The NFL Draft community has an impressive ability to re-learn the same lesson year after year. The big ones stick: don't draft running backs too early, arm length matters for tackles, and elite athleticism is key to identifying early-round edge rushers. Other ideas have trouble sticking, like our tendency to typecast receivers. This class offers a few examples, headlined by USC's Makai Lemon. With an outstanding platform season, Lemon has been able to shake the narratives his frame suggests and will -- in all likelihood -- be a top-15 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Alabama Crimson Tide star Germie Bernard wasn't as fortunate, despite posting quality production and film...
