Originally Published: April 3, 2008

Rivers, Ellis re-affirm thier grades; Baker stumbles, Washington surprises

There was a circus atmosphere surrounding USC's pro day but plenty of helpful information came out of the madness, writes Todd McShay.

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USC sent more prospects than any other school to this year's Senior Bowl (nine) and scouting combine (12), so it came as no surprise when a three-ring circus of NFL personnel and credentialed media showed up on Wednesday to witness the Trojans' annual early-April pro day workout.

Coaches and scouts were particularly interested in the workouts of five potential first-round picks: OLB Keith Rivers, DT Sedrick Ellis, TE Fred Davis, OT Sam Baker and DE Lawrence Jackson. Rivers (ankle) and Baker (MCL sprain) were working out for the first time as injuries prevented them from participating at the combine.

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2008 NFL DRAFT

The 2008 draft lasted 14 hours, 26 minutes. Michigan offensive tackle Jake Long (above), selected by Miami, was the No. 1 overall pick. This year's Mr. Irrelevant -- the last pick in the draft -- is David Vobora, a linebacker from Idaho selected by St. Louis with the 252nd pick.

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Day 2
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