NFL announces current, former players who will announce second-round picks

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The NFL has announced the names of the current and former players that will take part in next week's draft by announcing second-round picks. The list includes players associated with all 32 teams, including Cardinals running back James Conner. Conner has strong ties to the Pittsburgh area after playing for the Steelers and attending Pitt, which likely made him an easy choice as the Cardinals' representative. Former Bears tackle Jimbo Covert, former Cowboys running back Tony Dorsett, former Chiefs defensive lineman Bill Maas, current Vikings tackle Brian O'Neill, former Jets running back Curtis Martin, and former 49ers punter Andy Lee are other Pitt alums who are set to take part. The hometown team will be represented by four players. Former Steelers Jerome Bettis and John Stallworth will be joined by Joey Porter Sr. and Jr. next Friday. The other players taking part and their team affiliations appear below: Falcons: Michael Turner Ravens: Mark Ingram Bills: Shane Conlan Panthers: Jake Delhomme Bengals: Ken Anderson Browns: Phil Dawson Cowboys: Drew Pearson Broncos: T.J. Ward Lions: Calvin Johnson Packers: John Kuhn Texans: Billy Miller Colts: Pat McAfee Jaguars: Paul Posluszny Raiders: Matt Millen Chargers: Shawne Merriman Rams: Tavon Austin Dolphins: Dwight Stephenson Patriots: Deion Branch Saints: Marques Colston Giants: Osi Umenyiora Eagles: Brian Westbrook Seahawks: Cliff Avril Buccaneers: Ronde Barber Titans: Jeffery Simmons Commanders: Mark Rypien