The NFL Draft has concluded, and teams are already being evaluated for their moves. The Jacksonville Jaguars made the biggest splash by trading up two spots to grab highly touted receiver Travis Hunter, considered one of the best prospects in the draft.
General Manager James Gladstone’s bold move could pay off if Hunter becomes a star player. As a wide receiver, he will form an explosive partnership with quarterback Trevor Lawrence, giving them immense firepower. If Hunter also excels on defense, it could be a masterstroke for the Jaguars.
On the other hand, Cleveland Browns’ draft has been marred by controversy. Shedeur Sanders, who was expected to go in the first round, slid all the way to the fifth round due to his team’s lack of need and questionable personality. The Browns also picked up two quarterbacks, including Sanders, ahead of him.
The Las Vegas Raiders had a solid draft under new General Manager John Spytek, with 11 picks that could give them a boost in the upcoming season. They selected a star running back, Ashton Jeanty, who joins veteran quarterback Geno Smith to form a potent offense.
However, the Atlanta Falcons’ aggressive approach backfired when they made a questionable trade for receiver James Pearce Jr. and also picked up quarterback Michaal Penix Jr. in last year’s first round. The team also faced criticism after their son of the defensive coordinator made a prank call to Sanders, which led to an apology from both parties.
The Browns’ situation with Sanders could lead to a quarterback battle, but it’s still early days for him to prove himself. Overall, the draft has provided plenty of talking points, and teams are now looking forward to evaluating their progress in the coming weeks.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/articles/cn8vq77xqzxo