The NFL Draft season is always full of surprises, but this year? It’s straight-up unpredictable. While big names like Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter are seeing their stocks take a hit, there’s one guy whose draft status is as solid as a rock—Cam Ward. The Miami Hurricanes gunslinger is literally locked in as QB1, and it’s not just his game that’s turning heads. His unusual practice routine just added another wild twist to his draft story.
On March 7th, Cam Ward pulled up to CBS Sports HQ and dropped a gem that had everyone talking. When asked about his “bad footballs” practice method, Ward laid it out. “Conditions that you don’t think you’ll be in,” he explained. “When I was younger, my dad, he would put paper bags over the football to simulate it was raining. I didn’t have much grip on the ba-l. You never know with the game, the weather is unpredictable.” Now that’s next-level thinking. Instead of waiting for a storm to mess up his game, he’s been preparing for it his whole life. That type of foresight? NFL teams eat that up. And just like that, Ward’s stock—already steady—might have just gotten an extra boost.
Cam Ward ain’t just another college QB putting up empty stats—he’s the real deal. He led the nation with 39 touchdown passes, threw for 4,313 yards (second-best in the country), and had 74 passes of 20+ yards, tied for the most in college football. He also took Miami to a 10-3 record, proving he can lead a team to wins. Numbers don’t lie, and Ward’s numbers scream “NFL-ready.”
Meanwhile, the word on the street and mocks: Giants are moving like they’ve got something big in the works. They currently hold the No. 3 pick, but oddsmakers are hinting at a possible trade-up to No. 1. DraftKings Sportsbook has the Giants neck-and-neck with the Titans (-105) as the team most likely to make the first overall pick. And if they pull the trigger, it’s not hard to see who they’d go after.
Cam Ward is already a -250 favorite to go No. 1 and a staggering -1000 to be the first QB taken off the board. That’s some serious confidence from the betting world. If the Giants make their move, it would confirm what many already suspect—Ward is the guy they want leading their franchise into the future. However, the chance of that happening…
Cam Ward to the Giants with the first overall pick?
Now, let’s talk about Tennessee. The Titans landed the No. 1 pick, but there’s been plenty of talk about them trading down. Their GM, Mike Borgonzi, hinted at it last month, saying, “You certainly don’t want to pass up on one of those players,” referring to the generational talents in this draft. “In an opportunity to trade back, it depends how far you can go back to get that player. There is a strategy to it.” Translation? They’re open for business. If the Giants are willing to give up enough assets, the Titans might just slide down to No. 3 and let New York have their shot at Ward.
The Giants’ QB situation has been a mess for a minute. Last year, they tried to trade up for Jayden Daniels, but Washington beat them to it. Then, they tried going after Matthew Stafford, but the Rams held onto him. Now, they’re left with a tough choice—bring in a veteran like Aaron Rodgers or Russell Wilson, or go all-in on a rookie like Ward. Interestingly, the betting odds suggest they might do both. The Giants are also the favorites to land Rodgers, which could set up a scenario where Ward learns under the future Hall of Famer for a season before taking over the reins. It’s a strategy that’s worked in the past—just ask Patrick Mahomes, who sat behind Alex Smith before taking over the league.
So, what’s the play? If the Giants pull off a trade, they’ll likely send the No. 3 pick and a second-rounder (No. 34 overall) to the Titans for the No. 1 pick and a fifth-rounder. That’s a hefty price, but for a franchise quarterback? Worth every penny. Titans fans might not love missing out on Ward, but if they can secure a defensive stud and add more draft capital, it’s a win-win for them too.
At the end of the day, Ward’s unusual practice method might be the least surprising thing about his NFL journey. The bigger twist? Giants making their move to lock him in as their next QB1. The draft drama is heating up, and if the Giants make their play, Ward might just be the one standing tall as the No. 1 pick come April.
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