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    2024 NFL Mock Draft: New 3-Round Projections at the Midseason Mark

    An updated look at how the first three rounds of the 2024 NFL Draft could turn out.

    There are two kinds of teams in the NFL: The ones that have a quarterback, and the ones that are desperately trying to find one.

    If you happen to root for one of the clubs in the latter group, the 2024 NFL Draft might just be your chance.

    This year's draft class appears to have some unprecedented depth at the top, and while it might not have enough elite talent to warrant a potential record-breaking group of first-rounders (the legendary 1983 group set the current mark with six in the first round), it could hit the double-digits in terms of early-round prospects with the traits and potential to be successful starters in the NFL.

    It's also looking like a great year to need a wide receiver or an offensive tackle, but good luck if you need an off-ball linebacker or quality options at tight end after the first couple of names.

    Keeping all that in mind, an early look at how the first three rounds of next year's draft could turn out, using the latest updated pick order following Week 9 results:

    1. Arizona Cardinals

    Marvin Harrison Jr. | WR | Ohio State

    Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.

    If the Cards are still picking here even after half a season of Kyler Murray back at full strength, nobody would blame them for taking a new quarterback here. But they could also opt to build around Murray (the more fiscally responsible option, considering his hefty contract), and give him the best player in the entire draft.

    2. Chicago Bears (from CAR)

    Drake Maye | QB | North Carolina

    North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye

    Maye vs. Caleb Williams is likely to be a debate that rages on all offseason long. While Williams might have a higher ceiling, it wouldn't be surprising if Maye is the first quarterback off the board, thanks to a more consistent level of play. If the Bears want to reset at quarterback (and move Justin Fields elsewhere), they can't go wrong with either one.

    3. Chicago Bears

    Olu Fashanu | OT | Penn State

    Penn State offensive tackle Olu Fashanu

    If any quarterback is going to succeed in Chicago, the offensive line must improve in a big way. Braxton Jones has been solid (especially for a young fifth-round pick), but if the Bears have an opportunity to upgrade to a franchise left tackle like Fashanu, they should jump at the chance.

    4. New York Giants

    Caleb Williams | QB | USC

    USC quarterback Caleb Williams

    If either of the top two quarterbacks are still on the board when the Giants pick, it wouldn't be surprising if they moved on from Daniel Jones, regardless of the financial implications. If it's Williams, the Giants would be restarting under center with one of the most dynamic playmakers to come along at the position in recent memory.

    5. New England Patriots

    J.J. McCarthy | QB | Michigan

    Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy

    Mac Jones has had his moments of serviceable play, but the Pats need a difference-maker at the game's most important position. McCarthy is a well-rounded passer who is accurate and makes good decisions with the ball, and brings added value with his athleticism that Jones doesn't have.

    6. Los Angeles Rams

    Shedeur Sanders | QB | Colorado

    Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders

    I still think it's more likely that Sanders returns to Boulder next season, but if he does want to make the jump to the pros after this season, he's talented enough to warrant top-10 consideration. Considering Matthew Stafford's age and injury history, the Rams should jump at the chance to make Sanders the new face of their franchise.

    7. Green Bay Packers

    Joe Alt | OT | Notre Dame

    Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt

    This is the ideal scenario for the Packers, who need to find a successor for David Bakhtiari at left tackle. The son of a Pro Bowl tackle, Alt is a polished and pro-ready player who could plug into the starting lineup immediately and make sure the Green Bay offense doesn't miss a beat.

    8. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    Brock Bowers | TE | Georgia

    Georgia tight end Brock Bowers

    The Bucs will have plenty of big questions to answer in the offseason with their roster, so this pick could go in a million different directions. Quarterback is the big wild card, but with four off the board already, Tampa Bay might just stick to the "best player available" strategy in this scenario and grab a dynamic playmaker in Bowers.

    9. Denver Broncos

    Kool-Aid McKinstry | CB | Alabama

    Alabama cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry

    Pat Surtain II is already one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, but the Broncos could use an upgrade on the opposite side of the field. McKinstry has all the tools to be a shutdown corner in his own right, and brings added value as an explosive playmaker in the return game.

    10. Tennessee Titans

    JC Latham | OT | Alabama

    Alabama offensive tackle JC Latham

    This offensive line needs help across the board, so outside of 2023 first-round pick Peter Skoronski, every other starting spot could use an upgrade. Latham is a massive, powerful blocker with the athleticism and versatility to play either tackle spot, and the upside to be a dominant force in the trenches.

    11. Atlanta Falcons

    Laiatu Latu | EDGE | UCLA

    UCLA edge defender Laiatu Latu

    Don't count out a quarterback here, but if there are already four of them off the board, the Falcons might wait to see who falls to Day 2. Instead, they get better value at another premium position, landing the best edge rusher in this year's class. Latu will have some injury concerns, but he's dominant at full strength.

    12. Washington Commanders

    Dallas Turner | EDGE | Alabama

    Alabama edge defender Dallas Turner

    The offensive line is the most pressing need (left tackle, in particular), but if the board falls this way, the Commanders would be better off reloading their defensive front. After trading away both Montez Sweat and Chase Young at the deadline, Washington would love to land an explosive pass rusher like Turner here.

    13. Indianapolis Colts

    Keon Coleman | WR | Florida State

    Florida State wide receiver Keon Coleman

    Michael Pittman Jr. is in the final year of his contract, so the Colts could be in need of a new WR1 in the offseason. Coleman has the size, athleticism and physicality to be the perfect replacement, and would pair well with Josh Downs and Alec Pierce to give Anthony Richardson a young group of stud pass-catchers.

    14. Las Vegas Raiders

    Jer'Zhan Newton | DL | Illinois

    Illinois defensive lineman Jer'Zhan Newton

    The overhaul has already started for the Raiders, who have already fired their head coach and general manager. They'll need just about everything this offseason, so unless there's a quarterback they love here, it's all about value. Newton is the best interior defensive line prospect in this class, and would be a fantastic cornerstone upon which to rebuild this defense.

    15. Arizona Cardinals (from HOU)

    Nate Wiggins | CB | Clemson

    Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins

    After spending the No. 1 overall pick on a dynamic playmaker for the offense, the Cards spend this pick on a similar presence for the other side of the ball. Wiggins has been as impressive as any corner in the country this season, and brings the height and length to win against big, physical receivers at the line of scrimmage and the catch point.

    16. New York Jets

    Amarius Mims | OT | Georgia

    Georgia offensive tackle Amarius Mims

    Whenever Aaron Rodgers returns, the Jets will want to have better protection in front of him, so they can hopefully avoid another serious injury. Mims has missed time with an injury of his own this season, but at full strength, he's a dominant blocker who could upgrade either tackle spot in Florham Park.

    17. Los Angeles Chargers

    Cooper DeJean | DB | Iowa

    Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean

    The Chargers admitted defeat on the J.C. Jackson signing, and trading him back to the Patriots for peanuts tells you how bad things have gotten for this corner group. DeJean is one of the most versatile, athletic players in this entire draft, with the ability to line up anywhere in the secondary, as well as make big plays in the return game.

    18. Buffalo Bills

    Rome Odunze | WR | Washington

    Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze

    Safety or defensive line would also make sense here, but if the board falls this way, the Bills should leap at the chance to add a top-10 talent to their wide receiver group. Odunze is a complete player who checks all the boxes of an NFL WR1, which would make this passing game even more dangerous.

    19. New Orleans Saints

    Malik Nabers | WR | LSU

    LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers

    The offensive line needs help, and a quarterback upgrade shouldn't be out of the question here. That said, the Saints need a dynamic pass-catcher to pair with Chris Olave, and if Nabers is still on the board, his explosiveness and after-the-catch ability would be an ideal fit.

    20. Minnesota Vikings

    Chop Robinson | EDGE | Penn State

    Penn State edge defender Chop Robinson

    Another team that could be looking for a quarterback, but might not see one available worth taking here. Instead, the Vikings would be wise to follow the value and dip into a deep class of edge rushers, filling a huge need at another crucial position. Robinson is one of the most polished rushers in the group, with a wide range of pro-ready moves.

    21. Dallas Cowboys

    Taliese Fuaga | OT | Oregon State

    Oregon State offensive tackle Taliese Fuaga

    I wouldn't count out a corner or a wide receiver here, but Dallas needs to address the offensive line before worrying about anything else. Tyler Smith can be the long-term solution at left tackle if Tyron Smith never returns to form, but on the right side, the Cowboys could use a massive mauler like Fuaga who would be an immediate upgrade.

    22. Pittsburgh Steelers

    Kalen King | CB | Penn State

    Penn State cornerback Kalen King

    The Steelers stole one talented corner from Penn State last year (Joey Porter Jr. at No. 32 overall), so why not grab his former teammate? King has all the traits of a shutdown corner, and would give Pittsburgh a talented young tandem for the foreseeable future. He'd also be the first Nittany Lion defensive back picked in the first round.

    23. Houston Texans (from CLE)

    Leonard Taylor III | DL | Miami (FL)

    Miami defensive lineman Leonard Taylor III

    DeMeco Ryans' defense needs a few more pieces to truly be firing on all cylinders, and a disruptive presence along the interior of the trenches is one of them. Taylor is an explosive defender who lives in the opposing backfield, and would be a perfect fit for what Ryans needs at the position.

    24. Cincinnati Bengals

    Emeka Egbuka | WR | Ohio State

    Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka

    Free agency could decimate the Bengals' wide receiver room outside of Ja'Marr Chase, so it wouldn't be surprising if they target that group with their top pick. Egbuka has been banged up for much of this season, but when he's fully healthy, his complete skill set would be a fantastic fit as Joe Burrow's No. 2 option across from Chase.

    25. Seattle Seahawks

    Jared Verse | EDGE Florida State

    Florida State edge defender Jared Verse

    After filling their need along the interior of the defensive line by trading for Leonard Williams at the deadline, the Seahawks can now use this pick to grab a difference-maker off the edge. Verse may not have the sack production many expected this year, but he's still getting consistent pressure on opposing quarterbacks, and would be a fantastic value pick here.

    26. San Francisco 49ers

    Kamren Kinchens | S | Miami (FL)

    Miami (FL) safety Kamren Kinchens

    If there's a right tackle the 49ers like, that would make sense here, but the opportunity to grab the top safety on the board is the ideal route in this scenario. Kinchens is a versatile playmaker who can line up all over the field and make an impact on every down, run or pass.

    27. Miami Dolphins

    Patrick Paul | OT | Houston

    Houston offensive tackle Patrick Paul

    Terron Armstead has struggled to stay healthy, so the Dolphins could head into the offseason looking for a more reliable long-term solution at left tackle. Paul has a huge frame and massive wingspan, with the power and athleticism to quickly develop into a dominant presence at the next level.

    28. Jacksonville Jaguars

    Graham Barton | OL | Duke

    Duke offensive lineman Graham Barton

    There are multiple needs for the Jags to fill this offseason on both sides of the ball, but the top priority has to be protecting Trevor Lawrence. To that end, Barton is a pro-ready prospect who can play all five positions up front, and that combination of polish, experience and versatility makes him an ideal fit here.

    29. Detroit Lions

    JT Tuimoloau | EDGE | Ohio State

    Ohio State edge defender JT Tuimoloau

    Aidan Hutchinson is already one of the best edge rushers in the NFL, but the Lions could be in the market for an upgraded running mate on the other side of the defensive front. Tuimoloau is a complete player who can set the edge against the run, push the pocket as a pass rusher, and get his hands on the ball when it's in the air.

    30. Baltimore Ravens

    Troy Fautanu | OL | Washington

    Washington offensive lineman Troy Fautanu

    Lamar Jackson is the engine that powers this offense, but that engine runs much more smoothly when there's a stout offensive line in front of him. The Ravens could use some added beef along the interior, and while Fautanu has been stellar at left tackle for the Huskies, he projects better as a dominant guard in the NFL.

    31. Kansas City Chiefs

    Brian Thomas Jr. | WR | LSU

    LSU wide receivers Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr.

    Left tackle should be in the conversation here, but Patrick Mahomes also needs a true No. 1 receiver to help take some pressure off Travis Kelce in the passing game. One of the fastest-rising prospects in this class, Thomas has an impressive combination of size and athleticism, and all the traits to make a huge impact in this offense.

    32. Philadelphia Eagles

    Terrion Arnold | CB | Alabama

    Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold

    There aren't many glaring needs on this roster, but bolstering the young depth in their cornerback group should be a high priority. Another prospect moving up the board quickly thanks to a stellar 2023 campaign so far, Arnold has first-round potential after shining in Nick Saban's defense.

    SECOND ROUND

    Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

    33. Arizona Cardinals

    Ruke Orhorhoro | DL | Clemson

    34. Carolina Panthers

    Devontez Walker | WR | North Carolina

    35. New York Giants

    Xavier Legette | WR | South Carolina

    36. New England Patriots

    Troy Franklin | WR | Oregon

    37. Washington Commanders (from CHI)

    Tyler Guyton | OT | Oklahoma

    38. Los Angeles Rams

    Chris Braswell | EDGE | Alabama

    39. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    Michael Penix Jr. | QB | Washington

    40. New Orleans Saints (from DEN)

    Jayden Daniels | QB | LSU

    41. Tennessee Titans

    Cooper Beebe | OL | Kansas State

    42. Green Bay Packers

    Calen Bullock | S | USC

    43. Washington Commanders

    Barrett Carter | LB | Clemson

    44. Indianapolis Colts

    Denzel Burke | CB | Ohio State

    45. Las Vegas Raiders

    Bo Nix | QB | Oregon

    46. Atlanta Falcons

    Quinn Ewers | QB | Texas

    47. Green Bay Packers (from NYJ)

    Maason Smith | DL | LSU

    48. Los Angeles Chargers

    Bralen Trice | EDGE | Washington

    49. Houston Texans

    Adonai Mitchell | WR | Texas

    50. Buffalo Bills

    Tyler Nubin | S | Minnesota

    51. Minnesota Vikings

    Riley Leonard | QB | Duke

    52. Philadelphia Eagles (from NO)

    Jeremiah Trotter Jr. | LB | Clemson

    53. Pittsburgh Steelers

    Xavier Worthy | WR | Texas

    54. Cleveland Browns

    Ja'Lynn Polk | WR | Washington

    55. Cincinnati Bengals

    Jack Sawyer | EDGE | Ohio State

    56. Dallas Cowboys

    Kamari Lassiter | CB | Georgia

    57. San Francisco 49ers

    Kingsley Suamataia | OT | BYU

    58. New York Giants (from SEA)

    Quinyon Mitchell | CB | Toledo

    59. Miami Dolphins

    Ja'Tavion Sanders | TE | Texas

    60. Jacksonville Jaguars

    Landon Jackson | EDGE | Arkansas

    61. Detroit Lions

    Caelen Carson | CB | Wake Forest

    62. Baltimore Ravens

    T.J. Tampa | CB | Iowa State

    63. Kansas City Chiefs

    Jordan Morgan | OT | Arizona

    64. Philadelphia Eagles

    Malachi Corley | WR | Western Kentucky

    THIRD ROUND

    Florida State running back Trey Benson

    65. Arizona Cardinals

    Zak Zinter | OL | Michigan

    66. Carolina Panthers

    Princely Umanmielen | EDGE | Florida

    67. New England Patriots

    Javon Foster | OT | Missouri

    68. Chicago Bears

    Johnny Wilson | WR | Florida State

    69. New York Giants

    Jonah Elliss | EDGE | Utah

    70. Los Angeles Rams

    Josh Newton | CB | TCU

    71. Denver Broncos

    Brandon Dorlus | DL | Oregon

    72. Arizona Cardinals (from TEN)

    Trey Benson | RB | Florida State

    73. Green Bay Packers

    Jackson Powers-Johnson | OL | Oregon

    74. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    Zach Frazier | OL | West Virginia

    75. Indianapolis Colts

    Andrew Mukuba | S | Clemson

    76. Las Vegas Raiders

    D.J. James | CB | Auburn

    77. Atlanta Falcons

    Kris Jenkins | DL | Michigan

    78. Washington Commanders

    Cade Stover | TE | Ohio State

    79. Los Angeles Chargers

    Michael Hall Jr. | DL | Ohio State

    80. Arizona Cardinals (from HOU)

    T'Vondre Sweat | DL | Texas

    81. New York Jets

    Ladd McConkey | WR | Georgia

    82. Green Bay Packers (from BUF)

    Jonathon Brooks | RB | Texas

    83. Seattle Seahawks (from NO)

    Donovan Jackson | OL | Ohio State

    84. Detroit Lions (from MIN)

    Antwane Wells Jr. | WR | South Carolina

    85. Cleveland Browns

    Dontay Corleone | DL | Cincinnati

    86. Cincinnati Bengals

    Kiran Amegadjie | OT | Yale

    87. Dallas Cowboys

    Brenden Rice | WR | USC

    88. Pittsburgh Steelers

    Sedrick Van Pran-Granger | OL | Georgia

    89. Seattle Seahawks

    Cameron Ward | QB | Washington State

    90. San Francisco 49ers

    Jalen McMillan | WR | Washington

    91. Jacksonville Jaguars

    Jabbar Muhammad | CB | Washington

    92. Detroit Lions

    Tyler Davis | DL | Clemson

    93. Baltimore Ravens

    Tyleik Williams | DL | Ohio State

    94. Kansas City Chiefs

    Nazir Stackhouse | DL | Georgia

    95. Houston Texans (from PHI)

    Gabriel Murphy | EDGE | UCLA

    *96. Jacksonville Jaguars

    Oronde Gadsden II | WR | Syracuse

    *97. Philadelphia Eagles

    Javon Bullard | S | Georgia

    *98. San Francisco 49ers

    Jason Marshall Jr. | CB | Florida

    *99. Buffalo Bills

    Mekhi Wingo | DL | LSU

    *100. Washington Commanders (from SF)

    Christian Haynes | OL | Connecticut

    * = projected compensatory pick

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