SBNation.com blogger Matt Miller recently sat down with Miami Dolphins GM Matt Infante. The two discussed the state of the AFC East, the 2008 rookie class and just what can Ted Ginn, Jr. do in his sophomore season.

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While the NFL season isn't quite here, we've organized our Pro Scouting rankings for a team-by-team look. This isn't necessarily new information, but a new look on old info.

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When a blogger like myself assigns the task of covering all 32 NFL teams and 119 Division I college teams to his plate, it's not an easy job. However, posts like this would make my job seem easy.

Here's your challenge: Rank every tight end in the NFL based on age, production, potential, character and intangibles. Not just your team, but every player. Post 'em in the comments.

- ESPN has a good story on the rookie pay scale.(For the record: DO IT!)

- Is Brady Quinn pushing Derek Anderson to become a better quarterback?

- A favorite of ours, Earl Bennett, gets profiled by Bleacher Report. (For the record: Bennett could easily be Chicago's #1 WR this year. He's going to be a great steal).

- NFLDraftBlitz.com has a good profile up for Chase Daniel. (For the record: Drew Brees 2.0)

- The NFL's best secondary runners are listed here.

Feel free to add your links of the day in the comments.

Our pre-season look at every player in the NFL continues with the offensive guard rankings. Every NFL offensive guard has been ranked and graded.

* Please note that the grades given are our own. Each player is ranked in order of who we would want as our starting left or right guard for the 2008 NFL Season only. We have taken in to account age, production and potential in grading the players below. Only drafted rookies are listed. **

Name- ‘07 Team- Grade

1. Steinbach Eric Cleveland Browns 10
2. Hutchinson Steve Minnesota Vikings 10
3. Faneca Alan New York Jets 10
4. Waters Brian Kansas City Chiefs 9
5. Andrews Shawn Philadelphia Eagles 9
6. Davis Leonard Dallas Cowboys 8
7. Snee Chris New York Giants 8
8. Mankins Logan New England Patriots 8
9. Dockery Derrick Buffalo Bills 8
10. Naeole Chris Jacksonville Jaguars 7

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With training camp's starting up soon, the nucleus for most teams is being identified. However, many teams enter the '08 season with holes are obvious positions.

Being the expert that you are on your team, here's your chance to show your knowledge. Below are the four teams from the AFC East. In the comments, leave your team and which needs are most evident as we head into the preseason.

Buffalo Bills

Miami Dolphins

New England Patriots

New York Jets

Who are the best offensive tackles in football? We know, and here is our list.

* Please note that the grades given are our own. Each player is ranked in order of who we would want as our starting left or right tackle for the 2008 NFL Season only. We have taken in to account age, production and potential in grading the players below. Only drafted rookies are listed. **

Name- Team- Grade

1 Jones Walter Seattle Seahawks 10
2 Thomas Joe Cleveland Browns 10
3 Peters Jason Buffalo Bills 9
4 Ogden Jonathan Baltimore Ravens 8 (retired after press time)
5 Pace Orlando St. Louis Rams 8

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An early look at the class of 2009’s first round. Be sure to check out mocks for the Class of 2010 and the Class of 2011.

**No early entries are taken into account for this mock and the 2008 NFL Draft order is used.**

1. Miami Dolphins: ILB Rey Maualuga, USC
Analysis: The Dolphins shored up needs at quarterback, offensive tackle and defensive end in the 2008 draft. The ‘09 class is deep on offensive tackles and linebackers. The athletic Maualuga will step in immediately as a versatile defender for the Dolphins. He has the speed to play outside in the 3-4 scheme, and the strength and vision to play inside next to Channing Crowder.

2. St. Louis Rams: OT Michael Oher, Ole Miss
Analysis: The Rams are planning for the eventual retirement of future Hall of Fame tackle Orlando Pace. Alex Barron has played well at right tackle, but does not look like a starter on the left side due to many mistakes and missed assignments. Oher is a huge prospect out of the SEC. He’s a physically dominating player who will greatly improve the Rams offensive line.

3. Atlanta Falcons: CB Malcolm Jenkins, Ohio State
Analysis: Atlanta must move to replace DeAngelo Hall with a shutdown cornerback. The team did add Chevis Jackson and Wilrey Fontenot in 2008, but neither is the caliber of Jenkins. He could also play safety, but the most likely position for him would be left cornerback.

4. Oakland Raiders: OG Duke Robinson, Oklahoma
Analysis: The Raiders continue to add to the offense, grabbing JaMarcus Russell and Darren McFadden in the past two lotteries. The team has lacked a consistent force up front since their Super Bowl run in 2002. Robinson is among the best offensive guard prospects to come out of college, ever.

5. Kansas City Chiefs: QB Cullen Harper, Clemson
Analysis: Brodie Croyle will need a big season in 2008 to avoid competition in ‘09. Harper is an exciting player to watch. He doesn’t make mistakes, has a good arm and is mobile enough to make plays outside the pocket.

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** Please note that the grades given are our own. Each player is ranked in order of who we would want as our starting tight end for the 2008 NFL Season only. We have taken in to account age, production and potential in grading the players below. Statistics are not listed for tight ends, due to some being primarily blocking players. Only drafted rookies are listed. **

Name- Team- Grade
1 Gates Antonio San Diego Chargers 10
2 Gonzalez Tony Kansas City Chiefs 9
3 Witten Jason Dallas Cowboys 9
4 Clark Dallas Indianapolis Colts 8
5 Heap Todd Baltimore Ravens 8

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