This year's host city: Cleveland

The Cleveland Steamers got to host this year's TUFF Draft for a few reasons, such as the fact that the NBA's Cavaliers would be in town May 12 for the fifth game of the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals, and TUFF's owners could (and did) take in the thrills of that game from a luxury suite while the draft went on; the Indians would also be in town May 12-14 (more luxury suite fun and drafting); and besides, no TUFF Bowl-winning team had ever hosted the Draft the following year.

Oh, and there's the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, too.  With that in mind, Steamers fans wondered what Cleveland would do after "going platinum" last year.  What did teams like Indianapolis and Minnesota--who had won their first TUFF Bowls not too long ago, only to pull a Milli Vanilli last year--do to re-tune their bands?  Which picks will make their owners sing, I Hate Myself For Drafting You?  For your intellectual and philosophical pleasure, here's the 2015 TUFF Draft Wrapup!

This Draft Wrapup was published on May 20, 2015.  You may see a few of the icons below. Here's what they mean:

	Significant improvements on a TUFF team's starting lineup, could be long-term cornerstone players for that team, and/or are great values for where they were taken (or, in the event of a trade, if the team gave up relatively little to get that player).
	High risk/high reward picks (e.g. players picked relatively high in spite of off-field, medical and/or job situation concerns, based on their upside).
	Either a reach and/or there was at least one specific player the team should have taken (or, in the event of a trade, the team gave up too much).
	"Curveball" picks that may well be good ones, but leave me asking why a team didn't take a player I expected them to take or address another need on the roster (example from 2012: Carolina passing up QB Nick Foles in Round 3).

1.01 Green Bay Ground Hogs - RB Todd Gurley

In the real world: Even after tearing an ACL last November, Gurley is still regarded as the best RB prospect since Adrian Peterson (2007). The St. Louis Rams pulled off one of the NFL Draft's biggest surprises by taking him 10th overall (when they already have Tre Mason, who averaged 4.3 yards a carry last season as a rookie; and Zac Stacy, who has since been traded to the New York Jets). Why? When healthy, Gurley brings to the table pretty much everything you want in a running back: Power, speed (which is terrific considering his size), acceleration, balance, and pass-catching ability.

In the TUFF world: For the third time in the last five drafts, the Ground Hogs got to pick first as the result of a trade made beforehand. And the trade with Minnesota didn't cost them any future draft picks or even their second-rounder (that's a big reason they got the green checkmark). The Ground Hogs did cough up some depth at running back (Bishop Sankey and Jonas Gray) and their 3rd- and 4th-round picks to go with their own first-rounder (1.08), but Sankey was underwhelming as a rookie, Gray's job situation is unclear, and the late draft picks could turn out to be junk.

1.02 Indianapolis Hoosier Daddy's - RB Melvin Gordon III

In the real world: Gordon, who has been compared to the Kansas City Chiefs' Jamaal Charles, has arguably the best job situation of any rookie RB this year as the result of landing in San Diego. The Chargers lost their lead RB of the previous five seasons, Ryan Mathews, in free agency (Eagles), and traded up in Round 1 of the NFL Draft to get Gordon. If there's one knock on Gordon, it's that he fumbled 7 times in 343 carries last year (1.8 percent), but Charles also had a fumbling problem coming out college and he was able to fix that.

In the TUFF world: Indy's fall from grace last season has one thing in common with its 2004 collapse: The team's fortunes changed with one of their best RBs making one rash decision (in 2004, it was Ricky Williams and his unexpected retirement; in 2014, it was Ray Rice knocking out his fiancee in a hotel elevator). On top of that, Toby Gerhart (who replaced Rice in Indy's starting lineup in September) turned out to be a free agent bust. Factor in Ryan Mathews' new crappy job situation (DeMarco Murray's backup) and Frank Gore's age (he turned 32 just three days after the TUFF Draft started), and Indy had a serious need at RB. Gordon fills that need and should start for them in Week 1 (and hopefully for several more years).

1.03 New Orleans Chocolate City - WR Amari Cooper

In the real world: Cooper is the most NFL-ready of this year's wide receiver crop. He consistently produced against everyone the SEC could throw at him, making a name for himself as a true freshman in 2012 and winning the Biletnikoff Award last season. Now with the Oakland Raiders, he instantly becomes their #1 wide receiver. Former Cleveland Browns GM (and current Senior Bowl Executive Director) Phil Savage compares him to former Indianapolis Colts wideout Marvin Harrison.

In the TUFF world: New Orleans' WR corps was the league's least-productive in 2014, and as it happens, the best player available at this point fills their need. Cooper should be the Chocolate City's #1 wideout in no time, given who their top three were last year (Eddie Royal, a free agent pickup; Marques Colston, who is in the twilight of his career; and second-year man Robert Woods).

1.04 San Diego Slewage - RB Ameer Abdullah

In the real world: The Lions took one of the draft's more athletic runners in Ameer Abdullah of Nebraska. He finished first among RB's in the vertical jump, broad jump, 3-cone drill, 20-yard shuttle and 60-yard shuttle at the scouting combine. But relatively small hands (8 5/8") and 13 fumbles in four seasons (once every 35.4 touches, according to this CBSSports.com article--easily the worst among this year's RB prospects) are causes for concern. You gotta like his job situation in Detroit--de facto starter Joique Bell averaged fewer than four yards per carry the past two seasons and will be 29 in August, and Theo Riddick is more of a receiver out of the backfield than a runner.

In the TUFF world: Even after taking three running backs last year, the Slewage were still looking for consistency and reliability at that position. Their most productive RB last year was Isaiah Crowell (you may recall that last year, Todd Hansen drafted him at the top of round 2 to set a new record for "earliest drafting of an undrafted free agent"). Carlos Hyde (2014 first-rounder) isn't a slam-dunk guarantee, either--he only had 83 carries last season and there's no way of knowing how the 49ers will divvy up carries between him and free agent signing Reggie Bush.

1.05 Pittsburgh BIG PAPAS - RB T.J. Yeldon

In the real world: Yeldon was the first Crimson Tide RB to have 1,000-yard seasons in each of his first two seasons on campus (in 2012, he was backing up Eddie Lacy), and has better lateral agility and speed than predecessors Mark Ingram or Trent Richardson. Rotoworld's Evan Silva has compared him to Arian Foster, and Jacksonville will give him the chance to live up to that comparison (relegating Denard Robinson to a "change of pace" role). Jags GM David Caldwell sees Yeldon, who has reportedly impressed in rookie camp, as a three-down back. There is one caveat with Yeldon--fumbling problems (yep, another back in this draft with that issue--10 times over 576 career carries).

In the TUFF world: The BIG PAPAS, who got this draft pick from Dallas in 2013 in a trade that took place late in Round 1 of that year's draft, needed to get an injection of new blood at running back. Reggie Bush and Fred Jackson are part-timers on the wrong side of 30, while fading Chris Johnson (who as of right now is not under contract with any NFL team) turns 30 this fall. Out of the running backs available here at 1.05, Yeldon has arguably the best blend of talent and job situation.

1.06 Detroit Vipers - WR Kevin White

In the real world: White, a JUCO transfer in 2013, had an extremely productive season at West Virginia in 2014 (109 rec/1,447 yds/10 TDs), but his performance at the Scouting Combine--highlighted by a 4.35 40-yard dash--was what vaulted him to the top two among this year's rookie wideouts. Amari Cooper (1.03) is the safer pick with the higher floor, but White may have an even higher ceiling (having a two-inch advantage on Cooper helps). The Bears took him with the seventh overall pick to replace Brandon Marshall (traded to the New York Jets).

In the TUFF world: Ever since Randy Moss imploded after Week 8 of the 2010 season, the Vipers' WR corps has been one of the league's worst (in particular, last season, only two of their WRs had more than 700 yards receiving--Vincent Jackson with 991 and Kendall Wright with 706). 2012 first-round pick Justin Blackmon was an utter bust due to substance abuse issues. White could enter the starting lineup soon (the current starting three are Jackson, Wright and Allen Robinson), and could be the #1 receiver in the near future.

1.07 Baltimore Brown Clowns - QB Marcus Mariota

In the real world: Can Mariota throw as accurately and run as well in the NFL as he did at Oregon, or is he merely a product of Oregon's offensive system (he took only 5 snaps under center)? Maurice Jones-Drew leans toward the latter, even comparing him to a former teammate of his (2011 draft bust Blaine Gabbert). Matt Waldman says he'll end up more like Alex Smith or Mark Sanchez (both high first-rounders who did not live up to the hype, but with the right coaching and system, turned out to be serviceable signal-callers).

In the TUFF world: The Brown Clowns went with Mariota for two reasons. First, they needed to improve the depth they have behind current starter Jay Cutler (Geno Smith has been inconsistent, and Josh McCown was terrible last season). Second, in the long run, if Mariota succeeds in the NFL, he could be an upgrade over Cutler. They did pass up at least a couple of good wide receiver prospects, though--Andre Johnson and Larry Fitzgerald aren't getting any younger, and 2013 first-round pick Cordarrelle Patterson was a big disappointment last season.

1.08 Minnesota Fats - WR Nelson Agholor

	In the real world: The Eagles drafted Agholor out of USC in Round 1 as a plug-and-play replacement for free agent departure Jeremy Maclin (Chiefs).
	In the TUFF world: The Fats had a terrible season due to the lack of a running game, so trading down to 1.08 was, in my estimation, a mistake. At 1.08, I can understand Minnesota going for a wide receiver because they didn't have much beyond Calvin Johnson and Kelvin Benjamin. (They subsequently traded Johnson--see 1.16 for details.)

1.09 Houston Tethered Swimmers - WR Breshad Perriman

In the real world: Perriman, the son of former Lions/Saints WR Brett Perriman, sent his draft stock shooting up after two super-fast 40yd dashes at his Pro Day. NFL Films' Greg Cosell placed him in the top tier of wide receivers, along with Amari Cooper and Kevin White. Jon Gruden disagrees: Too many drops (he counted 14). In any case, the Ravens drafted Perriman late in Round 1 to replace free agent departure Torrey Smith (49ers).

In the TUFF world: Houston was not likely to go QB or RB; they might have considered moving down unless they had a strong feeling about any one of the remaining WRs. Evidently, Jeff Rathburn felt strongly about Perriman, and given his history for drafting receivers with speed (e.g. Chad Jackson, 2006), this pick isn't really a surprise. Houston's three best wideouts last season were T.Y. Hilton, Steve Smith and surprising rookie Jarvis Landry. Tavon Austin, their #1 pick in 2013, has been disappointing.

1.10 Tennessee Taz Devils - RB Tevin Coleman

In the real world: The Atlanta Falcons drafted Coleman in Round 3. His 2014 stats—over 2,000 yards and 7.5 yards per carry—look impressive, until you consider that he broke tackles or made tacklers miss on just 12.2% of carries, so he doesn't have much wiggle. Rotoworld's Evan Silva said, "Running backs with Coleman's strengths and weaknesses rarely pan out as more than change-of-pace backs in the pros."

In the TUFF world: The Taz felt the need to add another running back because they don't have any (drumroll, please) top-tier workhorse backs. Their best one last year was Andre Ellington, but he wasn't much help after he got hurt (weeks 10-17: 52 carries, 101 yards, 1 TD). Jerick McKinnon's future is unclear as long as he's backing up Adrian Peterson, and Montee Ball, the Taz Devils' first-round pick in 2013, was unimpressive. So I can't really blame them for taking yet another RB. But consider this: If their starting QB, Aaron Rodgers, went down with an injury, who would start? They had Jake Locker--dubbed by yours truly as a steal at 1.16 in 2011 based on his unusual blend of arm strength and athleticism--but he retired in March. The only reason I can think of for Lonnie Daniel passing up Jameis Winston is if he had already decided against drafting him based on off-field issues (in which case, Lonnie must have been ticked off when Baltimore took Marcus Mariota at 1.07).

1.11 Carolina Convicts - WR DeVante Parker

	In the real world: The Dolphins took Parker with the 14th overall pick to replace Mike Wallace (traded to Vikings). Draft analysts generally considered him to be the third-best WR in this year's draft (behind Amari Cooper and Kevin White, but ahead of Nelson Agholor and Breshad Perriman).
	In the TUFF world: Carolina simply took the best available player instead of reaching for a running back, and that is a sound decision. Parker will back up a great trio of wideouts (Dez Bryant, Julio Jones and Alshon Jeffery) and could start when any of those three has a bye week or has to sit out a game due to injury.

1.12 Denver Devils - WR Phillip Dorsett

In the real world: Rather small at 5'9", 185, and only had two productive seasons, but he's blazing (4.33) speed. The Colts drafted him late in Round 1, even they already have TY Hilton, Donte Moncrief, and veteran free agent addition Andre Johnson. Factors favoring Dorsett's job situation: Hilton is entering a contract year, he and Dorsett are similar in size and skill set, the Colts may not be able to ink Andrew Luck to an extension and re-sign Hilton, and the Colts wanted Dorsett so much that they rejected a trade offer for the 29th pick. And besides, it's good for the Colts to hedge bets on Moncrief, a second-year pro who's only had a couple of 100-yard games so far in his young career. Andrew Luck: "I know Phillip's going to be a stud. Runs like the wind, tracks the ball in the air, makes big plays."

In the TUFF world: The Devils were able to solve the issue of who starts for Peyton Manning in week 8 by getting Matt Cassel from Cleveland dirt-cheap (all they gave up was a fourth-rounder next year)--that means the week 8 starter will be either Cassel or E.J. Manuel. That trade saved them from having to spend the 1.12 pick on Jameis Winston, allowing them to take a wide receiver instead.

1.13 Pittsburgh BIG PAPAS - RB Jay Ajayi

In the real world: Ajayi did everything he could to prove he can hang in the NFL, like leading the nation in missed tackles (according to ESPN's KC Joyner). But a number of NFL teams raised red flags regarding a knee injury suffered early in his college career (2011). There reportedly is bone-on-bone contact, so the great fear is that microfracture surgery may be required on the knee down the road, and that's the main reason he fell to Round 5. (Ajayi insists that the knee feels fine now.) He's also had (stop me if you've heard this one before) ball security issues (11 fumbles over the last two seasons, 7 of which were recovered by the opposing team). Note: Lamar Miller, the current starting running back in Miami, becomes a free agent next year.

In the TUFF world: The BIG PAPAS found themselves with two needs: Either reinforce depth at running back, or reinforce depth at quarterback, where 2014 trade acquisition Nick Foles was a bit of a letdown (10 INTs against 13 TDs). Either way would have been good, so Ajayi is a good pick, assuming the knee holds up for at least a few more years. Besides, with Andrew Luck as the starter, Pittsburgh should be set at that position for years to come, but could they count on Foles and/or free agent pickup Mark Sanchez if Luck were to get hurt? Let's not forget what happened to the Meat Goats in 2008 after Tom Brady tore his ACL.

1.14 Dallas Junglehawgs - QB Jameis Winston

In the real world: After leading Florida State to a national title in January 2014, his draft stock should have suffered in the months that followed, due to two incidents: Crableg shoplifting, and making an offensive and vulgar statement in the student union. For the latter, he was suspended for one game. On top of that, there was an alleged rape--no criminal charges were filed, but a civil suit was filed last month (Winston has countersued, claiming the plaintiff is motivated by greed). With all that said, on the field, he is one of the best quarterbacks this year's draft has to offer. Mel Kiper: "Winston is the most advanced on-field quarterback in the draft ... a big, durable, mobile, strong-armed talent with a high football IQ and an ability to read, anticipate and process at a very high level what defenses are trying to do ... if Winston realizes his potential, he's a possible superstar." His biggest advantage over Marcus Mariota is his experience with pro-style offenses. One anonymous NFL executive called Winston a "product of the system," noting that FSU's previous two QB's—EJ Manuel and Christian Ponder, both of whom were drafted in Round 1 in the NFL Draft—have failed to impress in the pros. Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly is concerned about whether Winston can move and keep a play alive. Matt Waldman puts forth a good argument as to why Winston would be a risky pick.

In the TUFF world: The Junglehawgs had to have been pissed off when the Rams drafted Todd Gurley (Dallas spent the fifth overall pick in the 2014 draft on Tre Mason last year, and that seemed to have paid off). Dallas got this pick from Arizona last year when the latter traded up to get RB Ka'Deem Carey. That was huge for Dallas because otherwise, they had no first-rounder (as I mentioned at 1.05, they traded their own to the Pittsburgh BIG PAPAS two years ago). As it happens, they needed a new backup for Ryan Tannehill, as Ryan Fitzpatrick is 32 and at the point in his career where he is backup/stopgap starter material. A minor bonus is that the 'Hawgs already had Mike Glennon to handcuff to Winston.

1.15 Tampa Bay Meat Goats - RB David Johnson

In the real world: The Arizona Cardinals drafted Johnson out of Northern Iowa in Round 3 to add depth to their running back corps, which was depleted by injuries last season (which, in turn, led to the Cardinals having one of the NFL's least effective running attacks). Johnson, a converted wide receiver, has a good blend of size and speed, and he is versatile, but he runs a little upright and doesn't have much wiggle.

In the TUFF world: The five-time NFC champs needed depth at RB beyond DeMarco Murray, but took a bit of a risk by passing up the available talent at WR. They have two solid starters in Torrey Smith and Jordan Matthews, and you can pencil in Pierre Garcon as their #3 wideout and Doug Baldwin as a backup, but as of the time this Draft Wrapup was published, Victor Cruz (torn patellar tendon) was only at 75-80% health, and it's not clear as to how effective he'll be once he is recovered.

1.16 Minnesota Fats - RB Duke Johnson

In the real world: The Cleveland Browns drafted Johnson out of Miami in Round 3. NFL.com's draft profile says that his lack of pass-protection skills and concerns about his durability could force him into a committee situation. And the Browns present that sort of situation with Isaiah Crowell and Terrance West already on board. There is a little good news, though--the Browns are expected to run the ball a lot this season, due mainly to their unsettled situation at quarterback.

In the TUFF world: The Fats finally addressed their biggest problem, the one they should have addressed at 1.01: the backfield. The defending champion Cleveland Steamers originally held this pick, but traded it to the Fats as part of a blockbuster trade, perhaps the biggest trade in TUFF in recent years. The trade in a nutshell: Minnesota traded Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson, Bobby Rainey and DeAngelo Williams to Cleveland for Teddy Bridgewater, LeGarrette Blount, this pick, and Cleveland's first-rounder in 2016. Cleveland's division rivals, the Pittsburgh BIG PAPAS, noted that trading away the #1 pick (Todd Gurley or Melvin Gordon), Stafford, Calvin Johnson, DeAngelo Williams and Bobby Rainey just to revamp the backfield seems like giving up too much. Or to put it more bluntly, here's an old Klingon proverb: Destroying your empire to win a war is no victory.

2.01 Minnesota Fats - RB David Cobb

	In the real world: The Tennessee Titans drafted Cobb, a power runner, out of Minnesota in Round 5. At the very least, he should easily put Shonn Greene out of a job. If Bishop Sankey continues to be ineffective, the Titans could turn to Cobb in hopes that he proves as hard to bring down in the NFL as he was in the Big Ten.
	In the TUFF world: The Fats can now say they have the Patriots' top two running backs and the Titans' top two running backs, plus Duke Johnson, and to their credit, they didn't reach on either Johnson or Cobb.

2.02 Cleveland Steamers - RB Josh Robinson

In the real world: The Colts drafted Robinson from Mississippi State in Round 6. He'll compete with a few other backs (Vick Ballard, Daniel "Boom" Herron, Zurlon Tipton) for the right to back up Frank Gore, who turned 32 earlier this month. At 5'8", 217 lb., he's got a low center of gravity, but he doesn't bring much speed (4.65 40-yard dash). NFL.com's draft profile notes that he benefited from a zone-read system and a dual-threat quarterback, meaning he consistently had open running lanes.

In the TUFF world: Cleveland could have afforded to use this pick on sheer talent. With the stud WRs they have in their starting lineup now--A.J. Green, Jeremy Maclin and now Calvin Johnson--they could have taken Dorial Green-Beckham and had him sit on the bench for a couple years to see how he would turn out. Maybe they see something in Robinson's job situation that I don't, but in my estimation, they whiffed. I know I've mentioned this in a previous Draft Wrapup, but you know how the early stages of the draft are like ordering off a menu and the later stages are more like a buffet? I think Cleveland went to the buffet line when there were still a few "menu" players left. Robinson barely scratched the top 20 rookie running backs (Scouts, Inc. gave him a grade of 41, which is usually a grade they give to a late-round pick or an undrafted free agent). If the Steamers really wanted Robinson, they could have traded down.

2.03 New Orleans Chocolate City - WR Dorial Green-Beckham

In the real world: Green-Beckham has the speed of A.J. Green and the size and strength of Calvin Johnson, and set a national record for career receiving yards at Hillcrest High in Springfield, Missouri (6,356). He's a Top 10 talent but has serious off-field concerns (kicked off Missouri a year ago after allegedly forcing himself into an apartment and pushing a woman down the stairs; also had two marijuana arrests prior to that). Furthermore, ESPN's Jon Gruden says that DGB didn't even live up to his talent at Mizzou: "He has tremendous size. I just did not see him play to that size. He lined up on the left all the time when he did play, and there were too many plays where he was getting pinned into the boundary and became an ineffective receiver. Route running is a work in progress." Another thing that's scary: In his NFL.com draft profile, one AFC offensive coordinator said DGB was "completely lost" when going over plays, and one NFL personnel director said he didn't take coaching at Missouri. The Titans were able to get him in Round 2 even after trading down several spots; his primary competition for targets will be Justin Hunter, who hasn't impressed much in two seasons in Nashville. Or he could be the possession receiver/red zone threat, with Hunter lining up outside and Kendall Wright in the slot.

In the TUFF world: I already mentioned at 1.03 how the Chocolate City needed all the help it could get at wide receiver. The risk of DBG being a bust isn't so big in Round 2 as it would have been in Round 1, so even in spite of all the negatives I wrote above, that reduced risk serves to magnify the possible reward. In short, New Orleans had to take this guy.

2.04 San Diego Slewage - TE Maxx Williams

	In the real world: Williams went pro early because the 2015 TE class was relatively weak. The Baltimore Ravens took him in Round 2, partly because Dennis Pitta's career is in jeopardy after suffering season-ending hip injuries in each of the last two seasons; also, veteran Owen Daniels left for Denver. One caveat: One NFL regional scout reportedly felt Williams had an "all about me" attitude.
	In the TUFF world: At tight end, the Slewage needed a backup for Kyle Rudolph, especially considering that he missed half of last season with injuries. This doubles as a "homer" pick since Williams played in Todd Hansen's home state of Minnesota.

2.05 Dallas Junglehawgs - WR Jaelen Strong

In the real world: Strong was expected to go in the first 2 rounds of the NFL Draft, but fell all the way to Round 3, where the Houston Texans snapped him up. Strong says he had a wrist injury but that it was no longer an issue. Scouts say it's due to inability to gain separation on shorter routes (due to lack of ideal quickness or suddenness). NFL Films' Greg Cosell has suggested that Strong's inability to create space from defenders can be fixed through improved route running. The Texans plan to play him opposite DeAndre Hopkins in three-wide sets (with Cecil Shorts as the #2--never mind that Strong could outplay Shorts for the #2).

In the TUFF world: The most productive wideout on the Junglehawgs' current roster last season was Mohamed Sanu, and that needs to change (never mind that Dallas also has plenty of young talent at this position in Terrance Williams, Charles Johnson, Kenny Stills and Donte Moncrief). Dallas, at the very least, added depth with Strong, and in my estimation, he was the best available wideout at this point. I would have snapped him up at 2.06 if Dallas didn't take him here.

2.06 Detroit Vipers - WR Devin Smith

In the real world: Smith only caught 33 passes last season, but he sure made the most of them (931 yards, 12 TD). He's got speed and superb ball-tracking skills. The New York Jets took him early in Round 2 (37th overall), and his job situation in Gotham could get even better if the Jets decide to cut Brandon Marshall after 2015 (Marshall has no guaranteed money after this season). Heaven knows Marshall has worn out his welcome with three different teams already (DEN, MIA, CHI). Here are a couple articles on Smith that helped keep him above Devin Funchess on my board: one about Smith's trump card--the advantage he has that, when all else fails, he can use to beat his opposition--and another "film room study" with Rookie Scouting Portfolio author Matt Waldman and the author of that trump card article, Matt Harmon of footballguys.com.

In the TUFF world: With the additions of Smith and Kevin White, plus the fact that Vincent Jackson, Kendall Wright and Justin Hunter will have better QBs throwing to them, the Vipers' wide receiver corps stands to be much better and deeper this year.

2.07 Baltimore Brown Clowns - WR Devin Funchess

In the real world: The Carolina Panthers traded up to get Funchess in Round 2. There's no denying that he's got serious potential--terrific speed for his size, as demonstrated at his Pro Day, and a promising job situation where he could line up opposite Kelvin Benjamin--but he's had too many drops (20 in three seasons according to his NFL.com draft profile), and that could be a serious problem. One NFL scout, however, said that the play of his QB, Devin Gardner, was a cause: "(Gardner) was awful. After you got rung up over the middle every damn game, everybody would be a little timid." Evan Silva noted "a passive on-field playing attitude that reminds of ex-Chiefs bust Jon Baldwin." Funchess reportedly has stood out in Panthers rookie minicamp.

In the TUFF world: Longtime Brown Clowns starting wideouts Larry Fitzgerald and Andre Johnson aren't getting any younger, and 2013 first-round pick Cordarrelle Patterson was a disappointment last year. It was time for Baltimore to address this area once again. Sigmund Bloom said in his Post-Draft 100 column on footballguys.com: "I'll be honest, folks, it's pretty bleak out there from the mid-second on this year." He's referring to the fact that there's not a lot of great talent in this year's draft. To go back to the menu/buffet analogy I brought up at 2.02: Baltimore just ordered the last item off the menu, so from here on out, it's strictly buffet.