In preparation for the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft, teams have been actively engaged in trades, aiming to secure their desired picks. With just four weeks to go until the draft, the trading frenzy has commenced, as teams strive to address their biggest needs and secure promising prospects.

One notable trade occurred between the Minnesota Vikings and the Arizona Cardinals. In this deal, the Vikings traded up with the Cardinals, acquiring the No. 4 overall pick and the No. 104 overall pick. In return, the Cardinals received the No. 11 overall pick, the No. 23 overall pick, a first-round pick for the 2025 draft, and the No. 230 overall pick.

Another significant trade took place between the Los Angeles Rams and the Denver Broncos. The Rams made a move to trade up, obtaining the No. 12 overall pick and a sixth-round pick for the 2025 draft. In this exchange, the Broncos received the No. 19 overall pick, the No. 83 overall pick, and a third-round pick for the 2025 draft.

The Green Bay Packers also engaged in a trade, this time with the Miami Dolphins. The Packers acquired the No. 21 overall pick and a fourth-round pick for the 2025 draft, while the Dolphins received the No. 25 overall pick and the No. 91 overall pick.

These strategic trades reflect the teams' determination to prioritize their needs and secure top-level talents in the upcoming draft. As pro days continue and visits to prospects intensify, NFL teams are making sure to fine-tune their rankings and evaluate potential picks thoroughly.

For those seeking further draft coverage, the "With the First Pick" podcast offers in-depth analysis twice a week, featuring NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson and former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman. The podcast can be found on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

As the anticipation builds, football fans eagerly await the 2024 NFL Draft, scheduled to take place on March 28. With teams making strategic moves and prospects sharpening their skills, this year's draft promises to be an exciting event that could shape the future of many NFL franchises.