2024 NFL Mock Draft

[Arkansas Bengal]

Broncos waste no time replacing Russell Wilson with one of four QBs taken in Round 1

Five wide receivers are taken in Round 1 as part of a strong class at the position

 

By Josh Edwards

 

Jan 7, 2024 at 11:47 am ET•1 min read

 

The NFL is entering the final week of its regular season. The majority of teams will know where they are picking after this weekend's games. Monday's College Football Playoff title game could also play a part in where Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy and Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr., among others, could be drafted as well.

 

In today's thought exercise, we explore the ever-changing draft order and how quarterback-needy teams may need to make a trade if they want to position themselves to add one of a handful worthy of first-round consideration.

 

The draft order below was determined using Tankathon ahead of Week 18 games, which uses records and strength of schedule as a tiebreaker. 

 

Without further ado, let's kick this off!

 

NFL MOCK DRAFT

Round 1

 

 

From Carolina Panthers Round 1 - Pick 1     Marvin Harrison Jr. WR OHIO STATE • JR • 6'4" / 205 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Chicago PROSPECT RNK 1st POSITION RNK 1st   If Chicago is not taking a quarterback, then they would trade the pick in reality, but we are waiting until the draft order is set post-regular season before doing trades. Justin Fields is making their choice very difficult so this is more acknowledgement that there is a chance they do not take a quarterback.

Round 1 - Pick 2     Caleb Williams QB USC • JR • 6'1" / 215 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Washington PROSPECT RNK 2nd POSITION RNK 1st   Washington would have been in a position to take a quarterback regardless but Chicago's decision to stick with Justin Fields opens them up to their choice of the litter. Caleb Williams is a D.C. native and is brought home to lead the franchise.

Round 1 - Pick 3     Drake Maye QB NORTH CAROLINA • SOPH • 6'4" / 230 LBS PROJECTED TEAM New England PROSPECT RNK 6th POSITION RNK 2nd   Chicago's decision to keep Justin Fields is New England's gain as they are now able to take a quarterback and replace Mac Jones. Drake Maye's decision-making needs to improve but he has significant athletic potential.

Round 1 - Pick 4     Olumuyiwa Fashanu OT PENN STATE • JR • 6'6" / 317 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Arizona PROSPECT RNK 3rd POSITION RNK 1st   Arizona's offensive line has not been good this season. If they are going to keep Kyler Murray, then upgrading his protection should be a point of emphasis. Moving on from D.J. Humphries next league year would save the franchise $9 million.

Round 1 - Pick 5     Malik Nabers WR LSU • JR • 6'0" / 200 LBS PROJECTED TEAM N.Y. Giants PROSPECT RNK 11th POSITION RNK 2nd   Malik Nabers has No. 1 wide receiver ability. They may have to run it back with Daniel Jones but at least the team is making progress with a wide receiver room of Jalin Hyatt, Wan'Dale Robinson and Nabers.

Round 1 - Pick 6     Brock Bowers TE GEORGIA • JR • 6'4" / 240 LBS PROJECTED TEAM L.A. Chargers PROSPECT RNK 4th POSITION RNK 1st   It will be an interesting offseason for Los Angeles as they embrace a new change in leadership. The Chargers have gone all in over the past few years making significant investments, but those did not pay off. Do they tear it down entirely? The selection of Brock Bowers is a good start to renovating.

Round 1 - Pick 7     Joe Alt OT NOTRE DAME • JR • 6'7" / 322 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Tennessee PROSPECT RNK 5th POSITION RNK 2nd   Tennessee receives a late Christmas gift as Joe Alt tumbles a bit to No. 7 overall. Will Levis' protection was putrid this season and the consecutive first-round selections of Peter Skoronski and Alt change that outlook for the better.

Round 1 - Pick 8     JC Latham OT ALABAMA • JR • 6'6" / 360 LBS PROJECTED TEAM N.Y. Jets PROSPECT RNK 7th POSITION RNK 3rd   New York may need to replace both starting offensive tackles. J.C. Latham and the entire Alabama offensive line struggled against Michigan's pass rush plan but there is still a lot to like about the massive right tackle.

Round 1 - Pick 9     Jayden Daniels QB LSU • SR • 6'4" / 210 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Atlanta PROSPECT RNK 14th POSITION RNK 3rd   The Desmond Ridder experiment comes to an end as Atlanta makes a big move in the first round landing LSU dual-threat quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Round 1 - Pick 10     Dallas Turner EDGE ALABAMA • JR • 6'4" / 252 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Chicago PROSPECT RNK 10th POSITION RNK 3rd   Montez Sweat was a worthwhile investment for Chicago but they supercharge their pass rush with the addition of Dallas Turner.

Round 1 - Pick 11     Nate Wiggins CB CLEMSON • JR • 6'2" / 185 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Las Vegas PROSPECT RNK 16th POSITION RNK 2nd   Jack Jones has been a good find in a short period of time. Nate Wiggins upgrades the potential of that group but the team may be afraid to go back to the Clemson well.

Round 1 - Pick 12     Laiatu Latu EDGE UCLA • SR • 6'5" / 265 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Minnesota PROSPECT RNK 8th POSITION RNK 1st   Marcus Davenport and Danielle Hunter are both free agents at season's end. If Minnesota does not retain both, then they may need Laiatu Latu to provide some immediate pass-rush production.

Round 1 - Pick 13     Rome Odunze WR WASHINGTON • JR • 6'3" / 215 LBS PROJECTED TEAM New Orleans PROSPECT RNK POSITION RNK   New Orleans realistically can not do anything with Derek Carr this offseason because of his contract. They can give him and whichever quarterback ends up taking over another weapon though.

Round 1 - Pick 14     Michael Penix Jr. QB WASHINGTON • SR • 6'3" / 213 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Denver PROSPECT RNK 56th POSITION RNK 8th   In the wake of the Russell Wilson news, it is rather clear that Denver will be pursuing other options at quarterback. Michael Penix Jr. is a leader who can come in and provide some hope.

Round 1 - Pick 15     Jer'Zhan Newton DL ILLINOIS • JR • 6'2" / 295 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Seattle PROSPECT RNK 28th POSITION RNK 1st   Seattle has thrown a lot of resources at the defensive line over the past two years and that trend continues with the high motor Jer'Zhan Newton in the middle of the first round.

Round 1 - Pick 16     Amarius Mims OT GEORGIA • JR • 6'7" / 340 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Cincinnati PROSPECT RNK 13th POSITION RNK 4th   Jonah Williams is scheduled to hit free agency after the season. His play has not exactly warranted jumping into a bidding war. Cincinnati would be upgrading at right tackle.

From Houston Texans Round 1 - Pick 17     Kool-Aid McKinstry CB ALABAMA • JR • 6'1" / 195 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Arizona PROSPECT RNK 12th POSITION RNK 1st   Cornerback is the path to least resistance to a starting job in Arizona. Jonathan Gannon's team overcame expectations this season but needs players like Kool-Aid McKinstry to take it to the next level.

Round 1 - Pick 18     Taliese Fuaga OT OREGON STATE • JR • 6'6" / 334 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Pittsburgh PROSPECT RNK 18th POSITION RNK 5th   Pittsburgh picks an offensive tackle for the second consecutive year as Taliese Fuaga slots into the right side and Broderick Jones flips to the left side.

Round 1 - Pick 19     Terrion Arnold CB ALABAMA • SOPH • 6'0" / 196 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Green Bay PROSPECT RNK 66th POSITION RNK 11th   The situation with Jaire Alexander last week was a bit confusing and would cast some doubt on his future with the organization if not for his contract. Terrion Arnold gives the Packers some depth.

Round 1 - Pick 20     Cooper DeJean CB IOWA • JR • 6'1" / 207 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Tampa Bay PROSPECT RNK 19th POSITION RNK 4th   Cooper DeJean offers versatility in the secondary as well as return ability. Tampa Bay is in a good position to compete within a weak NFC South for years to come but they need to infuse more young talent on the roster.

Round 1 - Pick 21     Jared Verse EDGE FLORIDA STATE • JR • 6'4" / 260 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Indianapolis PROSPECT RNK 9th POSITION RNK 2nd   Indianapolis is building out its pass rush with the addition of Jared Verse. Kwity Paye, Dayo Odeyingbo and Verse give them a lot of power to rush the passer.

Round 1 - Pick 22     Keon Coleman WR FLORIDA STATE • JR • 6'4" / 215 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Jacksonville PROSPECT RNK 15th POSITION RNK 3rd   Jacksonville is rebuilding its wide receiver room with Keon Coleman and Calvin Ridley. Trevor Lawrence has to find another gear next season but there will be no shortage in skill talent allowing him to do so.

Round 1 - Pick 23     Denzel Burke CB OHIO STATE • JR • 6'1" / 190 LBS PROJECTED TEAM L.A. Rams PROSPECT RNK 31st POSITION RNK 6th   Los Angeles has done a good job of identifying good young talent to rebuild their defense. Denzel Burke offers a higher ceiling at the position.

Round 1 - Pick 24     Chop Robinson EDGE PENN STATE • JR • 6'3" / 254 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Buffalo PROSPECT RNK 23rd POSITION RNK 5th   Buffalo is looking at some turnover on the defensive side of the ball this offseason. The addition of Chop Robinson allows them to address a premium position while getting more more inexpensive.

Round 1 - Pick 25     Emeka Egbuka WR OHIO STATE • JR • 6'1" / 206 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Kansas City PROSPECT RNK 20th POSITION RNK 4th   One thing that can be said about Ohio State's wide receivers is that they are well-coached and prepared to transition to the NFL. Kansas City needs a player who can be counted on to be in the right place at the right time.

Round 1 - Pick 26     Kingsley Suamataia OT BYU • SOPH • 6'6" / 325 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Philadelphia PROSPECT RNK 48th POSITION RNK 9th   Philadelphia gets a mammoth offensive lineman who can eventually take over for Lane Johnson on the right side. Kingsley Suamataia has played left and right tackle over the past two years.

Round 1 - Pick 27     Troy Fautanu IOL WASHINGTON • JR • 6'4" / 317 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Detroit PROSPECT RNK 44th POSITION RNK 1st   Detroit has a few interior offensive linemen scheduled to hit free agency. The addition of Troy Fautanu allows them to absorb some of that potential loss.

From Houston Texans Round 1 - Pick 28     Quinyon Mitchell CB TOLEDO • JR • 6'0" / 196 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Arizona PROSPECT RNK 25th POSITION RNK 5th   Arizona needs to identify some foundational pieces to its franchise. Quinyon Mitchell is a tough, accountable player who helps set the tone for the rest of that secondary.

Round 1 - Pick 29     Bralen Trice EDGE WASHINGTON • JR • 6'4" / 274 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Miami PROSPECT RNK 24th POSITION RNK 6th   Jaelan Phillips and Bradley Chubb will both be coming off injuries next season. Emmanuel Ogbah's contract likely leads to the organization moving on from him this offseason. If they can rely on Andrew Van Ginkel, then perhaps they go in another direction but Bralen Trice gives them quality depth coming off a fantastic College Football Playoff semifinal performance against Texas.

Round 1 - Pick 30     Tyler Nubin S MINNESOTA • SR • 6'2" / 210 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Dallas PROSPECT RNK 45th POSITION RNK 3rd   Tyler Nubin has been a popular choice for Dallas. They need to upgrade that spot and the team is well-equipped at most other positions. Nubin is another ball hawk capable of capitalizing on opponents' bad choices.

Round 1 - Pick 31     Jordan Morgan OT ARIZONA • SR • 6'5" / 325 LBS PROJECTED TEAM San Francisco PROSPECT RNK 43rd POSITION RNK 7th   Jordan Morgan has started at left tackle but projects inside at the next level. San Francisco needs to upgrade its offensive line this offseason and Morgan allows them some flexibility.

Round 1 - Pick 32     JT Tuimoloau EDGE OHIO STATE • JR • 6'4" / 270 LBS PROJECTED TEAM Baltimore PROSPECT RNK 22nd POSITION RNK 4th   Jadeveon Clowney is playing out his contract with Baltimore. With as well as he has played this season, it would not be a surprise if the organization brought him back for another season but given recent history with Clowney, that decision may not happen until the summer.

 

The 2024 NFL Draft will take place from April 25-27 in Detroit. More draft coverage can be found at CBSSports.com, including the weekly updated draft order and a regularly available look at the eligible prospects. 

 

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-broncos-waste-no-time-replacing-russell-wilson-with-one-of-four-qbs-taken-in-round-1/

[claptonrocks]

Mims or Fuaga ?

 

Mims may be better in pass protection

Fuaga is a mauler in the run game.

Either would be a good choice imo.

 

Bengals love CBs so Kool-Aid.McKinustry may be enticing  .

 

[|High School Harry|]

I'm OK with this even without trading up

Seattle taking Newton right before us took some temptation out of the pick.

If both had been there.... dunno what I would have done.  Probably Newton.

And, thank heavens, they did not go wide receiver.

 

Bowers went way early.  No surprise.

[|High School Harry|]

is their draft order and teams correct?

[Jamie_B]

My only concern with Mims is he is not as experienced as the other guys as he is fairly new to football. 

 

If you tell me we get a new O-line coach that was an assistant from a team that has a proven O-line, then I'm all for it, but I am worried the Bengals are't going to let Pollack go.

[claptonrocks]

1 hour ago, Jamie_B said:

My only concern with Mims is he is not as experienced as the other guys as he is fairly new to football. 

 

If you tell me we get a new O-line coach that was an assistant from a team that has a proven O-line, then I'm all for it, but I am worried the Bengals are't going to let Pollack go.

On Pollack..

He had the reputation of building good olines.

 

I haven't seen one lineman he's improved by any means.

Are all the Oline prospects busts or aren't they getting proper technique training?

 

He may be back but Id rather move in from him.

 

Yes Mims is a bit raw but everything is there for him to be an impact OT with proper training.

 

Muaga is a beast in the run game.

Either would be a fine selection for me..

 

Kool-Aid may be in their agenda as well..

[New Jersey Bengal]

8 minutes ago, claptonrocks said:

On Pollack..

He had the reputation of building good olines.

 

I haven't seen one lineman he's improved by any means.

Are all the Oline prospects busts or aren't they getting proper technique training?

 

He may be back but Id rather move in from him.

 

Yes Moms is a bit raw but everything is there for him to be an impact OT with proper training.

 

Muaga is a beast in the run game.

Either would be a fine selection for me..

 

Kool-Aid may be in their agenda as well..

So agree on pollack 

[Jamie_B]

20 minutes ago, claptonrocks said:

On Pollack..

He had the reputation of building good olines.

 

I haven't seen one lineman he's improved by any means.

Are all the Oline prospects busts or aren't they getting proper technique training?

 

He may be back but Id rather move in from him.

 

Yes Moms is a bit raw but everything is there for him to be an impact OT with proper training.

 

Muaga is a beast in the run game.

Either would be a fine selection for me..

 

Kool-Aid may be in their agenda as well..

 

 

Not only that some of the guys we brought in seem like they have regressed. Like we have 3 guys on the line that have won Superbowls and we cant get this right?

[New Jersey Bengal]

5 minutes ago, Jamie_B said:

 

 

Not only that some of the guys we brought in seem like they have regressed. Like we have 3 guys on the line that have won Superbowls and we cant get this right?

His time is done

[Jamie_B]

Just now, New Jersey Bengal said:

His time is done

 

Let's hope

[spicoli]

3 hours ago, High School Harry said:

is their draft order and teams correct?

Pick 1-18 are set. Bengals are the last non-playoff team to draft. 

[IKOTA]

Stupid. Won games to their detriment. Should have played young guys and no veterans, finished 6-11 at best (worst) and had a top 6 pick. Now you draft 18.  
 

Jake Browning isn’t taking this team anywhere, even if they snuck in the playoffs. Get the highest draft pick possible. Instead they won 4 irrelevant games to move down 10+ spots. Dumb 

[|High School Harry|]

1 hour ago, spicoli said:

Pick 1-18 are set. Bengals are the last non-playoff team to draft. 

Yeah, right.

Just saying this draft has them picking 17 and Seattle, not Jacksonville at 16.

 

[Le Tigre]

[Cricket]

55 minutes ago, IKOTA said:

Stupid. Won games to their detriment. Should have played young guys and no veterans, finished 6-11 at best (worst) and had a top 6 pick. Now you draft 18.  
 

Jake Browning isn’t taking this team anywhere, even if they snuck in the playoffs. Get the highest draft pick possible. Instead they won 4 irrelevant games to move down 10+ spots. Dumb 

Good point, but it’s not quite that simple.  The “tank” mentality can have a detrimental effect on your locker room, as well as on your ability to attract free agents.  

[spicoli]

11 minutes ago, High School Harry said:

Yeah, right.

Just saying this draft has them picking 17 and Seattle, not Jacksonville at 16.

 

Well then why are you asking if the order is correct? 🤷‍♂️

[|High School Harry|]

Just now, spicoli said:

Well then why are you asking if the order is correct? 🤷‍♂️

don't they pick 18th, not 17th?

[spicoli]

Yes. They pick 18th…the last of the non-playoff teams. They might have had that draft done before Sunday but didn’t publish it until today. 

[Jamie_B]

47 minutes ago, Le Tigre said:

 

 

[sparky151]

That draft order was where things stood before this past weekend's games. We'll be picking at 18 in the first round. Mims would be a good pick for the Bengals. We could also use an inexpensive veteran swing tackle for coverage since Carman and Smith haven't shown anything. Though maybe the Bengals think they have that guy in Ford. I'd like someone a bit better than Ford, such as George Fant, Cam Fleming, Jermaine Eluemenor, or Morgan Moses. 

[|High School Harry|]

2 minutes ago, sparky151 said:

That draft order was where things stood before this past weekend's games. We'll be picking at 18 in the first round. Mims would be a good pick for the Bengals. We could also use an inexpensive veteran swing tackle for coverage since Carman and Smith haven't shown anything. Though maybe the Bengals think they have that guy in Ford. I'd like someone a bit better than Ford, such as George Fant, Cam Fleming, Jermaine Eluemenor, or Morgan Moses. 

Doubt if Carman and Smith are here next year.

[Le Tigre]

3 minutes ago, High School Harry said:

Doubt if Carman and Smith are here next year.

Flounder still has a year left on his deal. Who knows? 

[Le Tigre]

19 minutes ago, Jamie_B said:

 

 

So, you don’t like winning? 
 

[Jamie_B]

2 minutes ago, Le Tigre said:

So, you don’t like winning? 
 

 

 

[I_C_Deadpeople]

11 minutes ago, Le Tigre said:

Flounder still has a year left on his deal. Who knows? 

Hobs needs Cartman so he can write his annual “he is really in great shape” story and pretend the player will actually turn the corner.