Ten best available on Day 2
Courtney Upshaw, Cordy Glenn should come off the board quickly
Originally Published: April 27, 2012
By
Mel Kiper Jr. | ESPN Insider
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Second-round mock | Round 1 winners and question marks | Best available on Day 2Here is a look at the 10 best available players on Mel Kiper's board after the first day of the 2012 NFL draft.
1. LB Courtney Upshaw, Alabama
A high-effort player, Upshaw could be a 4-3 defensive end or a 3-4 outside linebacker. A bit of a tweener, he has great strength and productivity.
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