The 2024 NFL Draft featured a historically offensive-heavy first round with 23 offensive players selected, including 14 consecutive picks to start the draft. The Atlanta Falcons' surprising selection of quarterback Michael Penix Jr in the top 10 and the signing of Kirk Cousins earlier added to the draft's intrigue. Quarterbacks set a record with six selected in the first round, matching the legendary 1983 class. The draft continues with rounds two and three, with the Buffalo Bills holding pick No. 33. The event is being broadcast live on various networks and streaming services from Detroit.
The 2024 NFL draft will be the 89th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players. The draft is scheduled to be held around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza in Detroit, Michigan, on April 25–27, 2024.
The 2022 NFL draft was the 87th edition of the National Football League's annual draft and was held from April 28–30, 2022, at the Caesars Forum on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. The first round was held on Thursday, April 28, and was followed by the second and third rounds on Friday, April 29. The draft concluded with rounds 4–7 on Saturday, April 30. It was the first draft to be held in the Las Vegas metropolitan area and the state of Nevada.The first five selections were defensive players, the second-most taken at the start of a draft after the six in 1991. Along with the 1972 and 2000 drafts, it marked the third time defensive players were the first two picks after the first three picks in the previous year's draft were quarterbacks. Five Georgia defensive players were also taken during the first round, the most from an individual school in a draft.In addition to the high number of defensive selections, nine offensive linemen were taken in the first round, the most since 2013. Conversely, only one quarterback was selected in the first round at 20th overall, the lowest for a draft's first quarterback since 1997, and no running backs were taken in the first round for the first time since 2014.The draft also saw a record nine draft-day trades with first-round picks, which resulted in less than half of the first round selections being made by the teams that initially owned them. Analysts attributed the high number of trades to eight teams entering the draft without a first-round selection and a general absence of highly touted prospects.
Oddsmakers project Caleb Williams as the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, with Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye following in the top three. Speculation surrounds potential trades and team selections, with a focus on the Washington Commanders. Key quarterbacks and wide receivers like Marvin Harrison Jr. are highlighted as top prospects. The draft begins in Detroit with quarterbacks and offensive linemen expected to dominate the first round, posing challenges for teams assessing college talent.
The 2023 NFL draft was the 88th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players for the 2023 season. The draft was held outside of Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri, from April 27–29, 2023.The Chicago Bears originally owned the first pick for the first time since 1947 before trading it to the Carolina Panthers, prior to the draft, for multiple draft picks and wide receiver D. J. Moore. The Panthers selected Alabama quarterback Bryce Young with the first pick and the Los Angeles Rams selected Desjuan Johnson with the final pick. Also, for the second year in a row, the Miami Dolphins held the fewest picks in the draft with four.
The 2020 NFL draft was the 85th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players for the 2020 NFL season. The first round was held on April 23, followed by the second and third rounds on April 24. The draft concluded with rounds 4–7 on April 25. The NFL originally planned to hold the event live in Paradise, Nevada, before all public events related to it were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead, all team selections took place via videoconferencing with league commissioner Roger Goodell broadcasting picks from his home.The Washington Redskins later changed their team name to the Washington Football Team just two months after this draft, making it the final draft where players were selected under the Redskins moniker.This draft is noteworthy for producing one of the stronger quarterback classes in NFL history, with 5 playoff starters, spearheaded by No. 1 overall pick Joe Burrow, followed by Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, Jordan Love and Jalen Hurts, along with the undrafted Tyler Huntley.
The 2024 NFL Draft saw an unprecedented trend with no defensive players being selected in the top 14 picks, breaking the previous record set in 2021. UCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu was the first defensive player chosen at the 15th pick by the Indianapolis Colts. The draft was dominated by offensive players, particularly quarterbacks, and wide receivers, reflecting a shift in focus towards offense. Historically, defense has been crucial in football, but this draft highlighted a notable preference for offensive talent. The trend raises questions about the evolving dynamics in football player selections.
The 2021 NFL draft was the 86th National Football League draft, the annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players for the 2021 NFL season. The draft was held in Cleveland from April 29 to May 1, 2021.Five quarterbacks were selected in the first round — Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Trey Lance, Justin Fields, and Mac Jones — the second highest number of first-round quarterback selections (along with the 1999 and 2018 drafts) after the six selected in 1983. The draft also marked the third time the first three picks (Lawrence, Wilson, and Lance) were quarterbacks, following the 1971 and 1999 drafts. A total of eight quarterbacks were selected in the first three rounds, the most in NFL draft history. Conversely, only two quarterbacks were taken in the remaining rounds.In addition to the high number of quarterbacks, six Alabama players were taken in the first round, which is tied with the six Miami players in 2004 for the most from an individual school. Conversely, no Big 12 Conference players were drafted in the first round for the first time since the conference began play in 1996 and no Michigan State players were selected for the first time since 1941.Scouts considered the later rounds of the draft lacking desirable prospects due to the COVID-19 pandemic shortening the 2020 college football season. The NCAA granted an extra year of eligibility and an opt-out option for athletes because of the shortened season, resulting in many prospects returning to school instead of declaring for the draft.
The 2019 NFL draft was the 84th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players for the 2019 NFL season. The draft was held on April 25–27 in Nashville, Tennessee. The first round was held on April 25, followed by the second and third rounds on April 26, and concluded with rounds 4–7 on April 27. The draft featured a record-high 40 trades, surpassing the 37 that were made in 2017.
In the first round of the NFL Draft 2024, Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams was chosen by the Chicago Bears with the first overall pick, LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels was selected by the Washington Commanders as the second overall pick, and North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye was drafted by the New England Patriots with the third overall pick. Additionally, Oregon quarterback Bo Nix was picked by the Denver Broncos as the 12th selection.
The Chicago Bears are expected to pick USC's Caleb Williams, the Washington Commanders may select LSU's Jayden Daniels, and the New England Patriots are likely to choose North Carolina's Drake Maye in the upcoming NFL draft. The Arizona Cardinals are keeping their 4th pick open, possibly aiming for Ohio State's WR Marvin Harrison Jr. The Minnesota Vikings are strategically positioned with options for quarterback selections like J J McCarthy or Michael Penix Jr, potentially challenging the need to move up. Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has shown significant praise for McCarthy's talents.
The Washington Commanders, with the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, hosted four top quarterback prospects on the same day, including Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, J.J. McCarthy, and Michael Penix Jr. This unconventional approach displeased Daniels and his agent, leading to criticism on social media. Despite maintaining no decision has been made, the Commanders' actions hint at considering various options. The move to evaluate multiple prospects together raised eyebrows and drew discontent, potentially affecting their choice for the franchise-changing draft pick.
The 2016 NFL draft was the 81st annual draft of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible American football players. As in 2015, the draft took place at the Auditorium Theatre and Grant Park in Chicago. The draft began on Thursday, April 28 with the first round, and ended on Saturday, April 30. The Tennessee Titans, the team with the fewest wins in the NFL for the 2015 season, traded the right to the top pick in the draft to the Los Angeles Rams, the first time the top pick was traded before the draft since 2001 when the San Diego Chargers traded their first pick to the Atlanta Falcons. Ohio State became the second school to have three players drafted in the top ten and to have five players drafted in the first round.
The Minnesota Vikings have traded with the Houston Texans to acquire the No. 23 overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, along with a seventh-round pick. The Texans receive the No. 42 overall pick, a sixth-round pick, and a second-round pick in 2025. This trade provides the Vikings with more draft capital to potentially maneuver in the draft for a quarterback after the departure of Kirk Cousins. The move resembles the Eagles' 2016 trade to select Carson Wentz. The Vikings now have two first-round picks in 2024, allowing them flexibility in their draft strategy.
Draft Analyst The offseason quarterback carousel has been in constant motion with Kirk Cousins moving from Minnesota to Atlanta, Justin Fields traded from Chicago to Pittsburgh for a pittance and Drew Lock and Sam Howell making cross-country treks from west to east (Seattle to New York in free agency ) and east to west (Washington D.C. to the state of Washington via trade ), respectively. And I haven't even mentioned the relocations for Russell Wilson , Jacoby Brissett , Gardner Minshew , Sam Darnold , Mac Jones , Jimmy Garoppolo and Kenny Pickett , among many others. This four-round mock draft keeps the carousel spinning with signal-callers coming off the board in each of the first four picks -- which would be a first in the 89-year history of the Annual Player Selection Meeting -- and five of the top dozen.
The Kansas City Chiefs made a significant move in the 2024 NFL draft, trading up to pick Xavier Worthy, the fastest player in the draft, despite their rivalry with the Buffalo Bills. The Chiefs negotiated a trade with the Bills, sending picks No. 32, 95, and 221 to Buffalo in exchange for picks No. 28, 133, and 248. The Bills, who have clashed with the Chiefs in high-intensity playoff games, decided to trade down instead of picking a wide receiver, leaving fans and experts surprised by the trade.
The 2018 NFL draft was the 83rd annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible players for the 2018 NFL season. The draft was held on April 26–28 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas; it was the first draft to take place in an NFL stadium and the first to be held in Texas. In order to be eligible to enter the draft, players must be at least three years removed from high school. The deadline for underclassmen to declare for the draft was January 15, 2018.Five quarterbacks were selected in the first round — Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold, Josh Allen, Josh Rosen, and Lamar Jackson — the second highest number of first-round quarterback selections (along with the 1999 and 2021 drafts) after the six selected in 1983. As of 2023, only Allen and Jackson have remained with their original teams. The draft was also the first to have siblings — safety Terrell Edmunds and linebacker Tremaine Edmunds — selected in its first round.The 2018 NFL draft was the first of two professional sports drafts to be held in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex during the calendar year, as the Dallas Stars hosted the 2018 NHL Entry Draft in June.
Former NFL quarterback and local radio show host Brock Huard and analysts have been discussing Michael Penix Jr's arm talent and injury history, with projections ranging from a top-10 selection to Day 2. Penix is the most highly wagered-on prospect this year, with his draft position set at 32.5. Despite the debate, most bets are on him being drafted under 32.5 due to his potential to go in the first round. Quarterbacks like Bo Nix and J.J. McCarthy are also hotly debated prospects, with McCarthy having the most Over bets at BetMGM with a draft position set at 5.5.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell recently underwent back surgery, casting doubt on whether he will be able to offer his traditional draft-day hugs to NFL prospects during the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit. Despite recovering well, Goodell may opt out of the hugs out of caution. At least 13 prospects have been invited to attend the draft in person, including quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels. The draft begins on Thursday with the first round, followed by the second and third rounds on Friday, and the remaining rounds on Saturday.
The 2024 NFL free agency period is approaching, with top players like Chris Jones and Kirk Cousins expected to attract big contracts. Teams can start negotiating with free agents on March 11, with free agency officially opening on March 13. Notable players like Russell Wilson, Tyron Smith, Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry, and Austin Ekeler are also set to hit the market. The 2024 salary cap is expected to be $255.4 million, and teams are gearing up to make strategic moves to improve their rosters for the upcoming season.
The National Football League draft, also called the NFL draft or (officially) the Annual Player Selection Meeting, is an annual event which serves as the most common source of player recruitment in the National Football League. Each team is given a position in the drafting order in reverse order relative to its record in the previous year, which means that the last place team is positioned first and the Super Bowl champion is last. From this position, the team can either select a player or trade its position to another team for other draft positions, a player or players, or any combination thereof. The round is complete when each team has either selected a player or traded its position in the draft. The first draft was held in 1936, and has been held every year since.Certain aspects of the draft, including team positioning and the number of rounds in the draft, have been revised since its creation in 1936, but the fundamental method has remained the same. Currently, the draft consists of seven rounds. The original rationale in creating the draft was to increase the competitive parity between the teams as the worst team would, ideally, be able to choose the best player available. In the early years of the draft, players were chosen based on hearsay, print media, or other rudimentary evidence of ability. In the 1940s, some franchises began employing full-time scouts. The ensuing success of these teams eventually forced the other franchises to also hire scouts.Colloquially, the name of the draft each year takes on the form of the NFL season in which players picked could begin playing. For example, the 2010 NFL draft was for the 2010 NFL season. However, the NFL-defined name of the process has changed since its inception. The location of the draft has continually changed over the years to accommodate more fans, as the event has gained popularity. The draft's popularity now garners prime-time television coverage. In the league's early years, from the mid-1930s to the mid-1960s, the draft was held in various cities with NFL franchises until the league settled on New York City starting in 1965, where it remained for fifty years until 2015, when future draft locations started being determined through a yearly bidding process.
The 2017 NFL draft was the 82nd annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible American football players. It was held in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art on April 27–29, returning to Philadelphia for the first time since 1961.The player selections were announced from an outdoor theater built on the Rocky Steps, marking the first time an entire NFL draft was held outdoors. The NFL announced that the draft was the most attended in history, with more than 250,000 people present. Starting with this draft, compensatory picks could be traded. The record for most trades made during an NFL draft was set this year at 37, surpassing the 34 trades in the 2008 NFL draft. The number of trades was surpassed in 2019, when 40 were conducted.
The 2024 season will be the Atlanta Falcons' upcoming 59th in the National Football League, their eighth playing their home games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, their fourth under the general manager Terry Fontenot and their first under head coach Raheem Morris. They will attempt to improve on their 7–10 record from the previous three years, make the playoffs after a 6-year absence, and end their 7-year NFC South title drought.
The Atlanta Falcons surprised many by choosing Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr with the eighth pick in the NFL Draft, despite signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million deal previously. Cousins, recovering from an Achilles injury, was reportedly unaware of the Falcons' plans. ESPN mentioned that the only heads up the Falcons gave Cousins about selecting Penix was a call while the team was on the clock.
INDIANAPOLIS -- Saturday marks the third day of on-field events and fourth day of prospect press conferences at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine . Quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers will work out, while offensive linemen and specialists stepped up to the podiums. Here are the biggest things we learned from the day's events. Tune in to NFL Network and NFL+ for live coverage of the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine beginning at 1 p.m.
Top NFL draft prospects like Caleb Williams, Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers, Terrion Arnold, and Drake Maye showcased their unique and stylish outfits at the 2024 NFL Draft. Caleb Williams wore a navy blue custom suit, Marvin Harrison Jr. had a special medallion honoring his father, Malik Nabers revealed a fiery jacket tribute to LSU, Terrion Arnold donned a pale pink suit with personal touches, and Drake Maye opted for a classic light gray suit. Cam Newton also made a fashion statement with a magnificent hat while covering the event for ESPN.
Detroit set an all-time Day One NFL Draft record with over 275,000 fans attending, surpassing the previous record set in Nashville in 2018. Despite the majority of fans having limited views of the stage, the turnout highlighted the NFL's drawing power. The event's location in Detroit, following the Lions' recent success, contributed to the massive attendance. The NFL opted for outdoor drafts to create a festival-like atmosphere, with only 13 prospects expected to attend the Detroit draft, emphasizing the importance of fans in driving the league's success.
The NFL is still investigating potential tampering by the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles involving signings of Kirk Cousins and Saquon Barkley, respectively. The league confirmed the probe will not conclude before the 2024 NFL Draft, ensuring no draft picks will be affected. Both teams face scrutiny for alleged violations during free agency, with ongoing investigations and no definitive timeline for resolution. The Falcons' $180 million deal with Cousins and the Eagles' $37.75 million contract with Barkley are at the center of the review. Transparency and potential punishments remain uncertain as the league continues its inquiry.
The Denver Broncos made NFL Draft history by selecting Oregon quarterback Bo Nix with the No. 12 overall pick, marking the fewest number of picks by which six quarterbacks were selected in the first round. Michael Penix Jr. was a surprise selection by the Atlanta Falcons. Bo Nix joins a crowded quarterback room at Denver that includes Jarrett Stidham, Ben DiNucci, and Zach Wilson. Nix, who started his collegiate career at Auburn, will now have the opportunity to prove himself as the future quarterback for the Broncos.
Alabama offensive lineman JC Latham was selected by the Tennessee Titans as the seventh overall pick in the NFL Draft. Latham, a potential top-five draft pick, has seen a rapid rise in projections, with odds favoring him to go fifth overall to the Los Angeles Chargers. Despite the surge, oddsmakers still consider Notre Dame's Joe Alt as the likely first offensive lineman selected. Speculation surrounds the Chargers' potential draft choices, including quarterback J.J. McCarthy and Alt, amidst uncertainties leading up to the draft.
DETROIT The 2024 NFL Draft is set up downtown, serving as the glitzy center of the football universe this weekend. Just blocks away sits Ford Field, where the Detroit Lions won two playoff games in January. And yet, if you really want to know why Detroit long marketed as Hockeytown and historically an incubator for churning out elite basketball talent is currently Americas football boomtown, you need to head out to the neighborhood fields and high school stadiums across this sprawling city. Its there, far from the spotlight and celebrities, where the NFL comes from and they are coming in quantities that not just outpace the rest of the country and exceed historical norms but, per local coaches, are likely to increase. Its completely different from even 20 years ago, Detroit is transitioning from a basketball town to a football town, said Terel Patrick, head coach at King High School, which has produced a slew of college and NFL stars, including New York Jets All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner .
LSU wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the 23rd overall pick during the first round of the NFL football draft on Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Detroit. Thomas celebrated with fans, posed with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, and put on a hat on stage at the event.
The Indianapolis Colts made a strategic move in the 2024 NFL Draft by selecting UCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu as the first defensive player chosen at No. 15 overall. Latu, known for his pass-rushing skills, had impressive seasons at UCLA in 2022 and 2023 but faced concerns due to a past neck injury that led to a medical retirement while at Washington. Despite undergoing neck fusion surgery, he was cleared by league doctors, although there are worries about his future longevity in the sport.
During the first day of the NFL's legal tampering period on March 11, 2024, Kirk Cousins left the Minnesota Vikings to join the Atlanta Falcons, Saquon Barkley moved to the Philadelphia Eagles, and Brian Burns was acquired by the New York Giants. Cousins signed a four-year deal with the Falcons, Barkley and Bryce Huff agreed to contracts with the Eagles, and Burns secured a five-year contract with the Giants worth up to $150 million.
The 2022 season was the Atlanta Falcons' 57th in the National Football League (NFL), their sixth playing their home games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and their second under head coach Arthur Smith.The Falcons matched their 7–10 record from the previous season, but failed to qualify for the playoffs for the fifth consecutive season. Despite the setbacks, the Falcons defeated quarterback Tom Brady for the first time ever in his career during the last game of the regular season, avenging their Super Bowl LI loss. Also notable for the first time since 2007, long-time quarterback Matt Ryan was not on the roster as the Falcons traded him to Indianapolis on March 21. The team signed former Tennessee Titans and Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Marcus Mariota as their new quarterback on the same day. Mariota was reunited with Falcons head coach Arthur Smith, who served as the tight ends coach and offensive coordinator during Mariota's tenure with Tennessee (2015–2019).
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy, once not considered a first-rounder, rose up draft boards but ended up being the fifth quarterback selected in the NFL Draft, going 10th overall to the Minnesota Vikings after they traded up one spot, while initially predicted to be the first QB off the board.
Two NFL quarterbacks, Desmond Ridder and Sam Howell, were traded on Thursday. Ridder was traded from the Atlanta Falcons to the Arizona Cardinals for Rondale Moore, following the Falcons' agreement with Kirk Cousins. Howell was traded from the Washington Commanders to the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for draft picks, with Washington likely to select a quarterback with the No. 2 overall pick. Both quarterbacks were starters in the 2023 season.
Thanks for contacting us. We've received your submission. Thanks for contacting us. We've received your submission. The Giants did not select the successor to Daniel Jones Thursday night in the 2024 NFL Draft but in the first round they did scoop up a player who figures to make Jones life easier on the field.
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy's fiancee, Katya Kuropas, bid farewell to Michigan on Instagram as they prepare for his expected selection in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The couple got engaged in January after being together for five years. McCarthy is a notable prospect for the draft, with uncertainty surrounding his destination. USC's Caleb Williams is the projected top pick, followed by Jayden Daniels from LSU and Drake Maye from UNC. The draft will take place in Detroit, where McCarthy's future in the NFL will be determined.
The Dallas Cowboys traded down five spots with the Detroit Lions in the NFL Draft on Thursday and selected Oklahoma offensive tackle Tyler Guyton with the 29th pick. Guyton, who played right tackle at Oklahoma, is seen as a potential starter at tackle for the Cowboys. The trade also gave the Cowboys an additional third-round pick. The Detroit Lions used the 24th pick to select Alabama defensive back Terrion Arnold.
The Buffalo Bills remain Super Bowl contenders after trading Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans for a 2025 second-round pick, with their Super Bowl odds dipping slightly from +1200 to +1400. The Bills are now tied with the Bengals and Texans for the fifth-best odds. The San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, and Baltimore Ravens lead the top three. Diggs' departure adds to Buffalo's offseason departures, with the team still favored in the AFC East. The Texans' odds significantly improved after acquiring Diggs, now having the seventh-shortest Super Bowl odds.
Alabama's cornerback Terrion Arnold was selected by the Detroit Lions as the 24th overall pick in the first round of the NFL football draft on April 25, 2024, in Detroit. Arnold celebrated with fans and put on a hat after being chosen for this opportunity.
The Buffalo Bills traded star receiver Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans, leaving a significant gap in their wideout position. Quarterback Josh Allen expressed the difficulty of parting ways with Diggs, who played a key role in the team's success, accumulating 5,372 receiving yards and 37 touchdowns in four seasons with the Bills. The trade involved a 2025 second-round pick, a 2024 sixth-round pick, and a 2025 fifth-round pick. With the team aiming for Super Bowl success, they are expected to focus on adding a pass catcher in the upcoming NFL draft, which boasts a strong selection of wide receiver prospects.
The NFL is reviewing potential tampering by the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons regarding high-profile free agent deals, including Kirk Cousins signing a $180 million deal with the Falcons and Saquon Barkley joining the Eagles. Public comments related to these agreements drew additional attention. The Eagles denied claims that they violated tampering policies, with Barkley clarifying that communication was through his agent. The Falcons refrained from commenting due to the NFL review. Other NFL news includes the Minnesota Vikings' actions amidst the investigations and various player signings by different teams.
The Atlanta Falcons, Los Angeles Chargers, and Washington Commanders, among others, will begin their offseason workouts on April 2nd, led by new head coaches Raheem Morris, Jim Harbaugh, and Dan Quinn. The Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks, and Tennessee Titans will also start their programs on April 8th with new head coaches Dave Canales, Jerod Mayo, Mike Macdonald, and Brian Callahan, respectively.
Florida State's defensive lineman Jared Verse is considered a possible first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft after showcasing his skills during college games and the NFL scouting combine.
Kirk Cousins, Baker Mayfield, Russell Wilson, and Joe Flacco are names to watch in the upcoming NFL free agency period, where the quarterback carousel is set to spin; however, there are also top players at other positions available like Chris Jones, Christian Wilkins, Danielle Hunter, Chase Young, Justin Simmons, and more. The Chiefs have tagged cornerback LJarius Sneed instead of Chris Jones, whose price tag after winning the Super Bowl may surpass $95 million. Eight players received the non-exclusive franchise tag, including Tee Higgins, Michael Pittman, Josh Allen, and Antoine Winfield.
Michael Tarrence Penix Jr. (PENN-iks ; born May 8, 2000) is an American football quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers and Washington Huskies, winning the 2023 Maxwell Award and leading the latter to an appearance in the 2024 national championship. Penix was selected by the Falcons eighth overall in the 2024 NFL draft.
The Buffalo Bills surprised the NFL world by trading Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans for draft compensation, following rumors of tension with quarterback Josh Allen after a game. Diggs had a strong start to the season despite reported conflicts, but his production declined later. The Bills ended the season 7-3, leading to uncertainty about Diggs' future. GM Brandon Beane confirmed the trade, stating that the value and timing made sense for both teams.
The Houston Texans made a significant move by trading for wide receiver Stefon Diggs from the Buffalo Bills, offering him a one-year contract worth $22.52 million. This deal includes void years and reorganizes guaranteed money to allow Diggs to potentially hit free agency in 2025. There is speculation that the Texans may extend Diggs' contract if their partnership proves successful. The trade involves draft picks, with Diggs seen as a valuable addition to the Texans' offense alongside quarterback CJ Stroud.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has signed with the Atlanta Falcons during the NFL's legal tampering period for a lucrative deal, potentially leading the team to their first Super Bowl title. Other notable moves include Saquon Barkley joining the Eagles and Brian Burns heading to the Giants.
Marvin Harrison Jr., former Ohio State wideout, was selected 4th overall by the Cardinals at the 2024 NFL Draft. He honored his father, Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison, with a Lion King-inspired pendant. Harrison Sr. played 13 seasons for the Colts, was a league leader in receiving yards and receptions, and won a Super Bowl in 2007. Harrison Jr. followed his father's legacy, being the first receiver drafted in the first round, joining the Cardinals alongside quarterback Kyler Murray. He had a successful college career at Ohio State.
Backup quarterback Taylor Heinicke, 31, agreed to a pay cut with the Atlanta Falcons, reducing his base salary for the 2024 season from $5 million to $1.21 million, and reclassifying his roster bonus as a signing bonus. The Falcons made these adjustments after signing Kirk Cousins and trading away Desmond Ridder to strengthen their quarterback depth. Heinicke, with a record of 13-15-1 in 38 games, remains a valuable backup option for the team, which is planning to add another quarterback before the upcoming season.
The 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship (officially known as the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship presented by AT&T for sponsorship reasons) was a college football bowl game that was played on January 8, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, United States. The tenth College Football Playoff National Championship, the game determined the national champion of the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) for the 2023 season. It was the final game of the 2023–24 College Football Playoff (CFP) and, aside from any all-star games afterward, the culminating game of the 2023–24 bowl season. The game began at approximately 6:45 p.m. CST and was televised nationally by ESPN.The game featured the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines of the Big Ten Conference (winners of the Rose Bowl) and the No. 2 Washington Huskies of the Pac-12 Conference (winners of the Sugar Bowl). Michigan and Washington had met in four previous Rose Bowls (1978, 1981, 1992, 1993) in the traditional matchup between Big Ten and Pac-8/10 champions. The game was the first CFP National Championship Game without a participant from the Southeastern Conference (SEC) since the inaugural edition in 2015, which featured Ohio State and Oregon (also a Big Ten vs. Pac-12 matchup). Due to the planned expansion of the College Football Playoff to twelve teams beginning in 2024–25, it was the final CFP National Championship Game under the four-team format; it was also Washington's last game as a member of the Pac-12 before their move to the Big Ten in time for the 2024 season.Michigan led at the conclusion of the first quarter after two touchdown rushes, each of more than 40 yards, by Donovan Edwards; a 25-yard field goal was Washington's only score until a touchdown pass from Michael Penix Jr. to Jalen McMillan late in the first half. This narrowed the Huskies' halftime deficit to seven points. Penix was intercepted on the first play of the second half, giving Michigan possession near the red zone and ultimately leading to a 38-yard field goal. Washington scored another field goal but a second Penix interception and a turnover on downs by the Huskies in the fourth quarter led to two more Michigan touchdowns, both rushes by Blake Corum, the eventual offensive most valuable player (MVP). Michigan won the game 34–13, securing their first national championship since 1997 and first outright national championship since 1948. The victory made them only the fourth NCAA FBS national champion to finish 15–0.
The Buffalo Bills continue their veteran restructuring by trading star receiver Stefon Diggs and offloading other experienced players, aiming to set themselves up for a younger roster and cleaner financial sheets. The team's GM, Brandon Beane, emphasizes the importance of maintaining their standards like the Rams did, relying on coaching, quarterbacking, and drafting to succeed. This strategic approach puts pressure on Sean McDermott, Josh Allen, and Beane to deliver results while ensuring the roster retains talent.
The Buffalo Bills traded Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans, leaving Josh Allen without his top target and close friend. Diggs had impressive stats in Buffalo, surpassing 1,100-yard receiving mark each season, totaling 5,372 yards and 37 touchdowns, and making four Pro Bowls. The team's general manager, Brandon Beane, acknowledged the void left by Diggs but expressed confidence in the current group of receivers. The Bills' wideout depth chart now includes Khalil Shakir, Curtis Samuel, Mack Hollins, Justin Shorter, and KJ Hamler.
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