of bulk and strength. A nice blend of length and good feet, he can slide laterally with pass rushers and push them by the launch point but struggles to anchor against the [...] NFL.com says- Heyward is big, versatile defensive end who can play in a 4-3 or a 3-4 at the next level. He is a powerful athlete at the point of attack who can eat up blocks in the running game and uses heavy active hands to shed quickly. He possesses a less-than-ideal burst but is [...] Baltimore passes and the Chiefs pick NFL.com says- Baldwin is giant wide receiver with the potential to develop into a starter at the next level. He is a speed builder who can get behind defensive backs, and he quickly finds the ball in the air. He is a weapon over the middle, as he has [...] The Patriots trade down. NFL.com says- Ingram projects as an every-down back who can make an impact on the ground and in the passing game. One of the most polished running back prospects in recent memory. Has rare natural running sense in terms of vision and patience. Great short area speed and burst to hit [...] NFL.com says Carimi was the 2010 Outland Trophy winner as the best interior lineman in college football, and it appears likely that he will have continued success at the next level. Carimi is simply a "bad man" who looks to punish defensive ends on every play. His non-stop motor, coupled with his ideal size, make [...] NEW YORK - Cam Newton's personal winning streak continued at the NFL draft Thursday night, but it was a difficult evening for NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. They had to wait a while to get him, but the Packers grabbed Mississippi State OT Derek Sherrod with the 32nd pick in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft. NFL.com says- Carpenter has a chance to end up as a starter and certainly has the ability to provide valuable depth as a backup. Looks the part of an NFL left tackle with his great size and frame. At this stage, Carpenter grades out as a good pass blocker but just adequate in the running [...]
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Analyzing the NFL draft's first round draft 2011 Draft winners and losers N.F.L. Round 1 Royal Wedding! Giants select a Prince Eagles pick offensive lineman Watkins of Baylor Top Newton still aims high after overcoming bumpy road #27 Baltimore Ravens DB Jimmy Smith #30 New York Jets DT Muhammad Wilkerson #32 Green Bay Packers OT Derek Sherrod #31 Pittsburgh Steelers DE Cameron Heyward #26 Kansas City WR Jon Baldwin #28 Orleans Saints RB Mark Ingram #29 Chicago Bears Gabe Carimi Cam is in Take With Final 1st Pick #25 Seattle Seahawks G James Carpenter
