Alright, so today I decided to dive into the world of NFL mock drafts. I’ve always been a huge football fan, and with the draft coming up, I figured, why not try my hand at predicting the picks? So I found this “NFL Mock Draft Game” online and got started.
First thing I did was pick a website. There are a bunch of these mock draft simulators out there, so I just chose one that looked pretty user-friendly. I’m no expert, believe that! So don’t need anything too complex.
Getting Started
Once the simulator loaded up, I had to make some choices. Some of these sites let you control just one team, others let you play as the General Manager for all 32 teams! I went with controlling my favorite team. Gotta stay loyal, right?
The simulator had a “big board” of all the top players, with their college stats and everything. Honestly, I recognized some of the names from watching college games, but a lot of them were new to me. This is where the real “work” began, I guess!
- I started looking at my team’s needs. Like, did we desperately need a quarterback? A strong defensive lineman? I had a general idea, but I also checked out some articles online listing the team’s biggest weaknesses. It’s called research, people!
- Then, I started comparing those needs to the players available on the big board. I was looking for the best fit, the guy who could make an immediate impact. It’s all about value, you know?
Making the Picks!
When my team was “on the clock,” I had to make a decision. There’s usually a timer, so you can’t just sit there forever. The pressure! I picked the best player available, based on need and all that research I did. Sometimes the site would show you the predicted picks for the teams before you, it’s like a hint, helping you know a bit of what’s likely to happen.
I made my picks, round after round. It’s surprisingly addictive! You start thinking about trades, about who might fall to you in the next round… it’s a whole strategy thing.
The Results
After all seven rounds, the simulator gave me a “grade” for my draft. Let’s just say I’m not going to be quitting my day job to become an NFL GM anytime soon. But it was still a blast! I learned a lot about the upcoming players, and it made me even more excited for the real draft.
If you’re a football fan, I definitely recommend giving one of these mock draft games a try. It’s a fun way to kill some time and feel like you’re part of the action. Just don’t take it too seriously, like I almost did!