Wow, the 2020 NFL Draft was something else! I’m not sure if I’ve ever been so excited and nervous all at once. It’s been a whirlwind since the rankings started coming out, so much speculation! My favorite teams have been hovering around the top picks and I’ve been keeping my fingers crossed that they’ll make the right call.
It always amazes me to see the talent these players possess – the physical and mental strength they have puts them in an upper echelon of powerhouses in their respective divisions. The rankings for this season certainly reflected that, with some of the best players from across the country available. Every player showed how committed and passionate they are about the game. It was inspiring to witness the dedication and grit that these college and high school athletes embraced.
The last few days before the draft felt like an episode of Survivor. There was so much build up; the teams, the coaches, the fans, all of us waiting with bated breath to see who the ultimate champions of the 2020 draft would be. Of course, no one knows who those players are going to be until the draft is over but I have to say, despite the suspense, the anticipation was electric. I’m sure everyone felt the same way on draft night.
I’d like to think the scouts and coaches at the major teams are better at predicting potential draft picks than my friends and I have been, but that doesn’t stop us from playing fantasy football at the draft table. We were all eager to see if our rankings and strategies would pan out. We like to keep it light and fun with some friendly wagering (nothing crazy) on the selections.
My friends and I have discussed the 2020 draft rankings more times than I can count. We’ve talked about each division, each position, and each team. There are some pretty fierce debates – are the 49ers going go with defense or offense in their first round selection? Who has the advantage at the tight end position? And of course, who will be the number one pick? The debates will probably rage on till the end of the draft!
The first round of the draft was an experience I’ll never forget. It was filled with excitement, surprise, and tedium. When it came to the rankings, some teams surprised us with their selections, while others followed the conventional wisdom. All in all, it was a great start to the NFL Draft!
The second round of the draft was also interesting to watch. Teams were trading their picks to get the best players they could find, and some of those trades had huge implications for the team and the fanbase. Even though a few teams struggled to stay within their budget, they were able to get great players and use them to their full potential.
The third round was equally entertaining. This is when teams began to tweak some of their rankings for needs that may have been overlooked. Watching team after team make great moves with their picks was thrilling. It was like a chess game between coaches and analysts.
The fourth round of the draft was a much-needed break for everyone involved. This is where teams began to fill their rosters with what they believed were the best players available. Again, there was lots of trading and swapping of picks, and some new strategies being applied as teams tried to build the strongest possible rosters.
The fifth round of the draft saw teams trying to piece together their rosters with the best depth they could get. Players across all positions were available, so teams had to be careful not to miss out on anyone who could make an impact. There were some major revelations as key players were snatched up for their teams.
The sixth and seventh rounds of the draft concluded the festivities. This is when teams chased the value picks and longshots – they tend to be the players who can make a lot of noise in the NFL if used correctly. After each of the rounds, we always discussed who we think will make the biggest impact. It’s always a great way to end the draft, sharing our opinions and analyzing the picks.
Overall, the 2020 NFL Draft will definitely go down as one of the most exciting ever. I can’t wait to see how their rankings manifest in the weeks and months ahead. Until then, I’m sure us fans will be debating and speculating about the potential of each rookie!