MOCK DRAFT / 2.0
February 25th, 2024
1
Caleb Williams
The move away from Justin Fields, no matter which QB you are drafting, is obvious. Reset the clock and allow the better player to turn your franchise around. Williams is a no-brainer in this offense and will instantly make Chicago competitive.
QB | USC | 6'1 | 215
2
Drake Maye
With a new regime in place, the Commanders quickly find their franchise QB. Maye is a big, strong, and prototypical passer with a ton of athletic upside. He'll instantly provide the much needed jolt that this football team has been looking for.
QB | UNC | 6'4 | 230
3
Jayden Daniels
The Patriots have been desperately lacking blue-chip talent and athleticism for years. Daniels will quickly change that narrative--providing a high-upside spark plug at the most important position in football. They'll need to spend some capital to construct the roster, but they can't pass up on a QB.
QB | LSU | 6'4 | 210
4
Marvin Harrison Jr.
With 3 QBs going right away, the Cardinals are left with an easy decision. Draft arguably the greatest WR prospect of all-time and reignite this once-scary passing attack. The arm of Murray & the tools of Harrison Jr. will be a sight to see.
WR | OHIO STATE | 6'4 | 205
Carolina Panthers
5
Brock Bowers
Harbaugh & Roman have a history of utilizing the TE position. The possible cap-casualty of Mike Williams could determine if its Nabers or Bowers here. Bowers is a generational prospect who will instantly provide an identity to this team. Herbert and Bowers will dominate for years to come.
TE | GEORGIA | 6'4 | 240
6
Malik Nabers
The Giants haven't been able to find a true difference maker at the WR position. They thought Darren Waller could help solve that, but to no avail. They need a do-it-all guy who can instantly provide excitement and production. Nabers is exactly that.
WR | LSU | 6'0 | 200
7
Joe Alt
Although I'm not high on Levis, it was difficult to play behind that offensive line. By adding Alt to the OL group, you're getting an elite protector for a decade plus. The tandem of Alt & Skoronski instantly creates a young tandem in the trenches.
OT | NOTRE DAME | 6'8 | 315
8
JJ McCarthy
Whether you like it or not, JJ McCarthy will be going high in this year's draft. The Falcons have said that QB will be a huge priority this offseason. With an up & coming young roster, McCarthy could be the high-level game manager who becomes the last piece of this exciting puzzle.
QB | MICHIGAN | 6'3 | 202
9
Rome Odunze
I think Braxton Jones is good enough to pass up an OT here. Odunze, the big and physical pass-catcher, is the perfect compliment to DJ Moore, the dynamic and elusive one. The trio of Williams, Moore, and Odunze will instantly create energy in Chicago
WR | WASHINGTON | 6'3 | 215
10
Olu Fashanu
The Jets can't make the same mistake as last year and ignore the OT position. It's an urgent need. Fashanu is a no-brainer here. His well-rounded and powerful skillset will help Aaron Rodgers have the storybook season he always wanted.
OT | PENN STATE | 6'6 | 319
11
Jared Verse
If Kirk Cousins goes elsewhere - this pick could be much different. But for now, with Minnesota looks to replenish their deteriorating DL core. What better way to do that than by adding the tough, technical, and skilled Verse.
EDGE | FLORIDA ST. | 6'4 | 260
12
Dallas Turner
Payton would love to invigorate this offense, but with all the top propsects off the board, Denver turns to the other side of the ball. Turner is a versatile, athletic, and high-upside EDGE rusher who can help turn around this Broncos defense.
EDGE | ALABAMA | 6'4 | 242
13
Terrion Arnold
Antonio Pierce will want to establish the Raider's defensive identity. Right now their CB group is depleted, to say the least. Arnold is a prototypical CB1 who has the length, technical cover skills, and IQ to revamp the Las Vegas secondary
CB | ALABAMA | 6'0 | 196
14
JC Latham
With Ryan Ramczyk getting older and less healthy, and Trevor Penning not showing up yet, the Saints look to upgrade their offensive line--a unit that has enabled their previous success over the years. Latham is an enormous and skilled tackle who can give this offense a much needed identity.
OT | ALABAMA | 6'6 | 360
15
Cooper DeJean
The Colts have some promising young pieces in this secondary, but they're severely lacking a true #1 guy. DeJean is a hyper-versatile playmaker who can do a little bit of everything at a high level. He'll instantly uplift this DB group.
CB | IOWA | 6'1 | 207
16
Jackson Powers-Johnson
Seattle has good young building blocks at the OT position, but their interior line completely lacks it. Mike McDonald witnessed the first-hand impact of Tyler Linderbaum in Baltimore and will look to replicate that with the best IOL in this year's draft.
OC | OREGON | 6'3 | 320
17
Brian Thomas Jr.
This pick will likely be determined by the status of Calvin Ridley. If he decides to leave, expect the Jaguars to quickly replace him and find Trevor Lawrence a true WR1 that he can grow with. Thomas is a high-upside pick with all the tools to become an elite weapon in the NFL.
WR | LSU | 6'4 | 205
18
Taliese Fuaga
The Bengals finally do it. No veteran free-agents, no bargain contracts, just a young and talented offensive tackle who can truly keep Joe Burrow healthy. Fuaga has the build and skills to become a lockdown tackle at the next level.
OT | OREGON ST. | 6'6 | 334
19
Nate Wiggins
The Rams just infused their D-line with great talent in the 2023 draft. Now, they do the same to the back-end of the defense. Wiggins is a lean and athletic corner who can become a big-time playmaker at the next level. They desperately need some real talent in this group.
CB | CLEMSON | 6'2 | 185
20
Amarius Mims
The Steelers finally invested in their O-line last year with the selection of Broderick Jones. They go down the same avenue once again, turning their weakness into a strength. One of Mims or Jones would need to switch to LT, but for two developmental players, this shouldn't be a problem.
OT | GEORIGA | 6'7 | 340
21
Graham Barton
If Mike McDaniel wants to continue dominating in this unique scheme, he'll need to upgrade the offensive line unit. Barton is an extremely versatile, talented, smart, and tough lineman who can play any spot you need him to.
OL | DUKE | 6'5 | 314
22
Quinyon Mitchell
The Eagles secondary is no longer a strength. They need young talent. Mitchell has taken the draft process by storm so far and would be a great addition to this Philadelphia secondary. My pro comparison for him is Darius Slay.
CB | TOLEDO | 6'0 | 196
23
Laiatu Laitu
After slightly slipping down the board due to medical concerns, the Texans add arguably the best pass-rusher in the draft. Laitu and Anderson would instantly form one of the best young EDGE rusher tandems in the entire league.
EDGE | UCLA | 6'5 | 265
24
Tyler Guyton
With Tyron Smith's future in question, it's time for the Cowboys to maintain their dominant O-line identity. Guyton has some developing to do, but his upside is undeniable. Dallas has a great track record with players like this.
OT | OKLAHOMA | 6'7 | 327
25
Jordan Morgan
The Packers have a huge hole at both OT spots. For Lafleur's impressive system to keep moving, they're going to need to address this. Morgan is an athletic, mobile, and versatile prospect who would fit perfectly into this passing attack.
OT | ARIZONA | 6'5 | 325
26
Chop Robinson
What was once a dominant unit is now slowly deteriorating. Chop Robinson is a maniacal/high-motor EDGE rusher who will fit Todd Bowles' trigger-happy defense and continue the Buccaneer's up-front success.
EDGE | PENN STATE | 6'3 | 250
27
Byron Murphy II
After going offense at pick 4, Jonathan Gannon finally gets his young defensive talent. Murphy instantly plugs a big hole in the interior of Arizona, and gives them a building block up-front.
DL | TEXAS | 6'1 | 308
28
Troy Franklin
Whether Diggs is in Buffalo or not, the Bills need to add another WR to get over the hump. Franklin has the length and speed to be a go-to big play target for Josh Allen.
WR | OREGON | 6'3 | 187
29
Kool-Aid McKinstry
The Lions need to add more talent to this defense, specifically at the CB position. McKinstry is a big, physical, smart, tough, and battle-tested prospect who can fit right into this Detroit culture.
CB | ALABAMA | 6'1 | 195
30
Darius Robinson
Baltimore is known for this kind of pick. Robinson is a high-upside EDGE rusher with amazing versatility. His landing spot with the Ravens could be the outcome he needs to turn this potential into production.
EDGE | MISSOURI | 6'5 | 296
31
Ennis Rakestraw Jr.
With most top offensive lineman off the board, the 49ers add to their secondary. Rakestraw is a highly skilled cornerback who takes pride in his craft. He can beat you in man coverage or help you in run support.
CB | MISSOURI | 6'0 | 188 |
32
Ladd McConkey
Although they got the job done, the Chiefs were clearly lacking a go-to WR1. McConkey is arguably the best route-runner in the class and would simply be unfair with Mahomes. He is the perfect compliment to Rashee Rice.