If you’ve been following Andy Reid drafts over the years, you know he loves gimmicky players. Small, shifty guys who can operate in space and cause matchup nightmares. Initially, Brian Westbrook was drafted to be a change of pace back, not the superstar workhorse he ended up becoming.
Ryan Moats and Lorenzo Booker were failed experiments, but that doesn’t mean Reid will suddenly shy away from plucking another toy from the ranks. One of the more dynamic and enticing players available this year is Mississippi running back/wide receiver Dexter McCluster.

Eric Berry: Free safety, Junior – Tennessee
Height\Weight: 5′11″, 215 lbs
Career stats: 39 games played, 245 tackles, 14 INTs, 17 PDs
40-time: 4.47
Berry is arguably the best overall player in the 2010 draft. He’s fast, physical, competitive and versatile. Can play both man and zone schemes. Is a true ballhawk with soft hands and incredible instincts. Has amazing closing speed and will lower the boom when given the opportunity. Brings leadership and a strong work ethic to the table. Was a three-year starter and two-time unanimous first-team All-American. The best safety prospect since Sean Taylor. Is a surefire top ten selection.

Tony Pike: Quarterback, Senior – Cincinnati
Height\Weight: 6′5″, 225
Career stats: 27 games played, 5018 yards passing, 61.7% completion rate, 49 TDs, 20 INTs
40-time: 4.93
Went 21-4 as the Bearcats starter in 2008 and 2009. Led them to back-to-back Big East titles. Pike is tall, rangy and athletic. Displays excellent vision and throws with poise and accuracy. Moves well inside the pocket and can throw on the run. Very intelligent and has plenty of big game experience. Needs to add weight. Suffered a string of injuries in five years. Played in a shotgun offense. Arm strength is good, not great. Likely a mid-round [...]

Kareem Jackson: Cornerback, Junior – Alabama
Height/Weight: 5′10″, 196
Career stats: 41 games played, 159 tackles, 5 INT, 29 PDs
40-time: 4.48
Jackson is creeping up draft boards in recent weeks and could sneak into the first round. He’s a tremendous athlete with good size and speed. Can anticipate routes and closes on the ball quickly. Is experienced in both man and zone schemes. Has the strength to jam receivers at the line. Possesses supreme confidence and plays with an edge. Will attack the run game, but is an inconsistent and lazy tackler at times. Surgically repaired shoulder is a concern. Should be there [...]

Maurkice Pouncey: Center, Junior – Florida
Height/Weight: 6′4″, 305
Career accolades: Won 2009 Remington Award as nation’s top center. First-team All-SEC and second-team All-American in ‘09.
40-time: 5.11
Pouncey is by far the top center prospect in the 2010 draft. He’s a three-year starter with great leadership skills. Has quick feet and tremendous balance. Is physical at point of attack and plays nasty. Very mobile, can operate in space with ease. Rarely gets out-muscled and is capable of sustaining a push in the run game. Able to play either center or guard. Arms are a bit short. Played in primarily a shotgun offense. Should [...]

Kyle Wilson: Cornerback, SR – Boise State
Height/Weight: 5′10″, 195
Career Stats: 50 games played, 160 tackles, 11 INT, 27 PDs
40-time: 4.40
Wilson is another fast riser up draft boards ever since the Senior Bowl. Not the biggest prospect, Wilson makes up for his lack of size with speed, tenacity and vision. He’s a  fifth-year senior and four-year starter, so experience and leadership aren’t in short supply. Wilson covers the field well, is a legit playmaker and is excellent in run support. Will struggle against bigger wideouts, but plays with confidence and isn’t afraid of making mistakes.Can also contribute as a returner. He [...]

Devin McCourty: CB, Senior – Rutgers
Height/Weight: 5′11″, 195
Career Stats: 52 games played, 238 tackles, 6 INT, 27 PDs
40-time: 4.48
McCourty, a fifth-year senior, brings size, speed and experience to the table. He can run with fast receivers, close on the ball and is excellent in run support. Possesses great leadership skills and has a reputation as being a hard worker on and off the field. In addition, he’s a multi-talented special teams performer with seven blocked kicks in his career. Can also return kicks and play gunner. McCourty is flying up draft boards after a successful showing at the February Combine [...]

It’s once again time to explore the vast  expanding universe of the Interwebs.
Kurt Warner doing his best Vincent Vega impression. (Outside the Boxscore)
Something strange is in the water at the Jets training facility. (NESW Sports)
Could Tom Izzo be the next head coach of the woeful New Jersey Nets? (Midwest Sports Fans)
A kick to the groin, followed by a thunder dunk. (The Hoop Doctors)
Sam Bradford was pleased with his recent pro day workout. (NFL Mocks)
A preview of the 2010 Phillies outfield. (That Balls Outta Here)
The Flyers continue to be a frustrating enigma. (Broad Street Buzz)
One-armed man dominates at golf. I [...]

NFL players today love their video games. So much so that they are entering themselves in tournaments across the land. The Eagles own DeSean Jackson was in L.A. last week to participate in the Battlefield Bracket Challenge Presented by GameStop.
He, along with other athletes and celebs such as Chad Ochocinco and the lovely Stacy Keibler, went head-to-head playing Battlefield: Bad Company 2, which I presume has something to do with shooting bad guys with guns.
You can go to GameStop.com/BattlefieldBC2 to vote for DJax and also enter for a chance to win some nice swag, including $10,000 in cold, hard cash. [...]

Brian Westbrook was many things during his days as an Eagle: explosive runner, dynamic receiver, one-man highlight reel, go-to weapon and team leader are just a few of the hats that he willingly wore.
He was one of the most professional and dedicated players I’ve ever seen. Even during his contract squabbles, he remained classy and didn’t resort to lowbrow tactics.
You hear terms like “team player” thrown around a lot, but those two words best describe Westbrook. He always did what was asked of him even when he didn’t agree. It’s not ideal being the main runner in an offense that [...]

Gather up the kiddies. It’s time to take another fun-filled trip across the blogosphere.
The best dunkers never to win the All-Star dunk contest. (Suicide Drills)
The Top 5 running back prospects for April’s NFL draft. (NFL Mocks)
Nnamdi Asomugha still needs work in the leadership department. (Just Blog Baby)
The U.S. Winter Olympic team is drug free! I guess that’s a good thing. (Bootlegger Sports)
The Top 5 NBA Dunk Contest dunks ever. (Detroit 4 Lyfe)
The ultimate NBA Dunk Contest preview. It’s this weekend, by the way. (Midwest Sports Fans)
Danica Patrick was on CSI: New York. (Outside the Boxscore)
Happy Valentine’s Day from “Happy Jack.” [...]

Everyone on the bus. It’s time to hit the road to the blogosphere.
Prince wrote a Vikings fight song. Not “Purple Rain,” a new one. (The Viking Age)
NBA mid-season achievement awards. (Suicide Drills)
Chicks dig Rafael Nadal. (Outside the Boxscore)
Would Cubs fans welcome Sammy Sosa back with open arms? (Midwest Sports Fans)
Chef Ramsay, Shane Falco and Tarheels basketball. (The 5th Corner)
Famous NFL coaching meltdowns set to music. (Zoner Sports)
Jersey Shore is over, but it won’t go away. (Warming Glow)
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