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The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft is in the books and it was the most offensive-heavy first round in the history of the annual player selection meeting. 23 offensive players — highlighted by 14-in-a-row to start the draft — was an all-time record.
While there was little drama with the first pick, where Caleb Williams went to Chicago, heads turned at the tail end of the top 10 when the Atlanta Falcons picked quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in the most surprising pick of the night. The Falcons signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract earlier this offseason.
Quarterbacks also tied a record with six of them going in the first round, matching the legendary 1983 class. All of the quarterbacks went in the top 12, culminating with Bo Nix to Denver with that 12th pick.
Next up on Friday, are rounds two and three of the NFL Draft, and the Buffalo Bills have pick No. 33 overall, and will get the draft going again at 7 p.m. ET from Detroit.
When is the 2024 NFL Draft?
April 26 — Second and third rounds, 7 p.m. ET
April 27 — Fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh rounds, noon ET
How can I watch the 2024 NFL Draft?
The 2024 NFL Draft will be broadcast live on NFL Network and also ESPN, ABC and ESPN Deportes.
How can I stream the 2024 NFL Draft?
You can stream it on ESPN+, YouTube TV, Hulu+ Live TV, Sling TV and Fubo TV.
Where is the 2024 NFL Draft being held?
It’s being held in the area around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza in downtown Detroit, less than a mile from Ford Field, home of the Lions.
Where can I find more info about the 2024 NFL Draft?
Right here on Yahoo Sports’ 2024 NFL Draft page.
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 99 — Luke McCaffrey
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Draft Grade: D
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School: Rice
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 198
Random as hell. McCaffrey had a solid final season in college football, so maybe this works, but it’s hard to see where he fits in with the Commanders. Weird pick.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 03: Luke McCaffrey #10 of the Rice Owls runs after his catch against the USC Trojans during the first quarter at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 03, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 98 — Kamren Kinchens
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Draft Grade: B
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Pre-Draft Rank: 94
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School: Miami (FL)
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Height: 5′ 11″
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Weight: 203
Kinchens is a good playmaker and should be a productive member of the Rams’ secondary. His 4.65 40-yard dash and general poor performance at the NFL combine hurt him, but he’s still a good ball player.
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 7: Kamren Kinchens #5 of the Miami Hurricanes gestures against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Hard Rock Stadium on October 7, 2023 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 97 — Payton Wilson
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Draft Grade: B
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Pre-Draft Rank: 90
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School: N.C. State
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Height: 6′ 4″
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Weight: 233
Wilson has played a whole lot of football for NC State. He has a chance to be a solid starter.
RALEIGH, NC – OCTOBER 07: North Carolina State Wolfpack linebacker Payton Wilson (11) talks with North Carolina State Wolfpack cornerback Aydan White (3) during the college football game between the North Carolina State Wolfpack and the Marshall Thundering Herd on October 7, 2023 at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, NC. (Photo by Nicholas Faulkner/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 96 — McKinnley Jackson
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Draft Grade: C
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School: Texas A&M
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 326
The Bengals needed defensive line depth and might have found that with the steady Jackson from Texas A&M.
Texas A&M defensive lineman McKinnley Jackson (3) reacts after tackling Mississippi State quarterback Chris Parson during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 95 — Jarrian Jones
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Draft Grade: B
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School: Florida St.
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Height: 6′ 0″
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Weight: 190
Another All-Juice team selection, Jones has a chance to develop into a solid starter for the Jaguars down the road.
Florida State defensive back Jarrian Jones (7) reacts during the second half of an NCAA football game against the Boston College Eagles on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Chestnut Hill, Mass. (AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 94 — DeWayne Carter
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Draft Grade: C
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School: Duke
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 302
Carter is a quality backup prospect for the Bills’ defensive line rotation.
EAST HARTFORD, CT – SEPTEMBER 23: Duke Blue Devils defensive tackle DeWayne Carter (90) picks up the loose ball for the score during the game as the Duke Blue Devils take on the UConn Huskies on September 23, 2023, at the Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Connecticut. (Photo by Williams Paul/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 93 — Adisa Isaac
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Draft Grade: B
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Pre-Draft Rank: 96
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School: Penn St.
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Height: 6′ 4″
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Weight: 247
Edge depth for the Ravens. They needed some insurance in case Odafe Oweh doesn’t take that next step.
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 04: Adisa Isaac #20 of the Penn State Nittany Lions celebrates a defensive stop in the third quarter at SECU Stadium on November 04, 2023 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 92 — Jalen McMillan
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Draft Grade: A
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Pre-Draft Rank: 57
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School: Washington
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Height: 6′ 1″
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Weight: 197
The third Washington wide receiver is off the board, giving the Huskies six offensive players drafted from their national runner-up team. McMillan is a strong get for the Buccaneers and should compete for starting 11 personnel reps off the bat.
HOUSTON, TX – JANUARY 08: Washington Huskies wide receiver Jalen McMillan (11) celebrates a touchdown reception during the CFP National Championship football game between the Washington Huskies and Michigan Wolverines at NRG Stadium on January 8, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Ken Murray/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 91 — Ty’Ron Hopper
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Draft Grade: C-
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School: Missouri
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 231
It’s hard to get too upset about at a pick at this point in the draft, but Hopper feels like a long-shot to be a contributor on defense for the Packers.
COLUMBIA, MO – NOVEMBER 25: Missouri Tigers linebacker Ty’Ron Hopper (8) in the fourth quarter of an SEC college football game between the Arkansas Razorbacks and Missouri Tigers on November 25, 2022 at Memorial Stadium in Columbia, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 90 — Elijah Jones
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Draft Grade: C
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School: Boston Coll.
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 185
Jones adds versatile defensive back depth. Has the ability to grow into a starter at some point if things shake out for him, but he faces a log-jammed depth chart — which is a good thing for the Cardinals.
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 03: Elijah Jones #1 of the Boston College Eagles reacts during the second quarter against the Syracuse Orange at JMA Wireless Dome on November 03, 2023 in Syracuse, New York. (Photo by Bryan Bennett/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 89 —Tykee Smith
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Draft Grade: B
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School: Georgia
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Height: 5′ 10″
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Weight: 202
Safety depth here is a solid pull for the Buccaneers. Tampa Bay has a solid third safety or depth safety to pair with Antoine Winfield Jr. for the long term.
ATHENS, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 9: Tykee Smith #23 of the Georgia Bulldogs rushes during a game against the Ball State Cardinals at Sanford Stadium on September 9, 2023 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 88 — MarShawn Lloyd
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Draft Grade: A+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 97
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School: USC
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Height: 5′ 9″
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Weight: 220
Lloyd is a stud. He’s had a bit of a fumbling problem, but he’s a bowling ball with balance and some real breakaway speed. If he’s able to hold onto the ball better he can be an impact running back in the NFL.
EUGENE, OREGON – NOVEMBER 11: MarShawn Lloyd #0 of the USC Trojans runs with the ball in the first half during a game against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium on November 11, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 87 — Marist Liufau
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Draft Grade: C
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School: Notre Dame
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 234
The Cowboys needed a real linebacker body on their roster and they got one in Liufau. No more safeties at linebacker is a good thing for Dallas, even if Liufau isn’t necessarily a star.
STANFORD, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 25: Marist Liufau #8 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish reacts in the first quarter during a game against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium on November 25, 2023 in Stanford, California. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 86 —Dominick Puni
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Draft Grade: C
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Pre-Draft Rank: 66
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School: Kansas
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Height: 6′ 5″
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Weight: 313
More depth for a 49ers offensive line that’s continuing to find their best starting five after an inconsistent showing in 2023.
LAWRENCE, KS – SEPTEMBER 01: Kansas Jayhawks offensive lineman Dominick Puni (67) before the snap in the second half of a college football game between the Missouri State Bears and Kansas Jayhawks on Sep 1, 2023 at David Booth Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, KS. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 85 — Zak Zinter
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Draft Grade: B
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Pre-Draft Rank: 99
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School: Michigan
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Height: 6′ 6″
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Weight: 309
The Browns just picked an offensive lineman who has starter potential in the third round. Good move for Cleveland and another member off the All-Juice team is gone.
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 18: Zak Zinter #65 of the Michigan Wolverines warms up before the game against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium on November 18, 2023 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 84 — Roman Wilson
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Draft Grade: C
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Pre-Draft Rank: 58
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School: Michigan
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Height: 5′ 11″
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Weight: 185
The Steelers needed some wide receiver depth and they got it, but they might have been better served finding a bigger play wide receiver. Still, Wilson will learn quickly with the big target vacuum he’s walking into.
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 01: Wide receiver Roman Wilson #1 of the Michigan Wolverines runs the ball after a catch during the CFP Semifinal Rose Bowl Game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 1, 2024 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 83 — Blake Corum
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Draft Grade: C+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 86
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School: Michigan
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Height: 5′ 8″
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Weight: 205
Corum is a good player, no doubt, but this feels like a weird fit with what Kyren Williams brought to the team last season. Still, a 1-2 punch with Williams and Corum behind a revamped offensive line might rake for the Rams.
HOUSTON, TX – JANUARY 08: Michigan Wolverines running back Blake Corum (2) sets his helmet on his head during warmups before the CFP National Championship game Michigan Wolverines and Washington Huskies on January 8, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 82 — Tip Reiman
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Draft Grade: C+
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School: Illinois
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Height: 6′ 5″
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Weight: 271
Good, big athlete for the Cardinals to pair with Trey McBride. This is the thunder to McBride’s lightning.
WEST LAFAYETTE, IN – SEPTEMBER 30: Illinois TE Tip Reiman (89) prior to a college football game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and Purdue Boilermakers on September 30, 2023 at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, IN. (Photo by James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 81 — Christian Haynes
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Draft Grade: A+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 30
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School: Connecticut
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Height: 6′ 3″
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Weight: 317
Haynes is a STUD. The Seahawks might have a rookie starting guard in the third round who excels just about everywhere. This is a fantastic pickup.
BOISE, ID – SEPTEMBER 08:Connecticut Huskies offensive lineman Christian Haynes (64) enters the field with teammates before the game between the Connecticut Huskies vs the Boise State Broncos on Saturday, September 8, 2018, at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. (Photo by Douglas Stringer/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 80 — Jermaine Burton
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Draft Grade: B
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School: Alabama
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Height: 6′ 0″
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Weight: 196
Burton is extremely talented, but had some character red flags this offseason. He’s the perfect guy to pair with Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase for the long term — and maybe Tee Higgins, too? Regardless, Burton can make big plays happen downfield.
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS – OCTOBER 07: Jermaine Burton #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide reacts after a touchdown in the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field on October 07, 2023 in College Station, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 79 — Matt Goncalves
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Draft Grade: C
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School: Pittsburgh
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Height: 6′ 6″
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Weight: 327
Offensive line depth is never a bad thing. Goncalves might be able to play a few positions up front for the Colts, but solid swing tackle is a nice outcome for him.
LOUISVILLE, KY – OCTOBER 22: Pittsburgh OL Matt Goncalves (76) reacts to a call during a college football game between the Pittsburgh Panthers and Louisville Cardinals on October 22, 2022 at Cardinal Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 78 — Calen Bullock
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Draft Grade: B
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Pre-Draft Rank: 61
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School: USC
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 188
Nice pick up for the Texans, who needed a safety to pair with Jalen Pitre. Bullock was one of the few playmakers on defense for the Trojans, notching nine interceptions in three seasons.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 18: Calen Bullock #7 of the USC Trojans defends in coverage during the first half of a game against the UCLA Bruins at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on November 18, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 77 — Delmar Glaze
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Draft Grade: C
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School: Maryland
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Height: 6′ 4″
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Weight: 315
This adds offensive tackle depth for a team that needed it. Perhaps Glaze is a diamond in the rough starter, but he’s most likely just depth.
MOBILE, AL – FEBRUARY 01: American offensive lineman Delmar Glaze of Maryland (74) during the American team practice for the Reese’s Senior Bowl on February 31, 2024 at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama. (Photo by Michael Wade/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 76 — Jonah Elliss
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Draft Grade: A
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School: Utah
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 248
The Broncos needed a pass rusher and Elliss is a great value at this point in the draft. He’s a high-floor guy who should be able to start right away.
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 21: Utah Utes defensive end Jonah Elliss (83) lines up at line of scrimmage during a college football game between the Utah Utes against the USC Trojans on October 21, 2023, at United Airlines Field at The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 7
3— Cooper Beebe
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Draft Grade: A
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Pre-Draft Rank: 46
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School: Kansas St.
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Height: 6′ 3″
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Weight: 322
Love this pick for Dallas. Beebe has versatility and talent to be a fixture with the Cowboys for a long time as they continue to find the next great version of their offensive line. He played guard and tackle in the same games at times for Kansas State.
ORLANDO, FL – DECEMBER 28: Kansas State Wildcats offensive lineman Cooper Beebe (50) blocks during the game between the North Carolina State Wolfpack and the Kansas State Wildcats on December 28, 2023 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fl. (Photo by David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 73 — Trevin Wallace
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Draft Grade: C
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School: Kentucky
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Height: 6′ 1″
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Weight: 237
The Panthers get the linebacker depth they need. Carolina just needed bodies on defense after losing a few guys this offseason. Brick by brick.
LEXINGTON, KY – SEPTEMBER 30: Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Trevin Wallace (32) pursues a play on defense during a college football game against the Florida Gators on September 30, 2023 at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 72 — Isaiah Adams
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Draft Grade: C
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Pre-Draft Rank: 95
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School: Illinois
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Height: 6′ 4″
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Weight: 315
The Cardinals got a player who can provide good depth up front. He might not be a lot of long term starting potential, but he’s a body on the offensive line.
CHAMPAIGN, IL – OCTOBER 21: Illinois Fighting Illini Offensive Lineman Isaiah Adams (78) blocks during the college football game between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Illinois Fighting Illini on October 21, 2023, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 71 — Andru Phillips
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Draft Grade: C+
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School: Kentucky
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Height: 5′ 11″
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Weight: 190
Good depth here for the Giants at cornerback. It’s never a bad idea to add cornerbacks and now the Giants have two defensive backs added at this point in the draft.
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 10: Andru Phillips #23 of the Kentucky Wildcats celebrates after defeating the Florida Gators 26-16 in a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on September 10, 2022 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 71 — Junior Colson
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Draft Grade: A
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Pre-Draft Rank: 48
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School: Michigan
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 238
The Chargers really needed a linebacker in the draft and Jim Harbaugh went back to Michigan to find one. Colson is one of the better linebacker prospects in the draft and his athleticism should help him make plays early for the Chargers.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – DECEMBER 02: Michigan Wolverines linebacker Junior Colson (25) lines up on defense during the Big 10 Championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and Iowa Hawkeyes on December 2, 2023, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 67 — Brandon Coleman
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Draft Grade: C
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School: TCU
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Height: 6′ 6″
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Weight: 320
This is a bit early for Coleman, but hard to get too mad at taking an offensive lineman with good movement skills in the third round. The Commanders at least got some developable depth here.
FORT WORTH, TX – NOVEMBER 26: TCU Horned Frogs offensive tackle Brandon Coleman (#77) waits for the snap during the college football game between the Iowa State Cyclones and TCU Horned Frogs on November 26, 2022 at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, TX. (Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pic No. 66 — Trey Benson
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Draft Grade: A
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Pre-Draft Rank: 41
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School: Florida St.
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Height: 6′ 0″
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Weight: 216
This is a great pick for the Cardinals. Benson might not be the shiftiest runner, but big backs with legitimate straight-line speed are always good money. Benson is a true home run hitter.
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 25: Trey Benson #3 of the Florida State Seminoles scores a touchdown during the second half of a game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 25, 2023 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 65 — Malachi Corley
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Draft Grade: B+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 65
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School: W. Kentucky
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Height: 5′ 11″
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Weight: 210
Corley has a chance to be a monster after the catch in the NFL. He’s a great addition to a room that already has Mike Williams and budding superstar Garrett Wilson. Wilson and Corley are a good duo to build around for the future.
HONOLULU, HI – SEPTEMBER 03: Malachi Corley #11 of the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers runs the ball during the second half of an NCAA football game against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at the Clarance T.C. Ching Athletic Complex on September 3, 2022 in Honolulu, Hawaii. (Photo by Darryl Oumi/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: :Pick No. 64 — Renardo Green
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Draft Grade: B
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School: Florida St.
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Height: 6′ 0″
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Weight: 186
Green is a skilled player for the 49ers to add to their defensive backfield. He made a lot of plays on the ball last year for the Seminoles and held first-round pick Malik Nabers in check during their matchups to open the season.
Florida State defensive back Renardo Green (8) reacts during the second half of an NCAA football game against the Boston College Eagles on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Chestnut Hill, Mass. (AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 63 — Kingsley Suamataia
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Draft Grade: A+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 22
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School: BYU
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Height: 6′ 5″
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Weight: 326
One plus is not enough here — this is a potentially franchise-altering pick for the Chiefs here at the bottom of the second round. Suamataia is a bit raw, but he has legitimate franchise left tackle athleticism and movement ability. Throw him out there and let him grow into an elite tackle.
FORT WORTH, TEXAS – OCTOBER 14: Kingsley Suamataia #78 of the Brigham Young Cougars prepares to block during the second half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium on October 14, 2023 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 62 — Roger Rosengarten
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Draft Grade: B
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Pre-Draft Rank: 92
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School: Washington
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Height: 6′ 5″
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Weight: 308
Rosengarten is an elite mover at offensive line and has a lot of experience playing in college. This is probably an immediate starter at right tackle after Baltimore traded away Morgan Moses.
STANFORD, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 28: Roger Rosengarten #73 of the Washington Huskies looks on during a game against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Stanford, California. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 60 — Cole Bishop
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Draft Grade: B
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Pre-Draft Rank: 60
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School: Utah
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 206
Bishop was a productive safety for Utah and now goes to a team that needs a safety. This is a safe pick that should give the Bills a multiyear starter at a position of need.
PASADENA, CA – JANUARY 02: Utah Utes safety Cole Bishop (8) defends during the Rose Bowl game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Utah Utes on January 2, 2023 at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 59 — Blake Fisher
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Draft Grade: B+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 83
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School: Notre Dame
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Height: 6′ 6″
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Weight: 310
This pick might not come to fruition right away for the Texans, but it’s a great long-term play. Fisher is a bit raw, but he’s young and is still a realistic bet to hit his ceiling in a big way for the Texans. This pick could pay off in the long run for C.J. Stroud and the Texans.
BALTIMORE, MD – NOVEMBER 12: Notre Dame tackle Blake Fisher (54) pass blocks during the Notre Dame Fighting Irish versus Navy Midshipmen game on November 12, 2022 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD. (Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 58 — Javon Bullard
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Draft Grade: A-
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Pre-Draft Rank: 79
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School: Georgia
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Height: 5′ 11″
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Weight: 198
This is a great get for the Packers. Bullard might not be the most dynamic athlete in the draft, but the former Bulldog is a playmaker all over the field and has a chance to be a long-term starter in the NFL. Bullard and Xavier McKinney are a versatile pair of safeties to put on the field.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 28: Javon Bullard #22 of the Georgia Bulldogs looks on before the start of a game against the Florida Gators at EverBank Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 57 — Chris Braswell
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Draft Grade: C+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 67
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School: Alabama
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Height: 6′ 3″
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Weight: 251
Braswell is a solid, if unspectacular edge rusher. He’s got some burst up the field, but projects more as a tertiary rushing option rather than a lead dog. Still, a nice player to have on your roster even if he’s not a star.
STARKVILLE, MS – SEPTEMBER 30: Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Chris Braswell (41) returns an interception during the game between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and the Alabama Crimson Tide on September 30, 2023 at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field in Starkville, MS. (Photo by Chris McDill/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 56 — Marshawn Kneeland
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Draft Grade: B-
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Pre-Draft Rank: 40
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School: W. Michigan
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Height: 6′ 3″
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Weight: 267
The Cowboys needed to add more juice to their pass rush and found someone who has the potential to be a solid No. 2 across from Micah Parsons for the long term. Kneeland had first-round rumors, but this is a probably a more appropriate spot for him.
KALAMAZOO, MI – AUGUST 31: Western Michigan Broncos defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland (99) celebrates after the college football game between the Saint Francis Red Flash and Western Michigan Broncos on August 31, 2023, at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, MI. (Photo by Joseph Weiser/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 55 — Patrick Paul
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Draft Grade: A
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Pre-Draft Rank: 34
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School: Houston
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Height: 6′ 8″
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Weight: 331
The Dolphins needed to continue bolstering their offensive line and they got a potential decade-long starter in Paul. Paul is a big-bodied freak athlete who has real potential to be a good player in the NFL. Love this.
ORLANDO, FL – NOVEMBER 25: Houston Cougars offensive lineman Patrick Paul (76) protects the pocket during the game between the Houston Cougars and the Central Florida (UCF) Knights on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at FBC Mortgage Stadium, Orlando, Fla. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 53 — Ben Sinnott
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Draft Grade: B-
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Pre-Draft Rank: 100
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School: Kansas St.
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Height: 6′ 4″
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Weight: 250
Sinnott is a quality tight end prospect that should round out a solid skill group for Jayden Daniels in his first year. It’s not the sexiest pick, but it’s a pick that will help the Commanders on offense.
LAWRENCE, KANSAS – NOVEMBER 18: Tight end Ben Sinnott #34 of the Kansas State Wildcats carries the ball during the 1st half of the game against the Kansas Jayhawks at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on November 18, 2023 in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 52 — Adonai Mitchell
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Draft Grade: A+
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Pre-Draft Rank: 24
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School: Texas
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Height: 6′ 2″
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Weight: 205
Mitchell was viewed as a potential first-round prospect and he fell all the way to the back half of the second round. The Colts need to continue to add weapons around Anthony Richardson as he works his way back from injury, and now they have Mitchell to play with Michael Pittman and Josh Downs.
ARLINGTON, TX – DECEMBER 02: Texas Longhorns wide receiver Adonai Mitchell (#5) runs up field after a catch during the Big 12 Championship football game between the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma State Cowboys on December 02, 2023 at AT&T Studium in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) -
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Expert Commentary: Pick No. 51 — Zach Frazier
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Draft Grade: A
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Pre-Draft Rank: 38
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School: West Virginia
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Height: 6′ 3″
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Weight: 313
The Steelers continue their major youth movement up front. First Broderick Jones last season, then Troy Fautanu in the first round of this year’s draft, and now Frazier to man down their center spot. The Steelers clearly wanted to fix the offensive line this year and they’ve certainly moved in the right direction.
MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA – OCTOBER 29: Zach Frazier #54 of the West Virginia Mountaineers lines up against the TCU Horned Frogs at Mountaineer Field on October 29, 2022 in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) -