It's a good question,. I'n most cases squeezing into the playoffs its going to be overall more efficient for the team. When drafting a player, especially one in the top 10,  presumably you should better not only the immediate position but the subgroup as well. That in turn trickles out to the rest of the group (offense or defense).

 

Just getting in to the playoffs builds team confidence and chemistry. It would have the effect of proving it to yourself that its possible, seeing the results and coming back next year with a higher degree of intensity. This could prove extremely useful for a young, talented team that's still growing into the league and there positions, over a high talent pick in the draft that may not have a big impact, if any impact on the team as a whole. 

 

On the other side if you are in a situation where your team is completely void of any talent and the stars aligned and you get into the playoffs at 6-10 or 7-9 cause your division drank the wrong cool-aid and died in travel accidents, then no i wouldn't want the win for the playoffs and would much prefer to get the highest possible pick and trade out as many times as possible.  

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