Well, I think looking at draft position is relevant as it is a product of productivity and/or talent. Generally speaking, a 3rd overall pick is considerably more talented and/or productive than a player drafted where Wise was. It goes without saying that high picks are not guaranteed to be successful, nor are later picks doomed to failure, but it's a relevant variable to a certain extent when evaluating a particular player's future prospects, and when comparing said player to former players.
I think it goes without saying that McGinest was considerably more productive than Wise, and although Wise may have similar athleticism on paper, McGinest appeared considerably more powerful and explosive on the field. Wise flashed but he looked a bit out of control at times and he didn't seem to be able to consistently harness his athleticism. At times he seemed a bit sloppy, for lack of a better term, in his body control and use of leverage; I noticed him flailing his body a lot, and didn't seem to consistently anchor himself, his 'base' seemed a bit weak. That's not to say he won't improve but as of now my expectations are tempered and I see him as a role player (which will likely be perfectly fine, assuming others produce). If he develops over the offseason and his on-field performance improves, allowing him to take on a bigger role, all the better.
