The 2024 NFL draft has come and gone, leaving fans and analysts alike to dissect the selections made by each team. While opinions on the draft vary widely, one thing is certain: every franchise found value in the draft relative to the big board. In this article, we’ll explore the best-value selections for each team, highlighting the players who fell further than expected.
AFC East
The AFC East saw some surprising selections, with the Buffalo Bills snagging Cole Bishop, a safety from Utah, and the Miami Dolphins picking up Malik Washington, a wide receiver from Virginia. The New England Patriots opted for Jaheim Bell, a tight end from Florida State, while the New York Jets chose Jaylen Key, a safety from Alabama.
AFC East teams making their picks
AFC North
In the AFC North, the Baltimore Ravens selected T.J. Tampa, a cornerback from Iowa State, and the Cincinnati Bengals chose Matt Lee, a center from Miami. The Cleveland Browns picked up Jamari Thrash, a wide receiver from Louisville, and the Pittsburgh Steelers opted for Zach Frazier, a center from West Virginia.
AFC North teams making their picks
AFC South
The AFC South saw the Houston Texans select Calen Bullock, a safety from USC, and the Indianapolis Colts choose Jaylin Simpson, a defensive back from Auburn. The Jacksonville Jaguars picked up Myles Cole, an edge rusher from Texas Tech, and the Tennessee Titans opted for James Williams, a linebacker from Miami.
AFC South teams making their picks
AFC West
In the AFC West, the Denver Broncos selected Audric Estimé, a running back from Notre Dame, and the Kansas City Chiefs chose Hunter Nourzad, a center from Penn State. The Las Vegas Raiders picked up Jackson Powers-Johnson, an interior lineman from Oregon, and the Los Angeles Chargers opted for Cam Hart, a cornerback from Notre Dame.
AFC West teams making their picks
NFC East
The NFC East saw the Dallas Cowboys select Cooper Beebe, an interior lineman from Kansas State, and the New York Giants choose Tyler Nubin, a safety from Minnesota. The Philadelphia Eagles picked up Jeremiah Trotter Jr., a linebacker from Clemson, and the Washington Commanders opted for Jer’Zhan Newton, a defensive tackle from Illinois.
NFC East teams making their picks
NFC North
In the NFC North, the Chicago Bears selected Austin Booker, an edge rusher from Kansas, and the Detroit Lions chose Christian Mahogany, a guard from Boston College. The Green Bay Packers picked up Kitan Oladapo, a safety from Oregon State, and the Minnesota Vikings opted for Khyree Jackson, a cornerback from Oregon.
NFC North teams making their picks
NFC South
The NFC South saw the Atlanta Falcons select Brandon Dorlus, a defensive lineman from Oregon, and the Carolina Panthers choose Chau Smith-Wade, a cornerback from Washington State. The New Orleans Saints picked up Kool-Aid McKinstry, a cornerback from Alabama, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers opted for Jalen McMillan, a wide receiver from Washington.
NFC South teams making their picks
NFC West
In the NFC West, the Arizona Cardinals selected Marvin Harrison Jr., a wide receiver from Ohio State, and the Los Angeles Rams chose Kamren Kinchens, a safety from Miami. The San Francisco 49ers picked up Dominick Puni, an offensive lineman from Kansas, and the Seattle Seahawks opted for D.J. James, a cornerback from Auburn.
NFC West teams making their picks
In conclusion, the 2024 NFL draft saw its fair share of surprises, with teams finding value in unexpected places. While opinions on the draft vary, one thing is certain: every franchise found a player who can make an impact in the NFL.
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