Alge Crumpler, Patriots: Coaches in New England love his professionalism and how he has no problems accepting whatever role is thrown at him. That sounds like code for "doesn't mind staying in to block." Pass on Crumpler, but keep an eye on rookies Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez.
Jermichael Finley, Packers: Closed the season with four touchdowns in the final five games. Green Bay says he'll also line up in the slot, which is never a bad place for a tight end.
Antonio Gates, Chargers: Turned 30 in June, which would be a problem if he was a running back. But he's not, as evidenced by that 5-year, $36 million contract extension San Diego threw at him in July. Select him with confidence.
Todd Heap, Ravens: Baltimore drafted TEs Ed Dickson (Oregon) and Dennis Pitta (BYU) in the third and fourth rounds, respectively. Heap's just a mediocre option anymore, but Pitta looks like he has a future as a receiver.
Zach Miller, Raiders: Is probably going to lead Oakland in catches and will provide value to those who prefer to take tight ends late.
Visanthe Shiancoe, Vikings: Another guy who should pick up the dinner check whenever he's out with Brett Favre. Might not get you 80 catches, but only Vernon Davis (13) had more touchdowns than "Shank" last year (11) among tight ends.
Jason Witten, Cowboys: The Cowboys have promised to give Witten more opportunities in the red zone. After a 94-catch season last year that included just two touchdowns, they can't give him less.
QUICK TAKE
On the way up: Jermichael Finley, Packers
On the way down: Tony Gonzalez, Falcons
Riskiest pick: Chris Cooley, Redskins
Sleeper: Zach Miller, Raiders
Please avoid: Owen Daniels, Texans
Top rookie: Aaron Hernandez, Patriots
THE DRAFT BOARD: The Top 20 (bye week next to team name)
1. Dallas Clark, Colts 7
2. Antonio Gates, Chargers 10
3. Jason Witten, Cowboys 4
4. Vernon Davis, 49ers 9
5. Jermichael Finley, Packers 10
6. Brent Celek, Eagles 8
7. Zach Miller, Raiders 10
8. Kellen Winslow, Buccaneers 4
9. Visanthe Shiancoe, Vikings 4
10. Tony Gonzalez, Falcons 8
11. Chris Cooley, Redskins 9
12. Dustin Keller, Jets 7
13. Greg Olsen, Bears 8
14. Owen Daniels, Texans 7
15. Fred Davis, Redskins 9
16. John Carlson, Seahawks 5
17. Heath Miller, Steelers 5
18. Aaron Hernandez, Patriots 5
19. Bo Scaife, Titans 9
20. Jermaine Gresham, Bengals 6
