The 2024 NFL Draft: A Review of the Action-Packed Weekend
The 2024 NFL Draft has come and gone, leaving fans and analysts alike to dissect the moves made by each team. This year’s draft was marked by a few surprises, some expected picks, and a whole lot of excitement.
The quarterback position was a hot topic going into the draft, with many teams looking to bolster their depth charts. In the end, six quarterbacks were taken in the first 12 picks, with Joe Milton being selected by the New England Patriots in the sixth round.
“I’m prepared for whatever adversity comes my way, and I choose to view the competition as another chance to prove myself.” - Joe Milton
Milton now enters a crowded Patriots locker room, where he’ll compete with the likes of Drake Maye, Bailey Zappe, Nathan Rourke, and Jacoby Brissett for a roster spot.
The University of Michigan had a record-breaking 13 players selected in the draft, surpassing their previous record of 11 set in 2017. The Wolverines finished strong with four players chosen in the seventh round.
Looking ahead to the 2025 NFL Draft, early position grades suggest a down year for quarterbacks, but a strong class of wide receivers and edge rushers.
The 2025 draft class is shaping up to be an exciting one, with top prospects like Tennessee’s James Pearce Jr. and Colorado’s Travis Hunter already making waves.
As the NFL offseason continues to unfold, one thing is certain - the 2024 NFL Draft was just the beginning of an exciting year in football.
