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The one thing: the draft will be full of superb talents who could blossom in the NFL, but no player is perfect. There is rough in every diamond, a flaw that could prevent a top draft choice from becoming a star.(NFL)

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| April 12, 2004 | Dillon, Dennis | COPYRIGHT 2004 Sporting News Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Visual acuity is what allows the jeweler to spot a flaw in a diamond, the tailor to see a pinhole in a new suit and the NFL scout to uncover the slightest imperfection in any football player--even if that player is expected to be a top pick in the draft.

Most stories about pending draft selections stress the players strengths. Tucker the tackle can block out the sun and Mercury. Quinn the quarterback can make all the throws. Wilson the wide receiver has world-class speed.

This story looks at 10 top players, from a different perspective: It examines their potential impediments.

THE SPORTING NEWS talked to six NFL college scouting directors ...

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