Eleven-year-old Jace Emma of Canton, Mass., got a unique opportunity Saturday when he got to announce the New England Patriots' fifth-round pick in the 2011 NFL Draft.

Starting last year, the NFL has been creatively doing things to make the draft a more exciting and entertaining experience. This year many teams have had fans announce a pick. Emma got this chance when his grandfather Charles Lynch won the honor at Gillette Stadium last season.

Pictured here is Emma with the selection card and showing that "he" picked the Patriots tackle Marcus Cannon from Texas Christian. Emma also was treated to a special breakfast with Commissioner Roger Goodell where he asked a question. Emma said he loved the experience but admitted to being nervous.

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-- MATTHEW WEISS
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