Quarterback - (0/10)  

Josh Allen is a franchise QB. The team also seems happy with Mitchell Trubsiky, who will be under contract next year as the team’s backup.  

Running Back - (1/10)  

James Cook’s usage has been expanded this season, and he’s looked great in that role, including increased efficiency in the red zone. Last year’s 4th round pick, Ray Davis, looks outstanding in his first season in the NFL. Davis is a well above-average backup based on his performance so far and on a rookie deal.  

Cook’s is under contract for one more season after this year. If the team doesn’t intend to re-sign Cook and instead benefit from cheap rookie contracts at the position, they could look to draft some depth in the later rounds. With Davis’ success early in the season, though, it’s unlikely they will spend any more capital at a position of strength.  

Wide Receiver - (7/10)  

Receiver is where we could see a big swing by the Bills in the draft. Rookie Keon Coleman has shown some great flashes of yards after catch ability this season, making defenders miss with his strength. Whether he projects to be a top wide receiver in this league is to be seen, but I don’t think the Bills have time to wait and find out, as they are squarely in their contention window.  

Amari Cooper was brought in, showing a lack of trust in their depth around Coleman. Khalil Shakir has been a good option out of the slot, but obviously, the front office felt that he and Coleman did not provide enough firepower for Josh Allen in the passing game. With Cooper’s contract up at the end of the season, it’s likely the Bills will again be in the market for depth at the position.  

Tight End - (0/10)  

Dalton Kincaid and Dawson Knox are one of the more talented tight-end duos in the league. I don’t expect the Bills to be interested in any tight end that would be fantasy-relevant in this draft.  

Best Fit

Emeka Egbuka (WR - Round 1)  

It’s certainly possible that the Bills feel comfortable waiting for a day 2 wide receiver to complement their receivers already in the room, especially given their heavy focus on the run. If Egbuka is still available at the Bills’ pick, though, or only requires trading up a couple of spots, it is a slam-dunk fit. Coleman is limited in his ability to separate on the outside, and Shakir is almost exclusively a slot receiver. Egbuka would bring a level of speed and separation ability on the outside that the Bills simply don’t have right now.   

Quarterback - (5/10)  

Aaron Rodgers is clearly past his prime. That’s not to say he can’t still perform at a high level as an NFL quarterback; he’s certainly shown flashes of brilliance, but as he approaches 41 years old, it’s clear there’s not a lot of time left in his career.  

Teams have faced backlash recently for their decisions to draft a quarterback early in the draft to replace an incumbent veteran nearing the end of their career. Rodgers has already been the veteran in that situation when the Packers took Jordan Love in the 1st round. The Falcons followed that blueprint this season with the selection of Michael Penix Jr. and the perception on that decision seems to be improving with time.  

The Jets did select Jordan Travis in the 5th round a year ago, but it’s unlikely that a 5th round pick earns a starting job. The Jets aren’t forced to take a quarterback in this upcoming draft, but if Travis doesn’t look like he’ll develop into the team’s next starter, taking a shot in this draft could help bring continuity to a franchise that hasn’t been described with the word continuity in a long time.  

Running Back - (0/10)  

Breece Hall is one of the best young rushers in the game, so selecting Braelon Allen in the 2024 Draft seemed like an unnecessary selection. Allen has shown his worth so far, though, acting as a great complement to Hall. With both still on rookie contracts, there’s no reason for the team to take another back, especially not one that would be fantasy-relevant.  

Wide Receiver - (3/10)  

Garrett Wilson is beginning to perform up to his potential in his third NFL season. The Jets still went and added Davante Adams to reunite Rodgers with his old teammate. Adams’ future in New York isn’t guaranteed, but it seems unlikely the team would let Adams walk while Rodgers is still the team’s quarterback.  

Rookie Malachi Corley has barely seen the field early in his NFL career. Its possible the team has just chosen to take his development slow and still has big plans for him in the future, receivers that aren’t active often in their first NFL season rarely turn it around.  

The Jets aren’t in urgent need of a top receiver, but adding depth at the position, particularly in the later rounds, would be a prudent move for the future. Although Jets fans are well aware that prudent moves for the future aren’t exactly the Jets’ forte.  

Tight End - (3/10)  

Tyler Conklin is still a reliable tight end in the NFL. At 29 years old, he has yet to see any real decline in his ability but could be nearing that stage of his career. Finding his eventual replacement through the draft is an option but likely not a priority this season.  

Best Fit

Drew Allar (QB – Round 2)  

Allar is the perfect development prospect for the Jets. A round 1 selection at quarterback is likely off the table for the Jets given how the Packers’ situation soured after they draft his replacement in the 1st round. A 2nd round selection would allow the Jets to continue to build a contending roster for Rodgers with their 1st round pick.  

Allar has a cannon for an arm and despite lacking great speed, is mobile enough to maneuver outside of the pocket. He’s only in his 2nd season starting in college but has shown some of the raw talent needed to be a top NFL quarterback. The issue is that he hasn’t been a part of an offence with a heavy passing attack. He’s still fairly inexperienced and will need time to develop before being ready to take over as a starting NFL signal caller. Rodgers seemed to work wonders in Jordan Love’s development. The Jets should take a shot at that themselves with Allar.  

Quarterback - (2/10)  

The Dolphins are absolutely in need of a quarterback, but not as a starter. In Tua Tagovailoa’s absence this year, the offense absolutely cratered. That shouldn’t happen with the high-level skill position players that the Dolphins have. That being said, the Draft is likely not the place to find that player. The Dolphins need to add a quality veteran backup who can manage the offense if needed, especially given Tagovailoa’s injury history. High-level backups like Jacoby Brissett and Marcus Mariota would be a much better choice than an unproven rookie.  

Running Back - (1/10)  

The Dolphins may have the deepest running back room in the league. Raheem Mostert is approaching the end of his career but has still shown some upside as a goalline back. Even if Mostert is let go, the Dolphins seemingly drafted his replacement in the 2024 Draft with the selection of Jaylen Wright. Along with star rusher De’Von Achane, this running back room is well-stocked.  

Wide Receiver - (4/10)  

The Dolphins have two very talented receivers, Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. Hill is under contract for at least one more year after this season, and after that, questions about his future will become much louder. There isn’t a huge short-term need at the position, but with Tyreek turning 31 before the start of next season, this draft could be the place to begin thinking about his replacement.  

The Dolphins also have been unable to find a reliable third receiver. Odell Beckham is well past his prime, and 2024 6th-round selection Malik Washington has yet to make an impact. The Dolphins could seek someone to fill that WR3 role in their offense and then take over behind Waddle should Hill be on his way out in 2026.  

Tight End - (2/10)  

Mike McDaniels’ offense hasn’t usually featured a tight end prominently, but Jonnu Smith has found his groove in Miami. It’s unlikely the team is looking to add any fantasy-relevant tight ends through the draft this year, with Smith filling the role.  

Best Fit

Elic Ayomanor (WR – Round 2)  

McDaniels has a type in his offensive skill players – speed. Ayomanor was a high school track star, setting league records in the 100- and 200-meter races. He’s not exactly the prototypical Dolphins skill position player though. He has the size that the other Dolphins receivers don’t have at 6’2 210lbs.  

Ayomanor has been a dominant number 1 receiver for Stanford. His production profile has been limited by an abysmal passing offense which leave Ayomanor’s stats somewhat inconsistent. He’s also only in his 2nd college season after missing his freshman year due to injury.  

Ayomanor may need some time to develop, but with Hill and Waddle in Miami, he’ll be afforded that time. Ayomanor could bring the size-speed combo that could help further unlock their offense while also preparing them for a post-Hill future.  

Quarterback - (0/10)  

Drake Maye is solidified as the future of the quarterback position for the Patriots. With Joe Milton on the roster there is already a cheap backup option. The Patriots have no need to address the quarterback through the draft.   

Running Back - (3/10)  

Rhamondre Stevenson signed a multi-year extension this offseason to stay with the Patriots. He’s had a difficult season, but that’s likely more of a reflection on the lack of talent around him than his own ability. The Patriots could use more talent in the backfield alongside Stevenson, but that could be said about pretty much every positional group for this team. Running back is currently far down the list of needs.  

Wide Receiver - (10/10)  

There may not be a team in the NFL that is more in need of help at the receiver position than the Patriots. Hunter Henry is the leading receiver for the Patriots this season. The leading wide receiver is Demario Douglas, who is currently averaging only 34 yards per game. There isn’t a single receiver on the roster that has more than 1 receiving touchdown. Things are bad, very bad.  

Last year’s 2nd round selection, Ja’Lynn Polk, has been entirely ineffective despite no competition ahead of him on the depth chart. The Patriots need to add talent at receiver in this class desperately to ensure Drake Maye is able to progress in his development.  

Tight End - (4/10)  

Henry has been a bright spot for this team, but he is 30 years old and likely won’t be on this team when they work their way back to being a playoff contender. Like with running back, there are more pressing needs for the Patriots to address, but adding a tight end in this draft isn’t out of the question.  

Best Fit

Tetairoa McMillan (WR – Round 1)  

There will be calls, and rightfully so, for the Patriots to add a tackle with their early-round selection in the Draft. While I’m not arguing against the need for reinforcements on the offensive line, the need at receiver is just as dire.  

McMillan is the best receiver in this class. He offers a great mix of athleticism and size and wins consistently at the catch point. McMillan’s ability to make catches through contact and use his size to pick up yards would make him a valuable asset to the Patriots right away. McMillan has the strength to beat press coverage and win on quick routes, something the Patriots need with their offensive line issues. He’s also a great deep ball threat, and with Maye’s cannon of an arm, that could create some much-needed explosiveness for this offense.  

The offensive line issues aren’t a single positional problem. Adding a 1st round tackle could absolutely help, but reinforcements will be needed across the line. Using some of their league-leading cap space and a Day 2 pick on offensive linemen will allow for a much better result next season than if they rely mainly on rookies to protect their franchise passer.