On the first night of the 2021 NFL Draft, Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman scoffed at his 14th overall pick, trading the selection to the New York Jets (along with the 143rd overall pick) in exchange for the 23rd pick of the draft and two more 3rd-Rounders.
Spielman was long predicted to do just this — trade back in the draft to stockpile capital — so the move was not stunning to most. When announced, the haul irked some as many folks surmised that Spielman would splash into the 2nd Round — a place that has been kind to Spielman.