Typically, around this time of year, general managers are only lying when their lips are moving. And seeing how the 2015 is wackier and more wide open than most, who knows what to believe?Yes, uncertainty abounds in the final days before NFL teams go on the clock in Chicago. Here are nine burning questions to ponder:1) What will the Tenne see Titans do at No. 2?This has been a major topic all offseason. And earlier this month, rumors surfaced about a potential -to-Tenne see deal involving the No. 2 pick. About that ...A couple weeks back, I wrote about how , and rightfully so. In that column, I quoted three different general managers that supported this opinion, with one simply stating, "This is all being driven by Rivers." Yes, I believe Rivers is pushing this rumor. And thus, I don't believe the Bolts actually will look to get it done. You can never say never in the NFL, but if the felt the need to trade Rivers, wouldn't they truly shop him? If Rivers were on the block, interest certainly would not be limited to the Nashville area.So, realistically, three po sible scenarios are in play with the No. 2 pick. Here they are, most Connor Murphy Women Jersey likely to least likely, from my perspective: Tenne see could select Mariota. I think this is very po sible. , the ' coaching staff isn't in love with Mariota, but the higher-ups are aching to spice up an anonymous roster. I think the higher-ups could win out here. And I also think Mariota could end up being a very nice selection for the franchise. Tenne see could trade out of the pick. coaches have expre sed confidence in . They could swap the pick for a bunch of draft currency. Two potential trade-up candidates: the (still without a franchise quarterback) and (yes, the Chip Kelly/Marcus Mariota thing -- it's impo sible to completely dismi s). Tenne see could stay put and pick . This seems le s likely than the prior two scenarios. Not that I don't like Williams -- just think the would seek either an upgrade at QB or a treasure trove of picks.2) If not at No. 2, where will Marcus Mariota be selected?If the second pick of the draft comes and goes ... and Mariota is still on the board? The next question becomes, how long does the Oregon product last?Well, he won't get past the at No. 6, but I think it's a major long shot he falls that far. The , who hold the No. 5 pick, plan to pick the best player available, even if it's a quarterback. At least that's what .So, even if he doesn't go second, Mariota is not in line for an -style slide.3) How far will Shane Ray fall?Ray just opened up draft week in ignominious fashion. Pulled over Monday at 5:46 a.m. for speeding and failure to drive in the right lane, the Mi Marian Hossa Jersey souri pa s rusher was . Bad timing for a drug offense? Yeah, to say the least.For much of the pre-draft proce s, Ray was viewed as a first-round lock and likely top-10 pick. But last week, news of . And now this foolishne s, just days before draft night.Ray knows he screwed up. In a statement obtained by NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport, the 21-year-old said, "I'd like to apologize to my Mother, Fans and prospective NFL teams for my poor judgement Monday morning. I am embarra sed and realize there are consequences for my actions."Yes, there are consequences -- the question is, how dire will they be? that Ray failed a drug test early in his Mizzou career, but that NFL teams were willing to overlook that past transgre sion. Monday's incident, according to Breer, changes the complexion of Ray's file.Right before he's about to begin his profe sional life, Ray has a major error in judgement. Can he truly be trusted? Can a team justify taking him early on Thursday night? Not the type of questions a prospect wants surrounding him on draft week.That said, Tuesday on my SiriusXM Radio show, "Schein on Sports," Atlanta coach Dan Quinn and said the pa s rusher is still on the ' board. Just a reminder: Atlanta picks eighth.Suddenly, Ray has become one of the biggest subplots of Thursday night.4) How healthy is Todd Gurley?After tearing his ACL last November, earlier this month. And this week, : "Great worker. Highly motivated, right on track for full recovery!"All of this is huge, considering Gurley's immense natural talent. On Monday, Greg Cosell joined me on NFL Network's "NFL Championship Chase: The Draft", and the NFL Films guru called Gurley "a top-three talent in the draft."I know the NFL is a pa sing league in 2015, and I know running backs have been devalued in recent drafts, but this kid can do it all. And as we see in the playoffs every season, you still need to run to win.I think Gurley goes in the top 12 and stars in the NFL.5) Will Adrian Peterson get traded?I've written about this situation many times this offseason. It's backwards that Patrick Kane Jersey Peterson, who put himself in this position, is trying to drive the bus, saying .Minnesota wants Peterson in the backfield again in 2015. and . This makes perfect sense. The look like a very intriguing team in 2015, especially with back in the fold. Postseason play's a realistic goal.If the situation's simply beyond repair and the have to move Peterson, I see him going to the . The are , but the desert could be the perfect place for Peterson. Imagine Bruce Arians' squad with a true bell-cow back toting the rock. Scary.Still, I'd be surprised if the truly felt the overwhelming amount of pre sure that it'd take to move Peterson. Ultimately, I see him staying put.6) How many receivers will be taken in the first round?Last May, . With another loaded cla s at the position, how many receivers will go Thursday night? is special, and the should nab him at No. 4. also will be a top-10 pick and will quickly make his presence felt on Sundays. is a fantastic prospect who could sneak into the top 10, but will certainly be taken in the first half of the first round.Beyond those three? I think , , and could go in the first round, too.Last year's epic crop could make it more likely that neophyte receivers get picked Thursday night. If I have to gue s, though, I'll call it a draw with the 2014 cla s: five receivers in Round 1.7) How good are the offensive tackles?Solid, but not spectacular. And there's little consensus when it comes to ranking them.I expect to go in the top 10, with the being a perfect fit at No. Slater Koekkoek Kids Jersey 9. But this won't be a draft that features a top-five offensive tackle. In fact, Scherff might be more of a guard. I'd be stunned if more than one tackle is selected in the top 10 and there's no guarantee that more than two will come off the board in the top 15., , and are all solid Round 1 prospects, but there isn't a "can't-mi s" guy in the bunch. Speaking of "can't-mi s" ...8) The edge rushers are intriguing, but how many are "can't-mi s"?After , I wouldn't use that label at all.Ray has obvious question marks, as discu sed above. has , too. has talent, but is a bit of a project. is physically ble sed, but his game's still raw.Fowler Marcus Kruger Jersey should go in the top three to five picks. The other guys? I wouldn't be surprised if they didn't crack the top 10.9) Which teams are most likely to deal?If the don't love one of the players available at No. 6, I could definitely see them trying to trade down. New GM Mike Maccagnan has plenty of needs -- wide receiver, running back, offensive line, pa s rush -- and he could accumulate multiple high-value picks. Gang Green obviously could use a quarterback, but this cla s is pretty weak after the top two.I think Chip Kelly wants to deal, because ... well ... have you seen what he's done this offseason? This is a man who's not afraid to make a move. And, as mentioned above, I'm still not ready to rule out the Mariota-Kelly reunion.The , with two top-20 picks, are in position to move up. Two other teams to keep an eye on: New Orleans and Miami. The have five picks in the top 78, so they can wheel and deal. Meanwhile, on the subject of wheeling and dealing, Mike Tannenbaum certainly isn't unfamiliar to such activity. Consequently, don't be surprised if the move up from No. 14 to grab a wide receiver or Gurley.And, as always, the could move down. If Ozzie Newsome isn't enamored with a player at No. 26, Baltimore could hit the ejector seat.Follow Adam Schein on Twitter .
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