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CBS Sports' seven-round mock draft only includes one Wisconsin player
TL;DR
CBS Sports' seven-round mock draft features only one Wisconsin player, Vinny Anthony II, selected by the New York Jets at No. 242 overall. This highlights the struggles of the Wisconsin football program in recent years.
Key points
- CBS Sports mock draft includes only one Wisconsin player
- Vinny Anthony II selected No. 242 overall by New York Jets
- Wisconsin football program has struggled in recent years
- Mock draft features nine selections by the Jets
- Ryan Wilson collaborated with colleagues on the mock draft
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In a seven-round mock draft compiled by CBS Sports, the Wisconsin Badgers have just one selection.
There's no doubt their football program has been down these past few years, but no Big Ten team wants to have only one player go pro.
Ryan Wilson worked on the mock draft with seven of his colleagues. Ultimately, Shanna McCarriston chose wide receiver Vinny Anthony II would be selected No. 242 overall by the New York Jets.
In a draft that features nine selections by the Jets, Anthony is the last off the board for Aaron Glenn's squad. Recently, ESPN's Jordan Reid also had former Wisconsin wideout Anthony being selected.
If there were a Badger to be drafted, Anthony is a good one to choose. The three-year Wisconsin receiver had a quiet 2023 season before breaking out these last two years.
Anthony's career highs came in 2024 when he hauled in 39 passes for 672 yards and four touchdowns. Overall, he's averaged at least 12.6 yards per reception each of the last two seasons and led the team in yards in 2024 while finishing second this past season.
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This article originally appeared on Badgers Wire: CBS Sports mock draft Wisconsin WR Vinny Anthony II New York Jets
Q&A
Why is only one Wisconsin player included in the CBS Sports mock draft?
The limited representation reflects the struggles of the Wisconsin football program in recent years.
Who is Vinny Anthony II and which team selected him in the mock draft?
Vinny Anthony II is a wide receiver selected by the New York Jets with the 242nd overall pick.
How many players did the New York Jets select in the mock draft?
The New York Jets had nine selections in the mock draft, with Vinny Anthony II being the last player chosen.
