Draft Analytics

The draft is a gamble. Analytics reduce the risk.

Teams build models that project prospects. They use college stats, measurables, and athletic testing.

Production matters. Players who produce in college tend to produce in the pros.

Athleticism matters. Elite athletes project better, especially in football and basketball.

Age matters. Younger prospects have more room to grow.

Position matters. Quarterbacks and centers are valued higher than other positions.

Draft models are not perfect. Busts happen. Stars emerge late.

But data improves the odds. The best drafting teams use models and scouts together.