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2021 NFL Draft – Fantasy News, Team Needs, Mock Drafts

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After the Super Bowl, the most popular event of the NFL offseason is the NFL Draft. With the draft having such an effect on NFL team building, fantasy football, sports betting and more, it is one of the most important parts of the NFL season. Here is a look at our NFL Draft hub, where we have the 2021 draft order, team needs, mock drafts, news, scouting reports and more for your NFL draft needs. 

You will find links to articles, videos, and podcasts that break down players, interview NFL beat writers, mock drafts, and more.

In addition, you can check out NFL Draft prop bets and odds, here.

NFL Draft Night Coverage

Here is all of our live NFL Draft coverage, all in one place.

2021 NFL Draft Order

Here's an updated look at the 2021 NFL Draft Order.

Pick Franchise 2020 Record
1 Jacksonville Jaguars 1-15
2 New York Jets 2-14
3 San Francisco 49ers (via MIA via HOU) 4-12
4 Atlanta Falcons 4-12
5 Cincinnati Bengals 4-11-1
6 Miami Dolphins (via PHI) 4-11-1
7 Detroit Lions 5-11
8 Carolina Panthers 5-11
9 Denver Broncos 5-11
10 Dallas Cowboys 6-10
11 New York Giants 6-10
12 Philadelphia Eagles (via MIA) 6-10
13 Los Angeles Chargers 7-9
14 Minnesota Vikings 7-9
15 New England Patriots 7-9
16 Arizona Cardinals 8-8
17 Las Vegas Raiders 8-8
18 Miami Dolphins 10-6
19 Washington Football Team 7-9
20 Chicago Bears 8-8
21 Indianapolis Colts 11-5
22 Tennessee Titans 11-5
23 New York Jets (via SEA) 12-4
24 Pittsburgh Steelers 12-4
25 Jacksonville Jaguars (via LAR) 10-6
26 Cleveland Browns 11-5
27 Baltimore Ravens 11-5
28 New Orleans Saints 12-4
29 Green Bay Packers 13-3
30 Buffalo Bills 13-3
31 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 11-5
32 Baltimore Ravens (via KC) 14-2

 

Team Needs – NFL Draft

For a full look at team needs for each NFL team, take a look below.

Team Needs
Arizona CB, RB, EDGE, TE, IDL, WR
Atlanta QB, RB, S, EDGE, LB
Baltimore WR, OL, S, EDGE
Buffalo CB, OT, EDGE, IDL
Carolina QB, LB, TE, CB, OL
Chicago QB, OL, WR
Cincinnati OL, WR, CB, EDGE
Cleveland EDGE, IDL, LB, S
Dallas OL, CB, IDL, S
Denver QB, CB, LB, IDL, OL
Detroit QB, WR, CB, LB, EDGE
Green Bay WR, CB, LB, IDL
Houston CB, WR, EDGE, OL, TE, RB
Indianapolis QB, CB, WR, EDGE
Jacksonville QB, CB, EDGE, S, WR, TE
Kansas City OL, LB, EDGE, WR
LA Chargers OL, CB, LB
LA Rams EDGE, LB, OL, WR, QB
Las Vegas EDGE, LB, S, IDL, OL
Miami WR, LB, OL, EDGE
Minnesota OL, IDL, EDGE, CB
New England QB, TE, WR, IDL, LB
New Orleans QB, CB, WR, LB
NY Giants EDGE, WR, OL, LB, CB
NY Jets QB, CB, WR, EDGE, RB
Philadelphia CB, WR, LB
Pittsburgh RB, QB, OL, LB
San Francisco CB, QB, OL, S
Seattle EDGE, IDL, CB, OL, RB
Tampa Bay IDL, RB, LB, EDGE
Tennesee EDGE, IDL, CB, OL, LB
Washington QB, OL, WR, CB, S

 

Latest 2021 NFL Mock Draft – Who goes after Lawrence?

Assuming Trevor Lawrence goes first overall to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the real draft starts at number two overall. Will the New York Jets take a quarterback? Will they take prized offensive lineman Penei Sewell? Time will tell. 

Check out our latest NFL Mock Draft, here.

Trevor Lawrence NFL Scouting Report

Is Trevor Lawrence the best quarterback prospect of all time? Some say yes, some disagree. One thing is for certain — he is truly one of the most polarizing QB prospects in quite some time, and is all but set to be drafted first overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Here is a brief scouting report, from some of the more trusted names in college football scouting.

 

Trevor Lawrence Size

Height: 6'6″
Weight: 220 lbs

Trevor Lawrence College Stats

Year Games Played Passing Yards Passing TD Interceptions Passer Rating Rushing Yards Rushing TD
2018 15 3280 30 4 157.6 177 1
2019 15 3665 36 8 166.7 563 9
2020 10 3153 24 5 169.2 203 8
Total 40 10098 90 17 164.3 943 18

Strengths:

  • Accurate
  • Strong Arm
  • National Champion
  • Dual-threat
  • Ability to play in any system

Weaknesses:

  • Reckless at times

For a deeper look at Trevor Lawrence, check out our full scouting report here.

2021 NFL Scouting Combine Results

With the 2021 NFL Combine being “cancelled” due to coronavirus concerns, all NFL Draft workouts will be held at pro days in 2021. With that in mind, here is a look at the pro day schedules for each program, along with some key results on top NFL prospects.

In addition, we track every player's pro day results, here.

Pro Day Schedule

  • Arkansas (March 10)
  • Nevada (March 11)
  • Oklahoma (March 12)
  • Georgia Tech (March 16)
  • Pittsburgh (March 17)
  • Auburn (March 18)
  • Buffalo (March 18)
  • Louisiana Tech (March 18)
  • Memphis (March 19)
  • TCU (March 19)
  • Florida State (March 22)
  • CMU (March 23)
  • Nebraska (March 23)
  • Michigan State (March 24)
  • South Carolina (March 24)
  • North Texas (March 25)
  • Mississippi (March 25)
  • Western Michigan (March 25)
  • SMU (March 25)
  • Michigan (March 26)
  • BYU (March 26)
  • Boston College (March 26)
  • VT (March 26)
  • Miami (March 29)
  • Louisiana Lafayette (March 29)
  • UNC (March 29)
  • Miami (March 29)
  • Louisville (March 30)
  • Washington (March 30)
  • Florida (March 31)
  • Notre Dame (March 31)
  • Boise State (March 31)
  • UNC-Charlotte (April 1)
  • Houston (April 9)

NFL Draft Rankings

A look at player rankings by position for the upcoming NFL Draft.

Take a look at Jeff Ratcliffe's NFL Draft Big Board, for all players ranked from 1-250.

Scouting Reports and News for the 2021 NFL Draft

Here is a look at the latest NFL Draft news, scouting reports, mock drafts and more from FTNFantasy.

Ray Garvin's NFL Draft Prospect Videos

Fade The Chalk – NFL Draft Prospect Podcasts

Draft Prospect Scouting Reports

NFL Draft Props

NFL Draft prop betting content, from FTN.

NFL Draft Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2021 NFL Draft?

The 2021 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 29 through May 1, 2021.

Where is the 2021 NFL Draft?

The 2021 NFL Draft is set to take place in Cleveland, Ohio. It is set to take place near FirstEnergy Stadium and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Who picks first in the 2021 NFL Draft?

The Jacksonville Jaguars will pick first in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Who is the favorite to go first overall in the 2021 NFL Draft?

Trevor Lawrence, the QB from Clemson, is the current favorite to go first overall in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Who picks second in the 2021 NFL Draft?

The New York Jets currently hold the second pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Can I bet on the 2021 NFL Draft?

Yes. In states that permit legal sports betting, you can wager on the 2021 NFL Draft.

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