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Re-Drafting the 2001 NFL Draft

The 2001 season was a big one in NFL history. At the end of it in New Orleans, one team's hopes for a dynasty were dashed. Another's just began.

But long before the St. Louis Rams and New England Patriots met in Super Bowl XXXVI, the 2001 NFL draft was held in New York City. Everyone knew who the No. 1 overall pick would be—but the team with the selection couldn't sign him and traded it. The draft also produced one of the best quarterbacks, running backs and offensive guards in league history.

However, what if things had gone differently?