By Adeniyi Precious 
With the NFL Draft fast approaching, everyone’s focused on the big names, the top prospects, and, of course, the quarterbacks. But what about the storylines flying under the radar? Let’s break down a few key things people aren’t discussing enough.
Draft Grades vs. Draft Picks—It’s Not That Simple
John Schmeelk wants to set the record straight: just because a player gets picked early doesn’t mean they were graded that highly by most teams. Every year, the top 10 picks are filled, but that doesn’t mean every draft class is equally strong.
For example, Schmeelk had 10 legit “top 10” players in last year’s draft. This year? Less than five. By the time teams hit the 20s, many players being drafted actually have second-round grades. It’s all about how teams value players differently, and that’s what leads to so many trades. A player one team sees as a late first-rounder might be a second-rounder to another.
Instead of focusing on what round a player “should” go in, the real question should be: how good will they actually be? Pro Bowler? Starter? Backup? If fans thought this way, the draft board would look a whole lot different.
Are the Giants Sticking With Pick No. 3?
Dan Salomone takes us into The Draft Zone—where every mock draft changes daily, and nobody knows what’s real.
With the Giants sitting at No. 3, they could do something unexpected. While the top of the draft is usually all about quarterbacks, some experts think the best players available might actually be at other positions.
Names like Travis Hunter (CB/WR), Abdul Carter (Edge), Mason Graham (DT), and Ashton Jeanty (RB) are being rated higher than some QBs. And with four picks in the top 105, the Giants have a lot of ways they could go. Will they shock everyone on April 24?
Don’t Sleep on This Year’s Running Backs
Matt Citak points out something surprising: everyone’s talking about edge rushers and defensive tackles, but running backs are quietly stacked this year.
Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty is getting top-10 buzz, but there’s a deep group behind him:
Omarion Hampton (UNC) – Over 3,100 yards and 30 TDs in two seasons
TreVeyon Henderson (Ohio State) & Quinshon Judkins (Ole Miss) – Expected early Day 2 picks
Kaleb Johnson (Iowa), Dylan Sampson (Tennessee), Cam Skattebo (Arizona State) – More underrated talent
The last time 30 RBs were drafted in a single year was 2017. Could this year match that? Maybe not, but with this level of talent, expect some big surprises on draft day.
Final Thoughts
The NFL Draft isn’t just about the top QBs or the biggest names—it’s about how teams strategize, find value, and sometimes take chances. The Giants have options, the RB class is loaded, and draft grades aren’t as simple as they seem.
April 24 is coming fast. Buckle up.