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Raiders Lead 2026 Offseason Resource Rankings With Cap Space and Draft Capital
analysis11 days ago

Raiders Lead 2026 Offseason Resource Rankings With Cap Space and Draft Capital

NFL teams enter the 2026 offseason with a combined resource ranking that weighs each club’s cap space against its draft capital. Zak Koeppel ranks all 32 teams, highlighting the Las Vegas Raiders at No. 1 due to a large cap cushion and multiple first‑round picks, with the New York Jets and Tennessee Titans also near the top thanks to heavy draft currency. The piece uses Over The Cap data and Fitz­gerald–Spielberger trade values to gauge assets and outlines top‑10 team needs, illustrating how smart use of free agency and the draft can set the foundation for Super Bowl runs.

Jets Stack Historic Draft Capital Ahead of Back-to-Back NFL Drafts
sports1 month ago

Jets Stack Historic Draft Capital Ahead of Back-to-Back NFL Drafts

The Jets’ trades of Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams yield a record-setting draft haul: four top-45 picks this year (Nos. 2, 16, 33, 44) and eight first-two-round selections across the next two drafts, including five first-rounders and three second-rounders, with three first-round picks in 2027. That gives New York the most draft capital in franchise history entering the Pittsburgh draft in late April 2026 and a potential, roster-shaping window over the next two years.

"Patriots' Potential Draft Moves and 2024 NFL Draft Order Analysis"
sports1 year ago

"Patriots' Potential Draft Moves and 2024 NFL Draft Order Analysis"

The New England Patriots, holding the No. 3 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, could potentially trade down to acquire more draft capital, especially if they are not set on any of the top quarterback prospects. Recent historical trades involving high draft picks provide some insight into potential trade scenarios, with teams like the Vikings, Broncos, and Giants potentially looking to move up. The Patriots could gain significant value by trading down, and the team's decision makers have a major choice to make as they weigh their options.

"NFL's 2024 Draft: Packers, Chiefs, and Bucs Secure Compensatory Picks"
sports2 years ago

"NFL's 2024 Draft: Packers, Chiefs, and Bucs Secure Compensatory Picks"

The Green Bay Packers have the NFL's fifth-most draft capital entering the 2024 draft, with 11 total picks including five in the top 100 and three compensatory selections. They are the only playoff team from last season in the top eight of draft capital, and general manager Gutekunst will have ample opportunities to bolster the team's roster in April, including multiple picks in the second and third rounds.

"2024 NFL Draft: New York Giants' Key Rankings, Top Picks, and Franchise Players Revealed"
sports2 years ago

"2024 NFL Draft: New York Giants' Key Rankings, Top Picks, and Franchise Players Revealed"

The New York Giants may be struggling in the NFL power rankings, but they are rising in the 2024 NFL Draft power rankings. Currently owning the 3rd overall pick, the Giants have the 4th most valuable draft capital according to Tankathon. The Cardinals, Bears, and Packers have more draft capital, but the Giants have multiple picks in the top 100. While it's too early to focus on mock drafts, Tankathon's three-round mock draft has the Giants selecting Drake Maye, Patrick Paul, Michael Hall Jr., and Brian Thomas in the first three rounds.

"Lions' Salary Cap Success Propels Them to Top 5 Ranking"
sports2 years ago

"Lions' Salary Cap Success Propels Them to Top 5 Ranking"

The Detroit Lions have landed in the top 5 of a three-year salary cap evaluation, ranking fifth in the league based on draft capital and available cap space. They ranked seventh in active draft capital, sixth in 2023-25 cap space, tenth in total prorated money, and eleventh in 2023 free agent valuation. With a focus on building a sustainable contender, the Lions are heading in the right direction both on and off the field.

"2023 NFL Draft: Detroit Lions' Trade Talks and Targets for Upgrades"
sports2 years ago

"2023 NFL Draft: Detroit Lions' Trade Talks and Targets for Upgrades"

The Detroit Lions have reportedly made calls to trade down from their 18th overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, according to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer. Lions general manager Brad Holmes previously stated that the team is in a position to do anything they want in the draft. The Lions already have nine picks in this year's draft, including five in the first three rounds, so adding more draft capital for future classes could be a priority. However, rumors should be taken with a grain of salt during draft week.

"Packers' Draft Strategy: Trade Downs, Big Boards, and Crazy Trades"
sports2 years ago

"Packers' Draft Strategy: Trade Downs, Big Boards, and Crazy Trades"

The Green Bay Packers may consider trading down from their No. 15 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft to acquire more draft capital. Several potential trade scenarios have been suggested, including trading with the Giants, Vikings, Seahawks, Lions, Buccaneers, Chiefs, or Steelers. The Packers are in the midst of transitioning to the Jordan Love era and have multiple roster needs to address in this draft.

"2023 NFL Draft: Will the Detroit Lions Trade Up for a Quarterback?"
sports2 years ago

"2023 NFL Draft: Will the Detroit Lions Trade Up for a Quarterback?"

The Detroit Lions may draft a quarterback in the 2023 NFL Draft, but it is unlikely they will use a high pick to do so. While the team has confidence in Jared Goff as the starter, they still need to add competition and depth to the quarterback room. The Lions have a lot of draft capital, which they could use to improve multiple positions or trade up for better prospects. It is possible they will draft a backup quarterback later in the draft to groom into a potential starter, but it is uncertain who they will target.

sports2 years ago

Assessing the Eagles' 2023 draft prospects and offseason moves.

The Philadelphia Eagles have the best draft capital in the NFC East and rank sixth among NFC teams in the 2023 NFL Draft, according to the trade value chart from DraftTek. Despite having only six draft picks, the Eagles have four in the top 100, including two first-round choices. The chart, developed by former Dallas Cowboys head coach Jimmy Johnson, assigns point values to each pick to help measure the value of draft assets and negotiate trades. The Carolina Panthers have the No. 1 overall pick after trading a massive haul to the Chicago Bears.

"LA Rams' Strategic Plan for Long-Term Success in 2023 and Beyond"
sports2 years ago

"LA Rams' Strategic Plan for Long-Term Success in 2023 and Beyond"

The Los Angeles Rams' COO, Kevin Demoff, has written a letter to Season Ticket Members explaining the team's decision to focus on replenishing their draft capital and improving their long-term salary cap situation, rather than restructuring contracts to give themselves one last shot with their core roster. The team has 11 draft picks in this year's draft, including three in the top 77, and nearly all of their picks in 2024. They have also taken all of their salary cap pain in 2023 and project to have more than $60 million in space in 2024. The Rams' goal for 2023 is to win the NFC West and make a deep playoff run.

"Cleveland Browns' Free Agency Moves: Early Success and Future Targets"
sports3 years ago

"Cleveland Browns' Free Agency Moves: Early Success and Future Targets"

The Cleveland Browns have had a successful start to the NFL's "PreAgency" period, retaining some key players and adding new ones. Analyst Kevin Cole has ranked the Browns' moves as the eighth most improved in the league when considering draft capital. With limited draft picks, the Browns need to make improvements in any way they can this offseason. Adding edge rusher Ogbonnia Okoronkwo and DT Dalvin Tomlinson will be huge additions to their defensive line.