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2024 NFL Draft Tracker: Live Updated First Round Results and Analysis

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1. Caleb Williams (QB) - Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears kicked off the 2024 NFL Draft in style by selecting Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. Williams leads a promising new era of football in Chicago, where the Bears hope to return to the postseason for the first time since 2020.

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2. Jayden Daniels (QB) - Washington Commanders
It's no secret that the Washington Commanders have been searching for a new franchise quarterback. The Commanders get their guy in Jayden Daniels, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner. Daniels represents the first major building block of this regime.

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3. Drake Maye (QB) - New England Patriots
The New England Patriots have selected Drake Maye with the third overall pick. Maye gives the Patriots their best option at quarterback since Tom Brady departed for Tampa Bay.

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4. Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR) - Arizona Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals have selected WR Marvin Harrison Jr. with the fourth overall pick. Harrison Jr. gives the Cardinals a dynamic receiver to build their offense around.

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5. Joe Alt (OL) - Los Angeles Chargers
The first pick of the Jim Harbaugh era is in. The Los Angeles Chargers have selected OL Joe Alt with the fifth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

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6. Malik Nabers (WR) - New York Giants
The New York Giants have a new WR1. The Giants selected explosive wide receiver Malik Nabers with the sixth overall pick.

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7. JC Latham (OL) - Tennessee Titans
The Tennessee Titans are adding to the trenches for their young signal-caller. With the seventh overall pick, the Titans selected OL JC Latham out of Alabama.

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8. Michael Penix Jr. (QB) - Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons shock everyone by picking Michael Penix Jr. much earlier than most predicted.

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9. Rome Odunze (WR) - Chicago Bears
Caleb Williams gets paired with Penix's former top wideout at Washington as Rome Odunze goes to Chicago.

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10. J.J. McCarthy (QB) - Minnesota Vikings
Expected to go as high as the second or third quarterback of the night, J.J. McCarthy avoids falling out of the top 10 and lands in Minnesota.

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11. Olu Fashanu (OL) - New York Jets
Olumuyiwa Fashanu will be protecting Aaron Rodgers in New York with a much-improved Jets team.

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12. Bo Nix (QB) - Denver Broncos
Another surprise as Bo Nix goes earlier than most expected and will be tasked with replacing Russell Wilson in Denver.

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13. Brock Bowers (TE) - Las Vegas Raiders
As expected, Brock Bowers is the first tight end off the board and will be wearing the silver and black in Las Vegas this season.

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14. Taliese Fuaga (OL) - New Orleans Saints
In the 2024 NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints made their choice official by picking Taliese Fuaga, Oregon State's standout offensive lineman, with the 14th pick. Fuaga's selection as the fourth offensive lineman within the top 14 picks underscores a noticeable shift in this year's draft strategy, focusing on strengthening the offensive line.

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15. Laiatu Latu (EDGE) - Indianapolis Colts
In a strategic decision during the 2024 NFL Draft, the Indianapolis Colts secured UCLA's edge rusher Laiatu Latu with their 15th overall selection. This choice is notable as it represents the first defensive player to be picked within the top 15 of this year's draft, indicating a strategic pivot towards defense after a series of drafts heavily focused on offensive talents, especially quarterbacks.

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16. Byron Murphy II (DT) - Seattle Seahawks
Byron Murphy II joins the Seattle Seahawks after a successful college career at Texas.

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17. Dallas Turner (LB) - Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings have bolstered their defense by choosing Dallas Turner, a prominent edge rusher and linebacker from Alabama, with the 17th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. This selection followed a tactical trade with Jacksonville, enabling the Vikings to acquire their second significant addition of the evening. Earlier, they had ascended to the 10th overall pick to select quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

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18. Amarius Mims (OL) - Cincinnati Bengals
In a move that wasn't flashy but was certainly calculated, the Cincinnati Bengals strengthened their offensive line by selecting Amarius Mims from Georgia. This pick was timely, as the Bengals were looking to compensate for the loss of Jonah Williams, who left via free agency. Despite being relatively injury-free last season, Cincinnati's offensive line struggled, evidenced by their 26th ranking by Pro Football Focus.

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19. Jared Verse (EDGE) - LA Rams
In an impressive exhibition of defensive skill, Jared Verse shone brightly as the key player for the Florida State Seminoles during their opening game against the LSU Tigers. With his athletic prowess and commanding presence, Verse drew parallels to Myles Garrett, showcasing his critical role in the team's tactics. The Los Angeles Rams are optimistic that Verse will fill the void left by Aaron Donald's retirement.

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20. Troy Fautanu (OL) - Pittsburgh Steelers
In a strategic maneuver during the NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers secured Troy Fautanu, an offensive lineman hailing from Washington, marking him as the sixth lineman chosen in the first round. This selection is viewed as a tactical enhancement of their offensive front, aimed at rectifying the issues faced in their offensive strategy last season.

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21. Chop Robinson (EDGE), Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins, with the 21st pick, have made a significant addition to their defense by choosing Chop Robinson, a standout edge rusher from Penn State. Robinson has emerged as a versatile and improving player over his recent seasons, making a name for himself as a player to watch. As he makes the leap to the NFL, Dolphins enthusiasts and sports analysts are looking forward to his potential impact with great anticipation.

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22. Quinyon Mitchell (CB) - Philadelphia Eagles
This season, the Philadelphia Eagles strategically enhanced their lineup by choosing Quinyon Mitchell, a cornerback celebrated for his exceptional skills, as the 22nd pick in the NFL Draft. The draft represents a crucial opportunity for professional football teams to strengthen their squads with new, talented players.

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23. Brian Thomas Jr. (WR) - Jacksonville Jaguars
The second wideout from LSU taken in the first round, Brian Thomas Jr., will be paired up with Trevor Lawrence in Florida.

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24. Terrion Arnold (CB) - Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions have solidified their defense for years to come by picking Terrion Arnold as the 24th overall selection in the NFL Draft, after executing a well-planned trade with the Dallas Cowboys. Arnold, an exceptional cornerback hailing from the University of Alabama, has been recognized as the second cornerback to be chosen in the 2024 draft class.

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25. Jordan Morgan (OL) - Green Bay Packers
Selecting Jordan Morgan in the first round is viewed as a key move in bolstering quarterback Jordan Love’s performance, who exhibited significant progress last season. Even with challenges in their running game, the Packers are aiming to strengthen their offense. By bringing in Morgan, they anticipate improved blocking skills, which could raise the level of their running game to complement their passing attack.

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26. Graham Barton (C) - Tampa Bay Bucs
In a tactical decision aimed at bolstering their offensive line, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers chose Graham Barton, the distinguished center from Duke, with their 26th pick in the NFL Draft. Recognized as the top center of this year's draft cohort, Barton is expected to enhance the core strength and steadiness of the Buccaneers' line.

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27. Darius Robinson (EDGE) - Arizona Cardinals
Defying expectations, the Arizona Cardinals chose to focus on their defense by picking Darius Robinson with their second pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Although opinions were divided, Robinson was seen as a contender for the first round, yet his choice by the Cardinals at this particular juncture was somewhat unexpected according to betting analysts.

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28. Xavier Worthy (WR) - Kansas City Chiefs
In an unexpected turn of events at the 2024 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs made headlines by choosing Xavier Worthy, a standout wide receiver from Texas, as their 28th pick. Known for his remarkable speed, Worthy shattered combine records by completing the 40-yard dash in just 4.21 seconds, setting a new benchmark for speed. His rights were secured through a deal with the Buffalo Bills, a team that has found it challenging to overcome the Chiefs in the playoffs.

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29. Tyler Guyton (OL) - Dallas Cowboys
In a strategic decision during the 2024 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys chose Tyler Guyton, a standout player from the University of Oklahoma. This first-round selection is a key enhancement to the Cowboys' offensive strategy, reinforcing their roster as they aim to construct a team poised for sustained playoff success, while keeping Dak Prescott on the field.

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30. Nate Wiggins (CB) - Baltimore Ravens
In a surprising turn of events, the Baltimore Ravens made headlines by choosing Nate Wiggins, a cornerback, with their 30th overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft. Wiggins, seen as a player with potential for development, has made a mark in his college career but will have to prove he can adjust to the pro level.

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31. Ricky Pearsall (WR) - San Francisco 49ers
In what some analysts are calling a bit of a reach, the 49ers go wideout at 31, with Ricky Pearsall out of Florida.
32. Xavier Legette (WR) - Carolina Panthers
The Panthers follow San Fran's lead, selecting South Carolina Gamecocks wide receiver Xavier Legette with the final pick of the first round.

Legette marks the seventh wide receiver to be taken in the first round, exceeding the betting line of 6.5 wide receivers with significant odds in favor. Hailing from Columbia, Leggett now moves slightly north to join the Panthers in North Carolina, where he's expected to become a key figure for quarterback Bryce Young.
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1. Caleb Williams (QB) - Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears kicked off the 2024 NFL Draft in style by selecting Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. Williams leads a promising new era of football in Chicago, where the Bears hope to return to the postseason for the first time since 2020.

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