Tag: Draft
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2026 NFL Mock Draft: First-Round Predictions Before Week 14 Action
Ohio State • Jr • 6’4″ / 243 lbs Projected Team Tennessee PROSPECT RNK 10th POSITION RNK 1st An explosive, high-motor LB with a versatile skill set that includes elite closing speed vs. both the run and the pass. He is a terror coming downhill, showcasing his strength and athleticism to shoot gaps, shed blocks,…
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2026 NFL Draft Profile: Ohio State DL Kayden McDonald
While Kayden McDonald’s technique remains a work in progress, he displays a unique ability to get himself out of bad positions and dominate against the run thanks to his rare combination of size (6’3″, 326 lbs), strength and athleticism. McDonald went to Ohio State as a 4-star recruit in the 2023 class and saw the…
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Three Phillies Prospects Left Unprotected for the Rule 5 Draft
With the calendar turned to December, the Rule 5 Draft — which takes place Dec. 10 during the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla. — is officially near. Two weeks ago, the Phillies kicked off what should be a busy offseason by adding three prospects to the 40-man roster: top prospect Andrew Painter (MLB No. 16),…
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D’Angelo Ponds: Scouting Report on Indiana Cornerback Ahead of NFL Draft
D’Angelo Ponds, a cornerback from Indiana, is making waves ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. Currently ranked No. 32 on various scouting boards, his profile reflects a unique blend of talent that defies traditional expectations for his size. D’Angelo Ponds: Scouting Profile Standing at 5 feet 9 inches and weighing 170 pounds, Ponds is considered…
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Raiders Move Up to Secure Future Franchise QB in Dane Brugler’s 2026 NFL Mock Draft
Dec. 4, 2025, 9:11 a.m. PT Quarterback is once again a big need for the Raiders going into the offseason. Yes, the offseason is still a month or so away, but being that the Raiders were officially eliminated from the playoffs last week, their offseason plans start now. Just in time for that, Dane Brugler…
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Why NFL Teams Favor QBs Remaining in College Over Entering the Draft
With money, fame and opportunity as accessible as ever in college football, NFL teams hope quarterbacks are enjoying that lifestyle enough to stay in school, rather than rushing into the draft. That’s never been truer under the current landscape than this NFL Draft cycle. The crop of eligible quarterbacks was largely uninspiring this season, prompting…
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Atlanta Falcons Draft Strategy Ahead of Week 14
Dec. 2, 2025, 12:45 p.m. ET The Atlanta Falcons are in a tough spot after suffering their eighth loss of the season to the New York Jets on Sunday. While the team had high hopes coming into the year, the playoffs are pretty much off the table and fans have already begun to look ahead…
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2026 NBA Draft Prospects: Insights from Las Vegas and Major Holiday Tournaments
Duke’s Cameron Boozer tallied 35 points against Arkansas on Thanksgiving night. Editor’s Note: Read more NBA coverage from The Athletic here. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NBA or its teams. *** LAS VEGAS — Even without its marquee star, the Players Era Festival provided quite a one-stop shopping…