2024 NFL Mock Draft: New 3-Round Projections Heading into December
The first 12 weeks of the 2023 NFL regular season are officially in the books, which means your favorite team is either about to make a playoff push, or they've already got you looking ahead to the 2024 NFL Draft.
If you're in the latter group, you've come to the right place.
Whether you're a Chicago Bears fan looking forward to a pair of top-five picks (including the No. 1 selection, for the moment), or one of the few teams currently without a first-round pick to their name, we've got you covered.
Here's an updated look at how the first three rounds of next year's draft could turn out, using the latest updated pick order following Week 12 results:
1. Chicago Bears (from CAR)
Caleb Williams | QB | USC
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If I was the GM in Chicago, I'd use this pick to build around Justin Fields, and finally give him a fighting chance to reach his full potential. But I expect a new coaching staff in Chicago this offseason, and that group will likely prefer to hand-pick their own franchise quarterback. Despite his roller-coaster play this season, Williams still feels like the best bet to be the first passer off the board.
2. Arizona Cardinals
Marvin Harrison Jr. | WR | Ohio State
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This is the ideal scenario for the Cards, who land the best overall prospect in the draft, and fill one of their biggest needs. They're already financially committed to Kyler Murray, but he needs a true No. 1 receiver to be at his best. Harrison has the talent, polish, and mental prowess to eventually join his dad in Canton.
3. New England Patriots
Drake Maye | QB | North Carolina
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There might not be a more desperate need in the entire NFL than what the Pats have at quarterback. The only silver lining to what has become a dismal season for Bill Belichick and company would be the opportunity to land a franchise passer like Maye, who may not have put up the numbers many expected this season, but still has the talent to be a star at the next level.
4. Chicago Bears
Laiatu Latu | EDGE | UCLA
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This is a tough call for the Bears, who could go with a franchise left tackle in Olu Fashanu, but also could use another stud pass rusher to pair with Montez Sweat. If Braxton Jones finishes the season strong, it wouldn't be shocking if Chicago opted for the latter. Latu's injury history might be a concern, but he's a dominant force when healthy.
5. Washington Commanders
Olu Fashanu | OT | Penn State
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Regardless of which way the Bears go at the previous pick, it's a win-win scenario for the Commanders, who also have needs at both left tackle and defensive end. If Chicago takes Latu, Washington would be more than happy to improve Sam Howell's protection with Fashanu, who could make a strong case to be the best overall prospect in the entire class.
6. New York Giants
Jayden Daniels | QB | LSU
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The Giants have plenty of needs, but nothing matters without the right quarterback. Yes, they just gave Daniel Jones a big contract extension, but he'll be coming off a torn ACL, and his dead cap number will be manageable if they move on after 2024. Daniels has been the most dynamic player in all of college football this season, and his growth as a passer this season has launched him into the top-10 conversation.
7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Rome Odunze | WR | Washington
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The last time the Bucs picked a wide receiver in the first round, they spent the No. 7 overall pick on Mike Evans back in 2014. Evans has built a Hall of Fame resume over his 10 seasons, but his contract is up after this season. Regardless of whether or not he returns on a new deal, Tampa Bay might want to spend this pick on his successor in Odunze, who has all the traits to be a dominant playmaker in his own right.
8. New York Jets
Joe Alt | OT | Notre Dame
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Whenever Aaron Rodgers returns from his torn Achilles, the Jets will need to have better protection in front of them if they don't want to lose him again to another serious injury. The son of a Pro Bowl offensive tackle, Alt is one of the most polished and pro-ready prospects in this draft, and would be a massive upgrade protecting Rodgers' blind side.
9. Los Angeles Chargers
Dallas Turner | EDGE | Alabama
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This defense will need plenty of help in the offseason, so this pick will be about getting the most value on that side of the ball. An explosive pass rusher with tons of upside, Turner has made the most of his chance to shine as a full-time starter this season, and could step in across from Joey Bosa if Khalil Mack is cut for salary cap reasons.
10. Tennessee Titans
Brock Bowers | TE | Georgia
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Offensive line is easily the biggest need here, but the Titans might not be able to resist a talent like Bowers if he's still on the board. There are plenty of ways to help out a young quarterback, and Will Levis would definitely benefit from a matchup nightmare like Bowers, who can create big plays after the catch on every target.
11. Las Vegas Raiders
J.J. McCarthy | QB | Michigan
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The Raiders need just about everything at this point, so why not start with the most important position in the game? McCarthy is an intriguing evaluation coming out of such a run-heavy offense, but when he does throw, you see plenty of NFL-level traits in his game. He's a well-rounded passer who can also make plays with his legs when the pocket breaks down.
12. New Orleans Saints
Amarius Mims | OT | Georgia
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If the Saints are gonna get their money's worth for Derek Carr, they're going to need to bolster the offensive line tasked with keeping him upright. Mims missed a decent chunk of the 2023 season with an ankle injury, but at full strength, he's a massive mauler who would be an immediate upgrade in New Orleans.
13. Green Bay Packers
JC Latham | OT | Alabama
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David Bakhtiari will turn 33 next year, and he's struggled to stay healthy in recent years, so it's time for the Packers to find his replacement. It's been more than a decade since Green Bay spent a first-rounder on an offensive tackle, but it's time for them to invest a premium pick at the position, and Latham has the size, power, and athleticism to be a worthy candidate.
14. Los Angeles Rams
Chop Robinson | EDGE | Penn State
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Another roster with needs all over the place, the Rams can go "best player available" pretty much across the board here. In this scenario, that leads them to the defensive trenches, where they need an impact player off the edge to pair with Aaron Donald's interior presence. Robinson is a polished, explosive rusher who would make an instant impact.
15. Cincinnati Bengals
Malik Nabers | WR | LSU
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Free agency could leave the Bengals extremely thin at receiver behind Ja'Marr Chase, but this year's loaded draft class at the position should give them plenty of quality options to help replenish that group. Nabers is a smooth route-runner with the explosiveness and physicality to be particularly dangerous after the catch, and would be a massive bargain at this spot.
16. Buffalo Bills
Keon Coleman | WR | Florida State
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Similar to the Bengals, the Bills need a blue-chip receiver to pair with their entrenched No. 1 target, and this scenario gives them a steal of a pick. Coleman's impressive combination of size, length, athleticism, physicality and leaping ability would be the perfect complement to Stefon Diggs' skill set, and would give Josh Allen a dominant red-zone threat above the rim.
17. Arizona Cardinals (from HOU)
Jer'Zhan Newton | DL | Illinois
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Landing Harrison is a massive win for the Cardinals offense, but they also need impact players on the other side of the ball, and this pick would be another victory. Newton is the best interior defensive lineman in this year's draft, and his combination of power and explosiveness would make an immediate impact in the trenches.
18. Denver Broncos
Nate Wiggins | CB | Clemson
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Patrick Surtain II is already one of the NFL's best corners, but the Broncos could use an upgrade on the other side of the field. Wiggins has ideal height and length for the position, along with the intelligence, instincts and ball skills to become a big-play machine that would make opposing quarterbacks pay for avoiding Surtain.
19. Atlanta Falcons
Bo Nix | QB | Oregon
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The Falcons have spent their last three first-round picks (all in the top 10) on explosive playmakers for their offense, but they need a quarterback who can take full advantage of that talent. Nix will enter the NFL as the most experienced player in college football history, and his stellar 2023 season showed massive improvements as a passer that bode well for his ability to be a difference-maker at the next level.
20. Minnesota Vikings
Jared Verse | EDGE | Florida State
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Quarterback is the big wild card here, but a Kirk Cousins return makes the most sense for both parties. That being the case, the Vikings should be able to address one of multiple needs on defense, and they should start in the trenches. A deep class of edge rushers could leave a talented prospect like Verse on the board here, making this a perfect match of need and value.
21. Indianapolis Colts
Kool-Aid McKinstry | CB | Alabama
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This secondary needs help at both levels, and this scenario gives the Colts some attractive options, particularly at the corner spot. McKinstry might not be the top-10 prospect he was billed to be in the preseason, but he's still got impressive physical tools that give him limitless upside at the next level.
22. Seattle Seahawks
JT Tuimoloau | EDGE | Ohio State
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Trading for Leonard Williams filled the Seahawks' need along the interior of the defensive front, but they could still use more help on the edge. Tuimoloau is a versatile, well-rounded prospect who can defend the run and rush the passer at at high level, line up all over the place, and even make big plays dropping into coverage.
23. Pittsburgh Steelers
Kalen King | CB | Penn State
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The Steelers already have one promising Penn State corner, so why not grab another? Joey Porter Jr. is quickly developing into a shutdown presence on one side of the field, and pairing him with a former teammate in King would give the Pittsburgh defense a massive boost defending the pass.
24. Houston Texans (from CLE)
Emeka Egbuka | WR | Ohio State
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Houston already has something special in rookie Tank Dell, and Nico Collins has been solid this season, but why not grab another talented pass-catcher for C.J. Stroud? Egbuka was limited by injuries this season, but when fully healthy, he's a polished pass-catcher who can threaten opposing defenses at every level of the field.
25. Miami Dolphins
Leonard Taylor III | DL | Miami (FL)
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This offensive line needs help at multiple spots, but if the Dolphins aren't able to keep Christian Wilkins with a long-term extension, finding his replacement might be their top priority with this pick. Taylor has the explosiveness and disruptive playing style to be the perfect fit if Miami ends up needing to replace Wilkins' impact.
26. Dallas Cowboys
Taliese Fuaga | OT | Oregon State
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The Cowboys' top priority needs to be helping Dak Prescott in any way they can, and that starts in the trenches. Fuaga has been as dominant as any offensive lineman in college football this year, and he'd give Dallas an immediate and long-term upgrade at right tackle to improve Prescott's protection, as well as the run game.
27. Detroit Lions
Chris Braswell | EDGE | Alabama
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Aidan Hutchinson has already established himself as one of the most dominant edge defenders in the NFL, but the Lions could use a boost on the other edge of their defensive front. Braswell has five-star talent that has blossomed this season, with his power and explosiveness leading to huge numbers and first-round buzz.
28. Jacksonville Jaguars
Terrion Arnold | CB | Alabama
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The Jags have plenty of different directions they could go with this pick, but finding another stud corner should be near the top of their priority list. Arnold has been one of the fastest-rising names in this class thanks to a stellar 2023 campaign, and you could make a strong argument that he's been the Crimson Tide's best corner this season.
29. Kansas City Chiefs
Patrick Paul | OT | Houston
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Wide receiver is obviously a big need, but the Chiefs should also prioritize an upgrade at left tackle if they want to keep Patrick Mahomes protected. Paul has a rare blend of size, length and power, and he's still just scratching the surface of his lofty potential at a premium position.
30. San Francisco 49ers
Kamren Kinchens | S | Miami (FL)
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If the 49ers can't find an immediate starter at right tackle here, the focus should shift to the defensive backfield, where they need help at both levels. In this scenario, the best value comes at safety, as they have the opportunity to land the top prospect in this year's class with Kinchens.
31. Baltimore Ravens
Cooper DeJean | DB | Iowa
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Another secondary that needs plenty of help, the Ravens could use a versatile, athletic playmaker like DeJean who can line up at multiple spots. He can play inside or outside at corner, on the back end as a safety, or even in the box as a linebacker. DeJean also brings added value as an explosive return man.
32. Philadelphia Eagles
Xavier Legette | WR | South Carolina
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There aren't many (any?) glaring needs on this roster, so why not just give the Eagles another explosive pass-catcher? Legette's combination of size, speed, and physicality could easily draw comparisons to A.J. Brown, and making him the No. 3 option for Jalen Hurts would be downright unfair to opposing defenses.
SECOND ROUND
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33. Carolina Panthers
34. Arizona Cardinals
Denzel Burke | CB | Ohio State
35. New England Patriots
36. Washington Commanders
Bralen Trice | EDGE | Washington
37. New York Giants
38. Washington Commanders (from CHI)
Ja'Tavion Sanders | TE | Texas
39. Green Bay Packers (from NYJ)
40. Los Angeles Chargers
Jabbar Muhammad | CB | Washington
41. Tennessee Titans
42. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Michael Penix Jr. | QB | Washington
43. Las Vegas Raiders
44. Green Bay Packers
45. Los Angeles Rams
Kamari Lassiter | CB | Georgia
46. Cincinnati Bengals
Troy Fautanu | OL | Washington
47. Philadelphia Eagles (from NO)
Jeremiah Trotter Jr. | LB | Clemson
48. Buffalo Bills
49. New Orleans Saints (from DEN)
50. Houston Texans
51. Atlanta Falcons
52. Minnesota Vikings
53. New York Giants (from SEA)
Devontez Walker | WR | North Carolina
54. Indianapolis Colts
55. Cleveland Browns
Landon Jackson | EDGE | Arkansas
56. Pittsburgh Steelers
Ja'Lynn Polk | WR | Washington
57. Dallas Cowboys
58. Detroit Lions
Quinyon Mitchell | CB | Toledo
59. Jacksonville Jaguars
Malachi Corley | WR | Western Kentucky
60. Miami Dolphins
Cooper Beebe | OL | Kansas State
61. San Francisco 49ers
62. Kansas City Chiefs
63. Baltimore Ravens
64. Philadelphia Eagles
THIRD ROUND
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65. Carolina Panthers
Jack Sawyer | EDGE | Ohio State
66. Arizona Cardinals
67. New England Patriots
Johnny Wilson | WR | Florida State
68. New York Giants
Caelen Carson | CB | Wake Forest
69. Chicago Bears
Sedrick Van Pran-Granger | OL | Georgia
70. Washington Commanders
Edgerrin Cooper | LB | Texas A&M
71. Los Angeles Chargers
Michael Hall Jr. | DL | Ohio State
72. Arizona Cardinals (from TEN)
Trey Benson | RB | Florida State
73. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Zach Frazier | OL | West Virginia
74. New York Jets
75. Las Vegas Raiders
76. Los Angeles Rams
77. Cincinnati Bengals
78. Denver Broncos (from NO)
Brenden Rice | WR | USC
79. Green Bay Packers
TreVeyon Henderson | RB | Ohio State
80. Green Bay Packers (from BUF)
Oronde Gadsden II | WR | Syracuse
81. Arizona Cardinals (from HOU)
Jackson Powers-Johnson | OL | Oregon
82. Seattle Seahawks (from DEN)
Jaheim Bell | TE | Florida State
83. Atlanta Falcons
84. Detroit Lions (from MIN)
Jermaine Burton | WR | Alabama
85. Indianapolis Colts
86. Seattle Seahawks
Donovan Jackson | OL | Ohio State
87. Pittsburgh Steelers
Tyler Davis | DL | Clemson
88. Cleveland Browns
89. Detroit Lions
Tyleik Williams | DL | Ohio State
90. Jacksonville Jaguars
Princely Umanmielen | EDGE | Florida
91. Dallas Cowboys
92. Kansas City Chiefs
Max Melton | CB | Rutgers
93. San Francisco 49ers
Jason Marshall Jr. | CB | Florida
94. Baltimore Ravens
Christian Haynes | OL | Connecticut
95. Houston Texans (from PHI)
Kris Abrams-Draine | CB | Missouri
*96. Jacksonville Jaguars
*97. San Francisco 49ers
Roman Wilson | WR | Michigan
*98. Philadelphia Eagles
Javon Foster | OT | Missouri
*99. Buffalo Bills
Nazir Stackhouse | DL | Georgia
*100. Washington Commanders (from SF)
Zion Tupuola-Fetui | EDGE | Washington
*=projected compensatory selection
