Vick is certainly not slight and brittle but I don't think he is as solid as a typical running back. Also he is far more subject to getting blindsided and is a target for someone trying to make a big hit. I also feel that for a top pick you shouldn't have to hope that the passing offense improves. Perhaps most importantly though, to continue with your example, are those numbers for Vick enough better than the numbers by Brooks to justify taking him in the first round? I think the drop off at RB is much greater than at QB.
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