My colleague Todd McShay posted his first 2013 mock draft 
this week, and while there is still much to be determined in terms of draft order, team needs and which non-seniors will declare, many of the players in that projection will ultimately be first-round picks based on value.
Still, not making the initial first-round mock -- or the first round on draft day -- doesn't mean a prospect isn't capable of making an impact at the next level.
Below are three players who project as Day 2 picks at this point but have the potential to become early contributors in the NFL based on their skill sets, as well as a later-round sleeper with the potential to become a valuable reserve.
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Todd McShay (left) is the director of college scouting for Scouts Inc. McShay, who played quarterback at Richmond, has been evaluating NFL prospects since 1998. Follow Todd on Twitter: @McShay13
Steve Muench (middle) played guard at Richmond and worked in the athletic department there and at Boston College before joining Scouts Inc. in 2002. Follow Steve on Twitter: @SteveMuenchESPN
Kevin Weidl (right) is a former quarterback for Indiana (Pa.) University who worked in the pro scouting department for the New York Jets before joining Scouts Inc. in 2007. Follow Kevin on Twitter: @Kevin_Weidl
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