Harrington would love new target

The addition of Kellen Winslow would be a huge help in the development of quarterback Joey Harrington.

Updated: April 20, 2004, 9:07 AM ET
By By Darrell Trimble | NFL Insider
The Detroit Lions hosted University of Miami tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. Thursday, and it became apparent that he is the primary player the club is focusing on with the sixth pick in the draft. It makes sense, considering the Lions could desperately use an impact player on offense.

At least one scout has called him the best offensive player in the draft and Houston Texans General Manager Charley Casserly called the outspoken Winslow one of the best tight end prospects he has scouted in his 27 years in the league.

"He looks like the complete package," Casserly said at the combine. "He's big, strong, runs and catches the ball extremely well. He's improving as a blocker. I like his maturity as well. There just aren't any weaknesses that I can see."


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