Matt Bowen May 8, 2026, 06:30 AM ET

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Matt Bowen is a fantasy football and NFL writer for ESPN. He joined ESPN in 2015, writes regularly for ESPN+ and spent multiple years on "NFL Matchup." After graduating from the University of Iowa, Matt played safety in the NFL for St. Louis, Green Bay, Washington and Buffalo over seven seasons.

Rookie minicamps are underway for 22 NFL teams, while five other teams have already completed initial workouts with their new 2026 draft picks. So, we're taking this opportunity to pick the best prospect-to-team fits, factoring in traits, schemes, playcalling tendencies and coaching staffs around the league.

Which top prospects landed in an ideal spot? How will some new playcallers utilize the versatility of their draftees?…