One of the top defensive prospects in the 2013 NFL Draft, LSU's Barkevious Mingo pays a visit to the "NFL AM" studio today to talk about next week's NFL Scouting Combine. Tune into NFL Network at 6 a.m. ET, and you'll also hear from Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice and new Kansas City Chiefs general manager John Dorsey.
Here's what else is on tap for Wednesday:
Schein: NFL State of the Union
Inspired by the president, Adam Schein proposes nine bold ideas for making the NFL better -- and more exciting. **More ...**
» With NFL free agency set to begin in one month, check out this unofficial list of the 2013 NFL restricted and unrestricted free agents for every team.
» The agent for Geno Smith says the former West Virginia quarterback will throw at next week's 2013 NFL Scouting Combine. Will that put pressure on USC's Matt Barkley and other top QB prospects to do the same?
» Once a guarded mystery, the NFL Scouting Combine has emerged as a major football media event. NFL Films gives you an inside look.
» Jeff Darlington on the combine's best-kept secret.
» Gil Brandt offers one man's opinion on the top five quarterbacks in this year's draft.
» Bucky Brooks goes in search of the next J.J. Watt.
Jeremiah: Five buzzworthy prospects
Daniel Jeremiah identifies five prospects creating a buzz as potential second- or third-day steals in the 2013 NFLÂ Draft. **More ...**
» NFL Evolution reports that Major League Baseball officials are not yet ready to debut protective headgear for pitchers.
» The Oakland Raiders slumped to 4-12 this season, missing the playoffs for the 10th straight year. In the latest Offseason Forecast, Dan Hanzus breaks down the Raiders' imposing challenge. Check out our offseason forecast page to see what the Steelers and 31 other NFL clubs need to focus on in 2013.
» Happy Birthday to Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner, who turns 31 on Wednesday, to New England Patriots cornerback Aqib Talib, who turns 27, and to San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Randy Moss, who turns 36.
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