The 2024 NFL Draft has come and gone, with several teams ending up with buyer’s remorse after their draft picks failed to meet expectations. However, some executives may have mistakenly evaluated the top prospects, and here’s a re-do of the top-10 picks.
1. Chicago Bears: Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU (Original selection: Caleb Williams, QB, USC) – Given another chance, Daniels gets the nod. He has experience, leadership skills, and a dynamic game that elevates the Bears’ offense.
2. Washington Commanders: Caleb Williams, QB, USC (Original selection: Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU) – Williams returns to the DMV area to rescue the struggling franchise. He will work with offense coordinator Kliff Kingsbury to ignite the offense.
3. New England Patriots: Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina (Original selection: Maye) – Maye is a supremely talented playmaker who needs minimal experienced. He could help the Patriots re-emerge as a perennial contender.
4. Arizona Cardinals: Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia (Original selection: Marvin Harrison, Jr., WR, Ohio State) – Bowers is a game-changing tight end who creates matchup problems. He fits well with Kyler Murray’s style.
5. Los Angeles Chargers: Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame (Original selection: Alt) – Alt is a blue-chip player with a strong technique and potential. He solves the Chargers’ offensive line issues and gives them a franchise player.
6. New York Giants: Bo Nix, QB, Oregon (Original selection: Malik Nabers, WR, LSU) – Nix is an experienced quarterback with poise and playmaking potential. He’s a perfect heir for Daniel Jones.
7. Tennessee Titans: Michael Penix Jr. (Original selection: JC Latham, OT, Alabama) – Penix is a quick-rhythm passer who can put up big numbers with the Titans. He’s a fit for the West Coast offense.
8. Atlanta Falcons: Jared Verse, EDGE, Florida State (Original selection: Michael Penix, Jr.) – Verse is a power player who outworks and outlasts opponents. He’s a disruptor off the edge the Falcons have been seeking.
9. Chicago Bears: Marvin Harrison, Jr., WR, Ohio State (Original selection: Rome Odunze, WR, Washington) – Harrison is a polished route runner with size, length, and leaping ability. He completes the pass-catching trio in Chicago.
10. Minnesota Vikings: Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo (Original selection: J.J. McCarthy, QB, Michigan) – Mitchell is an athletic technician with intelligence and instincts. He fits nicely with the Vikings’ aggressive defensive scheme.
