A Night Of Interesting...

That's right.

I'm referring to the NFL draft picks (not pictured).

To be honest, I watched the draft out of the corner of my eye because I was doing my day(night) job.

But, honestly, how much attention do you need to pay to watching a pick every 10 minutes or so??
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First question, what's up with all the man-hugs?

What about Roger Goodell says "Hug me?"

I enjoyed the players' ethusiasm, but, what happened to the era of the firm hand-shake?

These guys ran up like contestants on "The Price is Right."

It's the commish, not Bob Barker.

Whatever happened to Barry Sanders' act like you've been there before?
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I'm happy for Tim Tebow.

But it's really not about Tim Tebow.

It's about LOGIC and BEING RIGHT.

I was on the radio about a month and half ago, and I said on the air, Tim Tebow will be a first-round pick.

The host who was on after me (whose name rhymes with Dadum Dooperstein) mocked me. First, he asked me, off-air and to my face, why I think Tebow was first round worthy. He said, he was hearing that Tebow would go in the 4th round or so (he claims he said 3rd round, I think he said 5th, let's just split the difference).

Dadum asked me why did I think Tebow would go in the first round. I said, because I have eyes. If you've watched Tebow play the last four years, you'd realize, he's a good football player.

He's excelled at every level and dominated the college game. Why wouldn't a pro team give a player with his unique skill-set a shot??

Then, this host went on the air during HIS show and essentially called me an idiot. I guess having an original thought (which turned out to be right) is far less interesting than parroting what you read in a draft guide.

So, on ONE level, I was really happy because I was called out and MOCKED. And yet, it turns out I was right. There's no better feeling in the world.

Additionally, a friend of mine with whom I NEVER agree on matters pertaining to sports, agreed with me on this one.

So we were right, and the mocker was wrong.

Will Tebow be successful in the pros? I don't know. I think he's the same as about every other draft pick, flip a coin.
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I now hate AL Davis.

Skeletor picked up Rolando McClain.

That's who I wanted for my New York Giants.

Instead, New York goes with the D-Lineman from South Florida who COULD be an effective pass rusher.

I just hope that doesn't spell the end of the Osi-era.

72 is one of my favorite players on the team.

My dad tells me, Osi (i'm not going to bother spelling his last name or my friend Ari will ride me like SeaBiscuit) was made by Michael Strahan.

Perhaps.

But I would've liked the Giants to address the linebacker position.

FREAKING Al Davis.
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I think the Dolphins would've taken CJ Spiller if he were around. I really do. Instead, they said, let's get a 2nd round pick, let's move down. We like this big bad defensive tackle from Penn State. We can plug him in.

I don't think Dolphins made this pick because they were trying to replace Jason Taylor.

I think the Dolphins were indifferent to Jason Taylor because they knew they could make this pick.

Will he be any good?

I don't know.

He's big.

Parcells likes him.

Getting him at 28 instead of 12 probably saves the team a few bucks.
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As a Giants fan, I hate to see Dez Bryant end up in Dallas. That was a fantastic pick and a really good fit.

I think Jerry Jones got his guy.

The Cowboys organization says, they can take care of him.

Name me a big-time wide receiver who isn't a diva?

Everyone would've said Marvin Harrison, you sure about that?

Dez was a steal.

Austin, Whitten, Dez.

Now if their quarterback didn't suck, they'd have a shot to be a really good offense. (a pet theory of mine, the Cowboys will NEVER win with Romo).
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How about this?

I think the Lions did well!

They got Suh *And* the running back Best (his name) out of Cal.

Those are two quality players who I've seen.
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Coverage-wise, I must differ to my brother on this one.

The draft is one of the ONLY events where, it's pretty much just as good to read the paper the next day.

I'll admit, when the Giants and Dolphins are "on the clock" my heart races a bit. But that's because I'm a nerd.

The actual talking that takes place, either on NFL Network or ESPN, is MOSTLY garbage.

I just want to hear WHO the pick is, and then see a few clips of him.

Give me context and information, not bloviating.
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My favorite draft moment was actually on the radio. An hour before the first pick was made, I tuned to 940 am and had the privledge of hearing Jim "Mad Dog" Mandich back on the air.

I'll say it again, best radio personality in this market, and it's not even close.

What a treat to hear Jim and Jimmy Cefalo back together.

I can't wait to hear the Dog calling Fins games during the season.

It'll be music to my ear, but good, unlike Justin Bieber.