Combine workouts next hurdle in draft process

Updated: February 7, 2007, 11:36 AM ET

February will be a quiet month for Mel Kiper's Top 25 Big Board, but expect a lot of movement in March once the NFL combine (Feb. 21-27) and individual workouts conclude.

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By Mel Kiper Jr.
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Between now and the NFL combine (Feb. 21-27 in Indianapolis), there will be only slight changes to my Top 25 Big Board. The movement you see on the board is based on film evaluation from a player's career. Expect more movement and changes on the Big Board after the combine and individual workouts take place.

1. Calvin Johnson*, WR, Georgia Tech (6-4, 225) | previous: Same
He's not only a tremendous athlete, but he's a hard worker and very team oriented. Based on the needs of the Raiders and Lions, Johnson might not be the No. 1 overall pick, but he won't fall out of the top five.

2. Joe Thomas, OT, Wisconsin (6-6½, 313) | previous: Same
Huge, quick and athletic with a long wingspan.

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