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Q. Could you see the Steelers signing LaDainian Tomlinson?
Chioke Hassan, Baltimore

A. It's possible, based on their roster and the interest Mike Tomlin has. But it would be very out of character for this team. The Steelers rarely make splashy, if any, moves in free agency. They make very sound decisions and stick with their organizational philosophy.

Signing L.T. would not jibe.

Q. Why is Colt McCoy not considered a top draft pick? What round will he be chosen, and who might be interested in drafting him?
Pete Martinez, Washington, D.C.

A. McCoy is probably a second-round pick. He could sneak into the first round, depending on how the pre-draft process goes for him. But he isn’t considered a top prospect because he lacks size.

At 6-1, he might have a hard time seeing over blockers and pass rushers, and at 210 pounds, he may not be able to take a NFL beating. He also piled up most of his yards at Texas with short to intermediate throws. His ability to throw deep with accuracy is questionable at best. He looks like a good fit for a team that runs the West Coast offense and is looking for a quarterback to develop. He could fit with the Browns, Redskins, Vikings, Panthers or Seahawks.

Q. Could you see a team taking a chance on Dez Bryant in the first round? He’s a heck of a player, but will his suspension cost him big money?
Matt Obrecht, Stillwater, Okla.

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A. Bryant should go in the first round because it’s a bad year for elite receiver prospects. There isn’t anyone who is clearly better. I don’t think his suspension will make his draft stock fall. But failing to play in those 10 games was a missed opportunity. So was not working out at the Combine.

Q. The Seahawks have so many holes, it’s not funny. A complete fall from grace! What do you see the 'Hawks doing in this year’s draft? With such a weak QB draft, is it safe to say that [Matt] Hasselbeck is safe for about another 2 years?
Bobby Ocasio, Tacoma, Wash.

A. There is a good chance Hasselbeck will be the starter in 2010 at least. There is a good chance the Seahawks will draft his eventual replacement in the top two rounds. The Seahawks have three picks in the top 40 (the sixth, 14th and 40th).

The beauty of the Seahawks’ situation is they can let the draft unfold and see what falls to them. They don’t have to be a slave to positional needs because they can improve their team at so many positions.

Q. Why does the NFL keep blocking a team for San Antonio? The 7th largest city! We have a good Alamodome just waiting. For years we have heard that Dallas and Houston have kept us from having a team. San Antonio has a four-time NBA Championship team here. With loyal fans, what can our city do to get a team here?
— R. Flores, San Antonio

A. San Antonio will be a candidate for an team at some point, but not better than Los Angeles (assuming L.A. can get a stadium built). So, the league’s efforts are focused on getting a team in Los Angeles. The only problem with San Antonio is its proximity to Houston and Dallas. The Texans, and especially the Cowboys, probably aren’t thrilled with the idea of a competitor horning in on their turf. But if the other 30 teams are OK with it, it is likely that eventually a team will call San Antonio home.

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