1.08 Tampa Bay Meat Goats — RB Isaiah Pead

In the real world: The burning question in St. Louis is this: Is Pead a long-term successor to Steven Jackson, or a speedy, pass-catching complement to the veteran bellcow? He doesn't have elite elusiveness but is quick and shows good vision setting up blocks. Versatile, quick, undersized (5'10”, 193), could be a third-down/change-of-pace back. Adam Schefter says the Rams do envision him as that long-term successor to Jackson. NFL Films guru Greg Cosell calls Pead a "dynamic and decisive north-south runner," and said there were some similarities to Jamaal Charles coming out of college.

In the TUFF world: The Meat Goats took a chance on talented but injury-prone DeMarco Murray last year in their ongoing efforts to rebuild their backfield. And just when it looked like a really good pick—Murray's job situation turned from a crappy one into a great one with Marion Barber III and Tashard Choice gone and Felix Jones continuing to underwhelm—boom, Murray's history of injuries reared its ugly head (in the form of a broken ankle in Week 14). Even before that, he looked like he had hit a wall (Weeks 11-13: 3.35 yards per carry). So, for the third year running, Paul Granholm has used the 1.08 pick on a running back. And to be fair, they have to rebuild their depth at running back considering that two years ago, Clinton Portis' wheels fell off and Knowshon Moreno became an injury-prone disappointment. But given the Rams' front-office foibles in recent years—for example, they cut Laurent Robinson, who went on to star in Dallas last year—I don't buy into any claim that the Rams think of him as Jackson's long-term replacement. To me, he profiles as a third-down back.

2.08 Tampa Bay Meat Goats — RB Chris Polk

In the real world: Polk, a promising ballcarrier from Washington, was heavier at the Senior Bowl (224 lb.) than he was during the 2011 season, and his draft stock started falling at that point. Even though he lost 9 pounds between that game and the Combine, Todd McShay said, "He doesn't look the part physically... His body is unimpressive." At the Combine, he had a 4.46 in his first 40 at the Combine but a 4.57 in the second, which made me wonder about his conditioning: Was he still too winded from the first 40 to do as well in the second? Mike Mayock said that a degenerative shoulder condition was why he went undrafted, and he has already had two shoulder surgeries.  Polk had noted sports surgeon Dr. James Andrews look at the shoulder and Dr. Andrews wrote a letter stating that the surgery had caused some scarring, but nothing that should prevent Polk from playing football.

In the TUFF world: This sets a new record--the earliest point at which an undrafted free agent has ever gone in the TUFF Draft (previously held by Tennessee for taking LeGarrette Blount at 2.10 in 2010). It's also the first red X I hand out in this Draft Wrapup (which I'm sure Paul Granholm will vehemently disagree with). I don't get why anyone would take an undrafted free agent like Polk in Round 2 when he has to compete with second-year pro Dion Lewis and 7th-round pick Bryce Brown for touches behind McCoy. Then there's the conditioning issue and the shoulder issues. Why not WR A.J. Jenkins? It's not like the Goats are loaded at wide receiver.

2.16 Tampa Bay Meat Goats — RB Chris Rainey

In the real world: Steve Muench wrote on February 14: “At 5'8" and 173 pounds, Rainey isn't powerful between the tackles and doesn't project as a primary ball carrier, but ... he can release out of the backfield or split out wide, and he has the burst to separate from coverage regardless of where he lines up. ... Initial quickness and considerable top-end speed make Rainey a threat every time he steps on the field.” Rainey could be a 3rd-down back/slot receiver hybrid, similar to Dexter McCluster; or he could follow in the footsteps of backs like Darren Sproles and Jacquizz Rodgers. Rainey's 4.37 40 at the Combine was tied for first among running backs at the Combine. With the Steelers, he could be the speedy back to complement Isaac Redman. Rainey fell in the NFL due in part to off-field baggage concerns; however, by landing in Pittsburgh, he has the perfect teammate to keep him in check: Maurkice Pouncey, the leader of the Steeler O-line, and Rainey were not only teammates at Florida, but they go all the way back to Lakeland High School.

In the TUFF world: Tampa Bay continues to take running backs, pouncing on Rainey after San Diego did not handcuff him to their other Steeler RBs at 2.12. This is a much better pick than Chris Polk (2.08), in my estimation.

3.08 Tampa Bay Meat Goats — QB Nick Foles

In the real world: The best QB in the history of the University of Arizona goes to Philly to be a developmental prospect under Michael Vick. Todd McShay reviewed film of his senior season and said he was impressed with how he fared under pressure. But Scouts, Inc. cohort Kevin Weidl disagreed, saying that poor decision making, lack of athleticism and tempo were minuses. Mel Kiper, who rated Foles as the fourth-best QB available in the draft, says Foles could stand to be more consistent both in terms of accuracy and decision-making. Mike Sando: "Foles struggled with his throws, particularly on post-corner routes. Coaches appeared to advise him on his deep-ball trajectory after Foles overthrew Arizona teammate Juron Criner on an early deep pass. Foles put too much air under subsequent deep passes. He did not hit receivers in stride on those balls." Cecil Lammey (footballguys.com, 102.3 ESPN Radio in Denver) slammed Foles, stating that against Colorado, he threw 3 picks against a Buffaloes secondary so riddled with injuries that they had to start running backs. However, there were high winds in that game, so maybe the outcome was more decision making-related than talent-related. Besides, he improved year-to-year on completion percentage and yards per attempt, and these are improvements you want to see from any QB you draft.

In the TUFF world: Carolina, you can't say you didn't see that coming. Tampa Bay's QB depth was compromised when Tim Tebow went from Broncos' starter to Jets', er, 20-snap-a-game gimmick player as fallout from the Peyton Manning free agent saga. Paul Granholm passed up Ryan Tannehill in Round 1 and missed out on Tannehill and Brandon Weeden in Round 2, but got one that gets to work under noted QB guru Andy Reid, who has brought out the best in Donovan McNabb, Michael Vick and Kevin Kolb.

4.08 Tampa Bay Meat Goats — QB Kellen Moore

In the real world: After leading Boise State to all those wins, Moore signed with the Lions as an undrafted free agent. Lack of size (just under 6'0") is a knock, but there's no doubting his intelligence and leadership. He will be the third-string developmental QB behind starter Matthew Stafford and veteran backup Shaun Hill. Moore has two years to prove he can succeed Hill, who will be a 34-year-old free agent in 2014.

In the TUFF world: Well, Tampa Bay is still looking to get more depth at QB. At least they got a potential trade chip, provided they're willing to give Moore a roster spot for two years.