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The restrictions placed by the league in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have forced teams to take unprecedented action leading up to the 2020 NFL Draft. Regardless, this will not affect the Green Bay Packers approach. The Packers still have a number of voids left to fill this offseason. General manager Brian Gutekunst plans […]

Holding a league-high 14 draft selections in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Miami Dolphins are poised to complete yet another element of their rebuild process under head coach Brian Flores. Tied pretty much to a quarterback since the 2019 season even began, the likes of Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert are the names at the […]

The 2020 NFL Draft is going to be different than any other draft in history, as it will be held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. Just a few days before it begins, John Elway, the GM of the Denver Broncos, made a revealing quote about the 2020 NFL Draft. Interesting note from Broncos GM […]

The Las Vegas Raiders will certainly keep an eye out for the top-shelf class of college wide receivers in the upcoming 2020 NFL Draft on Thursday, with general manager Mike Mayock reportedly enamored with Oklahoma Sooners standout CeeDee Lamb. Per Peter King in NBC Sports’ Football Morning in America: Maybe the toughest call I had […]

This year’s quarterback class boasts three players who could be taken in the first five picks, and at least one other first-round prospect. There are also some intriguing options later on with a myriad of different skillsets, strengths, and weaknesses. Here are the top five QBs in the 2020 NFL Draft. 5. Jalen Hurts, Oklahoma […]

Joe Burrow will more than certainly be the first overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft, possessed by the struggling Cincinnati Bengals. If you ask the 23-year-old standout LSU Tigers quarterback whether he saw this coming or not, though, he would answer no. Well, he was asked this very question, via Albert Breer in Sports […]

Booing NFL commissioner Roger Goodell as he walks to the stage to announce the first-round picks at the NFL Draft every year is basically a time-honored tradition for fans across the country. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 NFL Draft will be held remotely throughout multiple locations in the U.S. rather than […]

For the most part, the Los Angeles Chargers have faired well in the NFL draft. Throughout their six-plus decades of existence, the Chargers have drafted stars such as LaDanian Tomlinson, Dan Fouts and Joey Bosa. However, at the same time, like every other team in the NFL, the Chargers are not infallible and have their […]

Things aren’t looking promising for the 2020 NFL Draft from a technical standpoint. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s draft is unlike any other in league history. With social distancing and quarantine rules in place, the event will be held remotely using online using software such as Microsoft Team and Zoom. However, with […]

The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly expected to be one of the most aggressive teams in the 2020 NFL Draft, which could include trading into the top five. It’s no secret that the Falcons could improve on both sides of the ball, with defense expected to be their main focus in the draft. However, it seems […]

The 2020 NFL Draft is finally here and every NFL team is trying to improve their roster. There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding this draft, but there are plenty of teams that might be looking to make a deal to move up or down in the first round of the draft. Let’s look at […]

The Coronavirus pandemic has caused many to change their plans including Chase Young, who has had to adapt to the situation ahead of this week’s NFL Draft. Young made an appearance on CBS Sports HQ and said that his draft party will be limited to only 10 people in the house. Here's video of @youngchase907 […]

The Cardinals’ history can be traced all the way back to 1898 but they didn’t officially become the Arizona Cardinals until 1988. Even though their history is short in Arizona, they have had some draft busts that have stood out over the years. Let’s break down the five biggest NFL draft busts in Cardinals history. […]

With Matt Ryan turning 35 years old next month, the Atlanta Falcons may need to start thinking about their future at quarterback. Apparently, they already are. According to Jason Butt of The Athletic, Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff said that the club is “always interested” in drafting quarterbacks. That came in response to a question […]

According to Peter King of NBC Sports, the Kansas City Chiefs could be looking to trade up to take University of Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III in the first round of the NFL Draft this week. Based on how the Chiefs evaluate wideouts, their interest in Ruggs hardly comes as a surprise. Ruggs ran […]

The New York Giants have spent “a lot of time” doing its research on quarterback Justin Herbert. Despite already possessing their franchise QB in Daniel Jones, the Giant have taken an interest in the Oregon product. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, New York head coach Joe Judge has FaceTimed Herbert. The 6-foot-6 quarterback […]

The San Francisco 49ers own a pair of first-round picks in this week’s NFL Draft, but there seems to be a chance that they won’t actually end up using either of them. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the 49ers are open to trading both of their first-round selections. San Francisco picked up an extra […]

The Detroit Lions could have their man with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. According to the latest from Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, the Lions have a few options with their top draft pick. While they can obviously trade down in the draft to select someone else or acquire more […]

The Cleveland Browns own the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft this week, but they may not end up using it. According to Peter King of NBC Sports, the Browns have been “actively trying to trade down” in order to accumulate more picks. King mentions a possibility where the Miami Dolphins could trade up […]

If anyone knows what it’s like to be drafted No. 1 overall and the pressure and expectations that come with it, it’s Peyton Manning. The five-time NFL MVP spoke on SportsCenter about the advice he gave Joe Burrow, who is the clear favorite to be drafted first overall by the Cincinnati Bengals. “What I told […]

Former NFL star and Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre had high praise for presumptive No. 1 overall pick Joe Burrow. Favre said Burrow’s dominance at LSU during their 2019 national championship season was unprecedented, adding Burrow is essentially a “can’t-miss” prospect solely based on his performance in college (via Chris Roling of USA TODAY): […]

Prospects will not be on hand during the 2020 NFL Draft. In fact, the draft will be conducted virtually, with Commissioner Roger Goodell announcing picks from his home in Westchester County, New York. Additionally, front offices will also conduct draft business on a virtual level, with all team facilities shut down due to the coronavirus […]

The Miami Dolphins know the NFL Draft is four days away. Insiders are indicating Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert appears more likely to be selected before Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported Tua remains confident he will be taken within the first six picks, but Fowler suggested it seems unlikely the Miami Dolphins […]

In recent weeks, the Denver Broncos have been listed as a team that could trade up in the 2020 NFL Draft. With that in mind, there are reports suggesting that the Broncos want to trade up from the No. 15 pick to land Jerry Jeudy. Over the past few months, most mock drafts have Jeudy […]

This year’s draft class of wide receivers is littered with talent, causing some to compare it to some of the best classes in years past. Ahead of the 2020 NFL Draft, Jacksonville Jaguars GM, Dave Caldwell, believes the 2020 wide receiver class is comparable to the historic one in 2014. Back in the 2014 NFL […]

The 2020 NFL Draft is right around the corner. And with the draft, comes a lot to talk about. There is simply so much to look at when it comes to drafts. Trades dominate the day. As do teams reaching for a player and prospects sliding down the draft board and lasting much longer than […]

The Indianapolis Colts were once considered a team that could select a quarterback early in the 2020 NFL Draft, but that was before they signed Philip Rivers in free agency. With their current quarterback situation, Indianapolis won’t force themselves into drafting their quarterback of the future. “‘It’s gotta be the right guy, the right fit […]

Antoine Winfield Jr. is one of the best safety prospects available in the 2020 NFL Draft and he’s beginning to garner more interest ahead of the draft. With the draft less than a week away, there are four teams interested in Winfield. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, incoming prospects have been forced to conduct their […]

The NFL plans on holding a trial run on Monday of the 2020 NFL Draft that will be held virtually on April 23. Just a couple of days before they conduct the trial, details have emerged about Monday’s mock run-through. What we do know is that the trial run-through of the NFL Draft will have […]

Had it not been for a questionable injury history throughout his college career, Colorado star Laviska Shenault would undoubtedly be in the running to be the first wide receiver taken in the 2020 draft. In February, Shenault that he would undergo surgery to fix a lingering core muscle injury as well as inflammation of the […]

The 2020 NFL Draft will be held virtually, raising some questions on how the league will handle technical problems or trades. According to ESPN’s Mike Tannenbaum, the league will stop the draft clock to allow trades to process. The @nfl has informed all teams that for the first time in draft history, they will “stop […]

The Detroit Lions possess the No. 3 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, making it possible for them to trade back in the first round. Bob Quinn, the GM of the Lions, says that Detroit has had conversations about trading the No. 3 pick in the draft. “I’ve had a few of those conversations over […]

The New York Giants own the fourth overall pick in the NFL Draft next week, but will they actually use it? It remains to be seen, but general manager Dave Gettleman said that the Giants could look to move the pick: “It’s something I will very seriously entertain,” Gettleman said Friday on a conference call […]

The first two picks of the upcoming NFL Draft are fairly universally agreed upon by most draft experts. After LSU quarterback Joe Burrow who is expected to go first overall to the Cincinnati Bengals, Ohio State defensive end Chase Young is projected to be next in line — going to the Washington Redskins. With that […]

The New England Patriots are heading into a new era after two decades with superstar quarterback Tom Brady under center. Now that Brady will be suiting up for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, speculation has run rampant about what could be in store for New England at the most crucial position on the football field. Head […]

In the months leading up to the 2020 NFL Draft, analysts have attempted to pinpoint what position the Dallas Cowboys could address in the first round. Stephen Jones, the Executive Vice President of the Cowboys, revealed which position will be Dallas’ focus in the NFL Draft. Similar to most teams, the Cowboys have a variety […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars possess two first-round picks in the 2020 NFL Draft, holding the No. 9 and No. 20 picks. While the Jaguars are amid a rebuild, making sure they make the right selections in the first round is crucial to the organization’s future. Throughout Jacksonville’s history, they’ve drafted well in certain moments, drafting guys […]

The 2020 NFL Draft is going to be conducted virtually due to the coronavirus, but that isn’t stopping the Seattle Seahawks from making draft-day trades. With less than a week until the draft, Pete Carroll hints at a trade for the Seahawks. “Probably the most intricate part of this [virtual draft] other than the analytics […]

The Baltimore Ravens might be one of the NFL’s youngest franchises, but it’s also been one of the most successful, with two Super Bowl victories and numerous seasons spent atop a typically competitive AFC North division. Drafting well has long been a Ravens hallmark, but that doesn’t mean every player selected has gone onto success. […]