The AltDraft Blog

Alternate history stories backed by real data, plus deep dives into the formula behind our contextual re-drafts.

What Could Have BeenFebruary 16, 2026

What Could Have Been: Patrick Mahomes in Chicago

The Bears traded up to #2 for Mitch Trubisky. Ten picks later, Kansas City got the future GOAT. But what if Chicago had taken Mahomes instead?

MethodologyFebruary 14, 2026

Why We Weight Offensive Line at 20%

It's the single biggest factor in our formula. Here's why the guys in the trenches matter more than you think — backed by the careers they made and broke.

What Could Have BeenFebruary 12, 2026

What Could Have Been: If Portland Drafted Kevin Durant

The Blazers took Greg Oden #1. Kevin Durant went #2 to Seattle. What if Portland had zigged instead of zagged in 2007?