The 2024 NFL Draft rolls on, and hoo boy did we now have loads of enjoyable final night time. A report 23 offensive gamers have been chosen, essentially the most notable of them being Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. chosen by the Atlanta Falcons with the eighth total choose.
Day 2 is certain to see many of the prime defenders begin to fly off the board. Iowa defensive again Cooper DeJean, Illinois DT Johnny Newton and Alabama nook Kool-Assist McKinstry stay out there, though they could come off very early tonight. One other factor to look at is how rapidly the receivers fly off the board. Texas’ AD Mitchell, Georgia’s Ladd McConkey and Florida State’s Keon Coleman all are reasonably excessive in my prime 100 large board, and will probably be immediate starters wherever they’re picked.
As soon as once more, SB Nation will probably be doing stay grades based mostly on our prime 100 large board of the perfect prospects within the draft this 12 months.
33. Buffalo Payments (through Carolina Panthers) – Keon Coleman, WR, Florida State
Grade: A
The Payments have been in a position to commerce again and nonetheless land a receiver. Sounds good to everybody, proper? Coleman is a powerful, sure-handed receiver whose recreation pace is far, a lot sooner than his 40 time and wins downfield on contested catches and after the catch. Buffalo’s offense is present process a little bit of a schematic shift, going for extra YAC and successful within the brief to intermediate areas than the downfield offense we all know them for, and Coleman suits them like a glove.
34. Los Angeles Chargers (through New England Patriots) – Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia
Grade: A+
Now will everybody cease complaining about not choosing a receiver at 5? McConkey is such a special kind of receiver than Josh Palmer and Quentin Johnston, and is a superb match within the Chargers’ offense. McConkey is a simple separator at each stage of the sphere, regardless of possibly being extra of a slot-only participant. Johnston and Palmer can play outdoors, and McConkey’s effectivity and quickness as a route runner will probably be a significant profit to Justin Herbert.
35. Atlanta Falcons (through Arizona Cardinals) – Ruke Orhorhoro, DT, Clemson
Grade: C-
Okay, now I’m confused why Illinois DT Johnny Newton is falling. Orhorhoro is an effective athlete who could be very robust in opposition to the run, however the Falcons don’t have any go rush and are drafting a defensive deal with who’s a restricted go rusher proper now? Very complicated. But, Orhorhoro is a robust run defender, who whereas is a tough go rusher proper now, continues to be rising. They higher hope he’s giving them go rush pop straight away although.
36. Washington Commanders – Johnny Newton, DT, Illinois
Grade: A+
It is a steal for the Commanders, getting a three-down defensive deal with with instant go rush upside. I perceive the foot harm issues however he’s such a dominant go rusher that it makes a lot sense for the Commanders to make this choose. This would possibly imply Jonathan Allen is out of right here, although.
37. New England Patriots (through Los Angeles Chargers) – Ja’Lynn Polk, WR, Washington
Grade: B+
Polk is simply an throughout good participant, man. Unbelievable blocker, nice catch radius and has some refined route operating as nicely. Whereas he’s not spectacular, he’s a very nice slot in New England with a bunch of slot receivers. Enjoying him outdoors frees up Kendrick Bourne and Pop Douglas. Actually sensible, however unspectacular choose.
38. Tennessee Titans – T’Vondre Sweat, DT, Texas
Grade: D+
Man, I don’t know. Sweat is a improbable, mountain of a run defender who can enhance the run protection instantly. Nevertheless, this doesn’t make sense in any respect. Sweat is a really restricted go rusher and likewise doesn’t play loads of snaps at 340 kilos. The Titans’ run protection is sweet, however Sweat looks as if a significant query mark.
39. Los Angeles Rams (through Carolina Panthers) – Braden Fiske, DT, Florida State
Grade: C-
I like Fiske, however wow. They traded loads of picks to draft one other undersized defensive deal with within the hopes that he’s Aaron Donald. Whereas Fiske is a fast participant with a excessive motor, I don’t just like the match on this protection in any respect. He’s a legal responsibility within the run recreation and is a historic outlier as a participant. I simply don’t get this choose in any respect, particularly with Michigan DT Kris Jenkins Jr on the board.
40. Philadelphia Eagles (through Washington Commanders) – Cooper DeJean, DB, Iowa
Grade: A+
I’m not a giant Howie Roseman advocate, however it is a actually, actually good first two days for Philadelphia. DeJean is a nook in my eyes, however his route recognition and fast set off on the ball make him an excellent match at nook or security. Philadelphia wants assist actually in all places within the secondary, and DeJean might be extra nook insurance coverage if Bradberry’s pattern of play comes down or performs security subsequent to Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. Love the choose.
41. New Orleans Saints (through Washington Commanders) – Kool-Assist McKinstry, CB, Alabama
Grade: B
McKinstry is a very good slot in Dennis Allen’s protection along with his capacity in press protection and persistence when defending routes deep. The harm knocked him down the board, however he can bee a very good nook in that protection. What does this imply for the way forward for Marshon Lattimore?
42. Houston Texans (through Minnesota Vikings) – Kamari Lassiter, CB, Georgia
Grade: A
It is a nice match for the Texans and Lassiter. The previous Georgia Bulldog is bodily (the perfect tackling nook within the draft), and performs very well on beneath routes. Houston already has Derek Stingley Jr., now they get him an excellent operating mate in Lassiter.
43. Arizona Cardinals (through Atlanta Falcons) – Max Melton, CB, Rutgers
Grade: B-
It is a strong, if unspectacular choose by the Cardinals. Melton is a tricky nook who actually lit up the Mix. With the run on corners seemingly taking place now, Arizona was sensible to return up and get one.
44. Las Vegas Raiders – Jackson Powers-Johnson, C, Oregon
Grade: C-
I like Powers-Johnson, however I actually don’t perceive why the Raiders would go middle right here. Andre James was re-signed, Cody Whitehair was introduced in and Dylan Parham continues to be on the roster. You’ve now created a logjam on the inside when the Raiders nonetheless want defensive assist and an actual QB. No concept, man.
45. Inexperienced Bay Packers – Edgerrin Cooper, LB, Texas A&M
Grade: B
Cooper is a wonderful linebacker who performs at his finest in run and chase conditions. I might’ve gone with Michigan LB Junior Colson right here as an alternative, however with holes on the backbone of that protection, it is sensible for the Packers to take a linebacker. Cooper has potential to turn into a three-down influence participant.
46. Carolina Panthers (through Indianapolis Colts) – Jonathon Brooks, RB, Texas
Grade: C+
Whereas I query buying and selling up for Brooks, who’s coming off an ACL harm, I get why Brooks is the choose right here. The Panthers are dedicated to operating the ball underneath Dave Canales, and Brooks is likely one of the finest backs of the category when he’s wholesome. He’s bought NFL measurement and nice imaginative and prescient with agility, with sufficient breakaway pace. If he can get wholesome, he’s bought potential to be a lead again.
47. New York Giants – Tyler Nubin, S, Minnesota
Grade: B+
Whereas he wasn’t my prime security within the class, Nubin is a very good match for the Giants’ protection and coordinator Shane Bowen. Nubin is instinctive and sensible on the again finish of the protection, and whereas he tends to go just a little wild as a tackler, he suits proper into the place Xavier McKinney left.
48. Jacksonville Jaguars – Maason Smith, DT, LSU
Grade: C-
That is the obvious Trent Baalke choose ever. Smith is a superb athlete who has NFL measurement as a defensive deal with, however he’s nonetheless recovering from a decrease physique harm. I get why you are taking the swing with the athletic upside, however not at 48.
49. Cincinnati Bengals – Kris Jenkins, DT, Michigan
Grade: B+
It is a good worth choose for the Bengals, going for athletic upside and NFL measurement on the inside. Jenkins is wise on the within and is aware of the best way to deconstruct blocks. He’s a robust participant and can win on the inside for the Bengals. Cross rush manufacturing is de facto restricted.
50. Washington Commanders – Mike Sainristil, CB, Michigan
Grade: A
Newton and Sainristil on the identical day, the Commanders should’ve learn the all-JP staff. Regardless of his measurement, Sainristil has excessive stage instincts and was at all times across the ball. Suppose Mike Hilton on the within with Sainristil. Dan Quinn goes to unleash him.
51. Pittsburgh Steelers – Zach Frazier, C, West Virginia
Grade: A+
The Steelers are utterly revamping their offensive line, first taking Troy Fautanu and now Frazier. A 4 time wrestling champion, Frazier’s grip energy and energy instantly leap off the tape, and can slot in Pittsburgh like a glove. Love this choose.
52. Indianapolis Colts (through Carolina Panthers) – AD Mitchell, WR, Texas
Grade: A
The most important questions on Mitchell are the character issues and consistency of play. If he goes and performs to his potential in Indianapolis, this has the potential to be a significant steal. Mitchell is large, quick and reveals the flexibility to create separation downfield. If he’s locked in, the Colts receiver room is a lot enjoyable.
53. Washington Commanders – Ben Sinnott, TE, Kansas State
Grade: B-
Sinnott is such a enjoyable participant. Works his butt off as a blocker each off the ball and in-line (though his arm size sort of works in opposition to him). He’s additionally versatile sufficient to win after the catch and downfield. Attention-grabbing slot in Washington, nonetheless. Commanders head coach Kliff Kingsbury drafted Trey McBride, now he will get one in Washington with Sinnott.
54. Cleveland Browns – Michael Corridor Jr., DT, Ohio State
Grade: A-
Arguably the perfect defensive deal with left on the board, Corridor is undersized however brings legit quickness and explosion on the inside. Whereas the run protection is extra hole penetration that hole management, he suits proper in with what Jim Schwartz desires to be defensively.
55. Miami Dolphins – Patrick Paul, OT, Houston
Grade: B-
I perceive the participant and choose right here. Terron Armstead won’t have a lot left within the tank, and the depth of the Dolphins’ offensive line is poor. Paul continues to be an unfinished product, however has NFL size and energy. He can develop right into a wonderful deal with down the road.
56. Dallas Cowboys – Marshawn Kneeland, EDGE, Western Michigan
Grade: B+
I actually did assume they might draft a RB, specifically Trey Benson, however Kneeland is a very good worth choose. His go rush manufacturing was restricted, however he was enjoying out of place on the within at Western Michigan. Now absolutely on the sting, Kneeland can showcase his energy and motor. The Cowboys depth at EDGE is now depleted with Dorance Armstrong and Dante Fowler gone, and Kneeland can sit behind Demarcus Lawrence and Micah Parsons.
57. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Chris Braswell, EDGE, Alabama
Grade: A
I believed Braswell would go greater, however what a spot for him to fall. Braswell is a very highly effective participant who’s rugged on the sting, one thing the Bucs actually covet of their go rushers. His go rush plan might be wonky on events, however this choose is de facto enjoyable.
58. Inexperienced Bay Packers – Javon Bullard, S, Georgia
Grade: A-
The Packers have been going to deal with security in some unspecified time in the future on this draft, and I really like the worth they bought with Bullard. He’s a flexible, instinctive security who may also play nickel if want be. With the security room wanting actually skinny, Bullard is available in and has the flexibility to begin straight away.
59. Houston Texans – Blake Fisher, OT, Notre Dame
Grade: B-
I’m stunned BYU OT Kingsley Suamataia or Washington OT Roger Rosengarten isn’t the choose right here, however I perceive why Fisher is the choose. Tytus Howard is transferring to protect full time, and Fisher has the athletic instruments to be efficient in Bobby Slowik’s offense. I get the explanation, simply assume extra NFL-ready tackles have been out there.
60. Buffalo Payments – Cole Bishop, S, Utah
Grade: A-
It is a nice worth choose for the Payments, who wanted to get youthful on the again finish. Bishop is an effective athlete who can set off downhill. He’s an excellent match for the Payments protection, and whereas he won’t turn into a famous person, he’ll be strong for the Payments.
61. Detroit Lions – Ennis Rakestraw Jr, Missouri
Grade: A
You’ll be able to by no means have too many defensive backs, and the Lions have created a DB room stuffed with powerful, aggressive corners. Rakestraw performs rather a lot larger than his measurement, and thrives in man protection. It is a terrific choose by the Lions, who’ve utterly revamped the nook room in a single 12 months.
62. Baltimore Ravens – Roger Rosengarten, OT, Washington
Grade: C+
I just like the participant, actually bizarre match for Baltimore. Rosengarten is a very easy mover who advantages from getting out in area. Nevertheless, Baltimore is a primarily hole scheme staff, which might be a bizarre match for Rosengarten. Gonna be fascinating to see.
63. Kansas Metropolis Chiefs (through San Francisco 49ers) – Kingsley Suamataia, OT, BYU
Grade: A
Love this choose for the Chiefs, who get a long run potential left deal with in Suamataia. He’s a giant participant, however can actually transfer and must work a bit within the passing recreation. Now, he will get to go to the Chiefs the place he’ll be taught underneath Andy Heck, Andy Reid and play with Patrick Mahomes. Strong plan.
64. San Francisco 49ers (through Kansas Metropolis Chiefs) – Renardo Inexperienced, CB, Florida State
Grade: A+
This has the potential to be a steal in just a few years. Inexperienced is a bodily nook who performs larger than his 186-pound body. The ball abilities are there, and he goes to a protection that matches his skillset completely. Charvarius Ward goes to be a free agent in 2025, and Inexperienced can play nickel earlier than sliding outdoors.
65. New York Jets (through Carolina Panthers) – Malachi Corley, WR, Western Kentucky
Grade: B
That is an fascinating player-team match. Corley is just not a brilliant dynamic receiver downfield, however he’s a enjoyable participant with the ball in his arms. Get him in area on manufactured touches and let him prepare dinner. Nevertheless, I don’t assume Nathaniel Hackett is an excellent coordinator, so we’ll see!
66. Arizona Cardinals – Trey Benson, RB, Florida State
Grade: B+
Enjoyable participant and choose right here, with Benson going to Arizona. I feel he’s higher in a gap-scheme offense the place he can use his imaginative and prescient and deal with breaking capacity rather a lot higher than in zone. With James Conner nonetheless taking loads of carries, discovering that subsequent man is essential. Benson generally is a strong backup earlier than getting into the lead position.
67. Washington Commanders – Brandon Coleman, OL, TCU
Grade: B+
Coleman is a giant deal with with lengthy arms, who might play guard or deal with in Washington. He might begin instantly at left with, the place he makes use of his hand energy to play nicely within the energy recreation. If he’s enjoying guard, I’m wondering concerning the match with the logjam on the inside.
68. New England Patriots – Caedan Wallace, OT, Penn State
Grade: F
Hey man…did the Pats let Invoice Belichick again within the draft room?
69. Los Angeles Chargers – Junior Colson, LB, Michigan
Grade: A+
Colson was my prime LB within the draft and a former Michigan Wolverine, so him going to Jim Harbaugh and Jesse Minter here’s a steal. Colson is a giant, versatile linebacker with an increasing recreation in go protection. He’s additionally good on simulated pressures and blitz packages. The Chargers are knocking this draft out of the park.
70. New York Giants – Andru Phillips, CB, Kentucky
Grade: B
A strong pickup for the Giants, taking a nickel nook in Phillips. He’s a aggressive nook who desires to make performs on the ball regardless of his measurement. The Giants wanted a nickel, and he suits like a glove.
71. Arizona Cardinals – Isaiah Adams, OL, Illinois
Grade: D
I get the necessity right here, however with a lot better gamers left on the board, this appears like a giant attain. Adams is an effective mover who will begin in Arizona, however at 71? I’m unsure.
72. Carolina Panthers – Trevin Wallace, LB, Kentucky
Grade: B
This choose is a future funding at LB for the Panthers. Wallace is a superb athlete who has an excellent really feel for go protection. He can play particular groups whereas sitting behind Josey Jewell and Shaq Thompson, and ultimately take over as a starter.
73. Dallas Cowboys – Cooper Beebe, OG, Kansas State
Grade: A
The Cowboys are placing collectively a imply offensive line. Beebe is a guard, however will in all probability slide to middle in Dallas, the place he can use his knockout energy in a telephone sales space to utterly dislodge defenders. Fairly superior choose.
74. Atlanta Falcons – Bralen Trice, EDGE, Washington
Grade: B
Trice is a robust, excessive effort go rusher who makes up for his lack of bend with a nonstop motor. He’s greater than possible a strong quantity two go rusher, however ought to elevate the ground of a Falcons go rush that’s dangerous.
75. Chicago Bears – Kiran Amegadjie, OT, Yale
Grade: B+
Amegadjie is a long run funding at deal with, with the athletic instruments to ultimately turn into a starter. He won’t see enjoying time in 2024, however with good teaching he can take over at left deal with in a few years.
76. Denver Broncos – Jonah Elliss, EDGE, Utah
Grade: B
Elliss is a extremely productive go rusher who wins with loads of bend, and would’ve gone greater if it weren’t for accidents. He goes to Denver right here, which is ok to juice up their go rush, however it’s an extremely small room.
77. Las Vegas Raiders – Delmar Glaze, OL, Maryland
Grade: F
Why would they create an issue for themselves at guard? Particularly when Christian Haynes is obtainable?
78. Houston Texans (through Philadelphia Eagles) – Calen Bullock, S, USC
Grade: C+
I nonetheless am questioning why Dadrion Taylor-Demerson is on the board, however Bullock is an fascinating choose. He’s bought vary, however his tackling capacity leaves rather a lot to be desired. Bullock in all probability takes over for Jimmie Ward subsequent 12 months, good succession plan.
79. Indianapolis Colts (through Arizona Cardinals) – Matt Goncalves, OL, Pittsburgh
Grade: C+
I don’t know the place Goncalves performs, however he’s a tricky participant on the inside who might be depth or begin on the inside. Indy likes loading up on athletes, and Goncalves would possibly match there.
80. Cincinnati Bengals – Jermaine Burton, WR, Alabama
Grade: B-
This appears like a danger for the Bengals given Burton’s off-field issues, but when it really works out, Burton generally is a vertical menace with very nice ball monitoring capacity. He can play within the slot and supply loads of pace downfield.
81. Seattle Seahawks – Christian Haynes, OG, UConn
Grade: A
Completely love Haynes’ recreation. He performed in an outdoor zone scheme at UConn, however suits in a downhill run recreation the place his physicality actually reveals up on tape. He steps in and instantly is the beginning proper guard.
82. Arizona Cardinals – Tip Reiman, TE, Illinois
Grade: C
I get the explanation for selecting TE right here, however I’m wondering why Reiman is the choose. He’s an excellent blocker in-line and off the ball, however his route operating prowess could be very restricted. He in all probability performs TE2 subsequent to McBride, however with Theo Johnson on the board, I’m wondering why Reiman goes right here.
83. Los Angeles Rams – Blake Corum, RB, Michigan
Grade: C+
Look man, Corum has good imaginative and prescient and may play between the tackles. However his skillset is similar to Kyren Williams and the backfield nonetheless lacks true pace. The damage and tear on his physique will come up, however the hope is he generally is a strong second man to Williams.
84. Pittsburgh Steelers – Roman Wilson, WR, Michigan
Grade: A
Love this choose for the Steelers. Wilson is such a wise participant who can create separation on in-breakers and has an excellent really feel for zone protection. He’s a dependable quantity 2 and can run the crap out of over routes.
85. Cleveland Browns – Zak Zinter, OG, Michigan
Grade: C+
Zinter is a bodily run blocker who’s going to be coming off an harm. I assume the purpose right here is insurance coverage on the within if Wyatt Teller will get injured. I in all probability would’ve gone Dom Puni right here however that is wonderful.
86. San Francisco 49ers (through Philadelphia Eagles) – Dominick Puni, OL, Kansas
Grade: B+
Actually fascinating and enjoyable match for the Niners. Puni is extraordinarily versatile and may play deal with, guard or middle within the NFL. The Niners want inside line assist, and he can play guard for them instantly.
87. Dallas Cowboys – Marist Liufau, LB, Notre Dame
Grade: C+
I get why the Cowboys would Liufau. He performs along with his hair on fireplace and comes downhill actually onerous. Nevertheless, I feel there have been many linebackers out there that have been higher, and possibly higher suits for this protection. It is a wager on Mike Zimmer and his capacity to develop linebackers, which has labored out for essentially the most half.
88. Inexperienced Bay Packers – MarShawn Lloyd, RB, USC
Grade: B
Lloyd is a shifty, speedy again who can win on third downs and be a pleasant change of tempo to an even bigger again. That matches completely with Josh Jacobs, and can in all probability contribute early on third downs.
89. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Tykee Smith, S, Georgia
Grade: B-
I nonetheless assume that Taylor-Demerson being on the board is gorgeous, however Smith is a easy nickel who was actually productive for Georgia’s protection. Todd Bowles goes to have a area day with him.
90. Arizona Cardinals – Elijah Jones, CB, Boston School
Grade: B-
Extraordinarily fast nook who has loads of ball abilities, Jones will compete straight away for beginning time on the skin. He has loads of abilities that Jonathan Gannon would love in his protection. Kinda stunned Cam Hart isn’t off the board but, nonetheless.
91. Inexperienced Bay Packers – Ty’Ron Hopper, LB, Missouri
Grade: D+
Hopper is a enjoyable participant, however he’s small and is coming off a shoulder harm. The Packers taking two LBs on Day 2 is de facto fascinating, however helps fill out the depth of their backbone. But, it appears like a attain as a result of higher LBs have been out there.
92. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Jalen McMillian, WR, Washington
Grade: A-
That is actually good worth for McMillian, who can play the slot and be a jack-of-all-trades. McMillian has good capacity after the catch and performed extra within the slot in Washington. Now he can develop and be a extra nicely rounded receiver.
93. Baltimore Ravens – Adisa Isaac, EDGE, Penn State
Grade: B+
Isaac is very nice worth right here for the Ravens. He’s an athletic EDGE defender who continues to be rising as a go rusher, however is so fast off the ball that he disrupts the whole lot within the run recreation. Not many locations higher to go as a go rusher than Baltimore.
94. Philadelphia Eagles – Jalyx Hunt, EDGE, Houston Christian
Grade: B-
Hunt can ultimately turn into a nicely rounded EDGE defender along with his athletic potential. A former security, Hunt transferred to Houston Christian and added loads of weight. Hunt has loads of burst as a go rusher and is extraordinarily fluid in protection. Finally, he generally is a good EDGE.
95. Buffalo Payments – DeWayne Carter, DT, Duke
Grade: B-
I just like the participant and match for the Payments and Carter, however I really feel like higher gamers have been on the board. Carter is skilled and may present inside push, one thing the Payments lack depth in proper now.
96. Jacksonville Jaguars – Jarrian Jones, CB, Florida State
Grade: B+
Jones has loads of good ball abilities and performed loads of man protection at Florida State, which can translate to the NFL and the Jaguars’ man-heavy method. Jones can play nickel or outdoors. The Jaguars lacked loads of depth at nook, and it is a nice approach to get some.
97. Cincinnati Bengals – McKinnley Jackson, DT, Texas A&M
Grade: C+
Jackson is a wonderful choose as a pocket pusher from the nostril spot. However I’m wondering what number of gamers are going to go earlier than Brandon Dorlus will get known as. Both manner, Jackson will present loads of depth up entrance for the Bengals.
98. Pittsburgh Steelers – Payton Wilson, LB, NC State
Grade: B+
Regardless of the medicals being all out of whack, Wilson generally is a true three down LB if he’s wholesome. He’s bought instincts and has the flexibility to blitz and finds himself across the ball. If he’s wholesome, the Steelers bought a very fascinating LB right here.
99. Los Angeles Rams – Kamren Kinchens, S, Miami
Grade: B
Kinchens is a really strong participant. Whereas he’s not the quickest or rangiest participant, Kinchens is extremely productive and has proven the flexibility to search out the ball. In LA he can play prime down in a quarters protection for a Rams staff that wants the assistance.
100. Washington Commanders – Luke McCaffrey, WR, Rice
Grade: D
I’m gonna be trustworthy—didn’t assume McCaffrey was going to go Day 2, however right here we’re! He’s a strong slot receiver who has fairly good ball abilities, however going McCaffrey over Javon Baker and Troy Franklin is de facto fascinating.
