2012 NFL Draft: Potential 2nd-Round Picks Not Worth the Risk

April 7, 2012   ·   Mike Chiari   ·   Jump to comments

It's quite obvious that a successful first-round pick is of extreme importance in the NFL draft, but second-rounders can often be just as vital. Teams aren't always going to find superstars in the second round, but they should be getting a quality NFL starter at least, so taking a bust can really set a franchise back.
Finding an effective player in the first round is difficult, as it is impossible to project how every player will translate to the next level. But it becomes even tougher in the second round, as the top-flight talent is off the board. In the second round, it is best to minimize risk, but there are plenty of landmines out there with second-round grades this season.
Here are three potential second-rounders who aren't worth the risk to teams on the hunt for impact players.
 
Brandon Weeden, QB, Oklahoma State
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