It's about that time of year. ESPN's NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper talked with reporters about the 2013 NFL Draft and had some intriguing things to say, especially about the quarterbacks.

Here's what people are saying about the conference call...

The quarterbacks

Kiper believes #WVU QB Geno Smith will be battling to be the second quarterback off the board in the NFL draft.

— Jenn Menendez (@JennMenendez) December 11, 2012

On conference call with reporters, Mel Kiper just said NC State's Mike Glennon could be top quarterback drafted, possible top-15 pick

— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) December 11, 2012

ESPN's Mel Kiper says he sees Tennessee QB Tyler Bray in a 2nd- or 3rd-round range if he leaves. added that Vols OL is filled with 'studs.'

— Patrick Brown (@patrickbrownTFP) December 11, 2012

Kiper on Tyler Bray: "I'd like to see him go back to Tennessee for another year." Throws too many bad INTs. Probably 3rd Rd if he comes out

— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) December 11, 2012

Kiper: VT's Logan Thomas is most talented QB in this draft.

— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) December 11, 2012

Just asked Mel Kiper about #UGA QB Aaron Murray: "I would go back for another year. In big games he's struggled. 2nd/3rd rd pick"

— Zach Klein (@ZachKleinWSB) December 11, 2012

ESPN draft, hair guru Mel Kiper Jr. said Vols QB Tyler Bray could be top-5 overall pick if he returns for senior season.

— Wes Rucker (@wesrucker247) December 11, 2012

Other top pick talk:

Kiper: Texas A&M left tackle Luke Joeckel is good enough to be the No. 1 overall pick

— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) December 11, 2012

Kiper on Manti Te'o: MLBs normally go no higher than 7-12 but draft isn't top heavy, could go between 3-5

— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) December 11, 2012

Kiper: Defensive tackle strongest position in 2013 draft

— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) December 11, 2012

Kiper on Jadeveon Clowney (not eligible until 2014): "If he were in this draft, he'd be guaranteed to be the number one pick."

— Dave Matter (@Dave_Matter) December 11, 2012