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A Lookback At The 2006 NFL Draft, Pt.1: Living Up To Expectations

 
As I was thinking of a short series to discuss, I began to think of one that pertained to past NFL Drafts. Well, the 2006 NFL Draft sure came to mind. We had a lot of surprises within the top ten move up and down, shocking developments within the top ten picks. Well, now it begins. The 3 part series will begin looking at the handful of players within the first 15 picks that have lived up to the expectations the team brought upon them. (link)

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