2011 NFL Draft: News and Updates on the Latest NFL Draft News

NEW YORK - APRIL 22: NFL Commissioner Roer Goodell speaks at the podium during the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall on April 22, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)

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The NFL Draft is one of the most watched, talked about and "predicted" sporting events in the world—certainly in the U.S.A. What really puts that into perspective is that it garners all of that attention from the media and fans alike without any sport actually being played.

Nevertheless, the NFL Draft has become a part of the spring sports culture in North America, along with Baseball's Opening Day and the NHL and NBA playoffs. If you are looking for Draft Coverage, you have certainly come to the right place.

We at Bleacher Report work hard to bring you the latest in NFL Draft Coverage as it happens. Watch for updates here as the storylines unfold leading up to Draft Day 1 coverage only two weeks away.

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2011 NFL Mock Draft: Should the Carolina Panthers Draft a QB First Overall?

Nick Fairley was once a possible first overall pick before Patrick Peterson stole that spotlight momentarily after the NFL Combine.

However, both have since fallen down every mock draft known to man in exchange for Auburn's Cam Newton at QB. ESPN.com's Mel Kiper said of Carolina selecting the signal caller with their first overall pick:

"There are immediate needs, and there is a decision that you believe will change the direction of your franchise for years to come. While I don't believe Carolina is locked onto this pick -- if you're heard me at all lately, you'll know I see this is one of the more unpredictable top 10's I can ever remember -- if they really see Newton as the transformative player that can be both a Pro Bowl quarterback and face of the franchise who draws a lot of buzz, they can make this pick."

Nearly everyone's draft board has changed in the last few weeks and you can check back here for any more updates on Cam Newton and all other NFL Draft top prospects.