I actually like the Sports Illustrated preview. You get a little take from opposing scouts and its usually pretty up to date as far as roster changes since it comes out the week before the regular season starts.
Yep, they are talking about the picks, not the players. Besides the Jordan factor, the Robinson pick was a greater gamble because he couldn't play right away.
I bought both Lindys and Sporting News. And yes, they both suck. But Lindys is much worse IMO. Their predictions are way off, and the overall look/layout/writing is really bad.