Marquise Brown has come a long way in a short time since he underwent foot surgery earlier this offseason, and the former Oklahoma star appears to be trending toward being the first wide receiver selected in Thursday night’s NFL Draft.
In a draft that is considered somewhat short on receiver talent, Peter Schrager of FOXSports.com reports that Brown seems to be the only player at the position who is unanimously considered a “lock” to go in the first round.
7. Only receiver I’m hearing consistently — across the board — getting first round “lock” buzz is Marquise “Hollywood” Brown.
— Peter Schrager (@PSchrags) April 25, 2019
Many analysts have predicted former Ole Miss standout DK Metcalf, who has arguably the most impressive physical makeup of any player in the draft, will be the first receiver off the board. However, Brown has seen his stock consistently rise as he shows no ill effects from the foot procedure.
There are obviously much bigger storylines to watch heading into Thursday night, but it will be interesting to see where Brown ends up and if he is the only receiver taken on Day 1.
