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DRAFT SMART: Where to Find VALUE in 2026 NFL Draft By Taking Comparable Prospects With Later Picks
NFL Draft value plays take center stage as teams weigh high-profile prospects against hidden gems. Should the Dallas Cowboys consider trading up for David Bailey, or does Malachi Lawrence offer first-round upside without the cost? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down edge rusher and wide receiver options like Cashius Howell versus Keyron Crawford, Denzel Boston versus Elijah Sarratt, and Chris Brazzell versus Ole Miss’s De'Zhaun Stribling, stressing the importance of finding comparable talent later in the draft.
Linebacker and safety value is also up for debate—would you invest an early pick…
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