Offensive tackle Jake Long collected his honors in pairs at Michigan. He was a two-time captain, a two-time All-Big Ten, a two-time Big Ten offensive lineman of the year and a two-time All-American.

So enamored with Long were the Miami Dolphins that they have already reached agreement with him on a contract to become the first overall selection of the 2008 NFL draft – the first offensive lineman so honored since 1997.

But being the first overall pick doesn't make Long the best player in this draft. He's certainly not the most decorated player in this draft, nor is he even the best lineman.

Glenn Dorsey was held in higher esteem by the college community than Long. He won the Lombardi, Lott, Nagurski and Outland trophies for his play as a defensive tackle for national champion LSU. Dorsey is also held in higher esteem by the NFL community.

In the week leading up to the draft, The Dallas Morning News polled 27 of the NFL's 32 teams for the No. 1 player on their draft boards. Dorsey was the selection on 12 of the draft boards, followed by Arkansas running back Darren McFadden on six, Virginia defensive end Chris Long on five, then Long and Boston College quarterback Matt Ryan atop two boards apiece.

So pencil in Dorsey at No. 1 on SportsDay's annual Top 100 draft board. The Top 100 is compiled based on conversations with NFL general managers, personnel directors, pro and college coaches and scouts. This is not a mock draft. Teams will skip around the board on draft day to make selections that fit their needs.