Taking BPA Literally - Mock Draft Style

[RocCityRoller]

I thought it would be fun to do some mock drafts where the actual BPA on the board was picked for all rounds. At worst it's silly fun to pass quarantine. At best we see what positions have deep depth and can get some new names to look up for draft picks.

 

Fanspeak, most recent (3/17) needs, draftek board, difficult setting

 

It seems there is late depth at C and LB?

 

54: R2P22

C LLOYD CUSHENBERRY - LSU

Overview

Starting-caliber center with big hands, long arms and good core strength to match power on power when needed. Cushenberry isn't rigid or stiff, but he does have some limitations with lateral quickness, which show up against athletic edge rushers and with potential run game limitations in space. He's extremely difficult to bull-rush and is rarely beaten to the punch in his pass sets. LSU was frequently tasked with five-man protections in its passing scheme, which put Cushenberry on more of an island than he will see as a pro, so scouts should account for that. He's a do-your-job prospect with the strength to handle an odd-front nose and could be a long-time starter.

 

Back up to Morse (concussions)/ groom a Center for the future

86: R3P22

LB MALIK HARRISON - OHIO STATE

Overview

Long-legged, loose-hipped linebacker with desired combination of size, physicality and range to help ruin the running game for teams needing linebacker help. His constant downhill mode disrupts blocking schemes and brings impact tackles, but it can be used against him with play-action and misdirection. The instincts are just average but his physical traits even it out on most snaps. He has some coverage limitations but can pressure the pocket as a blitzer and has the athleticism to spy mobile quarterbacks. He's big and tough with the potential to become a good starter inside or as a 4-3 strong-side linebacker.

 

LORAX Replacement?

128: R4P22

C JAKE HANSON - OREGON

Overview

Four-year starter who has the ability to assimilate into a variety of schemes but is unlikely to stand out in any particular one. His strong, accurate hands and determined effort are his calling cards and he's been able to hang in against a series of big, talented interior linemen over the years. He lacks power and mass, which could hurt his chances with teams who play against odd-front defenses, but he's a steady performer who could offer late-round value as a backup.

 

well I didn't cheat

155: R5P9

RB JOSHUA KELLEY - UCLA

Overview

Physical, downhill runner best-suited for gap-scheme rushing attack. On most carries, it feels like Kelley is playing a game of chicken against defenders when he ducks his head and hits the accelerator into contact. He's going to create some yardage after contact and break tackles here and there, but he tends to become a tackle magnet who is not able to make tacklers miss. He's a tough runner with short-yardage ability and maybe even third-down value. He could be a Day 3 pick with RB3 potential, but he might always be fighting for his job.

 

a Big Back - Rookie Jordan Howard type

188: R6P9

LB SHAQUILLE QUARTERMAN - MIAMI

Overview

Four-year starter and team leader with a physical demeanor and impressive level of production. Quarterman is durable and dependable in the middle of the defense, but he lacks NFL range and has below-average short-area agility and quickness as open-field tackler. He's a linear, downhill thumper, but struggles to stay ahead of climbing blocks when runs flow wide. His size and toughness give him a shot as a backup inside linebacker.

 

LB Depth/ ST/ PS?

207: R6P28

OT YASIR DURANT - MISSOURI

Overview

Big, long three-year starter who will likely be evaluated as a right tackle but could offer swing tackle or guard value on the next level. Durant is somewhat limited as a mover and isn't going to excite many teams as a run blocker, but his length and anchor strength in pass protection is what will be most appealing. He can handle garden variety pass rushers but might need a quarterback who gets it out on time due to issues against edge speed. Durant has good backup to slightly below average starter potential.

 

We love Below Avg RT starters!

239: R7P25

EDGE BRYCE STERK - MONTANA STATE

 

Sterk (6'5/250) was originally at Washington, but when former Huskies defensive line coach Jeff Choate became the head coach at Montana State, the three-star recruit followed him to the Bobcats. He was one of the best defensive linemen in the Big Sky last year, registering 8.5 sacks and 17 tackles for loss. Haley notes that he has good size and speed, and that he also plays with a high motor. Pretty good combination, if you ask us.

 

No nfl.com profile... wanted to find something about Rd 7 guys

[njbuff]

The Bills have Morse, Feliciano, Long and Bates who all can play C, but two of their first three picks are going to be C's in your mock?

 

And three OL and two LB's taken with five of their seven picks?

 

In the infamous words of SCSA........................ What?

[BillsFan17]

I understand the logic of BPA, however, would need to really see who else is on the board, because this would be pretty awful of a draft.

[Florida Bills Fanatic]

Good thread. BPA is in the eye of the beholder.  Actual team scouting evaluations are never seen by fans or others outside of a team's organization.  The point of this thread is well taken.  When most teams say best player available they probably mean BPA in a general area of need.  The worse a team's roster where they have pressing needs in many areas, the closer the team is to actually selecting BPA.  In addition, teams with very good rosters can afford to be flexible and pick the BPA because they don't have pressing critical needs. Given the current state of the Bills roster, there are really no desperate needs in the roster.  They can afford to make selections closer to a pure BPA approach.  We may all be surprised when Beane makes his selections.  I can hardly wait to read all the posts from people who are apoplectic because he passed on a particular player or position group.  No one can really say that Beane doesn't make the off season interesting and no one should be saying that he isn't effective in the off season either.

[Bleeding Bills Blue]

Its tough because NFL draft guys rank players 1-100.  That isn't really how you put a draft board together.  You have players graded by round, position, etc.  If you're going BPA you might have similar grades on 9-10 players at that spot.  BPA there can be looked at like - Highest ceiling, Highest floor, Athletic freak who needs development, Ready to start immediately... etc.  

[Dr. Who]

6 hours ago, njbuff said:

The Bills have Morse, Feliciano, Long and Bates who all can play C, but two of their first three picks are going to be C's in your mock?

 

And three OL and two LB's taken with five of their seven picks?

 

In the infamous words of SCSA........................ What?

OP set up a criteria of choosing the putative BPA at the pick regardless of need. Results in a ridiculous draft, but the premise was not built on plausibility.

 

 

Edited March 19, 2020 by Dr. Who

[Don Otreply]

Strictly choosing BPA is largely a myth, it is BPA at areas of need the vast majority of the time.  Need always comes into play.  An example; the Bills have Morse, JF, long, and Bates who can all play center, so no matter how good a draft option is at center, it is unlikely the Bills or any other team in a similar position would take said player.
   Although it is fun to speculate on BPA, it is generally not the rule. 
 

Go Bills!!!