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NFL Draft — Likely local picks

Published: Wednesday, April 25, 2007 12:04 a.m. MDT
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Likely picks

ERIC WEDDLE

DB, Utah

5-11, 200

Of note: Rated as top-five safety and projected as second-round pick by ESPN.com

What they're saying: "A versatile athlete, Weddle's collegiate success and underrated overall athleticism imply a long, successful NFL career could be ahead." — NFLDraftScout.com

JOHN BECK

QB, BYU

6-2, 216

Of note: Projected as second-round draft pick and rated as top-five QB by ESPN.com.

What they're saying: "The two most important characteristics for a quarterback are not size and arm strength but leadership and accuracy, two of Beck's greatest attributes." — NFLDraftScout.com

PAUL SOLIAI

DL, Utah

6-4, 334

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Of note: Rated as top-five defensive tackle and projected as second-round pick by ESPN.com.

What they're saying: "Despite some durability and consistency concerns, he has been a dominant inside defender who has the complete all-around package to be a fine addition in the middle." — Rivals.com

DANIEL COATS

TE, BYU

6-3, 257

Of note: NFL Combine invitee had 34 reps on the bench press; 4.94 time in 40.

What they're saying: "Offering a solid overall game, Coats has potential as a second or third tight end brought onto the field for third-and-short situations." — SI.com

JONNY HARLINE

TE, BYU

6-4, 248

Of note: Timed at 4.84 in 40 at NFL Combine; 15 reps on bench press.

What they're saying: "A hard-working tight end with a nice feel for the game, Harline's best opportunity would be as a pass catcher in a West Coast offense." — SI.com

KELLY TALAVOU

DL, Utah

6-2, 307

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