Draft Thoughts

Haven't found anything of interest regarding the NFL Draft, especially since what the Sportsbooks offer has shrunk significantly in recent years. The following are some NFL Draft wagers that VSIN's Matt Youmans likes, as well as his complete Mock Draft:
Quarterbacks drafted in the first round: Over 1.5 (-215, -185 and -160)
My first of three bets on this prop was made at DraftKings more than a month ago, after ESPN reporter Adam Schefter said he was confident Simpson would be a first-round pick. The bet at -215 turned out to be at a bad number because the market price peaked at -270 before falling all the way to -130 about a week ago. There are reasonable doubts about how many teams are actually competing to pursue Simpson. The Browns, Jets and Steelers need a quarterback, but those teams seem highly unlikely to pick Simpson early. The Cardinals and Rams are the primary candidates in the Simpson chase, but each team would need to make a trade to make it happen. Respected draft analysts Todd McShay and Tony Pauline recently made strong comments in support of Simpson going in the first.
Ty Simpson drafted by the Cardinals (+130)
This bet was made a few weeks ago and it’s now a good number, considering DraftKings currently has Arizona priced at -200 to pick Simpson. The Cardinals have a weak QB depth chart topped by Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew, so they desperately need a franchise guy and new coach Mike LaFleur reportedly has an affinity for Simpson. Arizona is expected to be dealing and might move up from the second pick of the second round. Rams coach Sean McVay, in need of a backup to Matthew Stafford to groom as the future starter, also reportedly wants Simpson, but that’s probably not happening at No. 13.
Wide receivers drafted in the first round: Under 5.5 (+125)
At least four receivers will get called in the first round, with Ohio State’s Carnell Tate and Arizona State’s Jordyn Tyson being the first two. USC’s Makai Lemon and Texas A&M’s KC Concepcion are likely to follow. The other two who might go are Indiana’s Omar Cooper Jr. and Washington’s Denzel Boston, but I’m betting one of those players slips to the second round.
Steelers position of first drafted player: Offensive lineman (+160)
Aaron Rodgers’ future is up in the air again, and the hiring of coach Mike McCarthy was a dubious decision. If Rodgers doesn’t return, McCarthy should focus on developing second-year quarterback Will Howard. Either way, Pittsburgh’s priority is to build a better line.
Chargers position of first drafted player: Offensive lineman (+155)
Injuries to bookend tackles Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater caused the Chargers’ line to fall apart in front of quarterback Justin Herbert last season, and coach Jim Harbaugh’s focus should be to strengthen the interior both to improve the running attack and protect Herbert.
Bills position of first drafted player: Linebacker (+750)
Buffalo does not have many needs, but linebacker is one and there could be two good options late in the first round with Georgia’s CJ Allen and Texas Tech’s Jacob Rodriguez.
49ers position of first drafted player: Offensive lineman (+100)
This prop is priced at even money for good reason. In a draft full of strong offensive line prospects, San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan will be looking to start up front.
Seahawks position of first drafted player: Cornerback (+150)
The Super Bowl champs lost running back Kenneth Walker to Kansas City, but that void can be addressed later. The most pressing need is a corner.
Matt Youmans’ NFL Mock Draft
Raiders: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Jets: Arvell Reese, OLB, Ohio State
Cardinals: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Titans: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Giants: David Bailey, DE, Texas Tech
Browns: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Commanders: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Saints: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Chiefs: Rueben Bain, DE, Miami
Giants: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Dolphins: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Cowboys: Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
Rams: Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Ravens: Spencer Fano, OL, Utah
Buccaneers: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
Jets: KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
Lions: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
Vikings: Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo
Panthers: Keldric Faulk, DE, Auburn
Cowboys: Akheem Mesidor, DE, Miami
Steelers: Olaivavega Ioane, OG, Penn State
Chargers: Chase Bisontis, OG, Texas A&M
Eagles: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
Browns: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
Cardinals (trade with Bears): Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
Bills: CJ Allen, LB, Georgia
49ers: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
Texans: Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State
Chiefs: Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
Dolphins: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Patriots: Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech
Seahawks: Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
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