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2021 NFL Draft: Breaking Down First Round Picks' Fantasy Potential

The first round of the 2021 NFL Draft wrapped up on Thursday night, and it came with its share of surprises. The San Francisco 49ers didn't take Mac Jones, bitter division rivals the Dallas Cowboys, and Philadelphia Eagles made a trade (to block another rival, the New York Giants), and the Bears made a big move to try and remove the bad taste of the 2017 NFL Draft. In all, a total of 13 offensive skill position players were selected, including five quarterbacks, two running backs, five wide receivers, and a tight end.

With at least part of the 2021 roster puzzle no longer a mystery, let's take a look at the fantasy impact of a first-round that saw some good, some bad, and some ugly picks.