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Darian Kinnard a First Round Pick in Early 2022 NFL Mock Drafts

Days after the conclusion of the 2021 NFL Draft, prognosticators are already looking ahead to see who could hear their name called in the 2022 Draft. It’s a long ways away, but it could be the start of a first round streak for Kentucky Wildcats.

Jamin Davis was selected with the 19th overall pick last weekend. Another UK underclassman could’ve been picked this year. Instead of jumping in and falling in the third or fourth round, Darian Kinnard returned for another season in Lexington to make life-changing money. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler believes that will be on the table next spring, projecting Kinnard as the No.