Top-10 picks are extremely valuable in the NFL, but it’s the responsibility of the front office to select the right player.
Fans expect these picks to develop into franchise cornerstones, or at the very least, capable starters. But there’s been no shortage of whiffs in the first round. This year’s top 10 was one of the most talented groups we’ve seen in some time.
Now that the season is over, check out our final grades for each rookie selected in the top 10. And then hand out your own grades in our fan poll.
Pick 1: QB Trevor Lawrence – Jaguars
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Stats: 3,631 pass yards, 12 TD, 17 INT, 71.9 passer rating; 334 rush yards, 2 rush TD
Analysis: Initially, the Jacksonville situation looked promising for Lawrence as he was set to work with an offensive guru capable of developing him into an elite quarterback. Unfortunately, that guru turned out to be Urban Meyer, who flamed out in spectacular fashion. Lawrence was underwhelming as a rookie and inconsistent…
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