2024 NFL Mock Draft: Bears replace Justin Fields with Panthers pick, add WR; Pats, Giants also go QB in top 10
Let's go crazy at the quarterback position
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OK, so we haven't had six quarterbacks in the first round in the NFL Draft since 1983. You know what I say to that? Let's make it happen again! The planets have aligned for the 2024 draft to be oozing with top-tier quarterback talent and, vitally, there will be plenty of teams looking to draft a young passer.
While I'm not insinuating no trades or free agent adds will occur at the quarterback spot in the offseason, the Ryan Tannehill-to-the-Titans trend has worn off after the vast majority of veteran quarterback acquisitions have flopped since his revitalization in Tennessee.
Important: The draft order now is determined by the current, official draft order. Thanks to Tankathon for compiling it.
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NFL Mock Draft
Round 1
Round 1 - Pick 1
This might not be as much of a lock anymore, but the Cardinals here don't pass on the uber-high upside of Williams.
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From
Carolina Panthers
Round 1 - Pick 2
Unless Justin Fields makes clear-cut strides in the second half of the season, it'll be hard to envision the Bears not selecting a quarterback with one of these first two picks.
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Round 1 - Pick 3
Harrison is too tantalizing of a prospect at a marquee position for the Bears to pass on him here. Home run pairing for Chicago with these back-to-back picks.
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Round 1 - Pick 4
Nix has built on a strong 2022 at Oregon with a stellar super senior season, and his physical gifts make him a possible top five pick.
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Mock Trade from
New England Patriots
Round 1 - Pick 5
Sean Payton knows how vital having a super-steady left tackle is, so he makes an aggressive move to get the best blocker in this class.
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Round 1 - Pick 6
There are plenty of Aaron Donald similarities with Newton rushing from the inside. Natural pick here.
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Round 1 - Pick 7
The Packers make an offensive line investment with this powerful Pac-12 blocker. It's time for a top-tier talent up front in Green Bay.
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Round 1 - Pick 8
Odunze looks like the most physically intimidating receiver prospect in college football. Perfect replacement for Mike Evans.
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Mock Trade from
Denver Broncos
Round 1 - Pick 9
The Patriots net a 2025 second-round pick, a 2024 fourth-round pick and Baron Browning in this trade and still land a talented quarterback prospect inside the top 10.
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Round 1 - Pick 11
Robinson has freaky burst, bend, and enough handwork to go this high to a team in need of a serious edge presence.
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Round 1 - Pick 12
In this case, the Commanders would have three springy tight ends in Bowers, Logan Thomas and John Bates for Sam Howell.
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Round 1 - Pick 13
The Colts have to infuse the receiver group with more young talent, and Coleman is a no-nonsense rebounder on the perimeter.
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Round 1 - Pick 14
The new chapter in Raiders franchise history starts with Daniels, a former five-star recruit who's been sensational in his two seasons at LSU.
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From
Houston Texans
Round 1 - Pick 15
He's not Marvin Harrison Jr., but Nabers brings it on all three levels and would be a fantastic addition to the Cardinals offense.
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Round 1 - Pick 16
Fautanu is a masher at tackle whose presence would have a sizable ripple effect on the Jets offense.
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Round 1 - Pick 17
Ideal pairing here. Taylor has All-Pro talent and the Chargers have to get sturdier in the middle of their defensive line.
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Round 1 - Pick 18
Given the age of their safeties, the Bills go with Nubin, a ballhawk who can make an impact on three downs thanks to his instincts and athleticism.
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Round 1 - Pick 19
Another wideout for Derek Carr -- who just so happens to hail from Ohio State.
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Round 1 - Pick 20
The Vikings go with the super-aggressive Penix to man what should be a high-powered offense in Minnesota. Long balls galore.
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Round 1 - Pick 21
Kinchens is a high-caliber safety prospect with the ability to range from the deep middle and deliver tone-setting hits against the run.
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Round 1 - Pick 22
The Steelers reunite Joey Porter Jr. with his Nittany Lion teammate at cornerback. King has first-round talent.
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From
Cleveland Browns
Round 1 - Pick 23
McKinstry is too gifted with too impressive of a resume for the Texans to pass on him here.
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Round 1 - Pick 24
Legette's YAC speciality will make him a fun addition to this Bengals offense.
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Round 1 - Pick 25
The Seahawks get a freaky specimen at the linebacker spot next to Jordyn Brooks.
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Round 1 - Pick 26
Barton is a squeaky clean prospect who could help a 49ers offensive line that has struggled during Trent Williams' injury absence.
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Round 1 - Pick 27
The Dolphins have to plan ahead at left tackle, and Morgan is having a phenomenal pass-protection season for the Wildcats.
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Round 1 - Pick 28
Might seem unnecessary for the Jaguars to draft another edge rusher. But in today's AFC, you can never have too many defenders who can pressure the quarterback.
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Round 1 - Pick 29
The Lions clearly have a thing for legitimately versatile secondary members, and that's precisely what the opportunistic DeJean can be in Detroit.
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Round 1 - Pick 30
The Ravens will gladly select Verse here late in Round 1. He showcased top-half, first-round talent in 2022, his first season in the FBS.
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Round 1 - Pick 31
The Chiefs scare everyone by selecting a small and super-speedy wideout near the end of the first round.
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Round 1 - Pick 32
The Eagles adore addressing the trenches early, and Trice is one of the most polished rushers in the class.
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