5 NFL teams most likely to draft a wide receiver
By Kevin Scott
5. Arizona Cardinals
There were three very close runners up for this fifth spot. The Giants almost made the list, but I felt that it’s impossible to know what Gettleman will do. The Ravens were close, but they seem to consistently devalue the receiver position, and their focus is on the running game. And the Chiefs were also right near the top five, particularly with the uncertainty surrounding Tyreek Hill. But I decided to go with the Cardinals, mainly because I just don’t like their receiving options.
They currently are trusting either Kevin White or Chad Williams to man one of the outside spots opposite Christian Kirk, with Fitzgerald in the slot. Since Fitz is presumably about done, and since I have seen nothing remarkable or even good from Williams or White, I think Kliff Kingsbury will certainly want a shiny new weapon for his offense. Since they have 11 picks, with four inside the top 103, they have plenty of ammunition to make it happen.
Here are three prospects I think would fit with Kingsbury’s offense:
- Parris Campbell: Kingsbury had a lot of fun with Keke Coutee in Lubbock, and Campbell is a very similar player, with ridiculous speed (4.31 at the combine), elite quickness, and high upside. He reminds me of DeSean Jackson, and I think he’ll get there with time.
- Hakeem Butler: I could also see Butler fitting here, as he is a very big body, which the Cardinals could really use. Their first pick in the 2nd round might be a good spot for him.
- Andy Isabella: Another option that would offer elite speed, which would fit in well with Kingsbury’s spread offense. He is also excellent out of the slot and could replace Fitzgerald upon his retirement.
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Kevin Scott is a veteran fantasy football player, playing in over 30 leagues per year and making a profit 10 years running.