NFL Mock Draft 2024: Complete 7-round edition features five first-round QBs, All teams And Players
The 2024 NFL Draft has concluded, and it was a spectacle like no other. Held in Detroit, the draft saw teams meticulously select the future stars of the NFL.
Projecting the picks in the 2024 NFL Draft with a first-round mock draft is challenging enough. Each additional round adds an extra degree of difficulty. But it’s also fun and important to see who might be in play as selections from No. 1 overall through Mr. Irrelevant in a seven-round mock exercise. While some early decisions might be coming better into focus, speculation across the board continues before all 32 teams are on the clock for real.
Round 1: Key Picks and Analysis
Absolutely. First Up….
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Chicago Bears (from Panthers) – Caleb Williams, QB, USC
Select Caleb Williams, QB from USC (6-1, 214 pounds). The Bears are locked into Williams with their investment in a new offensive coaching staff and key personnel. They will feel much better about him being finally the long-term franchise solution as they move on from Justin Fields.
The Bears are committed to Williams as their long-term franchise solution, moving on from Justin Fields. Williams impressed at his pro day, solidifying his status as the top QB prospect.
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Washington Commanders – Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina
Choose Drake Maye, QB from North Carolina (6-4, 223 pounds). The Commanders are doing well to mask their QB of choice with this pick, but Maye has been the No. 2 option behind Williams since early in the process with little more to prove regarding his arm, accuracy, and athleticism.
Maye, the No. 2 QB option, boasts arm strength, accuracy, and also athleticism. The Commanders mask their choice well, but Maye is their target.
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New England Patriots – Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
Opt for Jayden Daniels, QB from LSU (6-4, 210 pounds). The Patriots are blowing up their offense minus Mac Jones and should want to reboot with a big-armed, dynamic runner to push up their QB ceiling again. Daniels, the reigning Heisman winner succeeding Williams, fits that mold.
The Patriots revamp their offense post-Mac Jones. Daniels, the reigning Heisman winner, fits their big-armed, dynamic runner mold.
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Arizona Cardinals – Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State
Go with Marvin Harrison Jr., WR from Ohio State (6-3, 202 pounds). The Cardinals need a dominant new No. 1 target for Kyler Murray, so should Harrison last here thanks to the QB run.
The Cardinals seek a dominant No. 1 target for Kyler Murray. Harrison Jr., at 6’3″, is a no-brainer pick if available.
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Los Angeles Chargers – Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia
Select Brock Bowers, TE from Georgia (6-3, 243 pounds). Jim Harbaugh and Greg Roman cleared top wide receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams for cap and also schematic purposes in creating a new offense around Justin Herbert. They did get some backup-level options in free agency, but Bowers can be the new Mark Andrews for Roman as Herbert’s new go-to guy.
The Chargers clear cap space and scheme for Justin Herbert. Bowers can be their new go-to guy, akin to Mark Andrews.
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New York Giants – Malik Nabers, WR, LSU
Pick Malik Nabers, WR from LSU (6-0, 200 pounds). The Giants also should be prepared to jump on a bona fide No. 1 wideout to further boost Daniel Jones. Nabers is a little more complete and polished than Rome Odunze, making him the pick here. Nabers, more complete and polished than Rome Odunze, boosts Daniel Jones. The Giants aim for a bona fide No. 1 wideout.
The event was a resounding success, with fans enjoying the NFL Draft Experience presented by Rocket Mortgage. The free fan festival featured immersive exhibits, autograph sessions, and also a taste of Detroit’s diverse culture. It was a celebration of the sport and the city. With record attendance and millions watching at home, the 2024 NFL Draft has set a new standard for the event.
