There were six wide receivers drafted within the first 18 picks of last year’s draft, but the first tight end (Trey McBride) wasn’t off the board until Day 2 (the 55th pick).
When it comes to 2023 pass-catching options, the roles are reversed—at least in terms of my initial big board rankings.
The first wide receiver to appear in my initial big board is the 18th-ranked prospect. Meanwhile, there are five tight ends ranked inside the top 55 prospects.
