The Super Bowl is the pinnacle of the NFL season, but what if the week before featured a battle at the bottom—the two worst teams competing for the No. 1 draft pick? This "Toilet Bowl" could add excitement to an otherwise empty weekend, giving fans one last game before the championship. But would players, especially quarterbacks, actually try if winning meant their team could draft their replacement?
On one hand, a game like this would eliminate tanking. Instead of teams purposely losing late in the season to secure the top pick, they’d have to earn it on the field. Fans would be invested, networks would get another high-stakes game, and struggling franchises would have a shot at redemption.
However, there's a major dilemma: quarterbacks. If a team is eyeing a top-tier QB in the draft, their current starter has every reason to not perform well. Why would a struggling signal-caller want to win a game that increases the chances of his team replacing him? Coaches would have to navigate potential conflicts of interest, and players might be more focused on self-preservation than victory.
Ultimately, the idea is fun but flawed. A game for the No. 1 pick would bring drama, but the risk of players not giving their all—especially at the most important position—could undermine its credibility. Maybe the NFL is better off keeping the draft order based on regular-season performance, even if it means some teams still find ways to tank.
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