Buffalo hasn’t made a big splash, but they got a solid return man and a corner with shutdown potential in the first with Leodis McKelvin. Then they grabbed a huge underneath target and red zone threat (notably, the two things Lee Evans doesn’t do that well) in James Hardy. Hardy may have some character issues, but he’s certainly a talent worth gambling on in the 2nd. And so far today, they picked up an All-ACC DE, Chis Ellis, who had 38 QB pressures in 2007 alone. He may be a stand-up ‘backer for the Bills, but he’ll certainly be an effective blitzer.

Meanwhile, the Cards got my favorite corner (who’s also a pretty good returner) in Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie. He’s so fluid and so instinctive, and he’s such a humble kid — plus, he chewed up elite talent at the Senior Bowl, so I am utterly unconcerned about the small school knocks. Then they snag Calais Campbell as a dirty-work 3-4 DE in the 2nd and, unbelievably, Early Doucet falls into their laps in round 3. Doucet was often projected in the first because he’s a precise route runner who can get separation because he doesn’t tip his cuts. He’s also bull-strong with biceps similar to those of recently-departed Bryant Johnson. All of these guys are ready to contribute now — and have high ceilings to boot.

Well played, guys.