On this installment of ‘Mock Draft Monday’ airing on ESPN, Field Yates collaborates with Matt Harmon to explore the nuances of his most recent mock draft. Harmon prompts Yates to elaborate on his methodology for crafting mock drafts, providing insight into the factors that influence his choices when matching prospects with particular teams.
Yates doesn’t hold back as he unveils his dream landing spot for Marvin Harrison Jr., articulating why he envisions the talented wide receiver as potentially the most impactful rookie WR in fantasy football for quite some time.
The duo then delves into the possibilities for the Atlanta Falcons, now equipped with Kirk Cousins, debating whether they should bolster their offensive arsenal or opt for one of the premier defensive prospects in the draft.
Transitioning to Yates’ favorite mock selections for some of the top NFC contenders, they explore how the Eagles address their secondary concerns, the Lions finally acquire another EDGE rusher to complement Aidan Hutchinson, and the 49ers make a bold move to round out the first round.
Wrapping up the discussion, Harmon and Yates dissect his least favorite pick and contemplate the chances of prospects like Michael Penix and Bo Nix sneaking into the first round.
Here’s the breakdown:
3:30 – Field Yates’ Mock Draft Methodology
8:00 – Arizona Cardinals select WR Marvin Harrison Jr.
15:30 – Atlanta Falcons select EDGE Dallas Turner
18:55 – Philadelphia Eagles select CB Nate Wiggins
22:30 – Lions select EDGE Darius Robinson
25:40 – San Francisco 49ers select OT Amarius Mims
28:45 – Field’s least favorite pick of his mock (and insights on Bo Nix potentially going in the first round)
