Home runs and head-scratchers from NFL Draft Rounds 2-3, including Malachi Fields, Emmanuel Pregnon
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- Jake Golday – Vikings linebacker selected at No. 51, graded “A” by CBS’s Mike Renner for his perfect fit in Brian Flores’s aggressive defense.
- Emmanuel McNeil‑Warren – Browns safety taken at No. 58, earned an “A+” grade, praised as a borderline first‑round talent with 11 forced fumbles and elite coverage of tight ends.
- Malachi Fields – Giants wide receiver drafted at No. 74, a 6‑ft‑5 catcher who averaged 15 yards per catch and 16 touchdowns at Notre Dame, labeled a “home run” despite speed concerns.
- Running backs – Only three selected in the first 100 picks, tying the fewest taken in the common draft era, signaling a de‑emphasis on the position early in the draft.
- Wide receivers and tight ends – 17 WRs and nine TEs drafted through three rounds, tying the most since 1967, highlighting a surge in skill‑position talent.
Why it matters: The Vikings, Browns and Giants each lock in high‑grade talent at mid‑round values, saving roughly $10‑15 M in rookie contracts while boosting their defensive and offensive depth, which translates into more wins and higher fan engagement.
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