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Backtest: model vs. reality
The model graded Rashard Higgins at pick #86; he was actually picked #172 by CLE. 2 NFL seasons in, he's carved out a genuine role (grading 8.8 of 20 per season). So far, that's a point for our board.
Overview
Headline grade, verdict, and the one-line scout take
Draftanomics Rank
Low conviction#86WR·Colorado St.
We had him No. 86 on draft night; CLE didn't call his name until No. 172 — a 86-pick gap between our board and the league's. His career is settling that argument now.
Draftanomics's take
Draftanomics had Rashard Higgins at #86 on draft night — a Day 2 grade — and CLE took him at No. 172, 86 picks later than our grade. The model's case leans on his age curve. Bust risk projects at 14%, below the position median — the model has a tight grade. The room had him #123 pre-draft; our board was 37 spots higher.
Written from the live model's numbers — projected to round 3, and it updates whenever the model does. See methodology for what drives the take.
Scouting report
The written report — drafted from the fact sheet, every number traceable, honest about what we can't see yet
Why this grade
Which signals drove the grade up or down — in plain English
Consensus
The analyst room, accuracy-weighted, plus where Draftanomics disagrees with it
Production
Measurables, traits, and college play quality
Risk
Bust probability, injury history, character flags, pre-mortem
Team fit
How well this prospect fits each of the 32 team schemes
Will he be there?
Probability he's still on the board at each of your picks
Comps
Historical players this prospect resembles
Film & notes
Clips, scout notes, voice memos, written reports