In today’s Fact or Fiction — NFL Draft edition — I look at three big recent topics in college football and decide whether the statement is indeed FACT or if it’s FICTION.
1. Chiefs go WR at No. 32.
Farrell’s take: FACT
Rashee Rice is in trouble and the depth at the position isn’t good so look for a guy like AD Mitchell from Texas to be a target if he’s available. His teammate, Xavier Worthy, could be the pick as well as replacing the speed of Tyreek Hill is needed. Mecole Hardman is Worthy like but despite his Super Bowl winner he’s had call control issues.
2. The Cowboys go OT.
Farrell’s take: FACT
Cowboys fans may want a flashy pick like a WR but the need is at tackle and this is a deep draft where an elite one like JC Latham or Amarius Mims could land at No. 24. It’s not sexy but it’s needed.
3. Johnny Newton could be the top DT taken.
Farrell’s take: FACT
Byron Murphy II from Texas is the No. 1 DT on most lists but keep an eye on the Illinois gap shooter. He’s athletic and a lot of teams are downplaying him in hopes he slides to them. But don’t be shocked if a team like Jacksonville shocks some people and takes him over Murphy. It’s unlikely, but it COULD happen.
