Teams expect first-rounders to earn a spot in the starting lineup. Most players who hear their names called after Day 1 of the draft have to push a little harder for a top spot on the depth chart.
Second-, third- and even late-round picks can seize starting opportunities with a strong showing during training camp or the preseason. Coaches can spot talent right away. A player's skills should outweigh his draft pedigree.
Roster departures and in-house competition for position vacancies have left the door open for backups to win starting jobs in 2020.
We'll exclude first-rounders, players with more than eight starts last year and veterans with a clear path to a prominent role.