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Middlecoff compared the draft process to a high-stakes poker game, where teams like the Browns must navigate ownership demands while trying to build a cohesive squad. He emphasized that the drafting of quarterbacks at such early rounds often disrupts the practice dynamics, creating conflicts in quarterback evaluation and development. If the coaching staff does not support a player's acquisition, it can lead to minimal practice time and limited opportunities, hindering player growth.