In the spirit of the NFL offseason, the anticipation for the draft is building, and the mock draft season has officially kicked off. Will Brinson, a renowned veteran QB trade mock draft expert, has stirred up some excitement in his first mock draft for 2024.

In a surprising twist, Brinson predicts that the Chicago Bears will defy expectations and retain their talented quarterback, Justin Fields. However, the Bears will trade away the coveted No. 1 overall pick to the New England Patriots, ushering in a wave of chaos.

Bears fans and critics might be taken aback by this move, but Brinson's foresight relies on the lack of a strong market for Fields. In this scenario, the Patriots, craving a quarterback, pull off a massive deal by offering the Bears three future first-round picks and a second-round pick in 2024 to secure the No. 1 spot. Such a move goes against the typical strategy deployed by Patriots' head coach, Bill Belichick.

The excitement doesn't stop there, as another trade unfolds in Brinson's mock draft. In a bid to satisfy New York Giants fans, the team makes a deal with the Arizona Cardinals, giving up a future first-round pick to climb up the draft order and secure a quarterback of their choosing.

While this mock draft scenario is just a pre-free agency prediction, it highlights the potential for unexpected moves and the willingness of teams to make bold trades to secure their desired players.

For fans seeking more draft coverage and in-depth analysis, "With the First Pick" is a must-listen. This year-round NFL Draft podcast, hosted by NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson and former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman, provides comprehensive insights into draft prospects and team strategies. It is available on popular podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

As excitement builds leading up to the NFL draft, Brinson's mock draft 1.0 sets the stage for an intriguing offseason filled with surprises. While the actual draft outcome may differ, the speculative trades and bold predictions provide fans with a taste of the excitement and chaos that surrounds the NFL offseason.