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Boston Only one big surprise in the first round Past Number One Draft Picks What the past ten number one draft picks are doing now year player drafted by status 1988 Aundray Bruce Atlanta Starting LB, Atlanta 1987 Vinny Testaverde Tampa Bay Starting QB, Tampa Bay 1986 Bo Jackson Tampa Bay Starting RB, L.A. Raiders 1985 Bruce Smith Buffalo Starting DE, Buffalo 1984 Irving Fryar New England Starting WR, New England 1983 John Elway Baltimore Starting QB, Denver 1982 Kenneth Sims New England DE, New England 1981 George Rogers New Orleans Out of football 1980 Billy Sims Detroit Out of football 1979 Tom Cousineau Buffalo Out of football thought he had kissed Oliver goodbye. But for some reason, Oliver was stil! on the board when the Bears were picking at the 25th spot, so the Dolphins traded with the Bears and got the daily double, selecting Oliver. The Bears and Dolphins came away looking the best from the first round. The Bears took defensive back Donnell Woolford of Clemson and defensive lineman Trace Armstrong from Florida, the two players they coveted.

Miami got two players rated in the top dozen. From the Patriots' point of view, they were happy getting Dykes. But Miami and Indianapolis also did well. Buffalo, without a firstround selection, couldn't make a mistake here. But what about the Jets and the aforementioned Lageman? About the only ones who weren't stunned by this pick were the Los Angeles Raiders.

The Raiders were going to make him their first choice. "We think there is a shot Jeff Lageman of Virginia will be there," Ron Wolf, player personnel director of the Raiders, said the day before the draft. "and if he is. we will take him. You can take that to the bank." Los Angeles, however, didn't have a first -round pick.

In fact, the Raiders weren't picking until 39th overall. By Will McDonough took Smith with the ninth pick Globe NEW YORK As much as any NFL draft in recent memory, this one went off practically as billed, which had not happened lately. Analysis And then there was Jeff Lage- man. The top 10 picks rolled off the board right on schedule, with the lone exception of San Diego taking defensive lineman Burt Grossman of Pitt, who also is getting some notoriety as Margo Adams' stepbrother. The Chargers, choosing eighth, tried to work several deals, including one for Bears quarterback Jim McMahon, until they were forced to name someone.

They wanted linebacker Broderick Thomas of Nebraska, but he was scooped two picks earlier by Tampa Bay. Yet Grossman figured to go in the top 15, so it was no big deal. And then there was Jeff Lageman. From Nos. 10 to 20, it was relatively smooth sailing, with the exception of the New York Jets, who selected a linebacker from Virginia most scouts rated as a third-rounder.

at best. And then there was Jeff Lageman. Cleveland gave away four draft choices to move up from 20th to Chargers Continued from page C1 Jr. listed Grossman the eighthbest available athlete in the draft, regardless of position. Whether the Chargers' next two draft choices will have as much of an impact as Grossman is projected to have appears open for debate.

Drafting ninth in the second round, the Chargers selected Rice center Courtney Hall. despite the fact he generally was not rated any higher than fourth among centers in the draft. The Chargers were reportedly offered a No. 1 draft choice for next year within minutes of taking Hall. However, neither Ortmayer nor Henning would reveal which team made the offer.

The Chargers then dealt the New York Giants their third, fourth and one of three seventhround picks this year in exchange for the Giants' second-round selection and 51st overall. With that pick the Chargers selected Texas Tech quarterback Billy Joe Tolliver. Chargers officials claimed three or four other teams were interested in the strong-armed, but erratic Tolliver. including Cincinnati, which had a selection just four picks after the Chargers. However, the 6-1, 218-pound Tolliver generally ranked far down the list of available quarterbacks in a year that was already being considered average at best for the position.

With no picks in the third or fourth rounds, the Chargers selected Alcorn State cornerback Elliot Smith in the fifth round with the 120th pick overall. With two picks in the seventh round. the Chargers today selected Florida State fullback Marion Butts (6-0, 249) with the 183rd overall pick, and took Tulane quarterback Terrence Jones 208) 12 picks later. In the eighth round, the club 13th in a trade with Denver, then took Eric Metcalf of Texas. No big deal.

Cleveland had said it would try to do this, for two reasons. They wanted a runner and they didn't want a lot of draft choices. Under new rules, a team can only have 80 players under contract June 1. Before the draft began, Cleveland had more than 90. Philadelphia was in the same boat, so they traded seven choices to get a Bears fourth-round choice.

The Bears, meanwhile, did not sign any players during the Plan free agency (when 229 players in the league moved to other teams) so they could use all the choices anyone wanted to give them. And then there was Jeff Lage- Davis (6-3, 255) of Syracuse with their ninth selection. While the Chargers have some areas of greater need linebacker, cornerback. offensive line and quarterback club officials believe the addition of Grossman will help strengthen the pass rush, thereby creating pressure and improving the entire defense unit. "I don't care that the perception is that we may be strong in this area." said Henning.

"This is one area that we can improve on, and we did." Said defensive coordinator Ron Lynn: "I've always said I would rather have a pass rusher than a cover guy. I think they have more of an impact." Even though Grossman appears to be a solid choice, he comes with some negatives. At times his work ethic and maturity level have been questioned. His personality has also been characterized by some as Grossman attempted to set the record straight when he flew out from Philadelphia Sunday night to meet the media. "All the weird stories are from two or three years ago," said Grossman.

"I don't go out much. As I got older and more mature. I just didn't do anything But Grossman's image has been formed by stories such as the one in which he and his roommate owned a pit bull and named it "Bernie" after New York subway vigilante Bernhard Goetz. Or the time he reportedly tried to sneak a six-pack of beer on the plane en route to the Blue-Gray Game? Grossman denied the story, saying he doesn't even drink beer because he's allergic to it. There were also rumors in the week before the draft that Grossman had dropped 20-25 pounds from his 265-pound frame.

Grossman spent most of this past week staging -ins for concerned teams. Although the second-round picks, particularly the selection of man. In fact, things were going SO good in this draft, teams from spots 20 0 to 28 felt fortunate and lucky. Indianapolis, dying for a wide receiver, never thought it would get a shot at either Andre Rison of Michigan State or Hart Lee Dykes of Oklahoma State, the two -rated receivers in the draft. Rison, rated the fourth-best athlete in the draft, fell all the way to 21st for the Colts.

And how about Miami. Don Shula said two days before the draft he would pick between defensive back Louis Oliver of Florida and running back Sammie Smith of Florida State. "I'll be happy with either one of those guys." Shula Burt Grossman is congratulated by his neighbor Helen Hughs. "We felt Tolliver had some uniqueness about him." said Ortmaver. Said Henning: "The guy has the kind of arm that you have to have to get the ball deep and win in this league.

He has a great deal of charisma for the position. The people we talked to felt that when this guy is in the huddle. he's the boss and the players play better when he's there." Henning made it clear that Tolliver will get a shot at quarterback where he will face competition from returning players Mark Malone and Mark Vlasic and freeagent David Archer. "Under certain circumstances. he's good enough to play next vear." Henning said.

"If he's the best guy, then he'll play." The Chargers might not have had to move up to draft Tolliver had they been able to make a deal earlier in the day. The McMahon trade never gathered steam. Why? Bears tree. it's not going to work." Said Henning: "Obviously we weren't as interested. Maybe we didn't offer enough Another deal that fell through was the Washington-Atlanta deal.

The way the trade had been proposed. the Chargers would trade their No. 1 pick to the Falcons for running back Gerald Riggs. The Chargers then would ship Riggs to Washington for Humphries drafted in the sixth round last year during which he was coached by Henning a backup offensive lineman and draft choices. Said Ortmaver: "From Day 1.

Washington knew what they wanted, and it looked like they were going to get it. Atlanta knew what they wanted, and it looked like they were going to get it. What we wanted never materialized. "There was no reason for us to enter the picture." The Skins and Falcons eventually pulled off the deal with Riggs going to Washington along with a tabbed Dana Brison (5-9, 167), a Tolliver, were questioned Sunday, Coach Mike Ditka said, "If one No. 5 draft pick in 1990 and the wide receiver from Nebraska.

The Ortmayer and Henning strongly team (the Chargers) wants an or- Redskins giving up a second-round Chargers then took tight end Pat supported them. chard (McMahon) for an apple pick and their No. 1 pick in 1990. A quick look at the Chargers' draft picks By Kevin Scattareggia celeration. If he puts his mind to it, there's no of his passes as a sophomore.

Threw 13 inTimes Advocate Sportswriter telling what this blue chip athlete can accom- terceptions as a junior against just seven plish at the pro level." touchdowns, while completing nearly 50 Capsule summaries of the Chargers' early-round draft choices. Joel Buchsbaum's 2. Courtney Hall (2nd round, 37th over- percent. His senior season was his best as all), 265, Rice The youngest he threw for 2.869 yards. 20 TDs and 11 incomments are from "Scouts Notebook." Mel Kiper comments are from "1989 Draft player eligible for the draft (20), Hall is ex- terceptions, completing more than 50 perpected to compete for a starting job at a po- cent of his passes for the first time in his Report." 1.

Burt Grossman (1st round, 8th overall), sition that is a question mark for the Char- career. DE, 6-foot-5, 265 pounds, Pittsburgh gers. Veteran Don Macek is coming off Buchsbaum: "Showed good improvement shoulder surgery and the starter the rest of as a senior. He has a strong, quick arm. Rated by most to be the top pass rusher in the season was free-agent Dan Rosado.

Shows signs of maturing. Somewhat short. the draft. His stock rose dramatically in the as he performed well in all-star Hall was rated highly among college cen- Erratic passer. Doesn't always show good postseason and also in the league's combine ters.

judgment. Lacks mobility and running A strong, intelligent player who was rec- Kiper: "Plagued by periods of games workout. erratic play. Was bothered by ankle injury during se- ognized a as a gifted student and attended He's not one of your more accurate passers, nior season. Still registered 71 tackles, sev- kindergarten at 4 years old and high school and doesn't always make the right decien sacks and 15 tackles for losses.

at 12. Was a starter for Rice in his frehsman sions, failing to effectively read defenses. Despite attributes, comes with some bag- year at the age of 16. Timed in 4.93 for 40 Arm strength is outstanding. but he lacks including reports that he has lost con- yards.

touch." gage, siderable weight in recent weeks. The rea- Buchsbaum: "Fine athlete with quickness 5. Elliot Smith (5th round, 120th overall), son this is of concern is because of the and speed. Smart, aggressive and plays 6-2, 190, Alcorn State After league's ban of strength-enhancing anabo- hurt. get bigger and bulkier as he starting at free safety as a freshman, Smith Should lic steriods.

Grossman denied the reports, matures. Appears to be on the come and will saw limited action in both '87 and '88. Rated saying he now weighs 270 pounds. a good chance to make it if he can play as an underachiever by many draft observhave The other concern with Grossman is his at ers. Still was selected for Senior Bowl.

270 reputation and is certainly quick enough to get out at Buchsbaum: "Has the size, speed, fluid for having a "flaky" personality. Kiper: "Does a solid job in pass protection Buchsbaum: "Excellent speed, athletic balance and control. Tremen- the linebacker, but he will have problems body movements, acceleration and cover ability handling physical nose tackles initially in the you look for in a cornerback and can ability, dous pass-rush potential. Very immature, play and lacks discipline. Does what he NFL.

Lack of ideal size is the only major bump-and-run. Inconsistent player who has though, drawback." had a lot of academic and injury problems. feels like doing. Could mature into a great if he stops like a spoiled rich 3. Billy Joe Tolliver (2nd round, 79 over- Isn't as as competitive or dedicated as you'd player all), QB, 6-1, 215, Texas Tech The Char- like.

Has ability but is an underachiever who behaving kid." gers rated him as the quarterback with the must get his priorities in order. Boom-orKiper: "Pitt's Burt Grossman has without established himself as not only the best arm strength in the draft. However, the bust question major knock against him is his inconsisten- Kiper: "Has had ups and downs at Alcorn, top cy. failing to show any consistency at all. defensive linemen available, but also one of the elite players at any position.

PhysiStarted last three games as a redshirt cally, you won't find a more impressive corShows natural pass rush instincts, can close on the quarterback with a quick burst of acfreshman, then completed only 45 percent nerback outside of Deion Sanders. TIMES-ADVOCATE, Escondido, Monday, April 24, 1989 C3 1989 First Round NFL Draft Selections 1 Dallas 15 Seattle (from Indianapolis) Alkman, QB, UCLA Andy Heck, OT, Notre Dame 2 Green Bay 16 New England Tony Mandarich, OT, Mich. St. Hart Lee Dykes, WR, Okla, St. 3 Detroit 17 Phoenix (from Seattle) Barry Sanders, RB, Oklahoma St.

Joe Wolf, OG, Boston College 4 Kansas City 18 New York Giants Derrick Thomas, LB, Alabama Brian Williams, 0G, Minnesota 5 Atlanta 19 New Orleans Deion Sanders, DB, Florida St. Wayne Martin, DE, Arkansas 6 Tampa Bay Denver (from Cleveland) Broderick Thomas, LB, Nebraska Steve Atwater, DB, Arkansas 7 Pittsburgh 21 Los Angeles Rams Tim Worley, RB, Georgia BIll Hawkins, DE, Miami, Fla. 8 San Diego 22 Indianapolis (from Philadelphia) Burt Grossman, DE, Pittsburgh Andre Rison, WR, Mich. St. 9 Miami (23 Houston Sammie Smith, RB, Florida St.

David Williams, OT, Florida 10 Phoenix 24 Pittsburgh (from Minnesota) Eric HIII, LB, LSU Tom Ricketts, OT, Pittsburgh 11 Chicago (from L.A. Raiders) (25 Miami (from Chicago) Donnell Woolford, DB, Clemson Louis Oliver, DB, Florida 12 Chicago (from Washington) 26 L.A. Rams (from Buffalo) Trace Armstrong, DE, Florida Cleveland Gary, RB, Miami, Fla. 13 Cleveland (from Denver) Atlanta (from Cincinnati) Eric Metcalf, RB. Texas Shawn Collins, WR, I N.

Arizona New York Jets Francisco 28 Jeff Lageman, LB, Virginia Keith DeLong, LB, Tennessee AP Carl Lewis and company hit the track scorching By Gary Jones ton exchange the result of Los Angeles Daily News WALNUT Foiled in an attempt to break the world record in the 4x200-meter relay on Saturday, Carl Lewis and the Santa Monica Track Club showed up again Sunday in Walnut to make an unscheduled appearance in the 4x100 relay. The race ended up being a rare highlight during the final day of the 31st annual Mt. San Antonio College Relays. The quartet of Joe DeLoach, Flovd Heard. Mark Witherspoon and Lewis scorched the track in 38.63 seconds, easily the quickest time in the event in the world during the early season.

The time, however, was well off the world record of 37.83, which the U.S. National team of Sam Graddy, Ron Brown, Calvin Smith and Lewis established in winning the gold medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. DeLoach. Heard, Lewis and former UCLA sprinter Danny Everett had attempted to set a record in the 4x200 on Saturday, but finished well off the mark after having had problems on the final ba- miscommunication between the athletes and lane officials. There were very few challenges to records in the unusually disorganized Mount SAC affair, which was redesigned to feature two days of competition involving world-class athletes.

With few exceptions, the performances were predominantly mediocre. Former discus world-record holder Wolfgang Schmidt got off the world's longest throw of 1989 to defeat American rival and close friend Mac Wilkins. Schmidt, who won a silver medal for East Germany in the 1976 Montreal Olympics behind Wilkins' gold, had a winning throw of 219-feet. The 35-year-old Schmidt, who held the world record at 233-5 from 1978-81, and Wilkins, 38, resumed their longtime rivalry last year after Schmidt emigrated from East Germany to West Germany. In a match of fellow U.S.

Olympian shot putters, Jim Doehring got off an effort of on his final attempt to edge Gregg Tafralis by three inches. ine Associated Press Aztecs' Tony Ross to transfer The Times Advocate SAN DIEGO San Diego State guard Tony Ross. the last player remaining from the Smokey Gaines era. has decided to transfer to a school near his hometown of Portland. according to Aztecs assistant Coach Kevin McLeod.

Ross, who was recruited by former Coach Smokey Gaines before Gaines was fired following the 1986-87 season, holds SDSU's career record for point field goals (270). He led the team in scoring as a freshman (16.3 points a game) and sophomore (15.9). But he didn't get as much playing time under Coach Jim Brandenburg last season and his average dipped to 12.3. Ross has one year of eligibility left. but it is not clear whether he will continue to play basketball.

Ross is the third Aztecs player to announce a transfer. The others are freshman forward Alex Sund. who quit the team to enroll in a Colorado community college, and freshman forward Dana Jackson, who announced last week that he intends to transfer to Minnesota. Four players, only one of whom was a starter, remain on the roster from last season. The starter, senior Michael Best, was suspended from the team in March after failing a drug test, but he is attending classes and is expected to return next year.

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