Dan LeFevour could be playing for the Carolina Panthers next season, if you believe Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest NFL mock draft.
Kiper, ESPN's draft guru, has the Panthers selecting LeFevour, Central Michigan's record-breaking quarterback, in the third round. Kiper, however, did admit LeFevour might not be available, saying he could go a round earlier.
"I think he could maybe be a starting quarterback in the NFL in a two- or three-year period,"
Kiper said during a conference call this week.
"Nobody studies film more than this kid at the quarterback position ... loves the game, tough kid. He did a good job over that four-year period as a starter."
Kiper mentioned that LeFevour's size -- 6-feet-3 and 228 pounds -- is comparable to what Chad Pennington was when he joined the NFL after playing at Marshall.
"He's not as accurate as Pennington, but he's more athletic and has a slightly stronger arm than Chad had,"
Kiper said.
Tiki in trouble?
The New York Post is reporting that Tiki Barber's latest domestic developments could cost him his job at NBC. In case you haven't heard, Barber broke up with his 8-months-pregnant wife to be with a 23-year-old former NBC intern. Barber already has two sons with his wife, Ginny. Barber's $2 million contact is nearing expiration.
Quick hits
• The Red Wings are partnering with Tim Hortons and FSD to offer $30 tickets for home games during Rounds 1 and 2 of the playoffs. Purchase tickets at the Joe, DetroitRedWings.com or by calling 800-745-3000.
• First-round hopeful and former Notre Dame quarterback Jimmy Clausen completed 57 of 59 passes during a 30-minute workout for 16 NFL teams Friday. He's three months removed from surgery to repair torn tendons in his right foot.
