.@Jimmy_Beast looks at how frequently NFL tms draft O-Linemen. Packers, Steelers, Giants won Super Bowls wo heavy investment; however, half tms drafted 7 or more, 10 of 12 of last yr’s playoff tms. Eagles under Reid drafted often but in later rounds. Cardinals, Titans, Buccaneers barely any. Link
Tue 02/26/2013
How Frequently NFL Teams Draft Offensive Linemen
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Packers Secret Superstar: Brad Jones
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