2012 NFL Draft: 5 Prop Bets to Consider

The 2012 NFL draft is less than 10 days away, and the Indianapolis Colts are expected to take Stanford Cardinal quarterback Andrew Luck with the No. 1 overall selection. 

Sportsbook.com has come up with some entertaining betting odds for the event, which includes parlaying Luck, Baylor's Robert Griffin and USC's Matt Kalil together.

Let's take a look at five proposition wagers that may heighten your interest in watching this highly-publicized event on Thursday, April 26.

Will the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Select Trent Richardson with the No. 5 Pick?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers ranked 30th in the NFL in rushing, gaining just 91.1 yards per game last year.  And that's something that needs to be addressed in a major way.

Trent Richardson is a physical specimen at the running back position and was instrumental in leading the Alabama Crimson Tide to a national title last year.

He lands in the fifth position in Matt Miller's latest projections for the 2012 NFL draft, which fits perfectly here.

A potential trade is likely the only thing standing in your way.

Yes (+175)

No (-250)

Number of Running Backs Taken in the First Round

Taking a running back in the first round just isn't as sexy anymore, especially with the NFL being more pass-oriented over the last couple of years.

Alabama's Trent Richardson is virtually a lock to be taken in the first round, while Matt Miller has three runners that could potentially fall within the first 25 selections.

It's definitely a proposition wager that will keep Thursday night entertaining throughout.

Over 1.5 (+220)

Under 1.5 (-300)

Will the Miami Dolphins Select Ryan Tannehill in the 2012 NFL Draft?

I'm not a big fan of Big 12 quarterbacks due to the defenses they face each week, but I'm also not an NFL draft expert.

The Miami Dolphins are likely targeting Texas A&M Aggies signal-caller Ryan Tannehill in this spot, which could end up being a huge mistake.

It's definitely not shocking that the odds makers have taken an even approach with this offering.

Yes (-120)

No (-120) 

Michael Floyd, Draft Position for 2012 NFL Draft

Notre Dame Fighting Irish wide receiver Michael Floyd finished his four-year collegiate career with 271 receptions and 3,686 receiving yards, while hauling in 37 touchdown catches.

He's the type of player that could make an immediate impact, which could fit nicely for a struggling passing attack like the New York Jets.

Mark Sanchez or Tim Tebow would love to have such a weapon on the perimeter.

Over 12.5 draft position (-150)

Under 12.5 draft position (+110)

Top 3 Overall Picks

I've yet to see a mock draft that doesn't project Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III and Matt Kalil to be taken with the first three overall picks in the 2012 NFL draft in that order.

The betting odds are definitely suggesting the same outcome, which has me wondering why such a proposition offering is available.

When that happens—I run away from making any type of wager.

Yes (-400)

No (+250)