The Chicago Bears have signed second-round pick Ozzy Trapilo to a four-year rookie deal, with the first two years fully guaranteed and significant guarantees in the third year, making him the first of their 2025 second-rounders to sign.
The Miami Dolphins are considering a trade-down in the upcoming NFL draft, with GM Chris Grier indicating that their second-round pick could be in play. Grier emphasized the importance of not passing on a good player while being open to trade scenarios. The team's evaluation didn't produce 21 players with first-round grades, but they are confident in landing an impact player at No. 21. Grier has a history of moving up and down the second round in previous drafts, with varying degrees of success.
The Detroit Pistons acquired Danuel House and a second-round pick from the Philadelphia 76ers in a trade, with the Pistons aiming to add a pick at minimal cost while the Sixers sought to avoid the luxury tax and open up a roster spot for potential advantageous trades or player acquisitions. The move leaves the Pistons with 17 players under contract and only 15 spots available, necessitating further roster adjustments through releases or additional trades.
The Chicago Bears have acquired defensive end Montez Sweat from the Commanders in exchange for a second-round pick, making it the first trade of the day leading up to the NFL trade deadline.
The Orlando Magic have a second-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, which is another opportunity to add key role players and talent to their young roster. While the team has a spotty record of keeping their second-round picks, they should always be looking for ways to add key players to the roster. The focus for the second-round pick should be on skills that will directly translate and support the roster and current team. Here are some second-round prospects to keep an eye on for the Magic.
Detroit Pistons General Manager Troy Weaver sees potential value in the team's No. 31 overall pick in the upcoming NBA draft, recognizing the success of top second-round picks in previous years. Weaver has been inconsistent with his first-round selections, but has had success with second-round picks such as Isaiah Livers and Luka Garza. Weaver is open to taking risks, which could lead to the Pistons selecting hometown talent Emoni Bates with the No. 31 pick.
The Boston Celtics will have the 35th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, and they could potentially find a rotation-level player for cheap who they can develop behind the scenes due to their stacked roster. The Celtics could take a first-team All-American in a guy like former Houston guard Marcus Sasser, or they could choose from other intriguing names. The first few picks of the second round can often result in interesting young players, and hitting on a productive player for cheap this draft could give the Celtics some valuable wiggle room in the coming seasons.
The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly asking for a second-round pick and more for wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, but other teams are not willing to meet that price. Hopkins has been linked to several teams, including the Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, and New England Patriots. Despite the asking price, some experts believe the Cardinals will receive a lower draft pick package similar to what the Houston Texans received for Brandin Cooks. If the Cardinals trade Hopkins before June 2, they would free up $8.1 million in cap space but also take a dead-money hit of $22.6 million.