Prisco's 2024 NFL Mock Draft 2.0: Quarterbacks Dominate the Top Picks, Viking's Bold Move Up the Board
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In Pete Prisco's latest 2024 NFL Mock Draft 2.0, quarterbacks continue to be in high demand as four out of the top five picks are dedicated to securing talented signal-callers. Prisco's insights and predictions shed light on the potential draft strategies of several teams.
According to Prisco, the Chicago Bears are projected to make a splash by selecting USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. The Washington Commanders would follow suit by taking LSU's Jayden Daniels, while the New England Patriots would scoop up Michigan's J.J. McCarthy to bolster their quarterback depth.
Prisco's revised mock draft sees a change in the next pick, with the Arizona Cardinals opting to keep their spot and secure Ohio State receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. This decision allows the Minnesota Vikings to negotiate a deal with the Los Angeles Chargers to acquire North Carolina's Drake Maye, whom they consider to be their ideal franchise quarterback. The Chargers, in return, would receive the 11th pick, the 23rd pick, a fourth-rounder this year (pick 129), and a third-rounder next year.
The Los Angeles Chargers, now under the guidance of head coach Jim Harbaugh, aim to build a stronger roster around their current quarterback, Justin Herbert. By adding Toledo corner Quinyon Mitchell with the 11th pick and LSU receiver Brian Thomas Jr. with the 23rd pick, the Chargers address key positions of need and enhance their chances of success.
Prisco teases two more upcoming mocks, one highlighting what teams should do in the draft and the highly anticipated final mock on draft day. Whichever mock fans tune into, they can expect a consistent trend: the inclusion of four or five quarterbacks in the first round alongside a significant number of tackles and receivers.
For more in-depth draft analysis, fans can tune in to "With the First Pick," a year-round NFL Draft podcast hosted by NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson and former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman. The podcast is available on various platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more.
The anticipation for the 2024 NFL Draft continues to build, and Prisco's insights provide valuable insights into the potential selections that could shape the future of NFL teams.