3 in the Mix for #1 Pick

[hagansp]

QUINN IN THE MIX FOR NO. 1 PICK

A league source tells us that the Raiders aren't talking only to quarterback JaMarcus Russell and receiver Calvin Johnson about a contract at the No. 1 slot in the draft.

Per the source, discussions are also being conducted with the representatives of quarterback Brady Quinn.

It's still unclear whether the Raiders are presently leaning toward any one of the three guys. One league insider believes that Quinn is in the mix solely for negotiating leverage. But the source also says that he wouldn't be shocked if the Raiders take Quinn instead of Russell.

"They're taking a quarterback," predicted the source.

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[CaliforniaSoxfan]

Quinn was on ESPN this morning and confirmed this rumor. He said that he's in an exploratory contract negotiation with the Raiders and says that it's legit. It's obvious it's going to be 1 of the 3 that goes #1. My gut is telling me that the Raiders are leaning towards Quinn because he'd be the easiest of the 3 to negotiate a contract with and would also be cheaper which is what the Raiders will want. We can't afford Russell and he's already made it clear that he wants to get the big paycheck.