The Only 2021 SuperFlex Rookie Mock Draft You Will Need

Yes, you read that title right, this is the only 2021 SuperFlex Rookie Mock Draft you will need…until the next one. It’s February, and chances are, if you’re reading this in February, then you probably; play in too many leagues, obsess over your teams, have probably already made 2-to-3 trades, and might even be in the middle of a startup draft. Yeah, we are a special breed, but what else are we gonna do in February? Watch the Super Bowl? Please, this is dynasty season…

Check out our recent 1QB Mock here.

Meet Our Drafters

1.01 QB Trevor Lawrence Clemson

This pick doesn’t need much explanation. If you have been watching college football the last few years then you know who Trevor Lawrence is. He’s the real deal and as close to a sure thing at the QB position since Andrew Luck, he may even be better. 

1.02 QB Justin Fields Ohio State

QB’s who can extend plays with their legs are becoming the norm in the NFL. Fields is a dual-threat QB who can hurt a defense with his speed or his vertical passing. Fields’ rushing ability might make him a better fantasy QB than Lawrence.

1.03 RB Najee Harris Alabama

Like it should be, the top-2 picks in this draft were the best QB’s coming into the league. I see a drop off between Fields and Wilson, which leaves me to take the first skill player with the third selection. I lean on the Najee Harris side in the Harris/Etienne debate, as I see Harris as a more versatile and NFL ready prospect.

1.04 RB Travis Etienne Clemson

This wasn’t a very hard decision at this pick. No matter if it’s Superflex or not Etienne should be a top pick in rookie drafts. Outside of Trevor Lawerence and Najee Harris, I don’t think there is a player in this class that has more upside than Etienne.

He has shown that he can be a weapon in the passing game and has the potential to far exceed what he showed in college. He is an explosive runner and has incredible contact balance. He needs to work on pass protection, which is common for young running backs but if he can improve in that area his potential is through the roof. 

1.05 QB Zach Wilson BYU

Wilson is a very intriguing prospect. His success will be dependant on what team he is drafted by, more than any of the other top QBs in this class. At 6’3″ he is a very athletic athlete who also can throw the ball. He had 33 touchdowns and only 3 interceptions. He also had a completion percentage of 73%. No, he will not be able to keep that up, but that shows that he can be an accurate QB. My one concern is is his injury but hopefully, he is over that part of his career.

1.06 WR Ja’Marr Chase LSU

Getting Ja’Marr Chase at the 1.06 is a no brainer choice, I thought he’d go at the 1.05 but Mike opted for a QB instead. Chase is my WR1 in this class and with my top two RBs and my top three QBs already off the board, it made my choice very easy. Chase opted out of the 2020 college season, and despite not playing a down this season, he still likely to be the first receiver off the board on draft day. He is a complete receiver with very few weaknesses in his game. He will be a team’s Alpha the moment he gets drafted, and those types of players don’t come around often. 

1.07 TE Kyle Pitts Florida

Every year it seems people are rattled when they don’t get Kelce or Waller, and then they’re treated to inconsistent and often awful tight end production. With that in mind, this pick is a no-brainer for me. Pitts is a freak athlete who will be a matchup nightmare for opposing teams. This pick will solidify your team at the most barren position in the sport. 

1.08 WR Devonta Smith Alabama

In a Superflex league, it makes sense that Devonta Smith would drop to 1.08 because there are concerns about his size and the ability to take punishment at the next level. Smith is an absolute nightmare for opposing defensive backs.

Excellent route runner, great hands, and has a knack for the endzone. Probably the most NFL ready receivers leaving Alabama since Julio Jones. For me, the comparisons I see in him are Torry Holt and Antonio Brown.

Size was one of the biggest knocks on Brown, but we saw how dominant he was in Pittsburgh. I expect similar things from Smith if he ends up in the right situation. 

1.09 Jaylen Waddle Alabama

Jalen Waddle might be the steal of the draft. An ankle injury that required surgery in October will undoubtedly depress his draft position in April but he brings the game-breaking skill set that is central to the modern NFL offense.

Touting 4.37 speed and elite lateral quickness; Waddle is a threat to score anytime he gets the ball in his hands and has shown to be effective down the field, from the slot, and as a ball-carrier. He’ll need to continue to hone his technique to compete with NFL corners but if he can, he grades out somewhere between Brandon Aiyuk and Tyreek Hill. 

1.10 RB Javonte Williams UNC

With the Superflex format, I’m normally inclined to go QB, but with my RB2 sitting here with the 10th pick, I have to go Javonte Williams here.

1.11 QB Trey Lance North Dakota State

This is Superflex, and I really like grabbing a QB in the 1st two rounds. Lance is a superb pick here. His strong arm and deep- ball precision makes him pro-level material for years to come. He reminds me of Josh Allen, and if Lance can pan out like Allen…then I got a steal late 1st round. 

1.12 WR Rondale Moore Purdue

Moore burst onto the college football landscape as a true freshman in 2018 with 114 receptions, 1,258 yards, and 12 TDs. He has battled injuries in his 2019 and 2020 campaigns which led to a downturn in his production. He is still an incredible athlete with top of the class quickness and elite ability after the catch. He will be a force out of the slot in the NFL. 

2.01 WR Rashod Bateman Minnesota

Bateman is 6’2″ with great hands, excellent route-running ability, and the ability to rack up tons of YAC at the next level. He has first-round potential and is one of the safest picks in rookie drafts. 

2.02 RB Trey Sermon Ohio State

Sermon likely won’t be drafted high enough to justify a pick in this spot but Antonio Gibson only had 33 carries and we saw Washington fall in love and create a role on offense for the rookie. Sermon is a very good one-cut runner who reads blockers and defender angles well. If Sermon lands in San Francisco he could be a great fantasy asset.

2.03 WR Terrace Marshall Jr. LSU

Marshall was the lead dog for LSU’s receiving core in 2020 before opting out the remainder of the season. Marshall found plenty of success in his last two seasons with the Tigers and that should translate well to the NFL 

2.04 RB Kenneth Gainwell Memphis

I was honestly pretty surprised Gainwell fell to this spot. He had great production in college and was the primary reason why Antonio Gibson saw so few carries at Memphis. He is my RB4 in this class but just barely misses out on the RB3 spot. If he lands somewhere where he can get opportunities early he could be an absolute steal if he were to go this low in rookie drafts.

2.05 WR Amon-Ra St.Brown USC

At 6’1 195 lbs Brown is a perfect size for a versatile wide receiver. At USC he played a lot in the site and I think that will continue wherever he ends up in the NFL. He is a perfect fit for a team that likes to spread the field and throw the ball. Good for him that’s a majority of the league in these times. He is a guy that can go downfield when need be.

2.06 RB Javian Hawkins Louiseville

To be honest, I may have reached a little for Hawkins here at the 2.06. Josh took the player I should have taken one pick later in QB Kyle Trask, but in a two-round mock, I wanted to make sure Hawkins was drafted because I think he is being overlooked thus far in the process. Hawkins will not be a bell-cow in the NFL, but in the right situation, he will make an excellent complimentary piece to an offense with an established first and second-down back. Hawkins can be a poor man’s James White and be that nice PPR guy when you’re in a pinch. 

2.07 QB Kyle Trask Florida

His name gets overshadowed by the Lawrences and Lances of the draft, but it’s tough to ignore what Trask did in 2020. The Heisman finalist threw for over 4,000 yards and 43 majors to only eight interceptions. Even if he has to wait a year to get his shot, Trask could be the QB of the future for many teams. 

2.08 RB Chubba Hubbard Oklahoma State

I believe Chuba Hubbard will be given plenty of opportunities this season regardless of the team he gets drafted for. But this pick may be more of a speculative one. Hubbard had a forgettable 2020 season after a Heisman-contending year in 2019, but I don’t believe that paints an accurate picture of who he could be. He is a very explosive player that will need time to adjust to the speed at the next level. Hopefully, Hubbard can develop his ability in the passing game with the right coaching staff. 

2.09 WR Kadarius Toney  Flordia

Kadarius Toney is one of the premier athletes at the Wide Receiver position in this year’s draft class. This 6’0” Florida product is coming off a stellar senior season where he put up almost 1,150 all-purpose yards and 11 touchdowns.

His short-area quickness and strength after the catch make him very appealing to NFL play-callers; although he’ll have to work on his hands in order to pay off the late-1st round price tag that he currently carries

2.10 WR Dyami Brown UNC

Dyami Brown is one of the more dynamic receiving prospects in this draft. Brown is just now scratching the surface on his sky-high potential. Dyami Brown will be one of the rare prospects that is a better pro than he was a collegiate.

2.11 WR Elijah Moore Ole Miss

I might have chosen Moore because I’m a proud Ole Miss grad, but this kid is fast, has sticky hands (rarely dropping passes), and his ability to collect multiple yards after the catch make him an undervalued WR. I’m ecstatic to have nabbed him as I believe he will thrive as a slot receiver in the NFL. Moore has the potential to be used first year and shine. His Junior year stats of 1,193 yards in eight games is impressive, and he’s ready to prove everyone wrong! 

2.12 RB Jermar Jefferson Oregon State

The Oregon State product has great size at 5’10” 217 lbs. He boasts an 80th-percentile college dominator rating according to PlayerProfiler. He profiles as a change of pace back at the next level with the ability to develop into an every-down back. He is very good after the catch as well. I’m ecstatic to draft him at the end of the second round. 

ATTN Dynasty Commissioners: Do you want to do something cool for your league? How about a 1-hour live show dedicated to YOUR league? Team-by-team breakdowns, rankings, and more. For details and to book a show, visit: GoingFor2.com/plp.

The GoingFor2 Live Podcast