NFL draft drama? There could be plenty on tap this year
The 2020 NFL draft is next week. While we know the event will be taking place virtually given restrictions implemented in light of the coronavirus pandemic, there's still significant uncertainty in exactly how the event will be carried out.
The setup, in which coaches and general managers must work from their own homes, is new territory for all of the league's 32 teams. The prospects, too, will also have a unique draft-day experience, as 58 will participate remotely rather than receive the traditional handshake from commissioner Roger Goodell. And Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh has already expressed a concern over potential security breaches.
It's all part of what could be a landmark NFL draft that's heavy on drama, with the potential for plenty of intrigue following the first two Round 1 selections. Check out our latest coverage below and stick with Paste BN Sports in the lead-up to the draft for rankings, mock drafts, analysis, news and more.
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2020 NFL draft
- Top 50 rankings: Paste BN Sports released its list of the premier prospect in the 2020 NFL draft — and expected No. 1 pick Joe Burrow isn't at the top.
- Latest mock draft: The real drama could take place after the first two Round 1 selections.
- Riskiest players: Every draft has its share of boom-or-bust prospects, so we've highlighted 15 who have a rocky outlook.
- Draft prospects with famous fathers: This year's draft features a number of players who had fathers who were NFL standouts.
- Who has the most at stake?: The Dolphins could control the draft given their three-first round picks, but several other teams have a lot riding on this year's draft haul.
- 11 teams with most at stake in draft: Every NFL team would benefit from an infusion of talent via the NFL draft. But for some franchises, there's immense pressure riding on the event.
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NFL news, analysis and more
- Christian McCaffrey resets RB wage scale: McCaffrey's landmark contract extension is indicative of the running back position's ongoing evolution.
- 'Water under the bridge': Bill Belichick says the Patriots are focused on the future after Tom Brady's departure.
- Colts unveil new era of uniforms: The Colts revealed a new logo, a new wordmark and more on Monday.
- Key to NFL success in 2020?: Not only will virtual offseason workout programs be needed to trigger player bonuses, they might be vital to success in the NFL this season.
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