The 2024 NFL Draft: A Night of Surprises
The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft was full of surprises, with teams making unexpected picks and trades that left fans stunned. The night started off as expected, with the Bears selecting Caleb Williams, the Commanders taking Jayden Daniels, and the Patriots choosing Drake Maye. But then, things took a turn.
The 2024 NFL Draft was full of surprises
The Falcons shocked everyone by selecting QB Michael Penix Jr., and the Vikings traded up to take J.J. McCarthy. But the biggest surprise of the night came when the Broncos took Bo Nix, making it six quarterbacks taken in the top 12.
“I was shocked when I heard my name called,” said Bo Nix in a post-draft interview. “I’m just grateful for the opportunity to play in the NFL.”
The Giants got Daniel Jones a new weapon at No. 6 in Malik Nabers, and the Jets got Aaron Rodgers some much-needed protection with Olu Fashanu at No. 11.
Daniel Jones gets a new weapon
As the night went on, the surprises kept coming. The Patriots took a chance on Drake Maye, despite Bill Belichick’s criticism of the quarterback just hours before the draft.
Drake Maye gets drafted by the Patriots
In the end, it was a night that will be remembered for years to come. The 2024 NFL Draft was full of surprises, and fans can’t wait to see how these new players will perform on the field.
The 2024 NFL Draft was a night to remember
