Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into the world of NFL mock drafts lately, and let me tell you, it’s addictive! I wanted to share my experience with these free NFL mock draft simulators, because, honestly, it’s been way more fun than I expected.
First off, I had to find a simulator. I basically just Googled “free NFL mock draft simulator” and a bunch of options popped up. I tried a few different ones, some were super clunky and confusing, but others were pretty slick.
Getting Started
Once I picked a simulator I liked, the fun began. Most of them start you off by picking your favorite team – easy peasy, Go [Your Favorite Team’s Name Here]! Then you get to choose the draft settings. Stuff like how many rounds, whether trades are allowed, and even the “difficulty” of the other teams’ AI.
Making My Picks
Then comes the actual drafting. The simulator usually shows you a list of available players, ranked by their overall rating or some kind of projection. You can see their stats, college, position, all that good stuff. Then, it’s your turn to pick!
It felt so real, I’m sat here looking at the list of players and trying to consider what position my team needed, and what position was best for value. And then there are also those pop-ups that I can choose to accept or decline trade offers. It’s so intense!
The Thrill of the Trade
Speaking of trades, that’s where things get really interesting. Some simulators let you propose trades to other teams, offering up your picks for theirs. I spent way too much time trying to wheel and deal, moving up and down the draft board to snag the players I wanted. It was surprisingly strategic!
Reviewing My Masterpiece
After the draft is over, most simulators give you some kind of summary or grade. It’s cool to see how you did, and compare it to other users or expert rankings. I even saved a few of my best drafts to show off to my buddies.
My Final Thoughts
Honestly, using a free NFL mock draft simulator is a blast. It’s a great way to kill some time, learn more about the upcoming prospects, and live out your fantasy of being an NFL GM. It’s fun when I see that I have the same mock draft pick as an NFL team, and sometimes I get it wrong, but it’s all good fun. I definitely recommend giving it a try!