With the 8th overall pick in the 2021 draft, the Carolina Panthers select Trey Lance, QB, North Dakota State
Scott Fitterer decides he's going to take his inaugural shot on Lance as the future face of the franchise. Lance's athleticism and arm are big draws for a team desperate for an identity offensively. Bridgewater is there to, pun intended of course, bridge the gap and keep Lance from being thrown to the wolves right out of the gate, especially given Lance's lack of overall experience. [Reply]
The Broncos are a bit deflated that the QBs are off the board. This is an ideal trade-down scenario but since that is not possible, they are still able to snatch the #1 rated LB on the board to address future needs.
The Denver Broncos select Micah Parsons, LB, Penn State.
With the 10th overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft...
the Dallas Cowboys select Patrick Surtain II, CB, Alabama.
While not surprised, the Cowboys are a bit disappointed that neither Kyle Pitts nor Penei Sewell dropped to #10. They might also have considered Chase or Waddle, both of whom they think are perennial pro bowlers who could replace Michael Gallup after this upcoming season. Accepting these draft outcomes, the defense needs major help and will be a major focus of their draft across the coming days. The 2020 Cowboys defense was historically bad, so they excitedly hand in their card securing one of the drafts top defensive backs.
The Cowboys considered Caleb Farley as an alternate for this pick. They actually have Farley graded higher than Patrick Surtain II and consider him to be a better scheme fit, but given the number of holes and lack of CB depth, they needed to ensure they got a season-long starter with this pick. Given Farleys extensive injury history including the fact that he is scheduled to have back surgery next week (super scary even if minor), they elected for Surtain who has a very high floor and gives them confidence heading into the season. The Cowboys take the safe pick. [Reply]
Given a choice between the #2 and #3 LT on the board... the Chargers disappoint the family of Christian Darrisaw, LT, Virginia Tech by making him their new franchise T.
They sweat out the Chiefs’ furious attempts to trade into 11 and 12, but get their man.
He is so excited he blows out his knee hugging his mom.
Next!
(On my phone, parenting. Can someone DM for me?) [Reply]
Originally Posted by duncan_idaho:
Given a choice between the #2 and #3 LT on the board... the Chargers disappoint the family of Christian Darrisaw, LT, Virginia Tech by making him their new franchise T.
They sweat out the Chiefs’ furious attempts to trade into 11 and 12, but get their man.
He is so excited he blows out his knee hugging his mom.
Next!
(On my phone, parenting. Can someone DM for me?)
No problem, I gotcha! For the future, please put your picks in bold along with “The ___ select”. [Reply]