Like men, football seasons are mortal: they’re here and gone again in the blink of an eye.
But that’s part of what makes sports great. No team (and no season) is the same as the one before; each iteration is entirely new as teams plan (and rebuild) for the following year.
The NFL Draft may be the most important tool a general manager can use to change the fate of his team. Acquiring a good draft class can make the difference between finishing last in your division and making the playoffs.