Fantasy Football

The Facts:
With the 23rd pick in the 2008 NFL Draft, the Steelers select Illinois' Mendehall. Reported by FootballDiehards.com

Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Pittburgh finds a back capable of taking some of the workload off Willie Parker's back. According to his NFL.com scouting report, the 5-11, 210-pound Mendenhall has a low center of gravity and thick legs making him a punishing force running between the tackles while still boasting a quick burst and second gear to elude defenders in the open field. Set school rushing records for most yardage (1,681) and touchdowns (17) in 2007 while also establishing an annual record with 1,999 all-purpose yards.

Profile

2008 NFL Draft Coverage; Round 2 Begins
Giants Select S Kenny Phillips At No. 31
Jets Select TE Dustin Keller At No. 30
49ers Select DT Kentwan Balmer At No. 29
Seahawks Select DE Lawrence Jackson At No. 28
Chargers Select CB Antoine Cason At No. 27
Texans Select OT Duane Brown At No. 26
Cowboys Select CB Mike Jenkins At No. 25
Titans Select RB Chris Johnson At No. 24
Steelers Select RB Rashard Mendenhall At No. 23
Cowboys Select RB Felix Jones At No. 22
Falcons Select OT Sam Baker At No. 21
Buccaneers Select CB Aqib Talib At No. 20
Panthers Select OT Jeff Otah At No. 19
Ravens Select QB Joe Flacco At No. 18
Lions Select OT Gosder Cherilus At No. 17
Cardinals Select CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie At No. 16
Chiefs Select OT Albert Brandon At No. 15