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2018 NFL Draft Coverage

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Mike Hughes – First Round, 30th Overall
 
In the News
Breaking Down Mike Hughes – DailyNorseman.com
Vikings Draft UCF cornerback Hughes with 30th Pick – Star Tribune
Vikings add some defensive muscle in No. 1 draft pick Mike Hughes – Star Tribune
Vikings Introduce Top Draft Choice Mike Hughes – WCCO
Why Vikings fans should be excited about Mike Hughes – Draft Wire
Vikings make UCF's Mike Hughes a first-round pick at No. 30 – Orlando Sentinel
 
Vikings' Coverage
Mike Hughes Excited to Get in Mix with Vikings DBs
Hughes Plays Bigger Than His Size at Cornerback
Mike Hughes to Wear Vikings Number 21
Transcript: Mike Hughes' Introductory Press Conference
New Vikings CB Mike Hughes Excited to Join League's Top-Ranked Defense
5 Things to Know About New Vikings CB Mike Hughes
Vikings Select UCF CB Mike Hughes in Round 1



Tre'Quan Smith – Third Round, 91st Overall

 
In the News
After sitting patient, Saints take UCF wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith in third round – The Advocate
Saints acquire a toy for Drew Brees in 3rd round with WR Tre'Quan Smith – Daily Advertiser
7 things to know about Saints third-round pick Tre'Quan Smith – The Times-Picayunne
Analysis: Tre'Quan Smith's skills should translate well to Saints' offense – The Advocate
UCF's Smith goes to Saints with 91st pick – Orlando Sentinel
 
Saints' Coverage
New Orleans Saints select Tre'Quan Smith with third-round pick
Five Things to Know about New Orleans Saints WR Tre'Quan Smith



Jordan Akins – Third Round, 98th Overall


In the News
UCF's Akins thrilled to be picked by Houston Texans in 3rd round – Orlando Sentinel
Texans draft UCF TE Jordan Akins in third round – Houston Chronicle
Former Rangers prospect goes to Houston – in third round of NFL draft – Dallas News
Senior Bowl convinced Bill O'Brien of Jordan Akins – Texans Wire
 
Texans' Coverage
Third-Rounder for Texans is UCF TE Jordan Akins
Texans select UCF tight end Jordan Akins No. 98
 



Shaquem Griffin – Fifth Round, 141st Overall

 
News of Griffin being drafted was covered all over the world, including Australia, Pakistan, Ireland, New Zealand, and Germany.
 
In the News
Shaquem Griffin reunites with brother in Seattle – Orlando Sentinel
Drafted teammates shocked as Shaquem Griffin still awaits his moment – Orlando Sentinel
LB Shaquem Griffin soaks up NFL Draft red carpet opportunity – Orlando Sentinel
Shaquem Griffin's NFL Story Begins Now – Sports Illustrated
Shaquem Griffin embraces the opportunity to prove doubters wrong again – USA Today
Shaquem Griffin on emotional day: 'It was like I was dreaming' – ESPN
The 7 coolest parts about Shaquem Griffin's amazing NFL Draft day – SB Nation
Shaquem Griffin was in the bathroom when he got his draft day call – For The Win
Call to Shaquem Griffin gives Seahawks' draft one indelible moment – Seattle Times
Jim Abbot 'thrilled' after Shaquem Griffin is selected in NFL draft – USA Today
NFL reacts to Seahawks' drafting Shaquem Griffin – ESPN
Seahawks draft LB Shaquem Griffin to reunite with twin Shaquill – The News Tribune
 
Seahawks' Coverage
Shaquem Griffin On Joining Twin Brother With Seahawks: "It was Like I was Dreaming"
Griffin Twins Reunited: Seahawks Select UCF Linebacker Shaquem Griffin in Fifth Round
Get To Know: Shaquem Griffin