The NFL Draft is finally here. After months of speculation and evaluation, these teams will finally take the stage in Detroit Michigan and make their selections. It is an exciting time for players, fans and front offices alike.
Now is the time for us as those who cover the draft to stand up and plant our flag as well. After dozens of mock drafts throughout the process, we are finally to the point where we make our final predictions. And although you might say you are tired of the mock drafts and are ready for the real deal, there is always room for just one more.
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Of course, even the best in the world at this might only get a third of these types of predictions correct. There are just too many variables to accurately forecast what is going to happen. Regardless, we make our best attempt.
It’s all a matter of matching players up with the right fit. The system a team runs and the needs they have on their roster play a massive part in that process. Combine that with reports from trusted journalists who have connections throughout the league and that makes up the best process I can go by.
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So without further ado, here is my 2024 final predictive first round mock draft.
Chicago Bears (via Carolina) – Caleb Williams, Quarterback, USC
Washington Commanders – Jayden Daniels, Quarterback, LSU
Minnesota Vikings (Via New England) – Drake Maye, Quarterback, North Carolina
Arizona Cardinals – Marvin Harrison Jr, WR, Ohio State
Los Angeles Chargers – Taliese Fuaga, Offensive Tackle, Oregon State
New York Giants – Rome Odunze, Wide Receiver, Washington
Tennessee Titans – Joe Alt, Offensive Tackle, Notre Dame