More importantly, Ruiz was up to the challenge. — David Payne Purdum (@DavidPurdum) December 22, 2020 #Jets 9th NFL upset by an underdog bigger than 2 TDs (going back 32 seasons) … 9 wins; 141 losses 8 of 9 big upsets Week 10 or later 5 big upsets between 1992 Given the talent level of Washington's defensive front, Young was largely a luxury pick. The versatile linebacker-safety hybrid flashed plenty of playmaking potential when he was able to get onto the field. Fred Warner, San Francisco, 39; Bobby Wagner, Seattle, 35; Darius Leonard, Indianapolis, 18; Devin White, Tampa Bay, 16; Demario Davis, New Orleans, 14; Lavonte David, Tampa Bay, 10; Roquan Smith, Chicago, 10; Eric Kendricks, Minnesota, 3; Blake Martinez, New York Giants, 2; Myles Jack, Jacksonville, 1; Zach Cunningham, Houston, 1; Deion Jones, Atlanta, 1. 1 ranked player’s rankings and ownership projections, to articles and cheat sheets detailing our experts’ favorite picks and pivots, to videos giving you access to the most up-to-date late breaking news […] We then compared these projections to the prop bet odds from the sportsbooks to give you the best prop bet picks. 1 pick in the 2021 draft. They made former Alabama standout Jedrick Wills Jr. the second offensive tackle off the board last April, and they'll do the same again here. To meet everyone’s NFL DFS needs for the 2020, we put out a ton of content each and every day. Xavien Howard, Miami, 47; Jalen Ramsey, Los Angeles Rams, 25; Jaire Alexander, Green Bay, 18; Tre’Davious White, Buffalo, 6; Marlon Humphrey, Baltimore, 2; James Bradberry, New York Giants, 1; J.C. Jackson, New England, 1. At 6'7", Davis can eat up space on the interior or edge and would likely have had an impact for a Packers defense that ranked 21st in yards allowed per carry. NEW YORK - Kevin Durant scored 31 points, Kyrie Irving took over late and had 28 and the Brooklyn Nets overcame Bam Adebayo's career-high 41... Fox Sports™ and © 2021 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. Rob December 21, 2020 NFL NFL Review with Lineup Rewind: Week 15 (12/21/20) Fifteen games have been played in Week 15 and we will take a look at the top fantasy performers from each team in passing, rushing and receiving as well as provide updates on any notable injuries. Lamb finished the 2020 season with 935 yards and five touchdowns despite playing most of it without Dallas Cowboys starting quarterback Dak Prescott. He was responsible for a mere three penalties and a sack, according to Pro Football Focus. The New York Giants have a tough decision here. Original Pick: Damon Arnette, CB, Ohio State. A linebacker would also make sense, as Dallas ranked just 31st in run defense. The Los Angeles Chargers found their franchise quarterback in real life. Original Pick: Jeff Okudah, CB, Ohio State. The Seattle Seahawks used this pick on Texas Tech linebacker Jordyn Brooks. The Jaguars selected former LSU pass-rusher K'Lavon Chaisson in April. Jeudy wouldn't fix all that, but he would have given Newton a reliable weapon on the perimeter. NFL Teams Practiced Less in 2020. Original Pick: Brandon Aiyuk, WR, Arizona State (by San Francisco). These 25 players could be entering their final NFL seasons in 2020. Jake Bailey, New England, 26; Jack Fox, Detroit, 12; Michael Dickson, Seattle, 9; Corey Bojorquez, Buffalo, 2; Tress Way, Washington, 1. I think he can anticipate a full and complete recovery," Bengals athletic trainer Paul Sparling said, per Geoff Hobson of the team's official website. Since he is off the board, they turn to Arizona State wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. The Alabama product was widely viewed as the most pro-ready receiver prospect in the 2020 draft. He isn't, though, so Kansas City sticks with the running back it originally selected. This came on the heels of trading DeForest Buckner to the Indianapolis Colts, so the decision to take a defensive tackle made sense. Higgins' 6'4" frame would help provide Carson Wentz with a big, reliable target on the perimeter, which he lacked this season. The first is that not everyone in the organization appears sold on his NFL upside. Adding a quality cornerback in the draft might have helped the secondary come together, and so Seattle goes with Mississippi State product Cameron Dantzler here. With NFL schedules recently released, we can begin to break down the 2020 NFL season. One of Jacksonville's biggest issues was its run defense, which ranked 30th. "Really fired up where A.J. While L.A. can't get him, it can still land an athletic quarterback prospect with loads of arm talent by scooping up Oklahoma's Jalen Hurts. If they did, you can bet the first round of the 2020 draft would have gone differently. Queen would have made a huge impact on Las Vegas, helping bolster a run defense that ranked just 24th. Cordarrelle Patterson, Chicago, 43; Andre Roberts, Buffalo, 7. He provides versatility and the option to remain up-tempo without having to switch personnel in the backfield. He was a bit disappointing statistically, finishing with 452 yards and two touchdowns. That's a problem for the team to address and not an indictment of the former Clemson star's ability. Derrick Henry, Tennessee, 47; Alvin Kamara, New Orleans, 3. The San Francisco 49ers originally traded this selection and then used the No. Here you'll find everything from our NFL quarterback rankings to our position rankings to our all-32 team roster rankings, making it easy for you to enter the 2020 NFL season armed with everything you need to know. Original Pick: Henry Ruggs III, WR, Alabama. Would Brown outright replace Buckner? Be sure to check out the stars who changed teams in the offseason, the rookies drafted in this year’s NFL Draft and any breakout candidates looking to make an impact for their team in 2020… David Bakhtiari, Green Bay, 26; Garett Bolles, Denver, 13; Trent Williams, San Francisco, 7; Terron Armstead, New Orleans, 2; Laremy Tunsil, Houston, 1; Eric Fisher, Kansas City, 1. The Browns are also going to roll with their original selection. "Okudah is the best cornerback prospect we've evaluated since Jalen Ramsey left Florida State. Dillon, Josiah While Ruggs shouldn't be judged on stats alone—his speed did open things up for the Raiders offense—it's not unfair for Las Vegas to want more out of its rookie receiver. Probably not, but he'd be a valuable addition to the 49ers' defensive front. While there'd still be room for Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson Jr., it's exciting to think about the impact Taylor could have had on Shanahan's space-creating running scheme. This decision might be harder if Jonathan Taylor were still on the board, as he's been just as versatile and even more productive. Gunner Olszewski, New England, 28; Jakeem Grant, Miami, 11; Andre Roberts, Buffalo, 6; Ray-Ray McCloud, Pittsburgh, 3; Hunter Renfrow, Las Vegas, 1; Nyheim Hines, Indianapolis, 1. Would Dantzler have helped the Seahawks avoid an early playoff exit? Premier pass-rushing prospects don't come along often, and Young can be a difference-maker for the Lions for the next decade-plus. He wasn't spectacular—he allowed an opposing passer rating of 106.9—and he was also limited to nine games because of injury and played 75 percent of snaps in only four of his outings. There's really not a lot to analyze with this selection. The 2020 NFL Draft is officially in the books, with 255 players hearing their names called. In a division with Aaron Rodgers, that could be huge. The 49ers originally traded up from No. The Panthers don't risk losing him and pull the trigger a round early. Despite making just four starts for the Eagles, he finished 2020 with 1,061 passing yards, six touchdowns and four interceptions. With Higgins still on the board, the Eagles pass on Reagor here. The hope was that Chaisson would boost a pass-rush that was likely to lose—and did lose—Calais Campbell and Yannick Ngakoue. Original Pick: Isaiah Simmons, LB, Clemson. Instead, the Dolphins scoop up a new No. Still, few question marks surround Young, and the Lions wouldn't hesitate to turn in his draft card. Original Pick: Chase Young, Edge, Ohio State. However, he was mostly solid and rarely appeared overwhelmed in pass protection. The NFL cites outside influences for the most recent set of positive coronavirus tests, including exposures during the holiday season. However, with Brown still on the board, the 49ers go a different route in terms of the player. Corey Linsley, Green Bay, 18; Ryan Kelly, Indianapolis, 8; Frank Ragnow, Detroit, 8; Rodney Hudson, Las Vegas, 5; Maurkice Pouncey, Pittsburgh, 4; Jason Kelce, Philadelphia, 2; Ben Jones, Tennessee, 2; JC Tretter, Cleveland, 1; Mitch Morse, Buffalo, 1; Erik McCoy, New Orleans, 1. Grabbing him here would have given the Vikings the No. Quenton Nelson, Indianapolis, 24; Joel Bitonio, Cleveland, 16; Ali Marpet, Tampa Bay, 7; Elgton Jenkins, Green Bay, 2; Rodger Saffold, Tennessee, 1. It was a luxury pick, as a lack of receiving weapons didn't prevent Dallas from winning the NFC East. While Henderson wasn't perfect—he allowed an opposing passer rating of 110.2—he left a positive impression on the coaching staff. "Based on the surgery he had and based on the injury he had, he's got a very predictable recovery. The Miami Dolphins originally selected former Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Here’s what our premium NFL Survivor Picks news and notes are covering for NFL Week 16: Sunday: The Cleveland line has dropped by 3.5 points (now at 6.5) against the Jets with news of the wide receiver group being out. Many of this year's rookie cornerbacks have struggled, and there's little reason to believe a different corner would perform substantially better for Jacksonville. He can also make good things happen in less than ideal situations. But despite playing 16 games, Chaisson produced just one sack and nine quarterback pressures. The former Georgia standout was responsible for three penalties and 10 sacks allowed in 2020, according to Pro Football Focus. Perhaps not, but he might have aided Seattle in its quest to avoid the opening round altogether by securing the NFC's top seed. While Brown was a solid space-eater as a rookie, Chinn was a legitimate playmaker. Terrell, and the results have been mixed. Regardless, Becton has the higher physical ceiling and is a mauler in the running game. While he got off to a slow start, he finished as one of the most dangerous dual-threat backs in the NFL. A horrific defense did, so with Lamb off the board, the Cowboys scoop up Jeff Okudah. In his 13 regular-season appearances, Edwards-Helaire amassed 803 rushing yards, 297 receiving yards and five touchdowns. Taylor amassed 1,169 rushing yards, 299 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns. In the real world, Davis was a second-round selection of the Dolphins who amassed 40 tackles and 19 solo stops while making 12 starts and playing 16 games. That he can execute precision cuts and fluidly move in and out of breaks could have been even more valuable in New England's timing-based passing attack. Miami will have another opportunity to roll the dice on a quarterback prospect. The Packers originally traded up to select Jordan Love, drawing the ire of fans who hoped Green Bay would capitalize on its Super Bowl window. While the Titans may still be banking on Wilson's prospects as a pro, his rookie season was basically nonexistent. The Dolphins continue rebuilding their offense by grabbing USC offensive tackle Austin Jackson. It's unlikely Ruggs would have the same sort of production as Jefferson did, but if he pulls defenders out of the box, he would still serve a valuable purpose. It'll grab him in this magical redraft world too. Originally, the Denver Broncos selected premier route-runner Jerry Jeudy with this selection. We're going to have a little fun today and examine that very question. 1 corner they lacked. More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/NFL and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL, Ra'eese Aleem outclasses, knocks out Victor Pasillas in 11. That would have been huge for the Vikings, who relied on running back Dalvin Cook. Or the Washington Football Team, which used a 2019 first-round pick on quarterback Dwayne Haskins and then made the playoffs without him on the roster less than a year later. Unlike many top cornerbacks in recent years, Okudah has no injury history and has the NFL size to match up with any type of receiver he faces," Bleacher Report's Matt Miller wrote in April. They Played Better. The presence of Leighton Vander Esch, Jaylon Smith and Sean Lee, however, would have made such a selection redundant. Despite starting just seven of his 16 games, Simmons finished the season with 54 total tackles, two passes defended, two sacks, a forced fumble and an interception. Instead of doubling down on Chaisson, the Jaguars scoop up South Carolina defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw. Looking into the 2020 schedule, we have broken out the strength of schedule based on NFL Win Totals , and list out some 2019 records of teams and opponents. Taylor was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the second round, with the 41st pick. In this redraft world, Arizona knows it isn't a Super Bowl contender just yet. Originally, the Panthers took run-stuffing defensive tackle Derrick Brown. 2020 was filled with truncated and disrupted seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but we still saw our share of great games. The Arizona Cardinals struggled to find a role for rookie linebacker Isaiah Simmons. 3 overall. That unit was gashed for 236 rushing yards in a wild-card loss to the Ravens, ending a promising campaign. Jeudy's 856 receiving yards were more than any Patriots pass-catcher produced—Jakobi Meyers led the team with 729. The 2020 NFL season is in the rearview mirror, but before we look ahead to 2021, let's take some time to look back. But for those who weren't selected, there's still hope to make an NFL roster. They took left tackle Mekhi Becton and have every reason to be happy with that decision. Balanced attack leads Timberwolves past Pelicans 120-110. 1 target. According to Pro Football Focus, Ruiz was responsible for just one penalty and zero sacks in 744 snaps. 2020 NFL Week 17 Best Bets In Handicappers : Handicapping Articles : NFL Football Fri, Jan 1st, 2021 1:14:07 pm By Staff Writer - OSGA.com A look at … Original Pick: Mekhi Becton, OT, Louisville. We'll approach this 2020 redraft as if the franchises involved in Round 1 knew what was coming. Aiyuk showed flashes of being just that during his rookie campaign with the 49ers. While Edwards-Helaire did have a few early issues—like getting into the end zone, doing so just four times on the ground—he was mostly reliable. Or the Pittsburgh Steelers, who decided to rest their starters against those same Browns in the season finale this year. That may not be a major selling point for the 2020 season, but with Saquon Barkley back in the lineup for 2021, it could be huge. He amassed 117 total tackles, an interception, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, two defensive touchdowns, a sack and five passes defended. "Everything that we prepared for in the draft, physical side, the ability to run, play in our system, is exactly what we thought we were getting," defensive coordinator Todd Wash told reporters. However, he was also sneaky good at generating pressure. Here, they snag former Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor. Since he's already off the board here, they'll instead address another offensive position. With no draft-day trades here—and with Green Bay possibly regretting the decision to tab Aaron Rodgers' eventual replacement—that doesn't happen. Saturday: Three NFL games on Saturday, including two with some survivor import. The Dolphins originally dealt this selection to the Green Bay Packers, and the latter picked Utah State quarterback Jordan Love. While Higgins might not stretch the field quite like Reagor, he has proved to be a reliable No. The 2020 NFL season is now less than a week away, so what better way to prepare for Thursday night's kickoff than to acquaint yourself with every one of PFF's player and team rankings. The Raiders originally used the 19th pick on former Ohio State cornerback Damon Arnette. He caught 62 passes for 873 yards and nine touchdowns. NEW YORK (AP) — The Associated Press 2020 NFL All-Pro team selected by a national panel of 50 media members: OFFENSE Quarterback — Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay … While the Ravens used a first-round pick on wideout Marquise Brown in 2019, he has served more as a speedy complementary receiver. The Seahawks defense rebounded late in the season, but it still ranked 31st in passing yards allowed. By taking Herbert in the redraft, the Football Team won't have questions at the game's most important position. Ruiz has been a big piece of the consistency, and there's little reason for New Orleans to go in a different direction. As previously mentioned, Okudah's rookie campaign left plenty to be desired. Ra’eese Aleem made a strong statement on Saturday night. While Tagovailoa didn't take the NFL by storm the way Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert did, he still showed flashes of promise. However, Herbert is not available in this redraft. James Harden is doing a little bit of everything for the Brooklyn Nets night-in and night-out. Just ask the Cleveland Browns, who hired Freddie Kitchens as their head coach over current Coach of the Year candidate Kevin Stefanski last season. Witten entered the Monday Night … NEW YORK (AP) — Results of The Associated Press 2020 NFL All-Pro balloting selected by a national panel of 50 media members: Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay, 46; Josh Allen, Buffalo, 2; Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City, 2. But teams learned t … He was later suspended for violating team rules. In reality, the Carolina Panthers waited until the second round to select Southern Illinois safety Jeremy Chinn. Therefore, there's no need to trade Simmons' immense upside for a player who could contribute more immediately. New York knows it will have the No. This has left Lamar Jackson without a No. is going to be, and I'm really fired up at his demeanor and how he approaches every single game.". The Las Vegas Raiders originally used this pick on former Alabama speedster Henry Ruggs III. The Baltimore Ravens originally used this selection on Patrick Queen. Baltimore brought in veteran wideout Dez Bryant midseason to help bolster its receiving corps. 2 pick in the draft and more than $60 million in cap space in 2021. After Washington passes on Young, the Detroit Lions don't hesitate to scoop him up. Despite playing a big chunk of the season without Joe Burrow, Higgins still finished with 908 receiving yards and six touchdowns. 2020 Record: 2-13 / Previous Week’s Rank: 32 The Jets have now won two games in a row as they have clinched the number two pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. By Associated … While it would be nice to solidify the all-important left tackle position, the Jets should be thrilled to land a franchise right tackle. Sneed was, in reality, a fourth-round selection of the Kansas City Chiefs. In real life, the Dolphins selected Jackson with the 18th pick. 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