From Deseret News archives:
NFL Draft Likely local 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
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
Comments
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- Field goals, penalties doomed Utes
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- Hall mouths off about hate of Utah
869 - Cougars beat Utes in overtime
473 - Max Hall issues apology
145 - BYU is champion of the state
137 - Man trapped in Nutty Putty cave dies
117 - Cave to be sealed with body inside
116 - Rivalry Week is highly profane
90 - Hall's legacy measured today
79 - Hall's pain reflects self-betrayal
68 - Utes fall to Seattle U. at home
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