draftnik
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draftniks
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Sorry, that’s too hot of a take for a recovering draftnik.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 28, 2021
Talk to any NFL draftnik and they'll tell you Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is hands down going to be the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
From Fox News ● Mar. 30, 2021
Or Wiggins could slip simply because everyone gets tired of agreeing on him, the victim of draftnik culture’s insatiable appetite for what’s-not-to-like.
From Slate ● Nov. 13, 2013
If you are a draftnik — someone who loves drafts regardless of the sport, drawn to the whole handshake-and-holding-up-a-new-jersey thing, all hearts filled with hope and promise — the next few days are nirvana.
From New York Times ● Jun. 23, 2011
Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN's original draftnik, cited multiple sources saying the Seahawks will not choose Clausen in the upcoming draft.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 7, 2010
There already is a debate among NFL draftniks about who will be the No. 1 overall pick in 2024: Williams or Maye?
From Washington Times ● Dec. 11, 2022
The consensus among draftniks is that this class is a strong one for wide receivers.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 25, 2022
The second selection by Las Vegas caught analysts flat-footed, however, as the team took Ohio State cornerback Damon Arnette, who many draftniks saw as a second-day player.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 24, 2020
A number of NFL draftniks and analysts have posited that Eason should return to school … if he has faith that he’ll continue to grow and develop with the Huskies’ coaching staff and offensive system.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 10, 2019
Following all of the Broncos' subsequent draft machinations requires enrolling in a night class for draftniks.
From Chicago Tribune ● Jan. 28, 2014
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