TWO BITS: Cooper, Wright ready to become pros

1 » Former Florida Gators wide receiver Riley Cooper spent his entire Tuesday at ESPN headquarters in Bristol, CT, doing a number of interviews in preparation for the 2010 NFL Draft beginning on April 22. Cooper, who doesn’t mind “getting my hands a little dirty,” spoke at length about a number of topics; he also answered questions about the stigma associated with Florida pass catchers. “You’re judged [in the NFL] on what you do, not somebody else, and I’m sure it’s a case-by-case basis,” Cooper said. “But what those two guys achieved as rookies [in 2009] … it sure can’t hurt.” For video of one of Cooper’s interviews and a story focusing on his NFL future, click here.

2 » When he announced his decision to come out early, safety Major Wright was met with some heavy criticism from Gators fans. Now just a day or two away from being drafted, Wright’s choice looks like it will pay off as he is expected to go as early as the second round according to some scouts. No matter who drafts him, Wright promises that team will get a high return on investment. “The team that drafts me definitely will be getting a leader on and off the field,” he told The Tampa Tribune. “They are definitely getting a person who is going to be very physical, a person who communicates a lot, and is very smart. I’ll play within the defense and help the team out by all means, special teams, scout team, however they need to be helped.”