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2016 NFL Draft: Sifting Through Last-Minute Rumors

By Shawn Spencer

Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 30, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view of the stage before the 2015 NFL Draft at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 30, 2015; Birmingham, AL, USA; Memphis Tigers quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) drops back to pass against Auburn Tigers in the 2015 Birmingham Bowl at Legion Field. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 30, 2015; Birmingham, AL, USA; Memphis Tigers quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) drops back to pass against Auburn Tigers in the 2015 Birmingham Bowl at Legion Field. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports /

Rumor: Paxton Lynch is Draft’s Biggest Wildcard

Although Myles Jack has a high ceiling and low floor in terms of his eventual draft slot, Memphis QB Paxton Lynch has an even bigger range. He’s been linked to the San Francisco 49ers at number seven, and he’s also been rumored to potentially fall out of the first round all together. ESPN’s Adam Schefter didn’t exactly say Lynch would fall out of round one, but he did mention it’s hard to find a fit.

While Lynch is probably going to be selected a some point tonight (watch out for the Kansas City Chiefs), the destination will be one of the most intriguing storylines of round one. Don’t assume he’s the third QB off the board either. The Cleveland Browns are rumored to be high on Connor Cook of Michigan State and may take him tonight if they’re able to trade down from number eight.

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