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Originally Posted by fuzzy
I wish we would acquire more mid round picks. We only have 6 picks next year. Might be 7 because we are projected to receive a 7th round comp pick for 2026 draft.
I prefer to trade down unless you are targeting QB, Tackle, EDGE or DT. Due to positional value, it does make sense to take a risk and trade away picks to acquire a starter at any of those positions.
But I have to say, in general I'm not a fan of trading up for a receiver, corner, Linebacker, Tight End, Interior OL, etc. (yes I realize it worked out with the McDuffie trade). There is simply too much value to be found in rounds 2 through 5 for non premium positions.
For some reason Veach hates trading down. There is a lot of value in a round 2 through 5 pick if you aren't taking a QB, Tackle or Pass Rusher.
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It can be nice if you are confident you can get contributing players anywhere in those rounds. But Veach is already among the best GMs in finding those mid-late round gems. Sure, it’s great to add one or two extra Jaylen Watsons or Mike Dannas, but if you’re already bringing in plenty of those guys, it’s way better to take a bigger shot on a player you’re more confident in becoming a stud.
Would you trade Jaylen Watson and Mike Danna for another Trent McDuffie? I sure as hell would.