The Cardinals may have preferred Donald Brown, but the team has to be happy Beanie Wells fell to them at No. 31. The offensive line isn't a great run-blocking unit, but Edgerrin James will be cut soon, and Tim Hightower has proved he's not an effective NFL back. Hightower may still factor into goal-line duties, but at 6-1, 237 lbs, it's not like Wells can't be a short-yardage option as well. He may not catch a bunch of passes, but with defenses focused on stopping one of the league's best passing attacks, Wells will definitely be a Rookie of the Year contender. Durability is a concern, but Wells is a beast – consider him somewhere in the 13-17 range on your running back rankings.

How does Michael Oher fall all the way to No. 23? The Ravens got an absolute steal there. I would call Cedric Peerman a sleeper, but Baltimore has too many options at running back.

I'm not saying Andre Smith was a bad pick, but it's pretty funny watching the Bengals continue to stockpile players with character concerns. Ray Maualuga was great value, but Bernard Scott has been arrested five times already.

Braylon Edwards remains with the Browns, but since the team took two wide receivers in round 2, don't be shocked if a trade still eventually happens. Brian Robiskie could be a starter from day one.

What is Josh McDaniels thinking? Really, a running back with the 12th pick? Denver's most glaring need was on defense, specifically the front seven. They used one of their 10 picks addressing that need. Robert Ayers better be good, although Alphonso Smith looks like a solid pick. Still, why trade up for Richard Quinn? As for Knowshon Moreno, the draft's most complete back lands in a pretty good spot in Denver. Sure, the Broncos have a crowded backfield on paper, but none of the other options are any good (Ryan Torain is the exception, but he's coming off a torn ACL). The team downgraded massively at quarterback during the offseason, but the offensive line is underrated, paving the way to a 4.8 YPC mark, which was the second highest in football last season, despite a below average RB crop. Having Brandon Marshall and Eddie Royal on the outside certainly helps as well. McDaniels used a committee system in New England, but there wasn't a star there either, and it's doubtful he used the 12th pick in the draft for a part-time player. Moreno can be a three down back, as he's a capable blocker with receiving skills. His fantasy value is similar to Beanie Wells, but because of his situation and superior ability to catch the ball, he's probably ranked slightly ahead. Think early-to-mid second round.

I'm agnostic about Matthew Stafford, but drafting a quarterback was the right move, and I also liked the Brandon Pettigrew pick. He's the rare tight end who can both block and catch. Stafford won't be an option in non-dynasty fantasy leagues, but at least his strong arm should keep Calvin Johnson atop WR draft boards.

One of the biggest winners this weekend as far as fantasy is concerned had to be Steve Slaton, as Houston didn't address the running back position. They've since brought in a few free agents, and Slaton still isn't guaranteed goal-line work, but clearly he's the team's workhorse, as he should be. Right now, I have him ranked seventh overall on my draft board.

The biggest loser, meanwhile, was easily Joseph Addai, who saw his value drop from an early second round pick all the way to somewhere around 30th in the RB rankings. That's because Indy selected Donald Brown with the 27th pick. Brown is a complete back who can block and catch passes effectively. Addai may be the nominal starter, but he can't stay healthy and averaged a pathetic 3.5 YPC despite playing for the Colts last season. Because he's likely looking at a time-share, Brown's fantasy value is lower than Beanie Wells, Knowshon Moreno and maybe Shonn Greene, but I'd certainly take him ahead of Addai.

I didn't think it was possible, but I'm even higher on Maurice Jones-Drew this year after the team drafted Eugene Monroe and Eben Britton with its first two picks last weekend. Jones-Drew needs to be strongly considered with the first overall pick.

I actually like what Minnesota did. Sure, Percy Harvin comes with risk, but this is a player who could also be a true difference maker. And he landed in a terrific spot where his speed can be highlighted on turf. Also, Phil Loadholt looks like an immediate upgrade at right tackle. Both additions could really help Adrian Peterson.

No question about it, Bill Belichick is acting on a different level than all other NFL coaches/GMs. He's by far the best. New England is going to be one of the elite teams in the NFL for years to come. I'd take Belichick over any current player in the NFL if starting a franchise. Easily.

Another clear winner this weekend was Pierre Thomas. Reggie Bush will obviously remain in the mix, but Thomas is going to be a guy to target in fantasy leagues this year.

I still think the Giants should have traded for Braylon Edwards, but it's hard to argue with Jerry Reese at this point. Will Beatty could go down as one of the bigger steals of the draft, and while New York didn't need a running back, how could you pass up Andre Brown at that point (129th pick)? Ramses Barden, who went to Cal Poly like myself, will be someone I'm rooting for.

I applaud the Jets' aggressiveness. This draft certainly didn't help their depth, but I'm one who says Mark Sanchez has the better career than Matthew Stafford. Addressing the QB position was a must. Moreover, Shonn Greene looks like an immediate upgrade over Thomas Jones, who suddenly is in serious jeopardy of getting cut. At age 31 with a new coaching regime taking over, it's probably not the best time to be bitching about a contract. Jones' fantasy value takes a huge tumble with the Greene selection. I'd definitely draft Greene ahead of the veteran, no doubt about it, as New York's staff is in love with the rookie.

Da Raiders!!! Darrius Heyward-Bey is fast. OK fine, Al Davis must have him. But why not trade down then? As for their second round pick, Michael Mitchell, he was the first player this decade drafted in the second round who wasn't even invited to the combine. Word is Chicago might have drafted him just two picks later, but most teams gave him a seventh round/free agent grade. Speed. Kills. Draft grade: F –

Jeremy Maclin was an interesting choice by Philadelphia, if only because he's such a similar receiver to DeSean Jackson. Still, the team could use another wideout, and I'm sure Andy Reid will utilize him effectively. LeSean McCoy needs to improve his blocking, but he immediately becomes the backup to Brian Westbrook. He's doubtful to have any value unless Westbrook gets hurt, but that's a near certainty at some point, so he's an important handcuff.

I'm not too high on any rookie WRs, and especially one playing in Pittsburgh. Still, don't be surprised if Mike Wallace passes Limas Sweed on the depth chart. Ziggy Hood is a pretty cool name.

Watching ESPN's draft coverage, one thing was apparent: Steve Young = very good. Herm Edwards = very bad.

As someone whose family has 49er season tickets, God bless Al Davis for letting Michael Crabtree slip. In Mike Singletary's offense with no quarterback, it's hardly an ideal landing spot for Crabtree's fantasy value. Still, he's the real deal and should be the first rookie WR taken this year while immediately becoming SF's No. 1 option in the passing game. He's supposedly battling Josh Morgan to start at split end, but I can't fathom why both can't be starters. It's safe to say I will be purchasing a Crabtree jersey soon. Glen Coffee is the guy to handcuff to Frank Gore, but he's not a big threat to take many touches.

Jason Smith is going to be a very good player, and left tackle is the second most position on the field. It also helps Steven Jackson's fantasy value. Still, the Rams should have taken Mark Sanchez. Marc Bulger is done for.

When it comes to Josh Freeman, I vote "bust" not "boom." Pretty funny how he has come out and said the Bucs' signing of Byron Leftwich was only a "smokescreen" so the team could draft him.

Brian Orakpo could be the next Vernon Gholston. Washington still badly needs a quarterback.