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Which prospects should be a first-round pick?

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Which prospects should be a first-round pick?

Not every prospect coming out of college can be a first-round pick, but that doesn't mean these players don't have first-round grades. Our NFL analysts debate which players in this year's class should be taken on Day 1, but might not be.

WHAT'S TRENDING

Charles Davis, Rhett Lewis: Two bold predictions for Round 1 of 2021 draft

David Carr: Justin Fields 'has the most potential of any quarterback in this draft'

Baldinger: Elijah Moore has Offensive Rookie of the Year potential

Pelissero: NFL personnel say keep an eye on Trey Lance for 49ers at No. 3 pick

'You did a heck of a job': Trask impresses Mariucci on the whiteboard test

'Run Rich Run' 40-yard dash to air on NFL Network during 2021 NFL Draft coverage

Black Pumas, Machine Gun Kelly to join 2021 NFL Draft Concert Series presented by Bose

Draft-A-Thon

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2021 NFL Draft: What to expect with five pivotal first-round picks

Peter Schrager 2021 NFL mock draft 2.0: Cardinals, Patriots trade up for Alabama receivers

NFL draft: Ranking every quarterback class since 2000

2021 NFL Draft: Ranking the running backs, from No. 1 to 30

Gil Brandt's Hot 100, 2.0: Top prospects in 2021 NFL Draft class

USC WR Amon-Ra St. Brown was built (by his father) for the NFL

2021 NFL Draft: Ideal top two picks for every team

Charles Davis 2021 NFL mock draft 1.0: Falcons pick Justin Fields to succeed Matt Ryan

Charley Casserly 2021 NFL mock draft 2.0: Washington trades up for QB Trey Lance

Peter Schrager 2021 NFL mock draft 1.0: Pats trade up for Justin Fields, Cardinals go get Kyle Pitts

Daniel Jeremiah 2021 NFL mock draft 3.0: 49ers go all in on Mac Jones

2021 NFL Draft: Best team fits for top wide receivers? Five analytics-based pairings

2021 NFL mock draft ... with a twist! What every team SHOULD do

Lance Zierlein 2021 NFL mock draft 3.0: Eagles land Jaylen Waddle after trading down

Four-round 2021 NFL mock draft 2.0: 49ers pounce on Trey Lance at No. 3

2021 NFL Draft: Best team fits for top quarterbacks? Five analytics-based pairings

Once in a generation: Is Trevor Lawrence NFL's next big thing?

How Najee Harris is training for the 2021 NFL Draft

How top WR prospect Ja'Marr Chase trains for the 2021 NFL Draft

Gaining Greatness: How Mac Jones is training for the NFL draft

Take the Stage: Josh Allen and Trey Lance

2021 NFL Draft: Seven potential Day 1 trades that make sense

Joker's wild: Why Alabama QB Mac Jones is getting the last laugh

2021 NFL Draft: Ranking each position group in this year's class

CHAUVIN VERDICT REACTIONS

NFL players, community react to Derek Chauvin's murder conviction in death of George Floyd

Nate Burleson shares reaction to Derek Chauvin trial verdict

Irvin, Dr. Boyd: How Derek Chauvin trial differed from previous trials against police

Aeneas Williams on the role of young players in moving country forward

Terrell Davis offers his perspective on Chauvin trial verdict

Kelvin Beachum: NFL's activism brings social 'conversation to the forefront'

Dr. Harry Edwards: Chauvin ruling marks 'a transformative time in American society'

Dr. Todd Boyd, Trotter, Wyche on what should happen next after Chauvin verdict

Dr. Todd Boyd: Chauvin verdict 'not a moment for celebration' but rather 'introspection'

Wyche, Silver, Battista react to Derek Chauvin verdict

Dr. Todd Boyd: NFL players shouldn't be 'demonized' for voicing social, political beliefs

Predict the Pick

How will Round 1 go down in the 2021 NFL Draft? Make your predictions and create your very own first-round selections with a custom mock draft!

TEAM DRAFT PROJECTIONS

Chad Reuter projects every Cardinals pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Jets pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Buccaneers pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Packers pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Saints pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Chiefs pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Ravens pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Dolphins pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Rams pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Browns pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Vikings pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Seahawks pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Titans pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Colts pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Patriots pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Panthers pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Bears pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every WFT pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Giants pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Chargers pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Lions pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Eagles pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Broncos pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Cowboys pick in 2021 NFL Draft

Chad Reuter projects every Raiders pick in 2021 NFL Draft

INSPIRE CHANGE

Say Their Stories: George Floyd as told by Damion Square

Say Their Stories: George Floyd as told by Mecole Hardman

Say Their Stories: Breonna Taylor as told by Kelvin Beachum and Demario Davis

Say Their Stories: Rodney King as told by Keisean Nixon

Say Their Stories: Ahmaud Arbery as told by Alvin Kamara

Say Their Stories: MJ Acosta-Ruiz opens up about Breonna Taylor's impact on her life

Say Their Stories: Alton Sterling as told by Tyrann Mathieu

Say Their Stories: Philando Castile as told by Texans' Michael Thomas

Say Their Stories: Stephon Clark as told by Arik Armstead

Say Their Stories: Emmett Till as told by DK Metcalf

Steve Wyche introduces YWCA of Cleveland's 21-Day Challenge

Inspire Change: Falcons reflect on Rep. John Lewis

Say Their Stories: Jemel Roberson as told by Tahir Whitehead

Say Their Stories: Sharonda Coleman-Singleton as told by Randall Cobb

Say Their Stories: Vanessa Guillen as told by Eric Rowe

Say Their Stories: Jordan Davis as told by Leonard Fournette

Say Their Stories: Oscar Grant as told by Keith Ismael

Say Their Stories: Julius Jones as told by Baker Mayfield

Say Their Stories: Elijah McClain as told by Trent Williams

Say Their Stories: Powerful Phrases with Jarvis Landry and Ryan Tannehill

Say Their Stories: John Sanders as told by Myles Garrett

FEATURED

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NFL THROWBACK

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ANALYSIS

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Justin Fields skepticism is baffling; top five unicorns in the 2021 NFL Draft

Top 101 NFL free agents of 2021: Antonio Brown among best players available

Colts' initiative aims to help end stigma around mental health issues

Is former Patriots receiver Julian Edelman a Hall of Famer?

Julian Edelman's retirement marks end of career defined by 'full throttle' approach

Panthers' gamble on Sam Darnold makes sense; Kyle Pitts is the 2021 NFL draft's best player

Daniel Jones, Ezekiel Elliott, Odell Beckham Jr. among NFL's make-or-break players in 2021

Quarterback relocations: Sam Darnold, Matthew Stafford benefit from move; Jared Goff will struggle

2021 Graybeards: A team of the NFL's best remaining free agents, age 30 or older

Seven teams that MUST do well in the 2021 NFL Draft

Mac Jones not worth a first-round pick; Rashod Bateman the next Justin Jefferson?

Justin Herbert, Chargers ready to be West Coast's next Cinderella squad

Wide receiver relocations: Kenny Golladay, Sammy Watkins will flourish; Will Fuller to fade

Projecting long-term contracts for 2021's franchise-tagged players

2021 NFL trade grades: Who's winning/losing on the deal-making front?

NFL's best rivalries in 2021: Browns vs. Steelers, Tom Brady vs. Bill Belichick and more

NFL Power Rankings: Browns, Patriots up in free agency; Bears slip

Does race remain a factor in the evaluation of NFL quarterbacks?

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Steve Wyche announces partnership with Atlanta Falcons

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Justin Herbert earns 2020 Reese's Senior Bowl Rookie of the Year honors

Bills Today | What Josh Allen thinks about a long-term contract extension

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The story of two Broncos nutritionists who shaped the future of the NFL

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Welcome to Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Stadium

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'Playmakers' podcast: High school coach Monique Boone

Drew Brees reflects on his 15-year journey in New Orleans

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Photos: Arrowhead hosts vaccination event

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Cleveland eager to 'provide for fans,' become central hub of 2021 NFL Draft

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Former Bears player turns into high school coach

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Panthers, XENEX partner to donate robot to Charlotte 49ers Athletic Department

Chiefs, GEHA announce naming rights agreement for GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

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The impact of HBCUs on & off the field

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Capturing 2020: The storytellers tell their story

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