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April 24, 2010

Running backs: Meet the Wallflowers of the NFL

Running backs: Meet the Wallflowers of the NFL Draft The drop in draft position isn’t just a fluke based on years of weak running-back classes. Teams are reacting to the fact that running backs’ typical NFL lifespan is only 2.57 years, shorter than any other position, according to the NFL Players Association. That’s about half…
Culture  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
April 24, 2010

First-round ratings see 23 percent spike

First-round ratings see 23 percent spike NEW YORK — The ratings for ESPN’s first NFL draft in prime time were up 23 percent from last year. The cable network says it had a 5.3 rating and 7.2 million viewers for the first round of the draft held Thursday night at Radio City Music Hall. It’s…