Bleacher Report NFL · Apr 25, 2019
5 NFL Draft Picks Who Would Be Huge Round 1 Mistakes
Before you lock a prospect projection into the first round of the 2019 NFL draft, let's consider what makes players surefire top-32 picks.
Typically, front-office executives want to see immediate production from their Day 1 acquisitions, especially clubs with a selection in the top half of the opening round. There are exceptions for quarterbacks, who may sit a year behind an established veteran, but they're expected to become the leader in the huddle at some point.
In a long-term view, first-rounders should translate to starters with All-Pro or Pro Bowl potential.