I have always believed that passionate fans have a deeper understanding of their teams and players than agenda-driven sports reporters. Fans are not concerned if a player was rude to a reporter in the locker room; instead, they focus on the player’s performance and character without being swayed by personal grudges.

These dedicated fans work forty hours a week and reserve their weekends in the fall to watch their teams compete. Many attend a few games each season and often create a special viewing area in their homes to cheer for their teams.

To gather honest opinions on the players from their schools who will be eligible for the NFL Draft, I decided to reach out to my passionate friends who support various teams.

First up is lifelong Penn State fan and former season ticket holder Scott, who discusses the first players expected to be drafted on day one of the NFL Draft.

1. Abdul Carter DE/EDGE 6-3 259

Unanimous All-American 2024

Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year 2024

2 X first-team All-Big Ten 2023, 2024

Second-team All-Big Ten 2022

Strength: Speed to rush the passer.  He switched to DE from being a linebacker.  Physical and aggressive.

Weakness: He still needs more time as an edge rusher.  Can over pursue at times.

What was the best game or performance you remember him having during his career at Penn State? He had an outstanding playoff run. The play I remember most is when he broke through the Notre Dame line and sacked Riley Leonard using just one arm.

Is he destined for success in the NFL, CFL, or WFL?:  First-round NFL draft pick

Would you want him on your team? Absolutely yes!

Likely landing spot:  New York Jets