In today's high-tech world, not even live television is always quick enough with the news.
Several teams embraced the most modern technology Saturday, either posting their picks on their Web sites or on Twitter.
The San Diego Chargers scooped even commissioner Roger Goodell in announcing their pick of Northern Illinois linebacker Larry English on their Web site before Goodell announced it in New York. The Chargers then interviewed general manager A.J. Smith and had English on a speaker phone interview.
Jets owner Woody Johnson announced first-round news with a Tweet, saying: "We have selected Mark Sanchez. Go Jets." The team had traded up to No. 5 overall for that opportunity.
Also, moments before Goodell announced Atlanta had taken Ole Miss defensive tackle Peria Jerry with its first-round pick, the Falcons went public on Twitter.
A team official, who wasn't identified, delivered the news in 140 characters or less. General manager Thomas Dimitroff and coach Mike Smith said they weren't involved.
"I just learned what (Twitter) meant about three days ago," Dimitroff said.
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"I still don't," Smith added. "What does it mean?"
The NFL is less than thrilled with such announcements. Spokesman Greg Aiello said the league will review how teams are announcing their picks and determine whether it needs to develop a policy.
