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How the Washington Wizards can win the 2023 NBA Draft

While they may not have a pristine draft history, the Washington Wizards have had some noteworthy success in their history when it comes to the NBA Draft.This could easily be one of those years where they just get the right pieces at the right time through the highly-anticipated event.It has been well noted across the NBA community that this draft class is absolutely loaded with talent.

Matt Groh explains Patriots' decision to not add at tight end in the NFL Draft

Entering the 2023 NFL Draft, this years tight end class was considered one of the deepest and most talented in years.That seemed like good news for the New England Patriots, as they entered the weekend not having a tight end signed beyond this season.But as the draft came and went, New England did not use one of their 12 selections at the position.

Patriots may have hit the jackpot with two late-round picks

Most assumed the Patriots would be heavily invested in acquiring top-talent offensive players in this year's draft, particularly wide receivers, as it was clearly the weaker part of the team.But in true Bill Belichick form, they did the complete opposite, waiting to add to the offense until the later rounds on day three.

Patriots draft trio of offensive linemen to open up Day 3 of NFL Draft

Because of the apparent needs on the offensive side of the ball, seeing the Patriots not make any offensive selections until the fourth round of the draft was shocking.That changed, however, as they took a pair of offensive linemen, followed by another one in the fifth round, drafting a center and two guards so far through the first five rounds of the draft.

Patriots draft UCLA G Atonio Mafi with the 144th overall pick

After trading out of the final spot in the fourth round, the New England Patriots were back on the clock again in the fifth.They used that selection to address their offensive line yet again: with pick No. 144, New England drafted UCLA guard Atonio Mafi.The Patriots are no strangers to Mafi after coaching him at the East-West Shrine Bowl.

D'Andre Swift trade grades: Eagles land another Dawg in Lions trade

D'Andre Swift was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles after the Detroit Lions drafted Jahmyr Gibbs and we're grading the trade for both teams.The Philadelphia Eagles have been a big winner in the 2023 NFL Draft with a shockingly simple strategy: Draft players from the 2021 Georgia Bulldogs defense, perhaps the greatest defense that college football has ever seen.

How the Washington Wizards can win the 2023 NBA Draft

While they may not have a pristine draft history, the Washington Wizards have had some noteworthy success in their history when it comes to the NBA Draft.This could easily be one of those years where they just get the right pieces at the right time through the highly-anticipated event.It has been well noted across the NBA community that this draft class is absolutely loaded with talent.

Matt Groh explains Patriots' decision to not add at tight end in the NFL Draft

Entering the 2023 NFL Draft, this years tight end class was considered one of the deepest and most talented in years.That seemed like good news for the New England Patriots, as they entered the weekend not having a tight end signed beyond this season.But as the draft came and went, New England did not use one of their 12 selections at the position.

Patriots may have hit the jackpot with two late-round picks

Most assumed the Patriots would be heavily invested in acquiring top-talent offensive players in this year's draft, particularly wide receivers, as it was clearly the weaker part of the team.But in true Bill Belichick form, they did the complete opposite, waiting to add to the offense until the later rounds on day three.

Patriots draft trio of offensive linemen to open up Day 3 of NFL Draft

Because of the apparent needs on the offensive side of the ball, seeing the Patriots not make any offensive selections until the fourth round of the draft was shocking.That changed, however, as they took a pair of offensive linemen, followed by another one in the fifth round, drafting a center and two guards so far through the first five rounds of the draft.

Patriots draft UCLA G Atonio Mafi with the 144th overall pick

After trading out of the final spot in the fourth round, the New England Patriots were back on the clock again in the fifth.They used that selection to address their offensive line yet again: with pick No. 144, New England drafted UCLA guard Atonio Mafi.The Patriots are no strangers to Mafi after coaching him at the East-West Shrine Bowl.

D'Andre Swift trade grades: Eagles land another Dawg in Lions trade

D'Andre Swift was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles after the Detroit Lions drafted Jahmyr Gibbs and we're grading the trade for both teams.The Philadelphia Eagles have been a big winner in the 2023 NFL Draft with a shockingly simple strategy: Draft players from the 2021 Georgia Bulldogs defense, perhaps the greatest defense that college football has ever seen.
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Patriots not getting 2024 compensatory picks now all but official

With the NFL Draft in the rear-view mirror, the league is also closing the book on its 2023 free agency period - at least in a way.The compensation window, after all, is now closed.This means that any unrestricted free agents signed or lost moving forward will no longer be counting towards the formula used to determine which teams will earn extra selections in next year's draft.

Patriots' selections follow a common theme, and more notes from Day 2 of the NFL Draft

The New England Patriots entered the second day of the 2023 NFL Draft with 11 selections in possession, including one each in Rounds 2 and 3.The expectation was that they would use some of their capital to move up the board, and while they very well might have tried nothing came from their efforts.So, the team stayed put both at No. 46 in the second round and at No. 76 in the third.

Patriots not getting 2024 compensatory picks now all but official

With the NFL Draft in the rear-view mirror, the league is also closing the book on its 2023 free agency period - at least in a way.The compensation window, after all, is now closed.This means that any unrestricted free agents signed or lost moving forward will no longer be counting towards the formula used to determine which teams will earn extra selections in next year's draft.

Patriots' selections follow a common theme, and more notes from Day 2 of the NFL Draft

The New England Patriots entered the second day of the 2023 NFL Draft with 11 selections in possession, including one each in Rounds 2 and 3.The expectation was that they would use some of their capital to move up the board, and while they very well might have tried nothing came from their efforts.So, the team stayed put both at No. 46 in the second round and at No. 76 in the third.
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Way-too-early 2024 NFL mock draft has Patriots pick an offensive tackle

The 2023 NFL Draft is just behind us, but that does not mean some folks are already looking ahead at next year.Over at Pro Football Focus, a new mock is projecting players for the 2024 draft.That projection has the New England Patriots address a position they did not add to in this year's draft:
12. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS: OT JC LATHAM, ALABAMALatham was an elite pass-protector at right tackle for Alabama this past season as a sophomore.
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Rumors indicate Bulls could trade for a young star in the making

There's no point in sugarcoating things any longer, this past season left a lot to be desired from the Chicago Bulls.This franchise is clearly in need of drastic change if they wish to return to their winning ways anytime soon.If recent rumors are to be believed, however, an opportunity may have just presented itself to get things back on track this summer.

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It seemed like most of the contending teams in the NFL opened this year's draft with a strong first-round selection.That probably means that if you're a fan of one of those teams, you're pretty hyped up for the NFL season this fall.If you sign up with Caesars Sportsbook, you can back your favorite team and get a full refund in bonus bets up to $1,250 if you miss!

Go inside the Patriots' war room as they trade down, draft Christian Gonzalez

The New England Patriots were quite busy on Thursday night.Entering the first day of the 2023 NFL Draft as the owners of the 14th overall selection, they worked the phones to possibly move out of that spot.Indeed they did, manufacturing a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers to move down three positions to No. 17 overall.

Rumors indicate Bulls could trade for a young star in the making

There's no point in sugarcoating things any longer, this past season left a lot to be desired from the Chicago Bulls.This franchise is clearly in need of drastic change if they wish to return to their winning ways anytime soon.If recent rumors are to be believed, however, an opportunity may have just presented itself to get things back on track this summer.

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It seemed like most of the contending teams in the NFL opened this year's draft with a strong first-round selection.That probably means that if you're a fan of one of those teams, you're pretty hyped up for the NFL season this fall.If you sign up with Caesars Sportsbook, you can back your favorite team and get a full refund in bonus bets up to $1,250 if you miss!

Go inside the Patriots' war room as they trade down, draft Christian Gonzalez

The New England Patriots were quite busy on Thursday night.Entering the first day of the 2023 NFL Draft as the owners of the 14th overall selection, they worked the phones to possibly move out of that spot.Indeed they did, manufacturing a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers to move down three positions to No. 17 overall.
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NFL Rumors: Andy Reid reveals KC's pitfall, 49ers kick themselves over draft choices, and more crazy Irsay ramblings

Today's NFL rumors surround Andy Reid divulging some sensitive information, Kyle Shanahan kicking himself for a draft choice, and Jim Irsay doing Jim Irsay things.The NFL Draft never ceases to shock the public as year after year there's always one team that makes a jaw-dropping trade or takes the player no one thought they would.

Patriots have the capital to be aggressive on Day 2 of the NFL Draft

When the New England Patriots were on the clock at No. 14 overall in the first round of the NFL Draft, they decide to make a trade.The Pittsburgh Steelers offered two picks in return, and down Bill Belichick and company went.The move paid off for them.Not only were they still able to grab cornerback Christian Gonzalez at No. 17 - one of the most talented players in this year's draft and surprise slider - they also added a fourth-round selection as part of that move.

Jerry Jones on where Mazi Smith was on team's draft board: Thirteen or 14, but who gives a shit? - ProFootballTalk

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones got in trouble with others in the organization last year when he intentionally revealed the top of the team's draft board to prove they had Tyler Smith ranked 16th.This year, he said multiple times he wasn't going to do that again."I'm not going to give them the damn board," Jones said to vice president of player personnel Will McClay when asked where the Cowboys had Mazi Smith ranked.

What first-round draft pick Christian Gonzalez brings to the Patriots defense

The New England Patriots took a patient approach to the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, and came away with one of the best players available: Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez was added with the 17th overall selection.Seen as a likely top-10 draft pick heading into Day 1, Gonzalez falling into the Patriots' lap - even more so after a trade-down - was a surprising development.

NFL Rumors: Andy Reid reveals KC's pitfall, 49ers kick themselves over draft choices, and more crazy Irsay ramblings

Today's NFL rumors surround Andy Reid divulging some sensitive information, Kyle Shanahan kicking himself for a draft choice, and Jim Irsay doing Jim Irsay things.The NFL Draft never ceases to shock the public as year after year there's always one team that makes a jaw-dropping trade or takes the player no one thought they would.

Patriots have the capital to be aggressive on Day 2 of the NFL Draft

When the New England Patriots were on the clock at No. 14 overall in the first round of the NFL Draft, they decide to make a trade.The Pittsburgh Steelers offered two picks in return, and down Bill Belichick and company went.The move paid off for them.Not only were they still able to grab cornerback Christian Gonzalez at No. 17 - one of the most talented players in this year's draft and surprise slider - they also added a fourth-round selection as part of that move.

Jerry Jones on where Mazi Smith was on team's draft board: Thirteen or 14, but who gives a shit? - ProFootballTalk

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones got in trouble with others in the organization last year when he intentionally revealed the top of the team's draft board to prove they had Tyler Smith ranked 16th.This year, he said multiple times he wasn't going to do that again."I'm not going to give them the damn board," Jones said to vice president of player personnel Will McClay when asked where the Cowboys had Mazi Smith ranked.

What first-round draft pick Christian Gonzalez brings to the Patriots defense

The New England Patriots took a patient approach to the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, and came away with one of the best players available: Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez was added with the 17th overall selection.Seen as a likely top-10 draft pick heading into Day 1, Gonzalez falling into the Patriots' lap - even more so after a trade-down - was a surprising development.
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Instant grade for the Patriots' seventh-round selection, CB Isaiah Bolden

The New England Patriots draft ended how it began: with a cornerback pick.At No. 245 in the seventh round, the team brought in Jackson State's Isaiah Bolden.Bolden, who was the first and only HBCU prospect taken in this year's draft, took a Top-30 visit with the Patriots.They obviously did their homework on him, so now it's on us to grade that homework.
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Patriots draft Jackson State CB Isaiah Bolden with the 245th overall pick

The 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, at least for the New England Patriots.With the 245th overall selection in the seventh round, they brought in cornerback Isaiah Bolden out of Jackson State.The first HBCU player to come off the board in this year's draft, Bolden had a Top-30 visit with the Patriots during the pre-draft process.

Patriots pick Michigan State CB Ameer Speed with the 214th overall pick

Just four picks after their last selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots were on the clock again.This time, they added to their cornerback group group: with the 214th overall pick in the sixth round, the team drafted Michigan State's Ameer Speed.Speed lives up to his name.Standing at 6-foot-3, 209 pounds, he ran a 4.33-second 40-yard dash at his Pro Day.

Patriots draft Jackson State CB Isaiah Bolden with the 245th overall pick

The 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, at least for the New England Patriots.With the 245th overall selection in the seventh round, they brought in cornerback Isaiah Bolden out of Jackson State.The first HBCU player to come off the board in this year's draft, Bolden had a Top-30 visit with the Patriots during the pre-draft process.

Patriots pick Michigan State CB Ameer Speed with the 214th overall pick

Just four picks after their last selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots were on the clock again.This time, they added to their cornerback group group: with the 214th overall pick in the sixth round, the team drafted Michigan State's Ameer Speed.Speed lives up to his name.Standing at 6-foot-3, 209 pounds, he ran a 4.33-second 40-yard dash at his Pro Day.
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Patriots draft LSU WR Kayshon Boutte with the 187th overall pick

Following a 40-pick lull, the New England Patriots have made another selection on Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft: with the 187th overall pick in the sixth round, they brought in LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte.A former five-star recruit, Boutte never quite lived up to the expectations during his time with the Tigers.

Patriots draft Eastern Michigan G Sidy Sow with the 117th overall pick

A busy fourth round for the New England Patriots continues.With the 117th overall choice in the fourth round, they have selected Eastern Michigan guard Sidy Sow.Sow brings considerable experience to the Patriots offense.Not only will he turn 25 in June, he also started 55 games over the course of his career with the Eagles - 44 at left guard, and 11 at left tackle.

Patriots draft Troy C Jake Andrews with the 107th overall pick

After going defense with each of their first three picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots have now finally added to their offense.With the 107th overall choice in the fourth round, they have selected Troy center Jake Andrews.Moving between right guard and center, Andrews started 38 games over his five-year career at Troy.

Patriots draft Maryland K Chad Ryland after trading up to the 112th overall pick

It did not take long for the New England Patriots to make another pick on Day 3 of the NFL Draft.Making a trade with the New York Jets, they moved up to No. 112 overall in the fourth round.Why?To bring Maryland kicker Jake Ryland aboard.Ryland started his career at Eastern Michigan before transferring to the Terrapins for the 2022 season.

Patriots draft pick Marte Mapu gives encouraging update on injury status

The New England Patriots have never shied away from taking a swing on a talented player coming off of injury.Their third-round selection in this year's draft is the latest example: Sacramento State safety Marte Mapu, who was brought in with the 76th overall pick.Mapu missed most of the pre-draft cycle because of a torn pectoral muscle suffered in February while bench-pressing.
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Patriots: This NFL Draft trade could replace Mac Jones altogether

The Patriots may have their eye on the best remaining quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft and could be willing to trade up for him, all but ending Mac Jones' career.With the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft just a few hours away, one central question could define Day 2: Who will take Will Levis?

Patriots draft Oregon CB Christian Gonzalez with the 17th overall pick

The New England Patriots have made their first selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.Following their previous trade down from the No. 14th overall pick, they have now selected Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez at No. 17.One of the top cornerback prospects in this year's draft, Gonzalez, was a surprise slider in the first round.

Patriots trade 14th overall pick to Steelers for two selections

The New England Patriots have traded down from their original draft slot at No. 14 overall.Instead of making a pick, they sent the selection to the Pittsburgh Steelers for No. 17 and No. 120 in the fourth round.With the 14th overall selection, the Steelers selected Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones.

Patriots: This NFL Draft trade could replace Mac Jones altogether

The Patriots may have their eye on the best remaining quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft and could be willing to trade up for him, all but ending Mac Jones' career.With the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft just a few hours away, one central question could define Day 2: Who will take Will Levis?

Patriots draft Oregon CB Christian Gonzalez with the 17th overall pick

The New England Patriots have made their first selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.Following their previous trade down from the No. 14th overall pick, they have now selected Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez at No. 17.One of the top cornerback prospects in this year's draft, Gonzalez, was a surprise slider in the first round.

Patriots trade 14th overall pick to Steelers for two selections

The New England Patriots have traded down from their original draft slot at No. 14 overall.Instead of making a pick, they sent the selection to the Pittsburgh Steelers for No. 17 and No. 120 in the fourth round.With the 14th overall selection, the Steelers selected Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones.
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Darius Slay, Eagles fire back at reporter for Jalen Carter question

The Eagles have already welcomed top draft pick Jalen Carter into Philly with open arms and hope beat reporters do the same.The Philadelphia Eagles were not happy with one reporter's line of questioning about ninth overall pick Jalen Carter after the draft and firmly stood by their rookie.Former Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter saw his draft stock fall slightly due to his misdemeanor charges of reckless driving in connection with a fatal crash last January.

Hiccup or home run? Lions trying their best to swallow the Jahmyr Gibbs pick

Did the Lions reach too high for running back Jahmyr Gibbs on Day 1 of the draft?The whole world seems to think so.The talk of this year's draft is twofold: one, the Philadelphia Eagles should not be allowed to make deals ever again.They are just too good at it.And two, the Detroit Lions may be biting their tongue after taking running back Jahmyr Gibbs with the 12th overall pick.

NFL rumors: DeAndre Hopkins draft weekend fate revealed

Will Cardinals' DeAndre Hopkins get moved by the end of draft weekend?The team's general manager Monti Ossenfort provides some answers.The tallest dominoes of this NFL offseason have cascaded in a line leading up to the highly anticipated draft: Aaron Rodgers got his trade, Lamar Jackson got his bag, and the looming question of what the Panthers will do with the first pick has finally been answered.

Bills trade up to No. 25, take Dalton Kincaid - ProFootballTalk

The Bills traded up to the No. 25 spot in the first round on Thursday night and they used their newly acquired pick to select Utah tight end Dalton Kincaid.Kincaid is the first tight end to be picked in this year's draft.He caught 70 passes for 890 yards and eight touchdowns in his final college season and his addition gives Bills quarterback Josh Allen another weapon to use as they try for another AFC East title.

Darius Slay, Eagles fire back at reporter for Jalen Carter question

The Eagles have already welcomed top draft pick Jalen Carter into Philly with open arms and hope beat reporters do the same.The Philadelphia Eagles were not happy with one reporter's line of questioning about ninth overall pick Jalen Carter after the draft and firmly stood by their rookie.Former Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter saw his draft stock fall slightly due to his misdemeanor charges of reckless driving in connection with a fatal crash last January.

Hiccup or home run? Lions trying their best to swallow the Jahmyr Gibbs pick

Did the Lions reach too high for running back Jahmyr Gibbs on Day 1 of the draft?The whole world seems to think so.The talk of this year's draft is twofold: one, the Philadelphia Eagles should not be allowed to make deals ever again.They are just too good at it.And two, the Detroit Lions may be biting their tongue after taking running back Jahmyr Gibbs with the 12th overall pick.

NFL rumors: DeAndre Hopkins draft weekend fate revealed

Will Cardinals' DeAndre Hopkins get moved by the end of draft weekend?The team's general manager Monti Ossenfort provides some answers.The tallest dominoes of this NFL offseason have cascaded in a line leading up to the highly anticipated draft: Aaron Rodgers got his trade, Lamar Jackson got his bag, and the looming question of what the Panthers will do with the first pick has finally been answered.

Bills trade up to No. 25, take Dalton Kincaid - ProFootballTalk

The Bills traded up to the No. 25 spot in the first round on Thursday night and they used their newly acquired pick to select Utah tight end Dalton Kincaid.Kincaid is the first tight end to be picked in this year's draft.He caught 70 passes for 890 yards and eight touchdowns in his final college season and his addition gives Bills quarterback Josh Allen another weapon to use as they try for another AFC East title.
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Best of Who's Left: 2023 Draft Day 2

I'm still processing Washington's Day 1 pick of cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, but it's not too early to take a look at who is likely to be left on the board for Washington's next pick, at No. 47 tonight, midway through the second round.With 15 selections before Washington, I'm going to cluster the highest rated 25 (or so) players remaining on the board by position areas.

Best of Who's Left: 2023 Draft Day 2

I'm still processing Washington's Day 1 pick of cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, but it's not too early to take a look at who is likely to be left on the board for Washington's next pick, at #47 tonight, midway through the second round.With 15 selections before Washington, I'm going to cluster the highest rated 25 (or so) players remaining on the board by position areas.

Deonte Banks NFL Draft 2023: Scouting Report for New York Giants' CB

HEIGHT: 6'0"
WEIGHT: 197
HAND: 9 ⅜"
ARM: 31 ⅜"
WINGSPAN: TBD
40-YARD DASH: 4.35
3-CONE: N/A
SHUTTLE: N/A
VERTICAL: 42"
BROAD: 11'4"
POSITIVES - Has the speed to run and match receivers downfield.Has loose hips and very good body control to sink his hips to get in and out of breaks.

Giants trade up to No. 24, select Deonte Banks - ProFootballTalk

The Giants have moved up one selection with the Jaguars, going from No. 25 to No. 24 overall in the first round.With that 24th pick, New York selected Maryland cornerback Deonte Banks.Banks was a four-year starter at Maryland, ultimately appearing in 30 games with 21 official starts.In 2022, he recorded 38 total tackles with nine passes defensed and an interception.

Eagles trade into No. 9 overall, select Jalen Carter - ProFootballTalk

The Bears have once again moved down in this year's draft.Philadelphia moved up one selection to No. 9 overall and selected Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter.Carter was thought of as perhaps the best overall player in the 2023 draft class.But off-the-field concerns likely led to him falling down to the ninth pick.
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