NFL Draft Grapevine: A spin around the league

This week's NFL Draft Grapevine takes us on a spin around the league to explore the latest visits, workouts and general draft news.

AFC East

Buffalo Bills

• The Buffalo Bills are meeting with North Carolina LB Bruce Carter Thursday, April 7, according to Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com.
• The Buffalo Bills are meeting with University of Iowa DL Christian Ballard Thursday, April 7, according to Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com.
• The Buffalo Bills could show interest in University of Pittsburgh DE Jabaal Sheard if he is available when they draft in the second round of the 2011 NFL Draft, reports Mark Gaughan, of The Buffalo News.
• Buffalo Bills general manager Buddy Nix said the team would be willing to trade down in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft but would not be interested in trading out of the top 10 picks, reports Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com. "I wouldn't want to drop any further down than in the top 10," Nix said. "You have to figure nine or 10 prospects that you'd be wanting to have."
• Updating a previous report, the Buffalo Bills are meeting with University of Wisconsin DE J.J. Watt Wednesday, April 6, reports Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com.
• Updating a previous report, the Buffalo Bills are meeting with Clemson DE Da'Quan Bowers Wednesday, April 6, reports Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com.

Miami Dolphins

• The Miami Dolphins met with University of Pittsburgh DE Jabaal Sheard Thursday, April 7, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Miami Dolphins have worked out University of Alabama QB Greg McElroy, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFLDraftBible.com.
• University of Florida OL Mike Pouncey does not appear to be exceedingly prominent on the Miami Dolphins' radar at this point, reports Armando Salguero, of The Miami Herald.
• The Miami Dolphins are scheduled to meet with Eastern Washington RB Taiwan Jones before the 2011 NFL Draft, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Miami Dolphins have shown interest in South Alabama WR Courtney A. Smith, a source told Jason La Canfora, of the NFL Network.

New England Patriots

• The New England Patriots are meeting with University of Illinois RB Mikel LeShoure Thursday, April 7, sources told Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald.
• The New England Patriots have drafted a running back only six times in the 11 years that head coach Bill Belichick has held his position, reports Mike Reiss, of ESPNBoston.com. The team has not drafted a running back since 2007.

New York Jets

• The New York Jets likely will not consider selecting an offensive lineman until the later rounds of the 2011 NFL Draft, reports Rich Cimini, of ESPNNewYork.com.
• The New York Jets likely will not look to take a running back during the 2011 NFL Draft because of the running backs they have on the roster, reports ESPNNewYork.com's Rich Cimini.
• The New York Jets may consider selecting a tight end in the later rounds of the 2011 NFL Draft that could potentially be their No. 2 tight end, reports Rich Cimini, of ESPNNewYork.com.
• Updating a previous report, the New York Jets are scheduled to meet with Purdue DE Ryan Kerrigan Wednesday, April 13, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The New York Jets likely will consider taking a wide receiver in the 2011 NFL Draft if there is no free agency leading up to the draft, reports Rich Cimini, of ESPNNewYork.com. WRs Santonio Holmes, Braylon Edwards and Brad Smith are all scheduled to be free agents this offseason.

AFC North

Baltimore Ravens

• The Baltimore Ravens are scheduled to meet with University of Pittsburgh DE Jabaal Sheard Friday, April 8, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Baltimore Ravens are showing interest in University of Nevada DE Dontay Moch, sources told FOXSports.com's Adam Caplan. The Ravens have worked out or met with Moch or will work out or meet with him.
• The Baltimore Ravens are showing interest in University of Missouri DE Aldon Smith, sources told FOXSports.com's Adam Caplan. The Ravens have worked out or met with Smith or will work out or meet with him.
• The Baltimore Ravens have recently worked out Utah State CB Curtis Marsh, reports Aaron Wilson, of the Carroll County Times.
• The Baltimore Ravens conducted a private workout University of Miami CB DeMarcus Van Dyke a few weeks ago, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

Cincinnati Bengals

• The Cincinnati Bengals met with University of Colorado CB Jimmy Smith earlier this week, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said the team will look to fill the holes on their roster with players they select in the 2011 NFL Draft and expects those players to make immediate impacts, reports Geoff Hobson, of Bengals.com.
• University of Arkansas QB Ryan Mallett said he believes he can fit into the Cincinnati Bengals' new west coast offense because he ran that type of offense in college, reports Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer.
• The Cincinnati Bengals are scheduled to meet with Auburn DL Zach Taylor Thursday, April 14, a source told NationalFootballPost.com's Aaron Wilson.

Cleveland Browns

• No recent updates

Pittsburgh Steelers

• The Pittsburgh Steelers met with University of Virginia CB Ras-I Dowling Thursday, April 7, according to Ed Bouchette, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
• The Pittsburgh Steelers met with University of Maryland RB Da'Rel Scott Thursday, April 7, according to Ed Bouchette, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
• The Pittsburgh Steelers have conducted a private workout with Alabama A&M DL Frank Kearse, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

AFC South

Houston Texans

• No recent updates

Indianapolis Colts

• The Indianapolis Colts are scheduled to work out University of Nevada QB Colin Kaepernick Friday, April 8, a source told Jason La Canfora, of NFL Network.

Jacksonville Jaguars

• The Jacksonville Jaguars are scheduled to meet with Drake DE Dain Taylor before 2011 NFL Draft, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFLDraftBible.com.

Tennessee Titans

• The Tennessee Titans have met with Ohio State DL Cameron Heyward, according to Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean.

AFC West

Denver Broncos

• The Denver Broncos are considering trading back from the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft as long as they were to receive an additional first-round pick, and at least a second-round pick, in return, according to Mike Klis, of The Denver Post. "That second pick is a valuable pick," general manager Brian Xanders said. "We're open to everything there."
• The Denver Broncos appear content with FS Brian Dawkins and SS Renaldo Hill as their starting safeties, reports ProFootballWeekly.com. The Broncos could take a safety in the 2011 NFL Draft to learn behind Dawkins and Hill.

Kansas City Chiefs

• The Kansas City Chiefs are scheduled to meet with Eastern Washington RB Taiwan Jones before the 2011 NFL Draft, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Kansas City Chiefs could be interested in Penn State C Stefen Wisniewski with their first-round selection in the 2011 NFL Draft, reports The Kansas City Star.

Oakland Raiders

• No recent updates

San Diego Chargers

• Updating a previous report, the San Diego Chargers are scheduled to meet with Purdue DE Ryan Kerrigan Sunday, April 10, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

NFC East

Dallas Cowboys

• The Dallas Cowboys have shown interest in University of Texas CB Aaron Williams and met with Williams this week, reports Clarence E. Hill Jr., of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. A source said the team likes Williams' athleticism and ball skills.
• The Dallas Cowboys are intrigued with Southern California OT Tyron Smith because of his potential, a source told Clarence E. Hill Jr., of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
• The Dallas Cowboys are still considering the possibility of selecting University of Nebraska CB Prince Amukamara with their first round draft choice if he is still available, a source told Clarence E. Hill Jr., of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. The team has like what they have seen so far when scouting Amukamara.
• Updating a previous report, the Dallas Cowboys are scheduled to work out University of Alabama QB Greg McElroy Friday, April 8, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFLDraftBible.com.
• Updating a previous report, the Dallas Cowboys are scheduled to meet with University of Nebraska CB Prince Amukamara next week, reports Calvin Watkins, of ESPNDallas.com.
• The Dallas Cowboys met with University of Pittsburgh WR Jon Baldwin earlier this week, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Dallas Cowboys met with Boston College OT Anthony Castonzo Wednesday , April 6, reports Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• Florida OL Mike Pouncey said via Twitter that he expects to be selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL Draft after visiting with the team, according to Gerry Fraley, of The Dallas Morning News. "Headed back to Pittsburgh ... would be shocked if I wasn't in a Dallas uniform next year!" Pouncey said. "The draft is April 28 so we will see ... To all the Steelers fans, I would love to be playing for the Steelers and if I had a choice I would, but it isn't my choice."
• University of Florida OL Mike Pouncey said on his Twitter page that he would be shocked if he was not drafted by the Dallas Cowboys after meeting with the team, reports Calvin Watkins, of ESPNDallas.com.
• The Dallas Cowboys are not scheduled to meet with Auburn QB Cam Newton before the 2011 NFL Draft, reports Calvin Watkins, of ESPNDallas.com.
• The Dallas Cowboys met with University of Wisconsin DE J.J. Watt Tuesday, April 5, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Dallas Cowboys are scheduled to meet with Southern Illinois CB Korey Lindsay in the near future, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Dallas Cowboys met with Louisiana State RB Stevan Ridley Tuesday, April 5, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Dallas Cowboys are scheduled to meet with Lehigh OL Will Rackley at some point before the 2011 NFL Draft, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

New York Giants

• Updating a previous report, the New York Giants are scheduled to work out University of Alabama QB Greg McElroy Wednesday, April 13, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFLDraftBible.com.
• New York Giants tight ends coach Mike Pope is in attendance for Notre Dame TE Kyle Rudolph's workout Thursday, April 7, reports The Star-Ledger's Mike Garafolo.
• The New York Giants could be interested in University of Alabama RB Mark Ingram if he is available when they draft in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft, reports Ralph Vacchiano, of the New York Daily News.
• Boston College OT Anthony Castonzo and Southern California OT Tyron Smith are on the New York Giants' radar at this point of the team's process, reports Ralph Vacchiano, of the New York Daily News.

Philadelphia Eagles

• Updating a previous report, the Philadelphia Eagles are scheduled to work out University of Alabama QB Greg McElroy Tuesday, April 12, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFLDraftBible.com.
• The Philadelphia Eagles have met with or will meet with University of Oklahoma RB DeMarco Murray, according to FOXSports.com's Adam Caplan.
• The Philadelphia Eagles met with Kansas State RB Daniel Thomas earlier this week, according to FOXSports.com's Adam Caplan.
• The Philadelphia Eagles recently met with University of Miami CB DeMarcus Van Dyke, a source told Adam Caplan, of FOXSports.com.
• The Philadelphia Eagles recently worked out University of Texas CB Curtis Brown, a source told Adam Caplan, of FOXSports.com.

• The Philadelphia Eagles are scheduled to meet with UCLA LB Akeem Ayers, sources told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

• The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to meet with New Mexico State CB Davon House at some point this week, sources told FOXSports.com's Adam Caplan.
• The Philadelphia Eagles are scheduled to meet with Southern Illinois CB Korey Lindsey in the near future, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• Updating a previous report, the Philadelphia Eagles recently met with Eastern Washington RB Taiwan Jones, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Philadelphia Eagles worked out Texas Christian QB Andy Dalton last week, a source told FOXSports.com's Adam Caplan.

Washington Redskins

• Updating a previous report, the Washington Redskins are scheduled to meet with Purdue DE Ryan Kerrigan Tuesday, April 12, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• Updating a previous report, the Washington Redskins are scheduled to work out Virginia Tech RB Ryan Williams Thursday, April 14, reports Mike Jones, of The Washington Post.

NFC North

Chicago Bears

• Texas Christian S Colin Jones said he has worked out for the Chicago Bears, reports Adam Caplan, of FOXSports.com. Jones said the Bears worked him out at free safety and also looked at him as a gunner on special teams.
• New Mexico State CB Davon House has drawn the most interest from the Chicago Bears, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• The Chicago Bears have shown the most interest in South Florida DL Terrell McClain, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• The Chicago Bears conducted a private workout with University of Pittsburgh OL Jason Pinkston, a source told Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune.

Detroit Lions

• The Detroit Lions met with UCLA LB Akeem Ayers at the team's facility Tuesday, April 5, reports Tara Altman, of DetroitLions.com.

Green Bay Packers

• The Green Bay Packers are expected to meet with University of California WR Jeremy Ross within the next few weeks, sources told Adam Caplan, of FOXSports.com.

Minnesota Vikings

• The Minnesota Vikings met with University of Colorado CB Jimmy Smith earlier this week, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Minnesota Vikings likely will look to draft at least one offensive linemen during the 2011 NFL Draft because three of their starting offensive linemen are over 30 years old, reports Jeremy Fowler, of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
• The Minnesota Vikings met with North Carolina LB Quan Sturdivant Tuesday, April 5, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

NFC South

Atlanta Falcons

• The Atlanta Falcons are scheduled to meet with University of Wisconsin OT Gabe Carimi next week, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Atlanta Falcons are expected to meet with University of Nevada TE Virgil Green in the near future, a source told Adam Caplan, of FOXSports.com.
• The Atlanta Falcons are scheduled to conduct a private workout with Notre Dame TE Kyle Rudolph at some point next week, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

Carolina Panthers

• University of Georgia WR A.J. Green said he is scheduled to meet with the Carolina Panthers Friday, April 8, reports ProFootballWeekly.com.
• The Carolina Panthers have met with University of California DE Cameron Jordan, reports Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• Auburn QB Cam Newton's agent, Bus Cook, said the Carolina Panthers will have Newton in for a visit this week, reports Jim Corbett, of USAToday.com. Newton will be in Carolina Tuesday, April 5, and Wednesday, April 6. Warren Moon, who is serving as an advisor to Newton, believes the Panthers are sold on Newton as the No. 1 overall selection in the NFL Draft. Moon said Panthers head coach Ron Rivera noted he had seen Newton work out and was already convinced on his physical ability. Moon added Rivera felt he needed to talk with Newton more to understand him as a person. "The Panthers had a great meeting with him over dinner that night," Moon said.
• The Carolina Panthers are considering Louisiana State CB Patrick Peterson with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, according to CBSSports.com. However, the last time a cornerback prospect was selected first overall in the draft was 1956.

New Orleans Saints

• The New Orleans Saints are scheduled to meet with University of Colorado CB Jimmy Smith at some point this weekend, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The New Orleans Saints were scheduled to meet with University of Alabama RB Mark Ingram Wednesday, April 6, a source told Mike Triplett, of the New York Daily News.
• The New Orleans Saints are expected to meet with Texas Christian QB Andy Dalton within the next few weeks, sources told Adam Caplan, of FOXSports.com.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

• The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were scheduled to meet with University of Pittsburgh OL Jason Pinkston at some point this week, a source told Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune.
• The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are scheduled to meet with UCLA LB Akeem Ayers, sources told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are scheduled to meet with North Carolina LB Quan Sturdivant in the near future, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

NFC West

Arizona Cardinals

• The Arizona Cardinals are scheduled to meet with University of Tennessee-Chattanooga CB Buster Skrine before 2011 NFL Draft, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFLDraftBible.com.
• The Arizona Cardinals are scheduled to meet with Eastern Washington RB Taiwan Jones before the 2011 NFL Draft, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

St. Louis Rams

• The St. Louis Rams are scheduled to meet with University of California DE Cameron Jordan at some point before the 2011 NFL Draft, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• The St. Louis Rams are scheduled to meet with Lehigh OL Will Rackley at some point before the 2011 NFL Draft, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.

San Francisco 49ers

• Texas Christian S Colin Jones said he has worked out for the San Francisco 49ers, reports Adam Caplan, of FOXSports.com. Jones said the 49ers worked him out at free safety and also looked at him as a gunner on special teams.
• The San Francisco 49ers worked out University of Iowa QB Ricky Stanzi Monday, April 4, a source told Matt Bowen, of NationalFootballPost.com.

Seattle Seahawks

• The Seattle Seahawks are scheduled to conduct a private workout with University of Michigan OL Stephen Schilling before the 2011 NFL Draft, a source told NationalFootballPost.com's Aaron Wilson.

NFL

• North Carolina LB Bruce Carter (knee) likely will not be ready for the start of training camp but could be ready for the start of a regular season, reports Mark Gaughan, of The Buffalo News. Carter underwent surgery in December to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
• University of Tennessee-Chattanooga CB Buster Skrine has received interest from the Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFLDraftBible.com.
• North Carolina State LB Nathan Irving has drawn the most interest from the Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Virginia Union OT David Mims has drawn the most interest from the Baltimore Ravens and Detroit Lions, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Virginia Tech RB Ryan Williams has drawn the most interest from the Atlanta Falcons, Cincinnati Bengals, Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins, St. Louis Rams and Washington Redskins, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Maryland WR Torrey Smith has drawn the most interest from the Cincinnati Bengals, Green Bay Packers, New England Patriots and St. Louis Rams, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Iowa QB Ricky Stanzi has drawn the most interest from the Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Iowa DL Adrian Clayborn has drawn the most interest from the Arizona Cardinals, Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Temple DL Muhammad Wilkerson has drawn the most interest from the Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, Kansas City Chiefs, New Orleans Saints and Seattle Seahawks, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Syracuse LB Doug Hogue has drawn the most interest from the Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins and Philadelphia Eagles, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Central Florida OT Jah Reid has drawn the most interest from the Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Lehigh OL William Rackley has drawn the most interest from the Cincinnati Bengals, Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles and Seattle Seahawks, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• UCLA S Rahim Moore has drawn the most interest from the Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, Jacksonville Jaguars, New York Jets and Oakland Raiders, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• UCLA LB Akeem Ayers has drawn the most interest from the Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, New York Giants, New England Patriots and San Diego Chargers, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Utah CB Brandon Burton has drawn the most interest from the Arizona Cardinals and Cleveland Browns, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Washington QB Jake Locker has drawn the most interest from the Seattle Seahawks, Green Bay Packers and Tennessee Titans, reports Bo Marchionte, of NFL Draft Bible.
• Notre Dame TE Kyle Rudolph ran the 40-yard dash in 4.78 seconds and 4.80 seconds at his Pro Day Thursday, April 7, reports Sean Jensen, of the Chicago Sun-Times.
• Villanova OT Benjamin Ijalana ran the 40-yard dash in the 5.1-second range at his Pro Day, reports Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com. He measured a 27-inch vertical jump and a 9-foot broad jump during the workout. He was not able to participate during the NFL Scouting Combine because of a sports hernia surgery.
• Indiana WR Tandon Doss measured 6-foot-2 1/8, 201 pounds at his Pro Day Wednesday, April 6, reports NFL.com's Gil Brandt. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.67 seconds and 4.62 seconds, the short shuttle in 4.21 seconds and the three-cone drill in 7.04 seconds. He measured a 32 1/2-inch vertical jump and a 9-foot-8 broad jump. Doss was not able to participate at the NFL Scouting Combine because of hip surgery and is still not 100 percent healthy.
• Ohio State DL Cameron Heyward was invited to attend the 2011 NFL Draft but has decided to decline the invitation and will spend that time with family and friends, according to Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• Kansas State RB Daniel Thomas ran the 40-yard dash between 4.50 seconds and 4.58 seconds at his Pro Day Tuesday, April 5, a source told Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com. Thomas missed his initial Pro Day because of a hamstring injury.
• University of Nevada QB Colin Kaepernick said most teams have told him they would not try to alter his throwing motion if they drafted him, reports Matt Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee. Kaepernick has one of the longest wingspans among the quarterback prospects, which makes his motion more drawn out. He has been working on trying to shorten his throws.
• Virginia Tech RB Ryan Williams has accepted an invitation to attend the NFL Draft, according to Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
• Baylor OG Danny Watkins accepted his invitation to the NFL Draft, reports ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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