I was excited for the start of the NFL Draft, since I wanted my beloved team to gain some promising prospects. Every year, teams vie to gain the best rookies that can help them win games. It’s always exciting to see who will be picked by each team and how it affects their future. This year, my team had the fourth overall pick, so I was hoping they would get someone special.
Since the whole process of the draft was going to be virtual due to the pandemic, everyone’s attention was focused on the simulated Draft featuring soon-to-be NFL icons. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was optimistic and ready to witness the spectacle.
The simulated Draft had its own set of unique challenges. For starters, the players had 1 minute and 15 seconds to make their selection. Additionally, their decisions had to be ironclad, since there was no undo button if they made a mistake. This made the whole process that much more exciting.
When my team had the fourth overall pick, I had a feeling we were going to make the right choice. Sure enough, we got the player we were hoping for, which made me ecstatic. It was a real effort to watch my team go from a dismal start to gain such promising prospects.
When the draft concluded, I was more than content with the results. We had some real stars on our team, that could help our beloved team make an impact in the near future. Plus, we got some great players in the later rounds, so we are excited for the upcoming season.
I wasn’t the only one that was impressed with the simulated draft. Many people around the world have witnessed how the virtual experience showcased each team’s brilliance in drafting the best players. Many commentators praised how the whole process had gone so seamlessly despite the hurdles of the pandemic.
But what impressed me the most was how these young rookies interacted with everyone. They showed true enthusiasm and excitement to be a part of the Draft and making an impact. I was so proud of them, as they were making history even with a virtual reality setting.
Speaking of virtual reality, the whole virtual draft process was truly immersive. From the analysis of the team’s selections to the in-depth coverage of each player, it felt as if Iwas a part of it. Plus, we could virtually be part of the teams celebrations and it felt as if I was right in the middle of it.
The simulated Draft was a real success. It showed how not even a pandemic can stop the NFL Draft. One team and its fanbase will always remember the 2021 Draft and how it had gone despite the circumstances. Even with a virtual setting, the Draft will always be remembered as a monumental success.