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Dr. Z's Draft Preview
Paul Zimmerman
April 27, 1992
The Indianapolis colts have the first two picks in the upcoming NFL draft—the first time a team has had that luxury in 34 years—and they say they're not going to trade either of them. "You win with defense," says Colt general manager Jim Irsay, "and that's what we're taking with our first two picks." Washington defensive tackle Steve Emtman is a lock for the top spot. According to Irsay, Texas A&M linebacker Quentin Coryatt shades Pitt defensive lineman Sean Gilbert for the second.
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April 27, 1992

Dr. Z's Draft Preview

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9 BROWNS, David Klingler, QB, HOUSTON
Great talent, but must learn pro offense. TE Derek Brown figured here, but Cleveland can't pass up this QB.

10 SEAHAWKS, Bob Whitfield, T, STANFORD
"Another Luis Sharpe," say the scouts. RB a need, but Seattle hopes to get one later.

11 STEELERS, Vaughn Dunbar, RB, INDIANA
The nation's premier runner will add zip to a stodgy attack. Falcons might trade up to get him.

12 DOLPHINS, Kevin Smith, CB, TEXAS A & M
Good fundamentals and cover ability. Scouts agree he's the third-best DB on the hoard.

13 BENGALS (trade with Cowboys, from Vikings), Chester McGlockton, DT-DE, CLEMSON
At 340 pounds, he's a big gamble. Another Perry-but which one, the Refrigerator or Michael Dean?

14 GIANTS, Derek Brown, TE, NOTRE DAME
Offense misses the Mark Bavaro dimension. Terrific recent workouts for this 6'5�", 250-pounder.

15 JETS, Ray Roberts, T, VIRGINIA
New York is loaded with guards, but needs a pure tackle. At 6'5�", 312 pounds, Roberts fits the bill.

16 RAIDERS, Alonzo Spellman, BE, OHIO STATE
Tremendous physical ability. Stock rose when he was the star of the combine workouts.

17 FALCONS from Packers from Eagles, Tony Smith, RB, SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI
Atlanta threw well in '91 but couldn't run. Wants to add speed for the new Georgia Dome's artificial turf.

18 49ERS, Dale Carter, CB, TENNESSEE
Converted safety, but has the speed (4.49 for the 40). Also talented kick and punt returner.

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