The NBA Draft is Thursday in the Barclays Center where teams will pass on future Hall of Famers like Stephen Curry, who went 7th and just won his 4th ring and Giannis Antetokounmpo, who went 15th to the Bucks. With a class with no pre-set heroes like Lebron James and Magic Johnson who both went 1st overall, who will standout in this years draft and for years to come.
Rashad and Keven have their top 10 picks (with no trades involved) selected, see how they have this year’s draft shaping out.
Week 3 is in the books, a lot of movement and finding out which teams are real and which team is not. The rankings has been consistent with teams at the top, as well as team at the bottom. Don’t let another moment go until you see the Prophet Rankings after week 3.
32. New York Jets (0-3)
Last Week Ranking: 32
(AP Photo/Gail Burton)
This could be the worse team in the NFL and I don’t think it’s close. Adam Gase is one more blowout away from being fired, but what would that really mean? The race for 0-16 is on.
Highest Ranking: 32
Lowest Ranking: 32
31. New York Giants (0-3)
Last Week Ranking: 31
Another team from New York and another way to open the season up with disaster. Rookie HC Joe Judge has a lot of improvements for this young team. However it is hard to judge them when they faced defenses like Steelers, Bears and the 49ers.
Washington biggest problem is the QB position. Dwayne Haskins hasn’t showed any real signs through 3 games that points to him being a franchise QB. The DL is dangerous and Terry is Scary but that’s all they have going for them
Highest Ranking: 28
Lowest Ranking: 30
29. Jacksonville Jaguars (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 21
Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
They are who we thought they were! After impressive win over the Colts and impressive lost vs the Titans, the Jags showed the world on National TV where they really stand. Can they bounce back?
Highest Ranking: 23
Lowest Ranking: 30
28. Cincinnati Bengals (0-2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 28
Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
A Tie? Joe Burrow was a couple of plays away from making the 2019 NFC East Champs 0-3. They are showing signs of what could be an incredible offense in the near future. Stay Tuned
Highest Ranking: 24
Lowest Ranking: 30
27. Denver Broncos (0-3)
Last Week Ranking: 20
(AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
The injuries has piled up for the Broncos which make their ranking low. A team with promise seems to be stressing. Will they get their first win in Week 4?
Highest Ranking: 23
Lowest Ranking: 29
26. Carolina Panthers (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 30
Got their first win without their star player in Christian McCaffrey. This team will be a pain in the butt all year but there is a lot to look toward for Matt Rhule and company.
Highest Ranking: 21
Lowest Ranking: 29
25. Philadelphia Eagles (0-2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 26
Someone tell me where the real Carson Wentz is. He hasn’t showed any signs of a good QB – I question can he even read the defense. Nonetheless, the Eagles are still hurt (as always) and it doesn’t appear to be getting any better.
Highest Ranking: 21
Lowest Ranking: 27
24. Atlanta Falcons (0-3)
Last Week Ranking: 22
The Comeback Kids got their name when they played the Falcons. Another late fashion lost, this team could be one of the best but they stand in their own way. The clock is ticking for Dan Quinn
Highest Ranking: 24
Lowest Ranking: 26
23. Miami Dolphins (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 29
Dolphins went wild vs the Jags on TNF. Brian Flores has the team playing pretty well sticking with the Pats and Bills to start the season. How will they fair with another Mobile QB in Week 4, let’s find out.
Highest Ranking: 22
Lowest Ranking: 28
22. Los Angeles Chargers (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 17
This team will be up and down all season. A team that has changed QBs plus with multiple injuries it is hard to get a real grasp if the lighting bolts are real.
Highest Ranking: 19
Lowest Ranking: 29
21. Minnesota Vikings (0-3)
Last Week Ranking: 25
Vikings made NFL History with a rusher over 175 yards and another player with over 175 yards receiving and still lost to the Titans on Sunday. They have looked better since Week 1 but still haven’t received their 1st win. Could be in store in Week 4.
Highest Ranking: 27
Lowest Ranking: 19
20. Houston Texans (0-3)
Last Week Ranking: 23
Watson is doing all he can but that isn’t enough right now. The schedule was not kind to the Texans, a very brutal start to the season.
Highest Ranking: 17
Lowest Ranking: 25
19. Las Vegas Raiders (2-1)
Last Week: 15
Raiders have to prove they can play from behind. Aside from the beautiful stadium there is still some ugly to their game.
Highest Ranking: 18
Lowest Ranking: 22
18. Detroit Lions (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 27
Impressive win over the Arizona Cards, this team was one catch away from being 2-1 and being in control of the destiny. Stafford is Top 10 in passing without Kenny Golladay, put some respect on his name.
Highest Ranking: 18
Lowest Rankin: 20
17. Cleveland Browns (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 18
Run the ball! That’s the success for this team — They’ll move up in they continue the 2 headed monster in Chubb & Hunt.
Highest Ranking: 17
Lowest Ranking: 18
16. San Francisco 49ers (2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 13
The injuries are mounting up yet they still win. Kyle Shanahan is doing all he can, hopefully the injury bug moves away.
Highest Ranking: 11
Lowest Ranking: 16
15. Arizona Cardinals (2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 12
Kyler Murray…. how could you lose to Detroit? It’s okay, things happen, we still believe in you.
Highest Ranking: 11
Lowest Ranking: 16
14. Chicago Bears (3-0)
Last Week Ranking: 14
The change at Quarterback helped them stay undefeated. Bears are who we thought they were.
Highest Ranking: 11
Lowest Ranking: 16
13. New Orleans Saints (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 9
Don’t know where to peg the Saints. Brees Average Depth of Throw is extremely low. He’s missing Mike Thomas but the defense isn’t that great so far. They’ll clean it up.
Highest Ranking: 11
Lowest Ranking: 14
12. Indy Colts (2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 16
(AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Still can’t believe Colts lost to the Jags but they dominated the Jets. Real challenge in Week 4, will they live up to the hype.
Highest Ranking: 9
Lowest Ranking: 15
11. Dallas Cowboys (1-2)
Last Week Ranking: 13
The offense is the calling card for the team and right now they’re 1 for 3. Dak lead the league in passing, that’s it for now.
Highest Ranking: 8
Lowest Ranking: 16
10. Tennessee Titans (3-0)
Last Week Ranking: 10
They probably won Week 3 because they had the Coronavirus, either way they pulled out 3 wins by kicking game winning FGs. Can they dominate for 60 mins.
Highest Ranking: 8
Lowest Ranking: 15
9. New England Patriots (2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 11
Big follow up to Week 2 performance putting up a lot of points. The big task is if they can do that in Week 4.
Highest Ranking: 7
Lowest Ranking: 10
8. Los Angeles Rams (2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 7
Rams was a DPI call from being 3-0 and higher on this list but here they are looking so much better than initially thought. Goff and the offense has gotten back on track and that’s all you can ask.
Highest Ranking: 8
Lowest Ranking: 10
7. Tampa Bay Bucs (2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 8
(AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
They may have the best defense in the NFC but they played the Panthers and the Broncos. The offense is getting better, can we trust Brady down the line??
Highest Ranking: 7
Lowest Ranking: 9
6. Pittsburgh Steelers (3-0)
Last Week Ranking: 6
The defense played amazing in the 2nd half and the offense is getting better each week. All faith in Steelers this year to continually be in the top 7 all year.
Highest Ranking: 2
Lowest Ranking: 6
5. Green Bay Packers (3-0)
Last Week Ranking: 4
A-Aron and A-Aron are doing everything in their power making them one of the best offenses in the league. Week 4 make way for some more fireworks.
Highest Ranking: 3
Lowest Ranking: 5
4. Buffalo Bills (3-0)
Last Week Ranking: 5
Josh Allen continues to prove the doubters wrong. After giving up a 28-3 lead he proved how clutch he can be. The success is on his shoulders and he can handle it.
Highest Ranking: 2
Lowest Ranking: 6
3. Seattle Seahawks (3-0)
Last Week Ranking: 3
Russ Cooked and it was good. Another Shootout performance by Seattle and it seems that Tyler Lockett may be the most underrated WR in the game.
Highest Ranking: 2
Lowest Ranking: 4
2. Baltimore Ravens (2-1)
Last Week Ranking: 2
Lackluster performance but the only time the Ravens trail is when they play the Chiefs. They’ll be fine and will bounce back huge in Week 4.
Highest Ranking: 2
Lowest Ranking: 4
1. Kansas City Chiefs (3-0)
Last Week Ranking: 1
Is it Chiefs vs Everybody? Indeed it is. Mahomes and company looked great in Week 3 on both sides of the ball. They’ll look to keep that up vs another mobile QB in Cam Newton.
Week 1 was full of exciting moments and surprising upsets. Which teams took a dive after one week of play and which team jumped. Only 1 game played so far, so no need to panic, but does your team has cause for concerns ? See the new Week 2 Power Ranking.
32. New York Jets (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 31
(AP Photo/Gail Burton)
The New York Jets offense did not impress as predicted. Adam Gase gets another crack to show what this team can do. However, he’ll be without starting running back Le’Veon Bell and the ageless Frank Gore will start.
Highest Ranking: 32
Lowest Ranking: 32
31. New York Giants (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 28
ESPN.com
Not a horrible start, but can this offensive line provide any room for Saquon Barkley to operate. This defense also has a lot of growing up to do.
Highest Ranking: 26
Lowest Ranking: 31
30. Cincinnati Bengals (0-2)
Last Week Ranking: 30
Bleacher Report
Bayou Bengal’s first game and it was almost a win, if not for AJ Green’s OPI call. Still needs improvement but it is good signs in the right direction for Joe Burrow and company.
Highest Ranking: 28
Lowest Ranking: 30
29. Carolina Panthers (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 29
Charlotte Observer
Gave up a lot of points, but that was expected with a new young defense. The offense put on a show – will they be able to do it again?
Highest Ranking: 26
Lowest Ranking: 31
28. Jacksonville Jaguars (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 32
Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Beating the Colts was definitely a shocker. Minshew played great, trying to hold off all of the Trevor Lawrence talk. Jaguars up this week.
Highest Ranking: 25
Lowest Ranking: 31
27. Miami Dolphins (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 25
Bleacher Report
#TankForTua to #PlayTuaNow will be the new hashtag for Week 2 after a bad game from Fitzpatrick. Small decline after high hopes for this squad.
Highest Ranking: 22
Lowest Ranking: 27
26. Las Vegas Raiders (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 26
Sports Illustrated
Las Vegas Raiders, led by Josh Jacobs, looked great on offense. A win over Carolina didn’t mean much but can they repeat said performance in week 2 over the Saints?
Highest Ranking: 21
Lowest Ranking: 28
25. Detroit Lions (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 24
Athlon Sports
Another “Lions will be Lions” type of game as they blew another late lead vs. the Bears. Swift, in his rookie debut scored his first Touchdown and also dropped the Game Winning Touchdown, talk about your up and down, but that’s the Lion way.
Highest Ranking: 20
Lowest Ranking: 30
24. Atlanta Falcons (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 21
ESPN.com
The offense did what the offense do but once again Dan Quinn doesn’t have the defense to stop anyone.
Highest Ranking: 17
Lowest Ranking: 29
23. Cleveland Browns (1-1)
Last Week Ranking: 14
Cleveland.com
Browns were blown this past Sunday vs a Super Bowl caliber team. Now they face one of the bottom teams. Are we sure they’re not a bottom team too?
Highest Ranking: 21
Lowest Ranking: 27
22. Los Angeles Chargers (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 15
Draftkings Nation
Down in the ranking after a win. They were a good kick away from facing overtime vs the Bengals. The offense did not look good — How long until the fans rant “We Want Herbert”.
That front 4 can be, will be and should be the best in the league. This defense can carry this team as far as it can go. Still some questions and reserve on starting QB Dwayne Haskins.
Highest Ranking: 17
Lowest Ranking: 25
20. Indianapolis Colts (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 12
(AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Going down in the rankings should not be a surprise after losing to the Jags. What do you have left Rivers? The rankers are all over the place on this one.
Highest Ranking: 10
Lowest Ranking: 26
19. Houston Texans (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 18
Click2Houston
Defense is swiss cheese, however Will Fuller looked good in DHop absences. The offense should take another step in Week 2.
Highest Ranking: 13
Lowest Ranking: 24
18. Chicago Bears (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 20
Bleacher Report
Mitch with a comeback behind win vs the Lions. Keeping his job for another week.
Highest Ranking: 15
Lowest Ranking: 20
17. Denver Broncos (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 16
(AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Almost a win without Von Miller, Denver will still be a surprise team this season.
Highest Ranking: 16
Lowest Ranking: 21
16. Philadelphia Eagles (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 13
Eagles Wire
Very thankful that Wentz is still upright after a brutal beating from the team in Washington. Hopefully they will get players back to help the North Dakota State alum.
Highest Ranking: 14
Lowest Ranking: 18
15. Minnesota Vikings (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 9
Daily Norseman
Coming in to the season, the defense had all eyes on them, and so did Aaron Rodgers. Will Zimmer get his defense back on track in Week 2.
Highest Ranking: 13
Lowest Ranking: 19
14. Los Angeles Rams (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 23
LA Times
Aaron Donald is the best non-QB player in football. That is all you need to know.
Highest Ranking: 8
Lowest Ranking: 17
13. Arizona Cardinals (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 19
PFF.com
Great upset to beat the NFC champion from last season. Kyler looked great to get a comeback win in the 4th.
Highest Ranking: 10
Lowest Ranking: 18
12. New England Patriots (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 22
(AP Photo/Steven Senne, Pool)
Cam Newton broke one record for the Pats already, how many can he get the rest of the year?
Highest Ranking: 11
Lowest Ranking: 15
11. Tennessee Titans (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 17
AL.com
Thank God the kicker made 1 FG and it was to win the game. Derrick Henry pounded the rock per usual.
Highest Ranking: 10
Lowest Ranking: 16
10. Tampa Bay Bucs (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 8
Newsday
First Game with Brady under center, there’s room for improvement for Arians with this offense.
Highest Ranking: 14
Lowest Ranking: 10
9. Dallas Cowboys (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 6
BloggingTheBoys
Mike McCarthy is to blame for the week 1 loss. Deciding to go for it instead of tying the game is mind blowing. We all thought coaching wouldn’t cost the Cowboys anymore.
Highest Ranking: 6
Lowest Ranking: 12
8 San Fransisco 49ers (0-1)
Last Week Ranking: 3
NBC Sports
Super Bowl Hangover? The team banged up? Oh BOY!
Highest Ranking: 5
Lowest Ranking: 9
7. Green Bay Packers (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 10
Forbes
Rodgers is still a badddddddddd man. If he continues this play, look out NFL.
Highest Ranking: 5
Lowest Ranking: 8
6.Buffalo Bills (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 7
Democrat and Chronicle
Josh Allen impressed this past Sunday, he was a long shot for MVP, PLACE YOUR BETS!
Highest Ranking: 3
Lowest Ranking: 11
5. Seattle Seahawks (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 11
Northwest.com
Did Seattle just let Russ Cook? You love to see it
Highest Ranking: 4
Lowest Ranking: 12
4 Pittsburgh Steelers (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 5
Bleacher Report
Big Ben is back and that defense is straight up filthy. How do you score on them?
Highest Ranking: 4
Lowest Ranking: 6
3 New Orleans Saints (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 4
Daily Advertiser
Didn’t even play a great game but the Saints fall into the Super Bowl or bust category. Even without Michael Thomas having 10+ catches the offense clicked, the defense clicked.
Highest Ranking: 2
Lowest Ranking: 5
2. Baltimore Ravens (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 2
New York Times
The Ravens aren’t going anywhere and will probably destroy anyone in their way. Lamar providing his back to back MVP case already.
Highest Ranking: 2
Lowest Ranking: 3
1. Kansas City Chiefs (1-0)
Last Week Ranking: 1
Bleacher Report
As expected, you must score at least 30 to even have a shot. Team is too talented and Clyde Edwards-Helaire was amazing to watch.
Highest Ranking: 1
Lowest Ranking: 1
The Prophet NFL Rankers: Keven Myrick, Rashad Harris, Austin Hunt, Kevin Callair
The Draft Lottery was surprising, for one it was done virtually and secondly, we seen two teams rise up — the Charlotte Hornets (picking 3rd) and the Chicago Bulls (picking 4th) and of course watching the Knick fans be disappointed yet again (falling from 6th to 8th). It’s weird that the first mock draft is in August but Covid-19 had other plans. See where these young tantalizing prospects are headed in the Prophet Mock Draft ⬇️
1. Minnesota Timberwolves
NBA.com
SG – Anthony Edwards, UGA
Edwards is the perfect fit for the T’wolves. With KAT and DLo, a tough-nosed player would help them toward making the playoffs. At 6’5 225 he already has a man body at such a young age. This trio could grow together and make some noise in a tough Western Conference.
2. Golden State Warriors
New York Times
C – James Wiseman, Memphis
Wiseman had to be dismissed from school but that won’t dismiss him from being a top pick. Warriors have duct tape the Center position with the likes of Mcgee and Chriss, imagine if they can get an elite Paint Patroller. He’ll get easy baskets in this system as he continues to work on his game.
3. Charlotte Hornets
USAToday.com
PG – Lamelo Ball, Australia
The Last Ball brother is here, LaMelo. We watched him grow up before our eyes and I believe he’s ready to take the league by storm. At 6’8 he can score from anywhere. The move to Australia was the best thing for him and it allowed him to mature. We seen the OKC Thunder pull off a 3 Guard set and be successful. Ball-Graham-Rozier could give teams hell.
4. Chicago Bulls
The Jerusalem Post
SF – Deni Avdija, Israel
THE player in the draft — Yes Deni is my #1 player on the board. I believe the top 3 teams could regret passing on the Israel Star just like teams did with Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Deni is an all around talented wing with great size, elite versatility and he can play from shooting guard to power forward. The Bulls luck up here to put him along side scoring machine Zach Lavine and Finland Star Lauri Markkanen.
5. Cleveland Cavaliers
The Athletic
SG/SF – Devin Vassell, FSU
Too much in the front court to get a big like Toppin or Big O and they spent high draft capital on the backcourt the last few drafts (Sexton in 2018, Garland in 2019). A defensive wing is necessary— enters Vassell. A 2-way player that can help the Cavs in so many ways. At 6’7 he has the length to be your prototypical ‘3 and D’ and can relieve some pressure of the backcourt of the Cavs.
6. Atlanta Hawks
RealG
SF – Isaac Okoro, Auburn
I love Okoro’s game, he also preaches versatility and he fits the prototype of an NBA small forward. Being 6’6 220 lb. with great athletic ability, the sky is the limit. For the Hawks, they didn’t get the wing spot right last year. Okoro has the ability to be 2-Way and can even help a small ball role by sliding Hunter to the 4. Hawks need to hit and not waste Trae Young’s talent.
7. Detroit Pistons
Sir Charles in Charge
PG – Killian Hayes, France
Rebuild is key for Detroit. Killian Hayes could be the best PG in the class while being able to play either guard position. Has great IQ and I believe he has the tools to run a NBA high powered offense. Derrick Rose is the starting PG but not only can Killian learn from him but they can play together seamlessly.
8. New York Knicks
Soaring Down South
PG – Tyrese Haliburton, Iowa State
Narrow frame but he’s fierce. The Knicks will continue to draft a Point Guard until they get it right. Tyrese is a 6’5 long-armed PG with a great assists to turnover ratio. I know they have plenty of guards but the jig is up for Dennis Smith Jr. and Frank Ntilikina.
9. Washington Wizards
Factory of Sadness
PF/C Obi Toppin Dayton
The National Player of they Year has found himself in a good situation. Bradley Beal and John Wall throwing you alley-oops? The Wizards would allow Obi to play his natural position at the 4. Yea he can be a tweener but in a positionless NBA, it won’t matter. Can Obi be a 20-10 guy like John Collins? The Eye test says yes.
10. Phoenix Suns
Wreck’Em Red
G – Jahmi’us Ramsey, Texas Tech
All I know is defense when I see Ramsey. I wonder if he’s related to Jalen Ramsey because he’s bringing the clamps just like his big cousin. The Texas Tech Freshman is a combo guard that can play either position and has the length to play small ball 3. Any chance I can help Devin Booker I will. Yea he can play defense, but the offense is just as impressive, he shot 43% from 3pt last season, he’ll look to improve.
11. San Antiono Spurs
Los Angeles Times
C – Onyeka ‘Big O’ Okongwu, USC
Big O, the 2nd Chino Hill Star in the Draft. The Spurs have a lot of guards right now and Jakob Poeltl may be something but Onyeka can be a elite rim protector right now. He’s slightly undersize but plays big like John Collins and Montrez Harrell. These young guards like Murray and White would love to have him as the defensive anchor and the Spurs organization should feel the same.
12. Sacramento Kings
Nova Athletics
F – Saddiq Bey, Villanova
Not going to lie, Saddiq Bey is my favorite player in this class. He can do it all, a Jack of all trades, the only thing is, he doesn’t do anything at an elite level, but that’s alright. For the Kings, getting a front court scorer who can play both positions will help out Bagley, Fox, Buddy and Boggie. His high energy can maybe upstart and propel Kings to the next level.
13. New Orleans Pelicans
Tennessean.com
SG/SF Aaron Nesmith Vanderbilt
Pelicans will lose wing players in free agency. They can make it easy on themselves if they surround the star players with shooters. Nesmith was one of the best in the country. I mean 52% from 3pt is unheard of. Maybe we can’t expect that but shooters like Nesmith will always be valued and always find a home.
14. Boston Celtics
Duke Athletics
C – Vernon Carey, Duke
REBOUNDING AND SIZE!!! Come on Boston it’s finally time, that’s been the weakness for years. For Carey, he’s just the opposite of weak. With his strength for both ends of the floor, he can also put the ball in the basket. 6’10 270 says it all. Come on Boston, beef up the front line for once.
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