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Field Yates, a fantasy football expert and NFL draft analyst for ESPN, has released his 2024 fantasy football rankings for PPR formats, with Christian McCaffrey topping the list. The rankings will be updated throughout the preseason. Notable players include CeeDee Lamb, Tyreek Hill, and Ja'Marr Chase, while some wide receivers' stock may have dropped after the NFL draft.
ESPN analysts Mel Kiper and Field Yates conducted a three-round mock draft, selecting Caleb Williams as the Bears' No. 1 pick, followed by Rome Odunze at No. 9 and Kiran Amegadjie at No. 75. Kiper emphasized Williams' potential with the team's offensive lineup and addressed the need for an edge rusher or offensive tackle, ultimately opting for a wide receiver and then an offensive tackle in the absence of a second-round pick.
ESPN analysts Mel Kiper and Field Yates conducted a three-round mock draft, with the New York Giants selecting wide receiver Malik Nabers from LSU at No. 6 and trading up to acquire quarterback Bo Nix from Oregon at No. 38. The Giants made a trade with the Tennessee Titans to secure the pick, addressing their need for a future quarterback option.
NFL draft analysts Mel Kiper Jr. and Field Yates have predicted every pick from Days 1 and 2 of the 2024 NFL draft, going through all 100 picks through the end of Round 3, including potential trades up the board for quarterbacks. They based their picks on a combination of what they think each team will do and what they would do if they were playing general manager for all 32 teams, using their personal rankings and the latest information from sources around the league. The mock draft will be discussed on "SportsCenter Special: Mel & Field's Three-Round Mock Draft" at 7:30 p.m. ET Monday on ESPN2.
ESPN's Field Yates predicts the Cleveland Browns will select running back Trey Benson as the first back off the board in his two-round NFL mock draft, citing uncertainty around Nick Chubb's availability due to a leg injury. Despite the team's offseason moves and depth at the position, Yates believes Benson's speed and pass-game traits make him a valuable addition. However, some argue that other positions like wide receiver and defensive line should take priority in the draft.
ESPN's Field Yates predicts that the New York Giants will address their need for offensive and defensive talent in the upcoming NFL draft by selecting LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers in the first round and Rutgers cornerback Max Melton in the second round. Nabers is touted as an explosive playmaker with exceptional run-after-catch ability, while Melton is praised for his cornerback skills and local ties to New Jersey. These picks are expected to fill immediate roster gaps for the Giants.
Field Yates, an NFL draft analyst for ESPN, has released a two-round mock draft for the 2024 NFL draft, predicting new homes for top prospects and projecting four trades. In the first round, he predicts the Chicago Bears will select Caleb Williams as their quarterback, and he anticipates the draft to get more interesting from there.
ESPN's Field Yates predicts in his first NFL mock draft that the New England Patriots will select quarterback Drake Maye with the No. 3 pick, citing his prototypical build and playmaking abilities. This potential move could signal a new era for the Patriots under Jerod Mayo and address their offensive struggles from the previous season. While the draft is still months away, this pick could mark the team's next franchise quarterback.
Field Yates, an NFL draft analyst for ESPN, has released his first-round predictions for the 2024 NFL draft, including landing spots for five quarterbacks. While the draft order is set and three picks have already been traded, Yates acknowledges that things could change as the combine, pro days, interviews, and free agency unfold. He will discuss his pick projections on a SportsCenter Special on ESPN2.