NFL

ESPN’s Len Pasquarelli reports that Rams scouts “are becoming increasingly convinced” that Nebraska DT Ndamukong Suh is the best player in the draft. Pasquarelli acknowledges that it’s a “relatively close call” between Suh and Oklahoma DT Gerald McCoy, but the St. Louis Rams reportedly believe that Suh has the potential to make Chris Long and Adam Carriker better.

Drafting Suh to play the “three technique” position next to NT Cliff Ryan might allow the Rams to move Carriker out to end on early downs, helping the team’s run defense. Carriker, though, wouldn’t be a big sack threat rushing off the edge.

Elsewhere around the NFL:

New York: Plaxico Burress’ family has been hit with a $3.3 million foreclosure lawsuit, which may cost them their home. The suit is concerning a $2.9 million mortgage Burress signed in 2005, when he was making $7 million a year. Plax has obviously not been able to pay the mortgage while imprisoned. Burress is scheduled for release in 2011, and may be homeless upon return. He’ll be 34 years old when he gets out.

Cincinnati: Cincinnati Bengals coach Marvin Lewis gave Laveranues Coles a vote of confidence in an interview with the team’s website Friday. Lewis called Coles a “leader” who provided “stability” in the locker room. “He made some big catches,” Lewis added. “He blocked great. He took what was a rocky situation and smoothed it right out.” In reality, Coles was drop prone and underwhelming in terms of production in his first year as a Bengal. The team desperately needs to upgrade at his position.

San Diego: ESPN’s Len Pasquarelli suggests that Antonio Cromartie could be traded “to an AFC East club in return for a tailback.” AFC East backs that may be on the block include Marshawn Lynch, Thomas Jones, and Laurence Maroney. Cromartie, though, probably doesn’t appeal strongly to any of the aforementioned teams because he can’t (or won’t) tackle. A power runner with versatility, Lynch would be San Diego’s most desirable pickup. It will likely take more than just Cromartie to get him.

Jacksonville: Jacksonville Jaguars re-signed WR Troy Williamson to a one-year contract worth roughly $1 million, including a $100,000 signing bonus. Williamson, 27 in April, missed virtually all of 2009 with a torn labrum after an impressive preseason that earned him the opening-day start over Mike Sims-Walker. He may get a chance to compete outside with Mike Thomas now that Torry Holt is gone.

2010 NFL Draft: Central Michigan QB Dan LeFevour has opted not to throw at next week’s Scouting Combine. The decision isn’t injury related, but rather LeFevour and his agent’s choice. LeFevour is trying to ride his hot hand after throwing for 97 yards and a TD on ten attempts in last month’s Senior Bowl, following a mediocre week of practice. LeFevour’s arm strength remains a serious concern. He did confirm that he’ll throw at the Chippewas’ March Pro Day.