Fill a need? Best player available? We played out both strategies for all 32 first-round slots in the 2024 NFL draft.
GMs love to trade up in the NFL draft, but it's often a mistake: Why their reasoning doesn't match realityJordan Reid is an NFL draft analyst for ESPN, providing in-depth scouting on the nation's top pro prospects. Jordan joined ESPN in 2021 and also contributes to SportsCenter and ESPN Radio. He played quarterback at North Carolina Central University and then went on to coach there from 2014-18. You can follow Jordan on Twitter via @Jordan_Reid.
The Bears can match need with value here. Williams has been the wire-to-wire best player in the 2024 draft, and he should go first overall.. Washington will likely have its rookie start out of the gate. Daniels has exciting tools as a passer and runner. With the worst receiver depth chart in the league, the Chargers are desperate for an electrifying talent like Nabers, who could ignite an offense that lacked explosive plays last season. He'd help replace
The ideal spot where need and value meet! Alt is my No. 6 overall player, as he displays power and agility both as a pass-protector and run-blocker. He gave up just two sacks over the past two seasons. I have McCarthy at No. 19 on my board, which might be high enough to also make him the value pick, considering the adjustment for position. But my No. 8 player is still out there. While cornerback is fourth on my list of needs for the Vikings, Arnold is the best value pick. He has great speed and picked off five passes in 2023.. There are a lot of weaknesses here, but Bowers would check a big box for Denver. He's incredible after the catch and can line up all over the offense.
Murphy, ranked No. 13 on my board, would slide into an ideal spot with the Colts where he can rock next tosigned in Carolina. Despite being a college left tackle, Fautanu could play inside; he's an agile and aggressive blocker with easy movement skills. Mitchell comes in at No. 18 on the final board for me. The Steelers have to love that value, but it does fill a hole, too. WithLatu is the cleanest pass-rusher in the draft with pro-ready hands and tools. He's No. 22 on my board, and whilePhilly hasn't drafted a cornerback in Round 1 since 2002 , but it's time to invest early in the position. Mitchell could serve as an understudy tobefore taking over in the future.
After a quiet free agency, there are a bunch of holes on this roster. But offensive line has to be addressed early after Dallas lost. He's No. 25 on my board and the No. 6 receiver in the class. The Cowboys would be getting the fastest player to run the 40-yard dash at the combine since at least 2003 .
The Cardinals could continue collecting talent at outside corner, where they still don't have a true No. 1 on the roster. Wiggins has the length and suddenness to immediately be that. Arizona allowed a 68.6% completion percentage last season, second worst in the NFL.
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