Matt Miller is a hack, but Miami's Day 3 was truly strange.
Matt Miller new rankings…not good for us.
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Who gives a toss what this nobody says? I know we drafted well. I don't need some jackhole's validation.So he ranked his top value picks, we had by far the lowest in the AFC East, the other teams had 3 picks in his top 50 our first wasn’t till 59….if he turns out to be right then the gap is widening even further between us and Bills and we may end up 3rd or 4th in the division, the Jets are awful but they had a great draft and overhauled the FO. Pats also looking up after that draft and coach hire, plus Maye looks like a stud. Out of our 2 one is a backup QB so not a lot of on field value. Let’s hope Grant and Savaiinaea carry the class.
59. Quinn Ewers, QB, Miami Dolphins (Pick 7-231)
My final overall ranking: No. 80
I graded Ewers as a "developmental starter," and he landed with a team where he can evolve into that (while also having potential opportunities, given Tua Tagovailoa's injury history). The fact that he was still available in Round 7 is shocking, but teams are hesitant to draft backup QBs in the middle rounds in this era of team-
81. Jordan Phillips, DT, Miami Dolphins (Pick 5-143)
My final overall ranking: No. 120
Miami has needed a 3-technique since Christian Wilkins left in free agency last offseason. Phillips has the first-step quickness to slide into that role and flourish.
19. Armand Membou, OT, New York Jets (Pick 1-7)
My final overall ranking: No. 10
The Jets drafted an offensive tackle in the first round for the second year in a row and got an ascending player with elite physical tools. Membou is a force in the run game with the agility to recover well as a pass blocker. His best football is ahead of him, and the Jets now have two exciting young tackles in Membou and Olu Fashanu.
16. Mason Taylor, TE, New York Jets(Pick 2-42)
My final overall ranking: No. 34
If you want to unlock quarterback Justin Fields' potential, getting him a tight end who can be a safety valve is a great way to do it. Taylor is a safe pick because of his natural receiving skills and ability as a route runner. He might be too lean to be an accomplished blocker right away, but Taylor is a high-effort player who could quickly become the Jets' No. 2 receiving option.
24. Azareye'h Thomas, CB, New York Jets (Pick 3-73)
My final overall ranking: No. 47
I once thought Thomas could be a first-rounder after a great Senior Bowl week, but poor testing at his pro day pushed his projection to Round 2. The Jets were able to get him a round later. Yes, Thomas' long speed isn't great, but his toughness and ability to win at the line of scrimmage make him a potential D.J. Reed replacement.
17. Will Campbell, OT, New England Patriots (Pick 1-4)
My final overall ranking: No. 12
Even though I had Campbell as my OT2 (behind Armond Membou), I like this pick because it represents the Patriots' commitment to protecting second-year quarterback Drake Maye. Campbell, 21, is set up to be Maye's longtime protector and fits the no-nonsense player archetype New England coach Mike Vrabel covets.
33. Jared Wilson, C, New England Patriots (Pick 3-95)
My final overall ranking: No. 75
Wilson was my top-rated center and will get an opportunity to learn behind Garrett Bradbury for a season. Wilson's agility shines in run-blocking situations, but he's developing his strength and anchor ability in pass protection. Identifying a future O-line starter 20 spots later than he was supposed to come off the board is a win for the Patriots and quarterback Drake Maye.
46. TreVeyon Henderson, RB, New England Patriots (Pick 2-38)
My final overall ranking: No. 39
Henderson will see the field early on third downs as both the best receiving back in the class and the best pass protector. Along with making an impact in the passing game, Henderson will have a major role in the Patriots' outside run game.
62. Kyle Williams, WR, New England Patriots (Pick 3-69)
My final overall ranking: No. 89
Williams stole the show at the Senior Bowl with his quick feet and ability to win in one-on-one situations. The Patriots did well in drafting linemen to protect Drake Maye, but this pick was also important in giving Maye a young receiving threat with deep speed and special route running.
69. Craig Woodson, S, New England Patriots (Pick 4-106)
My final overall ranking: No. 136
Sometimes the fit between a player and a coach is perfect. That's the case with this pick, with the uber-aggressive Mike Vrabel selecting arguably the hardest hitter in the draft early in Round 4
82. Bradyn Swinson, Edge, New England Patriots (Pick 5-146)
My final overall ranking: No. 102
Swinson was one of my favorite Day 3 value picks. He's also a prototypical Mike Vrabel selection with his versatility and toughness setting the edge as a 3-4 linebacker or 4-3 defensive end.
22. Landon Jackson, Edge, Buffalo Bills (Pick 3-72)
My final overall ranking: No. 48
Jackson is one of this draft's best value picks, a high-upside edge rusher who joins a Buffalo defense lacking impact players. He's similar to Bills edge rusher AJ Epenesa, as Jackson is a solid three-down performer. He doesn't have the sudden moves to get double-digit sacks, but Jackson is a future starter and emblematic of the "meat and potatoes" nature of this defense
52. Maxwell Hairston, CB, Buffalo Bills (Pick 1-30)
My final overall ranking: No. 43
The Bills wanted to find impact defensive players who could hold up against AFC rivals like the Chiefs and Ravens. Hairston is a fast (4.28-second 40), feisty corner whose footwork was among the best in the draft. He was widely projected to be picked in the 20s, so getting him at No. 30 was actually solid value.
He also wrote this about the Bill draft in another article:
Which team checked off the most needs?
Buffalo Bills. Defensive line and cornerback were the team's two biggest needs, and it aggressively addressed both. First-rounder Maxwell Hairston and Day 3 picks Jordan Han**** and Dorian Strong are versatile defensive backs, while three of Buffalo's first four picks -- T.J. Sanders, Landon Jackson and Deone Walker -- are defensive linemen.
Ranking the best 100 picks of the NFL draft: We stacked the top selections over seven rounds
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades. Which pick is No. 1? Which teams dominated the list?www.espn.com
MrChadRico
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Hey don't talk smack on TD, where do you think he gets half of his hot takesLet that sink in…… this guy worked for a platform that features all of TDPhin’s content
You can find better opinions on Reddit FFS.
That tells you all you need right there. Those hand wringing pre-whiners. They should just announce they are Jets fans and be done with the subterfuge.Let that sink in…… this guy worked for a platform that features all of TDPhin’s content
You can find better opinions on Reddit FFS.
Michael Scott
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Hey don't talk smack on TD, where do you think he gets half of his hot takes
Haha, he literally gets all the ideas for his content from FH threads.
MrChadRico
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Golphindolphin
town drunk
"This list isn't based purely on talent -- that's why we had predraft prospect rankings. Here, we factored in value (where a player was drafted vs. where he was ranked predraft), scheme fit, how the selection addressed a need, what the prospect brings on the field and whether additional assets were gained or lost in draft-day trades to acquire him. Every round is represented, and there are even 38 picks from Day 3 among these 100 highlighted selections."
So he's telling us he's just caressing the stones of teams who agreed with HIS pre-draft rankings with this list. Sounds prestigious
https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2025/...ng-top-100-picks-best-steals-team-fits-trades
So he's telling us he's just caressing the stones of teams who agreed with HIS pre-draft rankings with this list. Sounds prestigious
https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2025/...ng-top-100-picks-best-steals-team-fits-trades
More often than not the feeling on Miami's draft from many people who cover the draft is "love the philosophy, but think they may have reached on players". Only players I think were "reaches" were Marshall or Trader and honestly I had no idea who they were. Watching some of the film I can see the idea. THere's no such thing as a reach in the 7th round.
I will again say waht I've said since the draft. If you do not like the players, that is fine. There is a discussion to have on players. My argument is always on the philosophy
I will again say waht I've said since the draft. If you do not like the players, that is fine. There is a discussion to have on players. My argument is always on the philosophy
Dynastybuilder
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He's the guy that had Shedeur Sanders as his 25th ranked prospect.
Same exact feeling on Miami's draft. Round 5 with the two DB's took the wind right right outta me. I was like, "Who". But understood why they would be of interest to Miami.
Michael Scott
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Same. I was only aware of Marshall because of what he did locally in high school at Miami Palmetto. I truly had no idea who Trader was, but like what I’ve seen. May have the floor of a solid special teams contributor which is okay in round 5. Similar with Biggers, though I knew him due to his 3 blocked kicks which I heard about in a podcast.
Mr Ross is a jets fan!
This
Plus his rankings make no sense. He has Will Campbell up there taken at 4 but 12th rated prospect. Throw in that he’s projected to be better inside than out if anything that’s more of a reach than a steal. Don’t get me wrong I loved Will Campbell but still think he’s rich for 4 especially when it meant giving up taking one of few elite players in this draft.
