1.   Dale Jr. is not a surprise pick, considering he is the only driver to win two races on the major-league circuit this season.

2.   Even though Magic Johnson took himself out of the running, he still may be a surprise pick.

3.   Palffy could be seen as a surprise pick.

4.   Those uncertainties contributed to Jones slipping, as did some surprise early picks.

5.   A surprise pick was forward Lee Dong-kook.

6.   Cheney, who has a history of heart trouble, would be a surprise pick.

7.   Romario was the surprise pick when national team coach Mario Zagallo announced the roster Tuesday for the upcoming exhibition game between Brazil and Poland.

8.   The prospect of surprise pick has led to a spate of rumors and speculation.