2024 NFL Mock Draft: How Will Quarterback Chaos Unfold In First Round?

Reviewed by AceRemote

Reviewed by AceRemote

Caleb Williams bears NFL Draft
Caleb Williams bears NFL Draft

Only one week remains until the biggest event of the NFL offseason โ€” the 2024 NFL Draft. Caleb Williams is going first overall unless something totally unexpected happens. But outside of that, there are still so many questions left to be answered. Let’s get to that and more in our latest 2024 NFL Mock Draft.

2024 NFL Mock Draft

2024 NFL Mock Draft - Caleb Williams bears 2024 first pick
Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

1. Chicago Bears: QB Caleb Williams – USC

As mentioned above, nothing will likely change on this front before April 25th’s 1st Round. Sure, anything can happen, but this is just about the lock of all locks. We have one week until Caleb Williams becomes the Chicago Bears’ new starting quarterback and steps into a pretty great situation for a rookie quarterback.

2. Washington Commanders: QB Jayden Daniels – LSU

Throughout NFL Draft season, so many rumors get thrown out there, and it can be hard to decipher what’s real and what’s a smokescreen. I still think the Commanders will go with Jayden Daniels, as the ceiling is so high there. That said, Washington hosted four quarterbacks together over the last few days, so they’re doing their research and keeping their options open. It’s likely Daniels, but nothing is certain until Roger Goodell announces the pick.

Jayden Daniels 2024 NFL Mock Draft
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3. New England Patriots: QB J.J. McCarthy – Michigan

As momentum for J.J. McCarthy picks up, I think there’s a very realistic chance he ends up with New England as the third overall pick in the NFL Draft. McCarthy is now a proven winner, and he was an integral part of changing the attitude and culture of Michigan football. McCarthy is very fundamentally sound, and he’s got a great work ethic, Jim Harbaugh RAVED about him at the owners’ meetings. The ceiling may seem higher for Drake Maye, but given McCarthy’s momentum and the intangibles that the league has been loving recently, it feels very possible we see the Michigan QB in the top three.

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4. Arizona Cardinals: WR Marvin Harrison Jr. – Ohio State

This pick feels like it will keep people guessing until the Cardinals – or whoever is picking fourth – has the selection announced at the NFL Draft podium. I’m still leaning toward the Cards taking Harrison, but the closer we get to the draft, the more realistic a trade-back feels. The teams to watch feel like the Broncos and Vikings, but the 5th pick will likely be up for sale as well. Could the Giants jump up two spots for a QB? So many different scenarios at this pick. Right now I still think Arizona will make it, but things can change fast.

Marvin Harrison Jr.

5. *TRADE* Minnesota Vikings (via Chargers): QB Drake Maye – North Carolina

It feels like a two-horse race between the Vikings and Broncos to try and trade up for a quarterback if Maye or McCarthy do fall to five. I’ve had the Broncos here the last few weeks, but the closer we get to Draft night, the more it feels like momentum is starting to sway toward Minnesota. The Vikings have two first-round picks, and they might have to get desperate and overpay, but I think they’ll go all-in for a quarterback.

6. New York Giants: WR Malik Nabers – LSU

After missing out on the top four rated quarterbacks in the NFL Draft, the Giants have to pivot, so they go with the next best thing and draft an electric wide receiver in Malik Nabers. The former LSU Tiger gives New York a number one target on the outside and a playmaker that they desperately need, especially after Saquon Barkley left for Philly. They still have holes on offense and need a big bounce back from Daniel Jones, but Nabers is a great start in getting some potential star power on their offense.

7. Tennessee Titans: LT Joe Alt – Notre Dame

The Titans need help on both lines of scrimmage. Joe Alt was outstanding at Notre Dame, and he came away as one of the big winners at the NFL Combine. The farther along we get in the draft process, the more momentum Alt seems to gain. While we kind of knew he was a great athlete, his Scouting Combine performance confirmed that and then some. Tennessee grabs the former Fighting Irish standout to anchor their OL.

8. Atlanta Falcons: EDGE Laiatu Latu – UCLA

The Falcons have their quarterback; now it’s time to address the other side of the ball. Defense is the pick for them here in this 2024 NFL Mock Draft, but I have them going with a different EDGE. Latu is gaining steam and rising back up draft boards, plus he has a connection with Falcons DC Jimmy Lake from college. I’d be interested to see if any team tries to come up and get ahead of the Bears for Rome Odunze. Right now though, I think they keep the pick and go EDGE.

9. Chicago Bears: WR Rome Odunze – Washington

The Keenan Allen addition is a great one, but it might be more of a shorter-term solution. If Odunze is still there at the ninth pick, take him. It makes your wide receiver room one of the best in the NFL, and it gives you a more secure long-term outlook at the position. Trading back will certainly be on the table, but I think the idea of adding Odunze to that offense is too tempting to pass up. Could the Bears also be in the market to trade up if Marvin Harrison Jr. slides or the Cardinals trade back? Plenty to keep an eye on here.

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Will Rome Odunze go to the Bears
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10. New York Jets: TE Brock Bowers – Georgia

The Jets have made a pair of moves adding Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses to be their tackles next season to help protect Aaron Rodgers and his repaired Achilles. This frees them up to go a different route with the NFL Draft’s 10th overall pick so they pick up one of the more talented players in this field in Brock Bowers. The Jets have some skill at wide receiver, and adding Bowers should open up that offense quite a bit and give them the potential to be dangerous.

Brock Bowers 2024 NFL Mock Draft
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11. Los Angeles Chargers (via Vikings): OT JC Latham – Alabama

I think the Chargers go tackle here if they trade back, but which one is the question. Olu Fashanu, JC Latham, and Taliese Fuaga are probably all in play for them here, but it’ll be a matter of who Jim Harbaugh believes in most. I’m going to go with Latham, though none of the three would surprise me. Latham has insane strength, was recruited by Harbaugh out of high school, and can be a franchise left tackle from day one.

2024 NFL Mock Draft: JC Latham goes to the Packers
Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

12. Denver Broncos: EDGE Dallas Turner – Alabama

The second consecutive Alabama player is off the NFL Draft board as Sean Payton grabs one of the top EDGE prospects after missing out on trading up for a quarterback. While Denver does need a QB, they really need to start rebuilding that defense and they need help getting to the quarterback. Turner can do that and then some, and he gives the Broncos a legitimate building block defensively.

13. Las Vegas Raiders: OT Taliese Fuaga – Oregon State

After bringing in Gardiner Minshew on a two-year deal to be their quarterback and solidifying their defense with the massive Christian Wilkins addition, the Raiders make a pick to strengthen their offensive line, which needs some help. Taliese Fuaga is a rock-solid option at right tackle and feels very similar to Darnell Wright’s position at last year’s draft. Going that route might not be the flashy pick we’re accustomed to seeing the Raiders make, but it’s probably the right one here.

14. New Orleans Saints: OT Olu Fashanu – Penn State

The Saints need help on both sides of the line of scrimmage. Given what’s left on the board, I think they’ll go offensive line in this spot. Fashanu is a rock-solid option to jump in at left tackle and could easily be the first or second tackle off the board. Several teams would love to add him, and New Orleans does that with the 14th pick.

15. Indianapolis Colts: CB Terrion Arnold – Alabama

The Colts need help in the secondary, specifically at the cornerback position. Terrion Arnold gives them a young, talented option who can slot in and be a shutdown corner from day one. He’s lightning-fast, has elite ball skills, is very good at getting off blocks, and doesn’t have a ton of glaring weaknesses. The Colts would be thrilled to select him here.

16. Seattle Seahawks: OL Troy Fautanu – Washington

Fautanu has been fast-rising up NFL Draft boards so far this offseason, and his fit with the Seahawks seems too perfect. He was a tackle at Washington but probably projects more as an interior lineman at the NFL level. The Seahawks can give him a look at multiple positions and see where he fits best. Fautanu feels like a lock to be a rock-solid NFL offensive lineman; it just feels like a matter of where.

17. Jacksonville Jaguars: CB Quinyon Mitchell – Toledo

The Jags collapse was a brutal one down the stretch, and it really amplified their NFL Draft needs. They most certainly need a little more help on offense, but defensively, the team struggled mightily in the last few weeks. Taking a true playmaker at the cornerback position can inject some life into a defensive unit that lacked big-play ability and consistency down the stretch.

18. Cincinnati Bengals: WR Brian Thomas Jr. – LSU

There are a few different routes the Bengals can go here, but with the uncertainty surrounding Tee Higgins, I think they go with a receiver here. Brian Thomas Jr. is the total package and would be a great compliment opposite Ja’Marr Chase. The Bengals have never been hesitant to surround Joe Burrow with the best weapons possible, and I think they follow that trend here.

19. Los Angeles Rams: EDGE Jared Verse – Florida State

The Rams need help rebuilding their defense, and with plenty of options at EDGE in this first round, they grab Jared Verse out of Florida State. They could go the cornerback or offensive line route, but if Verse were to fall back to them here I think his ceiling at this valuable of a position is too much to pass up on for a team that needs help in a lot of areas. If you can get to the passer, it makes everything easier on the rest of your defense.

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20. Pittsburgh Steelers: OL Graham Barton – Duke

I’ve had Pittsburgh going cornerback here for awhile now, but momentum seems to be trending toward them addressing the offensive line. Graham Barton was a rock-solid lineman at Duke and he will provide whatever team he lands with a ton of positon versatility. That makes him a perfect fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers as they will likely look to improve the protection in front of Russell Wilson or Justin Fields.

21. Miami Dolphins: DT Byron Murphy II – Texas

Miami needs help on both lines of scrimmage pretty badly. I think the ceiling for Byron Murphy II combined with the loss of Christian Wilkins to the Raiders in free agency diverts them down this path. Murphy had an outstanding year for Texas and is a problem in the interior of the defensive line. He had five sacks last season, but is also a force against the run and will help free things up for the rest of the defense.

22. Philadelphia Eagles: CB Cooper DeJean – Iowa

The Eaglesโ€™ collapse down the stretch of the season was certainly something to behold. I still think they have a very talented roster. However, defensively, their glaring need for help in the secondary got exposed. Unfortunately, the offseason has also seen some shakeups along their defensive line. It still feels like the defensive backfield is the bigger need, though. Cooper DeJean is a very skilled, complete cornerback and projects to be able to play safety if needed. The Eagles would love to grab him here.

23. Los Angeles Chargers (via Vikings): WR Adonai Mitchell – Texas

The Chargers need a ton of help with this roster still. I’m sure Jim Harbaugh would consider going with another offensive lineman here, but the offense is pretty barren in terms of weapons and they need to get Justin Herbert some help. Mitchell has a great all-around skill set and would be a fantastic deep threat for Justin Herbert and his big arm.

24. Dallas Cowboys: T Amarius Mims – Georgia

Amarius Mims was one of the big winners at the NFL Combine, with his 40-yard dash and shuttle times, along with his massive frame. He’s a bit of a risk in terms of durability, but I think with how he performed in Indy he’s exactly the type of player Jerry Jones would fall in love with. Huge frame, athletic, and can get a shot at either tackle. Dallas would love to take him here.

25. Green Bay Packers: T Jordan Morgan – Arizona

The Packers have done a good job re-building a decent offensive line, but the missing piece is that franchise left tackle especially now that David Bakhtiari’s time in Green Bay is done. Jordan Morgan has the chance to be that, and he would come into a situation that would be very friendly for a rookie tackle. It’s an already strong offensive line and it’s a very well-coached offense. There are some things to work on, but given the situation in Green Bay, I love the fit.

26. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: EDGE Chop Robinson – Penn State

The Bucs have their quarterback, Baker Mayfield, back in the fold. Mike Evans was brought back with a brand new deal as well. Tampa could go with some OL help here, but they need impact players at premier positions on defense and Chop Robinson gives them just that. Robinson had a great year at Penn State and had, at times, been projected as the top EDGE in this draft. He’d be a great fit at Tampa as the EDGE rusher they really need to complement a very strong interior defensive line.

27. Arizona Cardinals: CB Nate Wiggins – Clemson

EDGE could also be the pick here for Arizona, but at this point, they might be reaching for one. Nate Wiggins is a big-time playmaker at the cornerback position and the Cardinals need help all over that defense. While they still need to address their pass rush, taking Wiggins here given his high ceiling would be a big win.

28. Buffalo Bills: WR Xavier Worthy – Texas

Xavier Worthy’s record-setting 40-yard dash time will more than likely get him picked in the first round; it’s just a matter of where. Stefon Diggs is officially on his way out of Buffalo, and Gabe Davis signed with Jacksonville. That means the Bills need to add an explosive playmaker. Xavier Worthy is the definition of that. He clearly has elite speed, he can beat anyone over the top, and he feels like a perfect match for Josh Allen and his gunslinger mentality.

29. Detroit Lions: DT Jer’Zhan Newton – Illinois

Detroit needs some help defensively as we saw from the NFC Championship game. They could go the cornerback route here, but Newton’s high ceiling would be too much for the Lions to pass on here, especially with how we saw them draft last year. They’re going to take whoever they think is the best player on the board, premier position or not. Newton if he makes it here I think would be that player.

30. *TRADE* Las Vegas Raiders (via Ravens): QB Michael Penix Jr – Washington

No matter how many quarterbacks people seem to project to go in the first round, so often it ends up being even more than expected. The Raiders signed Gardiner Minshew to a two-year deal, but their future is far from set at QB. They have the draft capital to trade back into the first round, and Penix has several traits that a team can fall in love with. Would anyone be shocked to see the Raiders make a bold move for a QB?

31. San Francisco 49ers: WR Ladd McConkey – Georgia

I believe this is the first time I’ve had him going in the first round. With the Brandon Aiyuk uncertainty in San Francisco, a receiver is certainly an option for the Niners here. McConkey has impressed teams during the draft process, he’s got great hands, and he feels like a fit in the 49ers offense. Not a lot would surprise me here – including a trade back – but for now I think they could go the WR route.

32. Kansas City Chiefs: WR Troy Franklin Jr. – Oregon

This is a tricky spot for Kansas City. L’Jarius Sneed is off to Tennessee which means they could go try and pick his replacement in this spot. But they still need help at receiver. Rashee Rice’s status is in limbo as he deals with legal issues following a car wreck. Franklin was a touchdown machine for Oregon last year and has great YAC potential. Being a secondary option to Travis Kelce feels like a great fit for Franklin.

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As if you needed confirmation, yes, the Chicago Bulls made franchise history when they walked into the locker room down 71-29 on Tuesday night. After scoring a mere 11 points in the second quarter and shooting 1-23 from downtown in the first half, the Bulls tied their largest halftime deficit in franchise history. They matched their infamous outing against the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 29, 2018, when Klay Thompson...

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Chicago Bulls
Elias Schuster
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Oof: New Report Says Bulls Had First-Round Pick on the Table for Lonzo Ball

One of the Chicago Bulls' biggest trade deadline moves wasn't a trade at all. Instead of entertaining multiple reported suitors for Lonzo Ball, Arturas Karnisovas opted to extend the veteran point guard. Ball reached a two-year, $20.0 million deal with the franchise, which Klutch Sports officially announced on Tuesday afternoon. For Ball, it put an exclamation point on what has been an emotional and borderline historic comeback season. He missed...

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Chicago Bulls
Matt Rooney
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Feb 12, 2025

At Least the Chicago Bulls Aren’t the Only Team Down Bad

Things might not get much worse than the Bulls' 40-point home loss to a team that's two games over .500 โ€“ I'll start by saying that. But, if I were a 76ers fan right now, I might be every bit as fed up and angry with my team. The Bulls are at least (kind of) embracing the tank life after the trade deadline. It's going to get really bad, and...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Around the NHL: World Cup Coming Back, CBA Update, Timing Changes Coming? More

The NHL world is on pause for a couple weeks while we enjoy the 4 Nations Face-Off, but that doesn't mean there isn't news being made around the game. Indeed, there was some important news that came from the NHL/NHLPA press conference before the game on Wednesday night that's notable. The World Cup of Hockey is coming back, the CBA negotiations sound like they're in a good place, there might...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 13, 2025
Sam Rinzel U of Minnesota

BN Blackhawks Top 20 Prospect Rankings: Mid-February Update

It's been a little less than a month since we took stock of the Blackhawks' prospect pipeline but it's been a busy time. Chicago's pool was ranked fourth in the NHL by Scott Wheeler at The Athletic. The Blackhawks have five (5) prospects nominated for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award. They have the AHL All-Star Classic MVP in the fold. And they claim the first 50-goal scorer in the CHL...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 13, 2025

Incredible 4 Nations Start, Le Magnifique, GMKD Said Some Interesting Things, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Before we get into the fantastic hockey in Montreal last night, I'm going to start with some Blackhawks focused stuff because Scott Powers at The Athletic shared a terrific Q&A with Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson on Wednesday. They talk about a lot of topics, from Connor Bedard's development to finding him a running mate and how they're approaching spending money this summer and the draft. A couple items stood...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 13, 2025
Oliver Moore U of Minnesota

Blackhawks College Prospects: Head-to-Head Action Highlights Packed Weekend

For the first time in a while, all ten of the Blackhawks' college prospects are in action this weekend. And, for those tuning in, we'll only have to search for four games on Friday and Saturday night because we've got some head-to-head action in Hockey East and the NCHC. Ryan Greene and Boston University will look to build off their huge win in the Beanpot championship on Monday night as...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 12, 2025

Blackhawks Fan Guide to the 4 Nations Face-Off

It's Wednesday, Feb. 12 and there hasn't been a Blackhawks game in (counts on fingers) too many days. But there will be professional hockey to watch tonight! The 4 Nations Face-Off begins this evening with Canada in action against Sweden. Unfortunately for Blackhawks fans, there's only one current Chicago player involved in the tournament. Teuvo Terรคvรคinen is skating for Finland for a week. The games on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 12, 2025

NHL All-Quarter Century Fan Voting Now Open! (Blackhawks Fans – Do the Thing)

On Wednesday, the NHL opened the ballots for the league's All-Quarter Century Team for fans to participate. You can vote for ten (10) players from across the NHL. Fans can vote online or on the artist formerly known as Twitter, using the hashtag #NHLQCTeam AND one of the following: Full player name (with or without spaces) Player #firstandlastname Player's Handle on X The Chicago Blackhawks who are eligible for fan...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 12, 2025

Where are the Hobey Baker Votes? Levshunov Scores, Updated Lottery Odds, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Another day without Blackhawks hockey to watch, but we did get an update on the voting for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award. The Blackhawks have five (5) prospects nominated, and Chicago knows how to handle voting (often, people... multiple emails... let's go). So when I saw Boston University co-captain Ryan Greene is the only Blackhawks' prospect in the top ten, I was both surprised and disappointed. Let's go here, people!...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 12, 2025

Blackhawks Prospect AJ Spellacy Talks Contract Timing, Confidence, Ongoing Development, More

Because there's no Blackhawks hockey this week and we're waiting for the games to begin at the 4 Nations Face-Off, I wanted to dig in with some prospects and catch up on their development this season. I've shared some of the conversations I had with Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel from Minnesota thus far this week. Without question the hottest name in the Blackhawks' training camp this fall was a...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 11, 2025
Artyom Levshunov 2024 NHL Draft Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks Prospects Highlight New Top 100 Rankings

On Tuesday, Scott Wheeler at The Athletic released his mid-season updated top 100 drafted NHL prospects rankings. I'll throw this breakdown in here right up front from Wheeler: 28 players from the 2024 draft, 32 from 2023, 29 from 2022, eight from 2021 and three from 2020. Itโ€™s made up of 69 forwards and 31 defensemen (of which 13 are lefties and 18 are righties). The Blackhawks were tied with...

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
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Feb 11, 2025
Oliver Moore U. of Minnesota

Blackhawks Prospect Oliver Moore Talks Coaches, Winning, All-Around Play, Going Pro, More

Earlier this week I chatted with Minnesota's two Blackhawks prospects, Sam Rinzel and Oliver Moore. I shared some of what Rinzel had to say about his game, the Hobey Baker, turning pro and more on Monday evening. I enjoyed the conversation with Moore, one of the first-ever repeat World Junior Championship gold medal winners for USA Hockey. Let's start right there with the World Juniors because, as you know, I'm...

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Matt is from the Chicagoland area and has been working in Chicago sports since 2015 with stops at WGN Radio, the Chicago Blackhawks, Stadium, and NBC Sports Chicago prior to landing at Betsperts. Matt covers just about everything for Betsperts and Bleacher Nation but focuses on the NHL and college football.

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