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2024 NFL Mock Draft: Complete First-Round Draft Guide Picks 1-32

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32. Kansas City Chiefs – Graham Barton (OL)
Fresh off back-to-back Super Bowl wins, the Kansas City Chiefs can address their offensive line needs by drafting Graham Barton. The 21-year-old allowed just two sacks in 2023 while playing for Duke as their starting left tackle.

-Sameer Murji

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1. Chicago Bears – Caleb Williams (QB)
All signs point to the Chicago Bears kicking off the 2024 NFL Draft by selecting Caleb Williams. The top QB prospect in this draft class gives the Bears a fresh start at quarterback as they look to compete in the NFC North.

-Zack Cook

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2. Washington Commanders – Jayden Daniels (QB)
The Washington Commanders are in a new era with a new name, new owner, and a new stadium on the way. However, they need a player to become the face of the franchise. Holding the second pick, despite rumors that Jayden Daniels would rather not play in Washington, he still has to be the pick. He’ll immediately lift up a franchise that’s struggled for so long while giving the Commanders a quarterback to build around that they’ve awaited.

-Ben DiGiacomo
3. New England Patriots – Drake Maye (QB)
What better way to usher in a new era for the New England Patriots than to draft an exciting franchise quarterback? Over the past couple of years, we've seen the best Drake Maye has to offer at North Carolina, and the Patriots will benefit from this for years to come.

-Grant White
4. Arizona Cardinals – Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR)
Marvin Harrison Jr., the projected top wide receiver in the draft, fits nicely with the fourth overall pick from the Arizona Cardinals. This addresses the teams glaring hole on offense, as Harrison Jr. can slot right into the WR1 role and give Kyler Murray a dynamic option.

-Sameer Murji
5. Los Angeles Chargers – Malik Nabers (WR)
After cutting costs in their wide receiver room this offseason, Jim Harbaugh and company begin their new tenure in Los Angeles by selecting a dynamic weapon in Malik Nabers. There's no doubt Justin Herbert approves of this after losing two of his top targets.

-Zack Cook
6. New York Giants – Rome Odunze (WR)
The New York Giants have not kept it a secret that they covet a wide receiver in this draft. While it wouldn’t surprise anyone if they traded up to land a quarterback, if they stay at six, it’s apparent that the best wide receiver on the board is theirs. Harrison Jr. and Nabers are off the board, meaning Rome Odunze, you are a New York Giant.

-Ben DiGiacomo
7. Tennessee Titans – Joe Alt (OL)
Great news Will Levis! The Tennessee Titans are done sacrificing you to the Football Gods. Joe Alt fills an immediate position of need for the Titans, protecting Levis for years to come.

-Grant White
8. Atlanta Falcons – Dallas Turner (LB)
Dallas Turner, the SEC's 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, should be on his way to joining the Atlanta Falcons. Recording ten sacks on the season, Turner is one of the most highly touted defenders in the draft. With Turner's defensive prowess and versatility, he could bolster Atlanta's pass rush and become a cornerstone of their defense for years to come.

-Sameer Murji
9. Chicago Bears – Jered Verse (DL)
With their second first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Bears can go in multiple directions. If they opt to boost their offensive line, the prospects are there to do that. In saying that, adding Jered Verse to this defense gives them an element they've been lacking, and they ultimately settle on that here.

-Zack Cook
10. New York Jets – Brock Bowers (TE)
As long as Aaron Rodgers is under center for the New York Jets, getting as many weapons around him as possible must be the priority. Brock Bowers is the best non-WR playmaker in this draft, and he would add another level of playmaking to this Jets’ offense that can’t get enough of it in the AFC.

-Ben DiGiacomo
11. Minnesota Vikings – J.J. McCarthy (QB)
One way or another, the Minnesota Vikings are leaving with their franchise quarterback in the opening round. The best-case scenario, they snag J.J. McCarthy with the 11th overall selection and keep the 23rd overall pick, too.

-Grant White
12. Denver Broncos – Bo Nix (QB)
The Denver Broncos need a quarterback, and they might take a chance with Bo Nix with the 12th overall pick. His playstyle fits Sean Payton’s scheme, and he has one of the most accurate and powerful arms in the draft.

-Sameer Murji
13. Las Vegas Raiders – Michael Penix Jr. (QB)
The Las Vegas Raiders need to find their new face of the franchise at quarterback. Whether that's Michael Penix Jr. or not remains to be seen, but where there's smoke, there's often fire. The Raiders must get this pick right, and developing Penix Jr. becomes the priority.

-Zack Cook
14. New Orleans Saints – Olu Fashanu (OL)
The New Orleans Saints offensive line is a complete mess, and as they’ve struggled to find a definitive answer at left tackle. Using their 14th pick on who they view as the best offensive tackle on the board would be their best bet to protect Derek Carr. Olu Fashanu will be an immediate Day 1 starter at left tackle and likely won’t have to be moved for the next decade.

-Ben DiGiacomo
15. Indianapolis Colts – Quinyon Mitchell (DB)
The Indianapolis Colts rebuilt their offense via the draft; now it's time to focus on their defense. Quinyon Mitchell is the best secondary player available, and the Colts should waste no time on their way to the podium to draft him.

-Grant White
16. Seattle Seahawks – Taliese Fuaga (OL)
If Taliese Fuaga falls to the 16th pick, the Seattle Seahawks will give him a hard look. This would be a match made in heaven, as the Seahawks are desperate to upgrade their line. The First-Team All-American is the most physical blocker in the draft and has only allowed one sack over the past two years.

-Sameer Murji
17. Jacksonville Jaguars – Brian Thomas Jr. (WR)
Although the Jacksonville Jaguars could address other real needs with this selection, it's hard to see them passing up the upside that Brian Thomas Jr. offers them at this point in the first round.

-Zack Cook
18. Cincinnati Bengals – JC Latham (OL)
Continuing to add to Joe Burrow’s protection up front needs to be the focus of the Cincinnati Bengals. In this deep draft class of offensive linemen, JC Latham would give the Bengals a great backup swing tackle at the minimum, given that Trent Brown isn’t a lock to start at right tackle anyway.

-Ben DiGiacomo
19. LA Rams – Laiatu Latu (DL)
There's no replacing Aaron Donald on the Los Angeles Rams defensive line, but Laiatu Latu is the best they can do in this draft.

-Grant White

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20. Pittsburgh Steelers – Terrion Arnold (DB)
This is another case of a player being too good to pass on at this point. Pittsburgh will consider Terrion Arnold if he is still available at 20th overall. Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin is salivating at the thought of pairing Arnold with Joey Porter Jr. to solidify the Steeler's secondary.

-Sameer Murji
21. Miami Dolphins – Troy Fautanu (OL)
The Miami Dolphins' priority entering the 2024 NFL Draft has to revolve around upgrading their offensive line and keeping Tua Tagovailoa on his feet. Troy Fautanu immediately fits in on their offensive line and becomes a Day 1 starter for Miami.

-Zack Cook
22. Philadelphia Eagles – Byron Murphy (DL)
The Philadelphia Eagles are known for building through the trenches, and after Fletcher Cox retired this offseason, the Eagles certainly wouldn’t mind adding another defensive tackle to the mix to pair with Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis. With Davis serving more as a run-stopper, adding an interior pass-rusher like Byron Murphy alongside Carter would wreak havoc on opposing offensive lines for years to come.

-Ben DiGiacomo
23. Minnesota Vikings – Payton Wilson (LB)
The Vikings have moved on from several noteworthy defensive players over the past few seasons. Still, they can replace some of that lost production by drafting Payton Wilson with the 23rd selection.

-Grant White
24. Dallas Cowboys – Amarius Mims (OL)
Amarius Mims has the potential to be one of the best in the game at his position. With a strong need to improve their offensive line, the Dallas Cowboys should draft the most talented tackle left on the board. Mims didn’t allow a single sack through his eight games played, and is built like a truck at 6 '8, 310 pounds.

-Sameer Murji
25. Green Bay Packers - Cooper DeJean (DB)
The Green Bay Packers continue to look for fresh talent to develop in their secondary. Cooper DeJean presents an excellent piece to build around for a new look Green Bay defense.

-Zack Cook
26. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Edgerrin Cooper (LB)
Devin White is no longer in Tampa Bay, and Lavonte David is getting old, meaning the Bucs need a linebacker. Edgerrin Cooper is widely viewed as one of the top linebackers in this draft, and the Bucs have shown no hesitation in using a first-round pick on a linebacker when they need one.

-Ben DiGiacomo
27. Arizona Cardinals – Jer'Zhan Newton (DL)
Two-time All-American and reigning Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, Jer'Zhan Newton, would be a monumental addition for any team this late in the first round. Considering the state of their defense, the Arizona Cardinals can't afford to pass Newton up.

-Grant White
28. Buffalo Bills – Adonai Mitchell (WR)
Buffalo has made it clear they want to prioritize wide receivers in this draft, leading to Adonai Mitchell being the selection with 28th pick in the draft. Mitchell has size, speed, and is a strong route runner who has a knack for big plays.

-Sameer Murji
29. Detroit Lions – Kool-Aid McKinstry (DB)
Even though an injury prevented Kool-Aid McKinstry from participating in combine testing, this prospects talent level remains very evident. As the Detroit Lions look to improve their secondary, McKinstry jumps off the page at this point in the first round as a strong value.

-Zack Cook
30. Baltimore Ravens – Tyler Guyton (OL)
It’s clear and obvious that the Baltimore Ravens would like to use their first-round pick on an offensive tackle. Given how deep this draft is at this position, the Ravens likely won't hesitate to hand in the card for whoever they view as the best offensive tackle on the board. If Tyler Guyton ends up available here, the Ravens will rush to the podium.

-Ben DiGiacomo
31. San Francisco 49ers – Nate Wiggins (CB)
The San Francisco 49ers hosted Nate Wiggins for a pre-draft workout, signaling their intent to consider the former Clemson standout. However, that's assuming a lot, as several other teams with secondary needs could step up to draft the talented cornerback before the 31st pick.

-Grant White
32. Kansas City Chiefs – Graham Barton (OL)
Fresh off back-to-back Super Bowl wins, the Kansas City Chiefs can address their offensive line needs by drafting Graham Barton. The 21-year-old allowed just two sacks in 2023 while playing for Duke as their starting left tackle.

-Sameer Murji

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1. Chicago Bears – Caleb Williams (QB)
All signs point to the Chicago Bears kicking off the 2024 NFL Draft by selecting Caleb Williams. The top QB prospect in this draft class gives the Bears a fresh start at quarterback as they look to compete in the NFC North.

-Zack Cook

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2024 NFL Mock Draft: Complete First-Round Draft Guide Picks 1-32

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