As the 2021 NFL draft draws near, we don't know what to believe from reports swirling around the rumor mill. Good luck filtering through smokescreens for clues that uncover a team's plan. Thankfully, you can still rely on common sense.
Regardless of what a general manager or coach says about a prospect, most teams will address roster holes early in the draft. If a club has a glaring hole at a premium position, expect the front office to prioritize that need. In some cases, though, an available blue-chip talent can steer front offices toward the best-player-available strategy.