The build-up to the NFL draft is an obstacle course for prospects. It begins with the scouting combine, then goes on to pro days and private workouts, and hopefully ends with an early chance to bear-hug Commissioner Roger Goodell.
Over three months, the best first-round hopefuls are asked to check off boxes. Are they fast enough? Agile enough? Can they jump high enough? Block well enough? Catch consistently enough?
Only a select few put a checkmark on every box. The rest can still be first-round picks while compensating for their weaknesses with appealing strengths.
Which brings us to wide receiver Courtland Sutton and his draft journey, which could end with a late first-round selection.