The Facts: With the 52nd pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, the Cardinals select Notre Dames’ Niklas.
Diehards Line:HC Bruce Arians prefers his TEs to be more blocker than receiver, so this pick might not be as exciting as it might seem. According to his NFL.com scouting report, Niklas boasts an intriguing combination of size, athleticism, receiving ability and blocking ability to develop into a bona fide, balanced, No. 1 tight end. A converted linebacker, he has played tight end for just two years and is clearly ascending. The same can't be said of current Cards TE Rob Housler. ... Get complete draft results on our expanded NFL Draft Page, which is updated as each pick is made.