Certain players have been selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft Thursday night in Detroit.
1. Chicago Bears (via trade with Carolina) – Caleb Williams, QB, 6-foot-1, 214 pounds, USC.
Scouting report: Mahomes-esque traits with the instincts, mobility and arm talent to breakdown a defense even when it does everything right. He won the 2022 Heisman Trophy award. However, can h play within a structure?
2. Washington Commanders – Jayden Daniels, QB, 6-3, 210, LSU
Scouting report: Accurate deep passer and explosive runner with a slender frame. The 2023 Heisman Trophy winner scrambles to run, not necessarily to create opportunities to pass.
3. New England Patriots – Drake Maye, QB, 6-4, 223, North Carolina.
Scouting report: Size, arm strength and athleticism are great. Can make a variety of throws with accuracy, but it could be reckless.
4. Arizona Cardinals – Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, 6-3, 209, Ohio State
Scouting report: Precise route-runner with superb body control. Strong and explosive. Not elusive after the catch and blocking should be more consistent.
5. Los Angeles Chargers – Joe Alt, OT, 6-8, 321, Notre Dame
Scouting report: Technically sound, huge and strong. Solid NFL starter.
6. New York Giants – Malik Nabers, WR, 6-2, 199, LSU
Smooth deep threat with breakaway acceleration,but he would need more work on that.
7. Tennessee Titans – JC Latham, OT, 6-5, 342, Alabama
Scouting report: Massive and dominant run blocking right tackle who at times struggled to recover.
8. Atlanta Falcons – Michael Penix Jr., QB, 6-2, 216, Washington
Scouting report: Prolific left-handed passer with accuracy and arm strength to attack the whole field. Prone to consistent injury.
9. Chicago Bears – Rome Odunze, WR, 6-2, 212, Washington
Scouting report: Exceptional ball skills and reliable hands. Not explosive but consistent.
10. Minnesota Vikings (via trade with New York Jets) – J.J. McCarthy, QB, 6-2, 219, Michigan
Scouting report:Good physique and maturity. However he is not yet tested.
11. New York Jets (via trade with Minnesota) – Olu Fashanu, OT, 6-6, 312, Penn State
Scouting report: Checks all the boxes for size, athleticism and character. But still young and inexperienced.
12. Denver Broncos – Bo Nix, QB, 6-2, 215, Oregon
Scouting report: One of the most experienced quarterbacks to ever come out of college with a record 61 career starts. The 24-year-old Auburn transfer has good mobility and solid arm strength.
13. Las Vegas Raiders – Brock Bowers, TE, 6-3, 243, Georgia
Scouting report: Elite athlete, with excellent hands and the speed and toughness to turn routine plays into huge gains after the catch. A bit undersized.
14. New Orleans Saints – Taliese Fuaga, OT, 6-5, 324, Oregon State
Scouting report: Powerful run blocker who plays with excellent balance. Average athleticism and wingspan.
15. Indianapolis Colts – Laiatu Latu, DE, 6-4, 259, UCLA
Scouting report: Skilled and technically proficient pass rusher with good size. Needs consistent work.
