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@Mr. Bitter Thor Nystrom made a couple of interesting connections on his latest mock.  He mocked Egbuka to the Steelers at 21, noting that he's a perfect zone-beater and that he'd be a great fit with what DK and Pickens do.  If Rodgers is the QB, it's actually good logic, and since the Steelers don't have a 2nd rounder, perhaps they actually use their 1st on a WR.  

The other one that raised my eyebrow was him mocking Simmons to the Cardinals at 16.  I've toyed with that idea myself, knowing that Ossenfort's first pick as GM was current LT Paris Johnson, out of Ohio St.  Of course, Simmons is also a Buckeye.  But what I wasn't aware of is that Simmons' former OL coach at Ohio St. was Justin Frye...who is now the OL coach of the Cardinals.  Now, these things don't always end up working out -- I recall that the Chargers had Jordan Addison's old WR coach on staff and yet they (inexplicably) opted for Quentin Johnson over Addison -- but it's still interesting to me, for sure.  

Love the Thomas fit with the Rams after a trade down.  I've toyed with this idea myself, but in my mock I have them moving up instead for Barron (at 15 with Atlanta).  But yeah, moving down for yet another Florida St. defender is absolutely something that is logical for them.  

I do think you have Zabel and Hairston much too low.  I think Zabel is a 1st Round lock.  Just a plug-and-play guard starter after a dominant Senior Bowl week, and with so many teams needing iOL help after Seattle at 18 (if he gets by them), I just can't see him lasting into the 2nd.  As for Hairston, maybe he could fall out of the 1st because he doesn't have ideal size for an outside corner, but with that 40 time, I just don't see him lasting almost until pick #50.  We'll see!  

I really appreciate this mock, and not just because we do have several matches through 2 rounds, ha.  I don't agree with you on Arizona taking a WR (Golden) at #16, though.  McBride and Harrison are going to be high-volume targets, and they need to get Harrison going more in 2025 than they did in his rookie year.  They have major issues on the OL (iOL in particular, and RT Jonah Williams is aging, injury-prone, and has void years left after this one), not to mention at CB (apart from Garrett Williams).  Barron is neck-and-neck with Johnson to go as the first CB (obviously not including Hunter), and he was available in your mock.  Personally, I'd see Barron, a preferred OL, or even Jihaad Campbell as much more likely in this spot.  

Also agree with Mr. Bitter about the 49ers.  They take LB later, and tend to value length in their DL players.  Think Shemar Stewart, Mykel Williams, or Kenneth Grant, I think, if they go with DL at 11.  Campbell or Membou (if they fall) would be great picks there as well, or maybe even Banks, though my gut is that John Lynch would go with Stewart or Williams over Banks.  

Some betting odds that could be relevant for us mockers:

--Ward is now an overwhelming -750 to go #1 overall, and the Titans are -275 to pick #1; this is up significantly from being close to a coin flip last week

--Membou and Campbell are neck-and-neck to go off the board as the OL1; Membou is -135 and Campbell is Even money

--Warren is the big -750 favorite as TE1, with Loveland +350

--McMillan is a strong -330 favorite as WR1, with Golden at +250 (not counting Hunter)

--The Bears are +130 to draft Jeanty, with the Raiders just behind at +150

--Mason Graham is a big -600 favorite to go as the first DL (not including Carter), with Stewart +750 and Williams +1000

--Will Johnson and Barron are battling as DB1 of the draft (not counting Hunter); Johnson is -110 and Barron is +140

--Jalon Walker is -330 to go as the LB1, with Jihaad Campbell +210; I guess it's possible that Campbell could pay off if he goes at his earliest possible point, likely #8 to the Panthers

Some betting odds that could be relevant for us mockers:

--Ward is now an overwhelming -750 to go #1 overall, and the Titans are -275 to pick #1; this is up significantly from being close to a coin flip last week

--Membou and Campbell are neck-and-neck to go off the board as the OL1; Membou is -135 and Campbell is Even money

--Warren is the big -750 favorite as TE1, with Loveland +350

--McMillan is a strong -330 favorite as WR1, with Golden at +250 (not counting Hunter)

--The Bears are +130 to draft Jeanty, with the Raiders just behind at +150

--Mason Graham is a big -600 favorite to go as the first DL (not including Carter), with Stewart +750 and Williams +1000

--Will Johnson and Barron are battling as DB1 of the draft (not counting Hunter); Johnson is -110 and Barron is +140

--Jalon Walker is -330 to go as the LB1, with Jihaad Campbell +210; I guess it's possible that Campbell could pay off if he goes at his earliest possible point, likely #8 to the Panthers

@Mr. Bitter I almost put Zabel at 18 to Seattle and think that could happen if they don't go WR.  And hey, they did sign MVS today, though that shouldn't preclude them from picking a WR they love if one is available.  

Booker could be a fit if he makes it to the Ravens, sure. 

Totally agree with the logic of trading Pickens, as I have no doubt that they don't want to commit to him long-term.  As far as Tyreek, I could see that too, but that regime might be on the hot seat, so if they think that trading him hurts their team, I don't know, that might be a tough sell.  

I'm going to update my mock and put Tet at #8 to Carolina.  I'm getting the vibe that he's the clear WR1 (not counting Hunter), and the Panthers don't have a game-breaker for Bryce Young.  McMillan may not have 4.3 wheels or anything, but make no mistake, he's a playmaker and he's been a star since he stepped onto a college field.  

I don't think Egbuka would make it to 26, just because of the chatter that he will run in the 4.3's at his Pro Day.  If that happens, combined with his production and pedigree (Ohio St. is churning out pro WR's like a mother), heck, I could see him going top 20.  As I write in this mock, maybe this is the year that Gutekunst goes against form and finally picks a WR in the 1st, like Roseman did with a CB last year.  It's such a clear and obvious need for them.  

I'm also going to need to change Loveland going 20th to the Broncos now.  The signing of Evan Engram in free agency suggests to me that the Broncos don't think that he will be available there.  I will have Hampton going with that pick now, which will have to bump someone from this latest mock.  

I'm sorry, but I'd be shocked if Sanders slips that far.  Ask yourselves who is helped by a leak of Sanders having alleged attitude issues.  You heard it about CJ Stroud, you hear this every year with certain players.  Again, ask yourself, who does it benefit?  

Someone wants him to drop.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

@Mr. Bitter If they love him, then they should take him, yes.  Ward is the favorite to go 1st, so if they stick and pick, it very well could be him.  

I'm struggling with McMillan.  In theory, you could make an argument for him at 6 (Raiders), 7 (Jets), 8 (Panthers), 9 (Saints), 11 (49ers), 12 (Cowboys), and even 13 (Dolphins).  But I think those teams have more pressing needs, and if he doesn't go top-13, then I think there could be a bit of a fall.  I could also see some teams preferring Golden or Egbuka as the WR1.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

My stab at the QB carousel:

--Sam Darnold to the Steelers.  I agree with Mr. Bitter that the team has floundered in the QB mediocrity (or worse) since late career Big Ben.  I think Darnold could have been a one-year KOC miracle, one that flamed out in the final 2 games, but Pittsburgh has to take an upside swing on a QB.   

--Kirk Cousins to the Browns.  The Stefanski connection at play here.  And this doesn't necessarily preclude the Browns from picking a QB.

--Russell Wilson to the Titans as a bridge QB, though this still wouldn't necessarily preclude them from taking a QB at the top of the draft. 

--Justin Fields to the Colts.  Ballard could be feeling the heat, Richardson is awful, and Fields will seem as accurate as prime Steve Young to Colts fans after watching Richardson.

--The Giants come away with Ward in the draft.  The Daboll/Schoen regime has still not drafted a potential franchise QB.  This draft could give them an opportunity to do so.  As a veteran signee to possibly start in Week 1, the G-Men sign Jameis Winston, who at least could get the ball down the field to Malik Nabers.  

--The Vikings go with JJ McCarthy as the starter.  I believe they really like him and want to see what he can do.  They certainly could sign a veteran backup as insurance (Daniel Jones?), but someone with the name and baggage of Aaron Rodgers, yeah, no.

--Speaking of Rodgers, I believe that no one will want him for a starting gig and, thus, I think that he retires.  

--The Raiders draft Sanders.  While Chip Kelly's presence makes me think that someone like Fields could be a good fit, I think that Tom Brady's influence will take precedence here.  My guess is that Brady values accuracy above all else, and Sanders, if he hits, seems like he'd be adept at being a quick processor and decisive, accurate passer.  

@dcalvertconsulting You could be right, but allow me to play devil's advocate for a moment.  Let's say that you're right, and that it's Arizona's intention to not move off MHJ unless they are absolutely blown away by an offer.  Wouldn't it then make sense to leak that you LOVE him and project that it would take a gigantic haul for you to move off that player?  Instead, they have very clearly sent signals that the pick is open for business.  To me, that could mean a couple of things.  One, that they actually do love all 3 WR's, as Jurecki has flat-out stated.  And two, that maybe, just maybe, they already have a wink-wink agreement with a team (almost certainly either MIN or NYG) and they are projecting that the pick is open because they are willing to see if any other team will present them with an even better offer when they are on the clock.  

It's true that Harrison is still the huge betting favorite to be the first WR chosen, but that doesn't necessarily mean that Arizona will pick him.  For example, if they trade out of 4 and a QB goes in that spot, for all we know, the Chargers could absolutely pick Harrison at 5.  

Arizona is nowhere near being 1 player away.  As great as MHJ is, consider the roster building possibilities over the next 2 years if you could get Minnesota to cough up 11, 23, and a 2025 1st.  Arizona would then have three 1st's this year (in what's considered to be a loaded class), a high-2nd at 35 overall, and three 3rd's, two of which are high atop that round.  And then two 1st's next year.  You can totally re-shape the roster over the next 2 seasons.  And they'd have such a war chest of assets that it could be entirely possible to move back up from 11 to secure one of the top 3 WR's.  If I'm Ossenfort, this would be my preferred route.  

This stuff is so exciting to consider.  We'll see how it all plays out.  Just over 14 hours to go!  

Just found this in the betting market regarding the Rams' first pick.  DL/Edge was the heavy favorite to be their first pick just 2 days ago, at something like -250 odds.  Then you had Schrager's comments.  Well, OL is now the -130 favorite, with DL/Edge coming in second at Even. WR is the +800 third choice, and QB is +2000 (the 6th choice).  TE comes in at +2500, if anyone thinks that Bowers could slip that far.  With Alaric Jackson on a 1-year deal (for less than $5MM) and with Joe Noteboom clearly showing he wasn't the answer as Andrew Whitworth's successor, I could absolutely see it if Snead and McVay think that this is the time to go after a potential franchise LT.  In most years, I think that any of the top 6 OL would be top-10 overall picks.  This class is just so deep, and I think that perhaps the Rams want to take advantage of it.  

One more thing:  I said yesterday that the juice to the Under on Bowers' O/U of 12.5 was -145; now it's -165.  

Just found this in the betting market regarding the Rams' first pick.  DL/Edge was the heavy favorite to be their first pick just 2 days ago, at something like -250 odds.  Then you had Schrager's comments.  Well, OL is now the -130 favorite, with DL/Edge coming in second at Even. WR is the +800 third choice, and QB is +2000 (the 6th choice).  TE comes in at +2500, if anyone thinks that Bowers could slip that far.  With Alaric Jackson on a 1-year deal (for less than $5MM) and with Joe Noteboom clearly showing he wasn't the answer as Andrew Whitworth's successor, I could absolutely see it if Snead and McVay think that this is the time to go after a potential franchise LT.  In most years, I think that any of the top 6 OL would be top-10 overall picks.  This class is just so deep, and I think that perhaps the Rams want to take advantage of it.  

One more thing:  I said yesterday that the juice to the Under on Bowers' O/U of 12.5 was -145; now it's -165.  

Just found this in the betting market regarding the Rams' first pick.  DL/Edge was the heavy favorite to be their first pick just 2 days ago, at something like -250 odds.  Then you had Schrager's comments.  Well, OL is now the -130 favorite, with DL/Edge coming in second at Even. WR is the +800 third choice, and QB is +2000 (the 6th choice).  TE comes in at +2500, if anyone thinks that Bowers could slip that far.  With Alaric Jackson on a 1-year deal (for less than $5MM) and with Joe Noteboom clearly showing he wasn't the answer as Andrew Whitworth's successor, I could absolutely see it if Snead and McVay think that this is the time to go after a potential franchise LT.  In most years, I think that any of the top 6 OL would be top-10 overall picks.  This class is just so deep, and I think that perhaps the Rams want to take advantage of it.  

One more thing:  I said yesterday that the juice to the Under on Bowers' O/U of 12.5 was -145; now it's -165.  

Just found this in the betting market regarding the Rams' first pick.  DL/Edge was the heavy favorite to be their first pick just 2 days ago, at something like -250 odds.  Then you had Schrager's comments.  Well, OL is now the -130 favorite, with DL/Edge coming in second at Even. WR is the +800 third choice, and QB is +2000 (the 6th choice).  TE comes in at +2500, if anyone thinks that Bowers could slip that far.  With Alaric Jackson on a 1-year deal (for less than $5MM) and with Joe Noteboom clearly showing he wasn't the answer as Andrew Whitworth's successor, I could absolutely see it if Snead and McVay think that this is the time to go after a potential franchise LT.  In most years, I think that any of the top 6 OL would be top-10 overall picks.  This class is just so deep, and I think that perhaps the Rams want to take advantage of it.  

One more thing:  I said yesterday that the juice to the Under on Bowers' O/U of 12.5 was -145; now it's -165.  

Just found this in the betting market regarding the Rams' first pick.  DL/Edge was the heavy favorite to be their first pick just 2 days ago, at something like -250 odds.  Then you had Schrager's comments.  Well, OL is now the -130 favorite, with DL/Edge coming in second at Even. WR is the +800 third choice, and QB is +2000 (the 6th choice).  TE comes in at +2500, if anyone thinks that Bowers could slip that far.  With Alaric Jackson on a 1-year deal (for less than $5MM) and with Joe Noteboom clearly showing he wasn't the answer as Andrew Whitworth's successor, I could absolutely see it if Snead and McVay think that this is the time to go after a potential franchise LT.  In most years, I think that any of the top 6 OL would be top-10 overall picks.  This class is just so deep, and I think that perhaps the Rams want to take advantage of it.  

One more thing:  I said yesterday that the juice to the Under on Bowers' O/U of 12.5 was -145; now it's -165.  

A couple of interesting player prop Over/Unders...

Dallas Turner is at 9.5, with more juice (-135) to the Over.  My mock as of now has Atlanta trading down to 11 and passing on Turner, but this would also mean that the sharps think that there's a decent chance that the Bears would pass on him, too.  (If Odunze is not there at 9, perhaps Chicago trades down, or maybe there's really something to the official 30 visits they've had with some of the top OL; maybe they'd seek a LT upgrade.) I don't see the Jets going with defense at 10, so I guess this is accounting for the possibility of each of ATL/CHI/NYJ trading back?  

I think Bowers' O/U of 12.5 is appropriate, with juice to the Under at -145.  I do think that the Jets at 10 is the earliest possible spot he can go in, so it makes sense that his # would be a little bit over that.  Denver would certainly be a possibility if they don't trade down, I still think Indy at 15 makes a lot of sense even without the athletic testing (if they don't go CB, they really want another offensive piece for Richardson), and although Duke Tobin is also an RAS guy, Cincy has lacked a big-time TE for so long that I see that as making sense.  Perhaps his floor is 19 to the Rams, especially with Schrager's eye-opener that McVay is almost guaranteed to get an offensive player with the pick.  I could see McVay using him similarly to how the 49ers use Deebo.  

A couple of interesting player prop Over/Unders...

Dallas Turner is at 9.5, with more juice (-135) to the Over.  My mock as of now has Atlanta trading down to 11 and passing on Turner, but this would also mean that the sharps think that there's a decent chance that the Bears would pass on him, too.  (If Odunze is not there at 9, perhaps Chicago trades down, or maybe there's really something to the official 30 visits they've had with some of the top OL; maybe they'd seek a LT upgrade.) I don't see the Jets going with defense at 10, so I guess this is accounting for the possibility of each of ATL/CHI/NYJ trading back?  

I think Bowers' O/U of 12.5 is appropriate, with juice to the Under at -145.  I do think that the Jets at 10 is the earliest possible spot he can go in, so it makes sense that his # would be a little bit over that.  Denver would certainly be a possibility if they don't trade down, I still think Indy at 15 makes a lot of sense even without the athletic testing (if they don't go CB, they really want another offensive piece for Richardson), and although Duke Tobin is also an RAS guy, Cincy has lacked a big-time TE for so long that I see that as making sense.  Perhaps his floor is 19 to the Rams, especially with Schrager's eye-opener that McVay is almost guaranteed to get an offensive player with the pick.  I could see McVay using him similarly to how the 49ers use Deebo.  

A couple of interesting player prop Over/Unders...

Dallas Turner is at 9.5, with more juice (-135) to the Over.  My mock as of now has Atlanta trading down to 11 and passing on Turner, but this would also mean that the sharps think that there's a decent chance that the Bears would pass on him, too.  (If Odunze is not there at 9, perhaps Chicago trades down, or maybe there's really something to the official 30 visits they've had with some of the top OL; maybe they'd seek a LT upgrade.) I don't see the Jets going with defense at 10, so I guess this is accounting for the possibility of each of ATL/CHI/NYJ trading back?  

I think Bowers' O/U of 12.5 is appropriate, with juice to the Under at -145.  I do think that the Jets at 10 is the earliest possible spot he can go in, so it makes sense that his # would be a little bit over that.  Denver would certainly be a possibility if they don't trade down, I still think Indy at 15 makes a lot of sense even without the athletic testing (if they don't go CB, they really want another offensive piece for Richardson), and although Duke Tobin is also an RAS guy, Cincy has lacked a big-time TE for so long that I see that as making sense.  Perhaps his floor is 19 to the Rams, especially with Schrager's eye-opener that McVay is almost guaranteed to get an offensive player with the pick.  I could see McVay using him similarly to how the 49ers use Deebo.  

I still believe that JJ is going 4th overall, and that Arizona will trade back.  I got in a Twitter conversation with Mike Jurecki yesterday, and he said that Arizona would absolutely be interested in a trade back with the Vikings, especially if they can get future draft capital in addition to 11 and 23 this year.  And honestly, it makes sense, especially if they can get Minnesota's 1st or 2nd rounder next year.  They would have 11, 23, and 27 in the 1st this year in an extremely talented draft class, a pick at 35 that's very high in the 2nd, and 3 picks in the 3rd, two of which are early picks in that round.  And while there's no guarantee that they could trade back up to, say, the top 9 to get one of the top 3 WR's, they certainly would have ample draft assets to do so.  And even if they don't get one of the top 3 guys, they can plug the obvious holes they have on the roster with all these picks, and there will be good WR's in their range at 23, 27, and 35.  

I also can't shake the feeling that it would have made sense for Minnesota to get a promise from a team in the top 4 (which means Arizona, because the top 3 teams are sticking and picking), because the simple fact is that, if they are counting on making the deal at 5 with the Chargers, there's a relatively simple trade that could take place where the Giants jump to 4 to take McCarthy (or Maye if McCarthy is the shock pick at #2), which allows Arizona to still get one of the top 3 WR's.  I think Minnesota knew all this beforehand, and I think it's highly likely that Arizona is OK with trading down and getting the haul that they would undoubtedly get.  

One final thing that Jurecki said:  the Chargers would "rush to the podium" for MHJ is he's there at 5.  Not Alt, and not a trade down.  I know some don't think Harbaugh will want a premium WR, and they point to his lack of procuring a 5-star WR recruit in college, but I'd push back on that a little bit.  First off, we know that he did try to recruit MHJ to Michigan.  Second, he saw firsthand how great he was on the field against his Michigan team that was scheming to try and stop him.  And lastly, the need is just so dire.  There will still be good OL options at #37, and while that's also true for the WR's, the Chargers may believe (with good reason) that MHJ is literally the best player in the draft, and that the gap between MHJ and the WR's at 37 compared to Alt and the OL's available at 37 is greater.  

My thoughts, anyway.  Just 8 days left!  

@Warrior Verse seems like a longshot to go in the top 10, though you can get that at +275.  Interestingly, Latu has slightly better odds to go top 10 at +250.  But yeah, in getting back to Odunze, I just can't see Chicago passing on him if he's there at 9.  Keenan Allen could just be a 1-year thing and I think they'd load up on talent for Williams.  -1800 is a really, really strong indicator that he's seen as a total blue-chip talent.  I don't think Verse is seen quite in that way.  I think that Latu might be, but the medical stuff makes him obviously risky.  Still, based on the odds that are out there on Latu (he has the second-best odds of being the first defensive player chosen, quite a bit ahead of Verse), I may have to re-think my mock that has Latu going 19th to the Rams.  I was just having a hard time slotting him somewhere ahead of that, though.  IMO, I don't see a lot of teams between 11-18 looking at edge rushers.  Perhaps Denver and Seattle, but I feel like Denver is going to trade down and look at Nix.  Seattle is a bit of a wild card since this is Schneider's first year having final say over the roster, but DL/Edge is the second choice for their pick among oddsmakers (behind OL).  

Getting back to Odunze though, I believe we will see 4 QB, 3 WR, Alt, Turner, and Bowers go top 10.  I feel much more confident that Bowers could slip out of the top 10 as opposed to Odunze, though; Bowers has Even odds of being a top 10 choice.  The only team that I think could take Bowers in the top 10 is the team at 10, the Jets, and although he's surely a great talent, he didn't really test at all, and I don't view that the same way that I view MHJ not testing.  TE isn't considered a premium position, and I could see the Jets going elsewhere, or trading down.  I do think Indy could end a possible Bowers slide at 15, but Ballard is a pretty strict RAS guy, so without testing...I don't know.  If there is a "name" player most likely to drop on draft day, I'm going with Bowers. 

You have a lot of the same player-team matches that I have in my latest mock, so you're clearly a very intelligent person!  =)

The more I look at how I think the draft will unfold, especially if both Penix and Nix end up in the 1st Round, you're going to see absolute blue-chip talent with clear 1st Round grades slipping not only into the 20's, but possibly beyond 30 as well.  Like, I have Johnny Newton out of the 1st Round now and I absolutely love him.  There are going to be major steals early in the 2nd Round.  

@Mr. Bitter I would be pretty shocked if New England turned to Fields; I think signing Brissett is a clear indication that they want to pick a rookie QB at 3 and have him be the bridge guy.  If the move was trading for Fields, I don't think you sign a veteran backup like Brissett, and you don't make them compete.  You'd be getting Fields to see what he can do.  To me, they would have just kept Zappe in the backup role.  I do agree with you that the Pats continue to make curious moves, but it just doesn't line up logically to me.  I truly have no idea where Fields may end up.  If the Giants bite the bullet on Jones and cut him, maybe, as Drew Lock probably wouldn't be much of an impediment (he only got $5MM).  Even still, I find that as a longshot.  Denver to me is a longshot because it's such an awful scheme fit with Sean Payton, worse than Russell Wilson was, actually.  I really think he may end up on some team as a backup.  I also think that it would be a mistake by Chicago to bring him into training camp or even OTA's, because any energy NOT spent going to developing Caleb Williams will be to Chicago's detriment. 

Speaking of the Bears, I absolutely could see them trading up for one of Nabers/Odunze, particularly if either of them are still there at #7.  As long as the Titans don't want either of those guys for themselves and are eyeing, say, Joe Alt, the Titans could reasonably move to 9 and still get Alt because it's unlikely that Atlanta, at 8, would take him.  (Of course, there's always the chance that a team could trade up to 8 for Alt, and that Atlanta could trade down.)  On the other hand, the Bears only have 5 picks in this draft, and they clearly won't be getting a premium pick or picks for Fields.  As such, I could also see them trading DOWN from 9.  

@Mr. Bitter You make a good point on Coleman, and in thinking about it, Fontenot loves freak athleticism, at least in the 1st Round.  Coleman can make highlight-reel plays and data suggests that he reaches top speeds when he runs, but the 40 time may simply be a disqualifier for Fontenot.  And there are some concerns about separating as well.  

Regarding Mitchell, it was just the way the mock played out, and I wouldn't be shocked if he goes as CB1 before Arnold, meaning he could be in play at any time after #10, really.  If the Rams don't come away with a CB1 solution during free agency (either by a signing or with a trade), perhaps Mitchell would be the pick over Latu at #19 if both were on the board.  I think Latu would be a great pick for them but perhaps the prior medical history would sway them to take Mitchell instead.  (And I know you think Chop will go very high, and he may, but I might be too high on him in this mock.) 

I'm also really toying with the idea of Penix landing with Seattle, due to the Grubb connection and the fact that Seattle certainly isn't tied to Geno Smith beyond this year.  I'm also wondering if the Giants, armed with two 2nd Round picks, do something to try to secure a QB in this draft.  

@Mr. Bitter I think the Vikes coaching staff is interested in having Cousins back, sure.  But Adofo-Mensah is an analytics guy.  I just have the sense that he's not willing to offer more than 1 guaranteed year this time.  And that he wants to try the whole "QB on a rookie deal and build up the rest of the roster" thing.  And I'm confident that ATL will offer more than 1 guaranteed year.  I think they are tired of losing in a winnable division, the roster is actually in decent shape, and the scheme is perfect for Cousins because it's essentially going to be the same offense.  They'll be the clear favorite in that division with him.  

Oh, and I'm watching Seattle for Penix, not to move up for one of the top 4 QB's.  You know, the Ryan Grubb connection.  I don't think they would necessarily take him at 16, but perhaps a trade down and then still taking him in the late 1st could work.  

First off, I greatly appreciate the considerable work that you put into this.  It's really something, and you obviously know what you're doing.  I have three thoughts where I guess I'd disagree with you a little bit, and I hope you don't take this as anything but constructive discussion.  First, regarding Denver and their possible plan of attack, I think they are more likely than Minnesota and Las Vegas to come away with a rookie QB.  Because Russell Wilson is going to take up a huge dead cap hit, they can't really spend much at the position.  And while I agree that not only could Winston come relatively cheaply but that he could serve as a bridge starter in 2024, I still think that a rookie QB is very much in play for Payton.  He's in the AFC.  He has to realistically know that you have to have a potential upside franchise QB to be able to win 3 playoff games just to get out of the AFC.  Winston just isn't doing that.  I think Payton knows he has to take a shot on a rookie QB.  And if they can't land one of the top 4 QB's somehow, I could see them trying to come away with Penix or Nix.  

Second, I would be downright shocked if only 4 WR get picked in the 1st Round.  I'm thinking the O/U will be 5.5.  

And third, I think you're too low on Jackson Powers-Johnson and Penix.  JPJ is probably considered the top center and maybe the top iOL after the Senior Bowl, where he dominated.  A lot of teams have center/iOL in the 1st and it's difficult to imagine him sliding out of the 1st, at least to me.  And as for Penix, I get that he'll turn 24 soon and that there are medical concerns, but this isn't like Latu where he once medically retired, where that was concerning his neck.  I'm not saying that I think Penix goes in the 1st Round (though I believe it's possible that a team trades back up into the 1st for Penix or Nix), but it's hard for me to imagine some team not nabbing him in the 2nd.  Too many teams need QB's and there will be some still holding their hand out after the musical chairs of free agency and the 1st Round have stopped.  

Those would be my only quibbles.  Truly, this was an enjoyable read and I, for one, appreciate all that you put into it.  

First off, I greatly appreciate the considerable work that you put into this.  It's really something, and you obviously know what you're doing.  I have three thoughts where I guess I'd disagree with you a little bit, and I hope you don't take this as anything but constructive discussion.  First, regarding Denver and their possible plan of attack, I think they are more likely than Minnesota and Las Vegas to come away with a rookie QB.  Because Russell Wilson is going to take up a huge dead cap hit, they can't really spend much at the position.  And while I agree that not only could Winston come relatively cheaply but that he could serve as a bridge starter in 2024, I still think that a rookie QB is very much in play for Payton.  He's in the AFC.  He has to realistically know that you have to have a potential upside franchise QB to be able to win 3 playoff games just to get out of the AFC.  Winston just isn't doing that.  I think Payton knows he has to take a shot on a rookie QB.  And if they can't land one of the top 4 QB's somehow, I could see them trying to come away with Penix or Nix.  

Second, I would be downright shocked if only 4 WR get picked in the 1st Round.  I'm thinking the O/U will be 5.5.  

And third, I think you're too low on Jackson Powers-Johnson and Penix.  JPJ is probably considered the top center and maybe the top iOL after the Senior Bowl, where he dominated.  A lot of teams have center/iOL in the 1st and it's difficult to imagine him sliding out of the 1st, at least to me.  And as for Penix, I get that he'll turn 24 soon and that there are medical concerns, but this isn't like Latu where he once medically retired, where that was concerning his neck.  I'm not saying that I think Penix goes in the 1st Round (though I believe it's possible that a team trades back up into the 1st for Penix or Nix), but it's hard for me to imagine some team not nabbing him in the 2nd.  Too many teams need QB's and there will be some still holding their hand out after the musical chairs of free agency and the 1st Round have stopped.  

Those would be my only quibbles.  Truly, this was an enjoyable read and I, for one, appreciate all that you put into it.  

First off, I greatly appreciate the considerable work that you put into this.  It's really something, and you obviously know what you're doing.  I have three thoughts where I guess I'd disagree with you a little bit, and I hope you don't take this as anything but constructive discussion.  First, regarding Denver and their possible plan of attack, I think they are more likely than Minnesota and Las Vegas to come away with a rookie QB.  Because Russell Wilson is going to take up a huge dead cap hit, they can't really spend much at the position.  And while I agree that not only could Winston come relatively cheaply but that he could serve as a bridge starter in 2024, I still think that a rookie QB is very much in play for Payton.  He's in the AFC.  He has to realistically know that you have to have a potential upside franchise QB to be able to win 3 playoff games just to get out of the AFC.  Winston just isn't doing that.  I think Payton knows he has to take a shot on a rookie QB.  And if they can't land one of the top 4 QB's somehow, I could see them trying to come away with Penix or Nix.  

Second, I would be downright shocked if only 4 WR get picked in the 1st Round.  I'm thinking the O/U will be 5.5.  

And third, I think you're too low on Jackson Powers-Johnson and Penix.  JPJ is probably considered the top center and maybe the top iOL after the Senior Bowl, where he dominated.  A lot of teams have center/iOL in the 1st and it's difficult to imagine him sliding out of the 1st, at least to me.  And as for Penix, I get that he'll turn 24 soon and that there are medical concerns, but this isn't like Latu where he once medically retired, where that was concerning his neck.  I'm not saying that I think Penix goes in the 1st Round (though I believe it's possible that a team trades back up into the 1st for Penix or Nix), but it's hard for me to imagine some team not nabbing him in the 2nd.  Too many teams need QB's and there will be some still holding their hand out after the musical chairs of free agency and the 1st Round have stopped.  

Those would be my only quibbles.  Truly, this was an enjoyable read and I, for one, appreciate all that you put into it.  

All of the following odds are courtesy of Bovada.  Some notable player odds of being picked in the 1st Round:

Forbes -400

McDonald -325

Schmitz +170

Tippman -150

Kancey -210

Washington  Even

Campbell +300

Torrence -175

Bresee -185

White +110

I find it very interesting that Tippman has better odds than Schmitz, because if anything, we've heard of a Schmitz connection to the Giants in the 1st, from Tony Pauline.  We've heard little to nothing on Tippman in the 1st, so that's certainly eyebrow-raising.  McDonald's odds are extremely surprising to me, as that price suggests he's going in the 1st Round, and his odds are considerably better than that of Keion White.  Forbes' odds practically make him a lock, as Josh Norris has said.  Kancey's odds are still decent, though I'm personally finding it hard to find the right fit for him if he gets past Detroit at #18.  

Bovada also has Wilson at -400 to be a top-5 pick, while Carter is only +300.  It has Richardson as -800 to go top-10, as well.  Witherspoon remains the solid -210 favorite to go as the first CB, while Wilson is favored over Anderson (-150/+125) to be the first defensive player chosen.  This suggests that Houston and even perhaps Arizona would be more likely to take Wilson over Anderson, a notion I happen to agree with.  

Now for some ADP's.  Carter's O/U is 6.5, with heavy juice (-270) to the Over.  Kincaid is at 24.5, with slight juice (-135) to the Over.  Bresee is at 29.5, with the juice nearly even on both sides.  Addison is at 22.5, with juice to the Over (-145), which I find interesting because many mocks are placing him with the Chargers at #21, in large part because of the connection with the WR coach.  I love the Under on Zay Flowers (22.5, with +135 for the Under), as I think one of the Pats/Seahawks/Chargers will take him.  

@RDGS I am one of those who would be shocked if the Lions took Bijan at #6.  That said, if they did pick him at 6, I feel very strongly that Detroit would pick a CB at #18 (or with their second pick after a trade up or down).  Deonte Banks, in particular, would make a lot of sense for them at #18 if the top 3 CB's are gone.  

I think we may start to see some sharp mocks with Darnell Washington to Dallas, rather than Mayer or Kincaid, if giving Dallas a TE.  They met with Washington but not the other 2, and Dallas almost always has a private meeting with its eventual 1st rounder.  Of course, there's been recent chatter that Washington will make it into the 1st Round.  So I'm just connecting dots there.  

@Mr. Bitter Fair point on Bergeron/Miami.  As it relates to Rodgers and the Jets and the Packers, I've seen some rumors making the rounds that the Packers are extremely high on Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and that the Rodgers trade is basically done.  Essentially, if JSN makes it to the Packers' scheduled pick at #13, the rumor is that the two teams would swap picks at #13 and #15 so that the Packers could take JSN, and then one of the 2nd Round picks will be heading to the Packers as has been widely speculated.  Or, I suppose, the Jets could technically take JSN and then the Packers would take whomever the Jets want at #15 and then the trade could get announced afterward, but you get the idea.  

Some other tidbits I've seen floating out there:

--Carter is not getting out of the top 10.  While I can't see Detroit, Seattle at 5 could happen, the Bears at 9 would be very likely to happen, and he wouldn't fall beyond Philly at 10.  

--Seeing some rumblings of Darnell Wright to the Bears at #9.  If Carter is gone and they want to go OT, he could get the call over Johnson or Skoronski or any of the others.  They really like their LT, and Wright might be seen as a great RT by them who is more ready to play than Johnson/Jones.

--Darnell Washington has a shot to go in the late 1st and in doing some dot connecting, Dallas met with him privately, and Dallas almost always meets its eventual 1st Round picks on an official 30 visit.  Notably, Dallas did NOT meet with Kincaid or Mayer.  Just something to file away for sure.  

--Daniel Jeremiah thinks it's better than 50/50 that Hooker ends up in the 1st Round.  

--Josh Norris is convinced that Emmanuel Forbes and Anton Harrison will be picked in the 1st Round.  

--There's been a media blitz of negative stuff on Stroud.  We heard about the alleged "hard to coach" stuff last week, though there was some pushback by locals on that.  But since then, it's come out that he ghosted the Manning Academy when he was supposed to appear, and also that he did terrible on the S2 test, which you can prepare for, of course.  Is he the second coming of Bo Callahan?  Ha, I kid, I kid.  

@Mr. Bitter To answer your last question, I just see things on Twitter from various outlets.  

I'd still be surprised if Houston passes on Stroud, assuming Young goes #1.  There's no guarantee of being able to move back up from #12, for one thing.  And trading draft capital to move up for Richardson after winning in Week 18 would look really terrible as far as the optics.  At least, as I see it.  If anything, if they aren't in love with Stroud, maybe they trade down, get a haul, and dip their toes in the QB market next year.  

@Mr. Bitter I did see that Baltimore signed Agholor.  I see Addison as a guy who can handle a high-volume role.  A guy who can keep you ahead of the chains on 1st down, and move the chains on 3rd down.  An Amon-Ra type, I guess.  The Ravens would probably prefer Johnston, but he is probably not going to last to 22, so maybe they'd trade up for him, who knows, though they often just let a good player fall to them.  

As for the Chiefs, if Wright or Dawand Jones were there at 31, I would have gone with either of them over Hyatt.  As Anton Harrison is adept in pass pro, perhaps he could be a consideration, but I am not sure that he sneaks into the 1st.  I have KC then using its 2nd rounder on a pass rusher (Ojulari), but maybe someone like Jaelyn Duncan could be a consideration if they don't go with a tackle at 31.  I also wouldn't rule out a trade up from 31 to get a tackle they like, perhaps Dawand Jones. 

I like the Sanders fit in Buffalo, and personally think he should go higher, but I'm trying to project picks, that's all.  Lance Zierlein's player comp for Sanders is...Tremaine Edmunds.