The NFL Draft really is a sensational event.
Deep down, we know beyond the shadow of a doubt that plenty of players who get picked aren’t going to work out. It happens every year and yet we always come back for a fresh infusion of hope that only the opening round can bring.
And, of course, the immediate aftermath of the opening round is the time to overreact and make assessments we have no business making. We’ll only truly know whether picks were wise or unwise in several years, but that doesn’t mean we can’t proceed with our initial impressions.