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          The NFL draft is coming ... soon

          • Andrea Adelson, ESPN Senior WriterApr 28, 2014, 08:00 PM
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          We still have 10 days to go until the NFL draft kicks off, and yes, the extra few weeks have made the process seem almost interminable.

          So to make the time pass just a little faster, we bring you the latest from our NFL draft experts.

          Jon Gruden shares his thoughts on Clemson quarterback Tajh Boyd, after the two spent time together at Gruden's QB Camp. Among the biggest takeaways: Gruden wants to see more consistency out of Boyd. That means a more even performance in games, and a better understanding of what his responsibilities are as a quarterback.

          Gruden also critiques Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, who also spent time with him in Orlando, Fla., at the QB Camp. Gruden seemed extremely impressed with Bridgewater's mental toughness and instant recall on every play anaylzed on film. The gloves, of course, also come up.

          Meanwhile, Todd McShay presents his All-Tape team, filled with players whose game film he most enjoys. The ACC reps:

          • Jeremiah Attaochu, DE/OLB Georgia Tech: McShay praises Attaochu for being a tireless worker and having "exceptional instincts as a pass rusher." He projects as an early second-round selection.

          • Devonta Freeman, RB, Florida State: McShay is candid in his assessment of Freeman: He "runs like his hair is on fire." One other major plus -- Freeman does not lose the football.

          • Aaron Donald, DT, Pitt: You already know plenty about Donald, but here is one more impressive tidbit: McShay says Donald played the highest percentage of snaps among any draftable defensive lineman in this class. Top-15 projection now for Donald.

          McShay also lists the 32 best draft prospects who have come out in the past five years. To make his ranking, McShay ordered his final player grades from the past five drafts. The players with ACC ties that ended up ranked:

          And in case you missed it, 30 prospects have agreed to attend the draft in New York. Even though Louisville did not play in the ACC, we are going to include the Cards players in draft coverage. Here are the players with ACC ties headed to the draft, which goes from May 8-10: