Six Edge Rushers, Five Trades, Five QBs in Wild Round 1
Seven-Round Mock Draft Released Ahead of NFL Draft
By Bucky Brooks
The NFL Draft is just days away, and excitement is building for the highly anticipated event. In anticipation, several experts have released their final mock drafts, including ESPN's Bucky Brooks. His fourth and final mock draft of the 2024 NFL Draft features some unexpected twists and turns. In a surprising move, Brooks has Texas DT Byron Murphy II as the first defender off the board. This is a bold prediction, considering the strength of the edge rusher class. However, Brooks believes that Murphy's combination of size, strength, and athleticism makes him a perfect fit for today's NFL. The mock draft also features five trades in the first round. The most notable trade is the New York Jets moving up to select Ohio State QB Caleb Williams at No. 1 overall. Williams is considered the top quarterback prospect in the draft, and the Jets are willing to give up a significant haul to secure his services. In addition to the trades and the selection of Murphy, the mock draft also includes five quarterbacks being selected in the first round. This is a testament to the depth of the quarterback class, and it will be interesting to see how many QBs end up going in the top 10. Overall, Brooks' mock draft is full of surprises and intrigue. It will be interesting to see how the actual draft unfolds, but Brooks' insights provide a valuable glimpse into what could happen on Thursday night.
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