Draft Slot #1
5 Round Strategy: RB, RB, WR, WR, WR

After securing Tomlinson (1), felt secure enough to nab Hines Ward (2) and then could not resist Terrell Owens (3). Taking Owens cost a chance at Duckett, Staley or Garner but even they carry risk anyway. This was compounded by taking the value pick of Shockey at the 4.12 and McNabb at 5.01 who had fallen ridiculously far. Ended up with the TEN duo of George/Brown which as a ploy (like Suggs/Green) is really only made possible by having a swing pick with two consecutive selections - otherwise the risk is high you have the wrong one. Overall, the strategy caused some possible problems at RB2 but resulted in solid to spectacular starters in all the other positions. If either George or Brown is a true primary back, this team will be a definite contender

Grade: A-

Draft Slot #2
5 Round Strategy: RB, RB, WR, WR, WR

Started naturally with Holmes and then took best RB on the board at the 2.11 of Tiki Barber. Used the early 3rd pick for Chad Johnson with his 4th for Javon Walker as a solid upside player. Instead of selecting a QB or backup RB, took Andre Johnson with his 5th before finally snagging Dunn with his 6th as a RB3. That was fortunate since Dunn was the final "sure to play" RB on the board. Finally took Favre in the 7th for a solid backfield. Has Holmes, Chad Johnson and the NE defense as definite impact players and at least solid other starters if not some very nice upside on literally all his receivers and tight ends. The high grade here reflects Holmes and almost an entire squad of upside players who could improve last season's numbers. This is a roster that appears riskier than Team #1, but could prove to be just as good or better.

Grade: A-

Draft Slot #3
5 Round Strategy: RB, RB, WR, RB, WR

Solid pick with Ahman Green (1) and still reached Stephen Davis in the 2nd round for a solid backfield. Took Mason with the 3rd and missed Chad Johnson by only one pick. Securing Duckett (4th) makes for a great trio of RB but made him pass on Shockey and McNabb. Still secured Chambers (5th) for a strong start. Ended up with McNair in the 6th as a great value pick but missed taking Foster to insure Davis. This team is fairly similar to Team #2 in the way it came together and is only slightly less stocked at starting positions. Did a tremendous job with upside value picks later with McGahee, Rogers, Evans, Givens, Gates, Witten. With so much upside depth, this team may need a few weeks to sort out the truly best players but is solid throughout.

Grade: B+

Draft Slot #4
5 Round Strategy: RB, RB, QB, RB, WR

Started with Portis (1st) then opted for Henry (2nd) but still reached Vick (3rd). Used 4th pick to get Staley as a RB3 before any other starters. Ended up taking Jimmy Smith (5th) before locking down Winslow (6th). This plan is harder to evaluate since it is produced starters that are definite upside guys and yet risky. Vick may return and be a steal at the 3.04. Henry should be a plus unless McGahee takes carries away. Staley balances out that risk but is an older RB on a new team. Wideouts are weaker with Smith, Rice and Galloway being three of the oldest players in the league and yet still got great value with Elam and BAL defense. Warrick has a new QB for yet more risk and Winslow may be a great one right out of the gate but may actually end up as another rookie. Portis on a new team as well. This team could come together if he hits on all the picks but it is a risky route to take.

Grade : B

Draft Slot #5
5 Round Strategy: RB, QB, RB, WR, WR

Super start with McAllister and Manning and then went for the "safe" play with Curtis Martin rather than a higher risk/reward RB like Bennett or the rookie Jones twins. Used next three picks to snap up Coles, Bruce and McCardell and nail down the starting WR's. At the #5 spot, that RB2 pretty much must be secured by the 3rd pick as the tiers are drained by the 5.05 of viable starters. Selection of Manning was prudent as the slide in RB's to the next pick all contained RB's with some question marks and there are none with Manning. This plan worked about as well as it could have, given the spot and players already taken and Manning is a gem but no stars slid in later rounds for him to take since he had to continue to work RB and WR. May end up with no backup RB when he needs him and outside of Manning and McAllister, it is unlikely that any other playmakers will emerge.

Grade: B