Chris Polk is one of at least three running backs interviewed by the Lions at the Senior Bowl. Photo: Chuck Cook-US PRESSWIRE

While the reported list of players that the Lions interviewed at the Senior Bowl is probably not exhaustive, it does appear heavy on offensive linemen, particularly tackles, and running backs. Doug Martin, Chris Polk and Daniel Herron are known to have talked with members of the Lions organization the same week that reports surfaced suggesting doubt as to whether or not Jahvid Best ever plays football again.

The unavailability of Jahvid Best would certainly represent a problem, but I’m not convinced that drafting another running back is the solution to that problem. (more…)

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Jim Schwartz, the bright coach of the Detroit Lions, made an interesting post-draft comment explaining why the Lions selected Illinois running back Mikel Leshoure in the second round.

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Allen Bradford, RB, USC
Height: 5’11″
Weight: 242 lbs.
Arm Length: 32 1/8 in.
Hand Size: 9 3/8 in.
40-Yard Dash: 4.58 sec.
Vertical Jump: 29 in.

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NFL.com combine profile overview:

Bradford has linebacker size at the running back position and could be an effective player between the tackles at the next level. He is a strong runner with very good balance that excels in short yardage situations, but he does not have the speed, agility, or receiving skills to be a featured back in the NFL. Also, he thinks he is a finesse back at times and tries to break big runs to the outside which usually result in losses. Overall, Bradford has the strength and vision to be a weapon on third and short and he should be a mid-to-late round pick.

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