NFL Mock Draft 2024: Bears, Raiders, Bengals surprise in Round 1; Cowboys go RB in final 3-round projections

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Mock Draft 2024: Bears, Raiders, Bengals surprise in Round 1; Cowboys go RB in final 3-round projections image

Once more, with feeling.

The 2024 mock draft process started right after last year's Mr. Irrevelant was announced, and there have been plenty of twists and turns along the way — other than USC quarterback Caleb Williams being the sure-fire No. 1 pick.

Before reality happens with teams making official selections in Thursday's first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, here's a look at Sporting News' updated projections of picks for the first three rounds, from No. 1 to No. 100 overall.

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NFL Mock Draft 2024

Round 1

1. Chicago Bears (from Panthers)

  • Caleb Williams, QB, USC (6-1, 214 pounds)

The Bears have made this a certainty for a while since trading Justin Fields before Williams' pro day. They have good reason to believe he will answer their long-standing franchise QB question with his elite arm, athleticism, and competitive playmaking.

2. Washington Commanders

  • Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU (6-4, 210 pounds)

Daniels' dynamic, athletic skill set falls in line well with the offensive philosophy of Kliff Kingsbury, given Daniels compares favorably to Lamar Jackson and Kingsbury guided Kyler Murray's early career in Arizona.

3. New England Patriots

  • Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina (6-4, 223 pounds)

The Patriots could eschew QB and tap into the top wide receivers in this class, but after trading Mac Jones, they must fill this major positional void. Maye's classic pocket passing with a punch of mobility is a solid fit for Alex Van Pelt's offense.

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4. Arizona Cardinals

  • Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State (6-3, 202 pounds)

The Cardinals have a major void for a true No. 1 wide receiver for Murray. Harrison checks every box in that department with dominant size, speed, hands, routes, big-play juice, and red-zone prowess. If they don't trade down, this would be the best pick.

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5. Los Angeles Chargers

  • Malik Nabers, WR, LSU (6-0, 200 pounds)

The Chargers are heavily rumored to trade out of this spot with the Vikings coming up to get J.J. McCarthy as their franchise QB behind Williams, Daniels, and Maye coming off the board. Should they stay, they need a new, versatile alpha like Nabers to boost Justin Herbert in Greg Roman's offense.

6. New York Giants

  • Rome Odunze, WR, Washington (6-3, 212 pounds)

The Giants will also think about getting their long-term No. 1 wide receiver for Daniel Jones or another quarterback. Odunze is a smooth route runner with loads of his own classic No. 1 size and big-play talent.

7. Tennessee Titans

  • Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame (6-9, 321 pounds)

The Titans need to keep improving their offensive line, and it makes sense to land a sturdy pass protector with Will Levis most in mind. This is getting close to a lock pick, too.

8. Atlanta Falcons

  • Dallas Turner, EDGE, Alabama (6-3, 247 pounds)

The Falcons have had an offensive-minded offseason so far with Kirk Cousin as the centerpiece. They can now please defensive-minded coach Raheem Morris with a needed cornerstone pass rusher and run stopper. Turner or Laiatu Latu will be the pick as the top two options at this position of need.

9. Chicago Bears

  • Byron Murphy II, DT, Texas (6-0, 297 pounds)

The Bears make the first surprise move of the first round with Odunze off the board. Latu would also be an option opposite Montez Sweat, but the Bears are very weak on Matt Eberflus' interior front and badly need a powerful, Jonathan Allen-like disruptor to complement Sweat.

10. New York Jets

  • Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia (6-3, 243 pounds)

The Jets have become more attached to landing Bowers as a reliable, short-to-intermediate third target for Aaron Rodgers behind Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall. That goes along with the collective thinking that the offensive tackles are slipping a bit for teams not desperate to address the position.

11. Minnesota Vikings

  • J.J. McCarthy, QB, Michigan (6-2, 219 pounds)

The Vikings may need to move up to ensure getting McCarthy to lead Kevin O'Connell's loaded offense, but his arm, athleticism, toughness, and competitiveness will look good paired with Minnesota's other JJ, Justin Jefferson.

12. Denver Broncos

  • Bo Nix, QB, Oregon (6-2, 214 pounds)

The Broncos have the shakiest of QB rooms after moving on from Russell Wilson, led by Jarrett Stidham and newcomer Zach Wilson. They need to target the accurate, athletic-enough Nix, who fits Sean Payton's pocket passing system best in this draft.

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13. Las Vegas Raiders

  • Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington (6-2, 216 pounds)

The Raiders love Penix's strong deep arm and athletic upside. They might try to move up from No. 44 overall in the second round to get him, or they might just pull the trigger here, making him their next franchise passer as they table offensive tackle and cornerback early.

14. New Orleans Saints

  • Taliese Fuaga, OT, Oregon State (6-6, 234 pounds)

The Saints will examine all the offensive tackle options behind Alt given there's some question there with Trevor Penning (ineffective) and Ryan Ramczyk injured. Fuaga's blend of power and athleticism makes the most sense at this position.

15. Indianapolis Colts

  • Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo (6-0, 195 pounds)

The Colts need a speedy corner to help them with downfield coverage in Gus Bradley's scheme, and no one in this class is as fast with the same level of on-ball skills as Mitchell.

16. Seattle Seahawks

  • Terrion Arnold, CB, Alabama (6-0, 189 pounds)

The Seahawks are a hard team to figure out. Between offensive line, edge rusher, cornerback, and even quarterback, they have some options here for GM John Schneider. Ultimately, they go back to corner after landing Devon Witherspoon last offseason, as new coach Mike Macdonald likes to use a secondary-heavy scheme. Arnold would give them a dynamic, playmaking option to keep Riq Woolen on the bench outside.

17. Jacksonville Jaguars

  • Olumuyiwa Fashanu, OT, Penn State (6-6, 312 pounds)

The Jaguars may also be looking at cornerback help opposite Tyson Campbell, but should Fashanu fall a little bit behind Alt and Fuaga, they need to jump on him to put a rock opposite Cam Robinson while they think about moving Anton Harrison inside.

18. Cincinnati Bengals

  • Cooper DeJean, CB, Iowa (6-1, 209 pounds)

The Bengals haven't been attached much to DeJean, but his athletic playmaking versatility is exactly what their secondary could use for Lou Anarumo's scheme to clean up well behind the pass rush.

19. Los Angeles Rams

  • Laiatu Latu, EDGE, UCLA (6-5, 259 pounds) 

The Rams will think about Murphy or Johnny Newton inside or Jared Verse on the edge instead, but they can't deny how the beefy, productive Latu would be a good way to help compensate for retiring Aaron Donald.

20. Pittsburgh Steelers

  • Jackson Powers-Johnson, G, Oregon (6-3, 328 pounds)

The Steelers should be looking to upgrade either center or right guard right along with offensive tackle, and JPJ's presence would be a much welcome boost to their overall blocking to help 2023 free-agent addition Issac Seumalo.

21. Miami Dolphins

  • Jared Verse, EDGE, Florida State (6-4, 254 pounds)

The Dolphins, like the Rams, will also be thinking about defensive tackle disruption after losing Christian Wilkins in free agency to the Raiders, but they could also use a third key pass rusher with youthful burst to replace Andrew Van Ginkel behind Jaelan Phillips and Bradley Chubb.

22. Philadelphia Eagles

  • Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia (6-8, 340 pounds)

The Eagles should think about getting a cornerback even if Mitchell is off the board, but they could also stash some needed tackle depth in this potential successor to right tackle Lane Johnson, who turns 34 in May.

23. Minnesota Vikings (from Browns through Texans)

  • Johnny Newton, DT, Illinois (6-2, 304 pounds)

The Vikings will have their eyes on Latu or Verse dropping if they keep this pick, but the havoc-wreaking Newton is a good value here, too, well after Murphy goes to the NFC North-rival Bears.

24. Dallas Cowboys 

  • Graham Barton, OT, Duke (6-5, 313 pounds)

The Cowboys may perceive Barton to be more of a guard, but they have big question marks inside and outside on their offensive line with shakiness next to Zack Martin and minus Tyron Smith. This line just needs a solid rock who can start anywhere right away, likely at left guard.

25. Green Bay Packers

  • J.C. Latham, OT, Alabama (6-6, 342 pounds)

The Packers need to think about offensive tackle early after parting ways with David Bakhtiari, and Latham has the all-around upside for which they are looking.

26. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

  • Chop Robinson, EDGE, Penn State (6-3, 254 pounds)

The Buccaneers need to rebuild their pass rush for Todd Bowles minus Shaquil Barrett. Robinson has the speed, explosiveness, and finish to fare well in their defensive scheme.

27. Arizona Cardinals (from Texans)

  • Darius Robinson, EDGE, Missouri (6-5, 285 pounds)

The Cardinals might think offensive line with this second first-rounder after going WR early, but they can go for another borderline-freakish pass rusher named Robinson to help Jonathan Gannon.

28. Buffalo Bills

  • Brian Thomas Jr., WR, LSU (6-4, 205 pounds)

The Bills might need to address wideout multiple times after trading Stefon Diggs and not re-signing Gabe Davis. Thomas would wrap both needs into one as a complete No. 1 with Davis' big-play juice outside.

29. Detroit Lions

  • Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB, Alabama (5-11, 199 pounds)

The Lions still need to address corner after their veteran additions didn't pan out last offseason. McKinstry has some elite playmaking flashes with shutdown-level upside.

30. Baltimore Ravens (13-4)

  • Nate Wiggins, CB, Clemson (6-2, 185 pounds)

The Ravens will be ready to push forward at corner, where they also need depth and grab a falling Wiggins for his size, speedy, and savvy playmaking.

31. San Francisco 49ers (12-5)

  • Troy Fautanu, G, Washington (6-4, 317 pounds)

The 49ers will take advantage of the Seahawks and Cardinals not taking Fautanu, landing the ideal athletic guard for Kyle Shanahan's system.

32. Kansas City Chiefs (11-6)

  •  Tyler Guyton, OT, Oklahoma (6-8, 322 pounds) 

The Chiefs went boom with former Sooners center Creed Humphrey and will tap into the program again for a better size-power-athleticism combination that Orlando Brown Jr. once gave them in front of Patrick Mahomes.

Round 2

33. Carolina Panthers

  • Troy Franklin, WR, Oregon (6-2, 176 pounds)

The Panthers need a field-stretching outside receiver to complement Diontae Johnson and Adam Thielen, and Franklin would be a sweet downfield get for Bryce Young in Dave Canales' offense.

34. New England Patriots

The Patriots need to consider offensive tackle rather early to protect their rookie QB, and Suamataia has athletic upside for the left side opposite re-signed Mike Onwenu.

35. Arizona Cardinals

  • Braden Fiske, DT, Florida State (6-4, 292 pounds)

The Cardinals, after getting Marvin Harrison Jr. for receiver and one of the Robinsons for the pass rush, can now address a key hole and grab an active inside disruptor to boost Jonathan Gannon's scheme.

36. Washington Commanders

  • Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia (6-0, 186 pounds)

The Commanders need a third receiving option between Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson, and the versatile, technical McConkey would be an upgrade over Curtis Samuel.

37. Los Angeles Chargers

  • Payton Wilson, LB, NC State (6-4, 233 pounds)

The Chargers could use a major upgrade in terms of range and coverage ability on the second level, and Wilson should make a ton of plays in their new defense.

38. Tennessee Titans

  • Adonai Mitchell, WR, Texans (6-2, 205 pounds)

The Titans will take advantage of Mitchell dropping as they look to add more speedy playmakers for Will Levis.

39. Carolina Panthers (from Giants)

  • T.J. Tampa, CB, Iowa State (6-1, 189 pounds)

The Panthers will be looking for some corner help after moving Donte Jackson in the Diontae Johnson trade. Tampa uses all of his frame and speed well in coverage.

40. Washington Commanders (from Bears)

  • Jordan Morgan, OT, Arizona (6-5, 311 pounds)

The Commanders need to focus on support for Jayden Daniels, and after adding some receiving help in McConkey, they can get a good value for pass protection.

41. Green Bay Packers (from Jets)

  •  Zach Frazier, C, West Virginia (6-3, 313 pounds)

The Packers have been rather disappointed in Josh Myers and will look to make a second consecutive upgrade for their offensive line.

42. Houston Texans (from Vikings)

  • Chris Braswell, EDGE, Alabama (6-3, 251 pounds)

The Texans can get some needed young bookend help for Will Anderson Jr. in the form of his former teammate.

43. Atlanta Falcons

  • Tyler Nubin, S, Minnesota (6-1, 199 pounds)

The Falcons cleaned up one safety with former Bengal Jessie Bates III in free agency last year, and now they can land the ideal complement.

44. Las Vegas Raiders

  • Kamari Lassiter, CB, Georgia (5-11, 186 pounds)

The Raiders can go back to thinking about filling a key corner need with Lassiter after surprising with Michael Penix Jr. in Round 1.

45. New Orleans Saints (from Broncos)

  • Edgerrin Cooper, LB, Texas A&M (6-2, 230 pounds)

The Saints need to think about the future of their second level given Demario Davis is 35.

46. Indianapolis Colts

  • Xavier Worthy, WR, Texas (5-11, 165 pounds)

The Colts saw Worthy blaze to an amazing 40-yard dash on their home field and should love to have him try to catch up with Anthony Richardson's deep passes opposite Michael Pittman Jr.

47. New York Giants (from Seahawks)

  • Ruke Orhorhoro, DT, Clemson (6-4, 294 pounds)

The Giants need to add some more power to their defensive front under new coordinator Shane Bowen, who coached Jeffery Simmons in Tennessee.

48. Jacksonville Jaguars

  • Xavier Legette, WR, South Carolina (6-1, 221 pounds)

The Jaguars need to be in the market for more wide receiver help. Trevor Lawrence would like to have Legette's field-stretching presence in the mix opposite Gabe Davis.

49. Cincinnati Bengals

  • Jaden Hicks, S, Washington State (6-2, 211 pounds)

The Bengals miss the impact playmaking of Jessie Bates II, so they take a shot here on a potential new starter to pair with coverage-based newcomer Geno Stone.

50. Philadelphia Eagles (from Saints)

  • Ennis Rakestraw Jr., CB, Missouri (5-11, 183 pounds)

The Eagles would be thrilled if this cover man ends up slipping. Rakestraw makes plays as a fearless, aggressive tracker of downfield receivers.

51. Pittsburgh Steelers

  • Keon Coleman, WR, Florida State (6-3, 213 pounds)

After trading Diontae Johnson, the Steelers could use a technically sound route-runner to pair with George Pickens. The big-bodied Coleman more than fits the bill.

52. Los Angeles Rams

  • Mike Sainristil, CB, Michigan (5-8, 182 pounds)

The Rams need to address corner and defensive tackle along with the edge, and Sainistil, who plays bigger than his size, is a nice fit for their scheme.

53. Philadelphia Eagles

  • Adisa Isaac, EDGE, Penn State (6-4, 247 pounds)

After landing Bryce Huff in free agency, Isaac can give Philadelphia a little more pop in Vic Fangio's 3-4 defense along with Josh Sweat.

54. Cleveland Browns

  • Kris Jenkins, DT, Michigan (6-3, 299 pounds)

The Browns need some inside pass-rushing pop to add to their run-stopping prowess, and Jenkins fits well in the rotation.

55. Miami Dolphins

  • Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, S, Texas Tech (5-10, 197 pounds)

The Dolphins could use a key secondary chess piece to potentially help as a nickel corner and also be a contingency for 32-year-old newcomer Jordan Poyer.

56. Dallas Cowboys

  • Jonathon Brooks, RB, Texas (6-0, 216 pounds)

Brooks is the only three-down back to consider this early, and he would have gone higher as a good power-speed blend if not for an ACL injury that cut short his final season in Austin.

57. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

  •  Trey Benson, RB, Florida State (6-0, 216 pounds)

The Buccaneers need a power back to complement Rachaad White, and Benson can be an elite pounding producer between the tackles.

58. Green Bay Packers

  • Bralen Trice, EDGE, Washington (6-3, 245 pounds)

The Packers need some instant pass-rush support and can go for this savvy producer.

59. Houston Texans

  • Calen Bullock, S, USC (6-2, 188 pounds)

The Texans can address a key area of need for DeMeco Ryans' secondary with Bullock's speed, quickness, and big-slot coverage potential.

60. Buffalo Bills

  • Javon Bullard, S, Georgia (5-10, 198 pounds)

The Bills got gutted at safety out of cap necessity in free agency, so it makes sense to take the best playmaker available at the position.

61. Detroit Lions

  • Ricky Pearsall, WR, Florida (6-1, 189 pounds)

The Lions have Amon-Ra St. Brown to dominate the slot and are hopeful Jameson Williams can provide more soon, but it makes sense to add Pearsall, a route-running technician with some big-play flair.

62. Baltimore Ravens

  • Javon Baker, WR, UCF (6-1, 202 pounds)

The Ravens can get a technically sound possession slot here to help complement Zay Flowers.

63. San Francisco 49ers

  • Blake Fisher, OT, Notre Dame (6-6, 310 pounds)

Fisher has natural power and can work his agility to be an active, all-around asset in Kyle Shanahan's blocking scheme outside.

64. Kansas City Chiefs

  • Jermaine Burton, WR, Alabama (6-0, 196 pounds)

The Chiefs land their slot contingency for troubled Rashee Rice.

Round 3

65. Carolina Panthers

  • Marshawn Kneeland, EDGE, Western Michigan (6-3, 267 pounds)

The Panthers added Jadeveon Clowney to offset the loss of Brian Burns, but they should still be very interested in this well-rounded pass-rush sleeper here.

66. Arizona Cardinals

  • Blake Corum, RB, Michigan (5-8, 205 pounds)

Corum would provide the ideal change-of-pace and relief for James Conner in OC Drew Petzing's run scheme.

67. Washington Commanders

  • Max Melton, CB, Rutgers (5-11, 197 pounds)

The Commanders need some secondary help after losing Kendall Fuller and Kamren Curl. Melton can be a reliable inside defender.

68. New England Patriots

  • Khyree Jackson, CB, Oregon (6-4, 194 pounds)

The Patriots, like other teams, are intrigued by Jackson's size and coverage technique upside.

69. Los Angeles Chargers

  •  Jalen McMillan, WR, Washington (6-1, 197 pounds)

The Chargers, after adding Malik Nabers in the first round, need a smooth, route-running slot to help replace Keenan Allen.

70. New York Giants

  • Junior Colson, LB, Michigan (6-2, 238 pounds)

The Giants could use a heady, rangy cover man and blitzer for the second level to complement Bobby Okereke.

71. Arizona Cardinals (from Titans)

  • Sedrick Van Pran-Granger, C, Georgia (6-4, 298 pounds)

The Cardinals can keep working on a major makeover of their offensive line, adding a starting center.

72. New York Jets

  • Kiran Amegadjie, OT, Yale (6-5, 323 pounds)

The Jets need to add an upside developmental tackle behind aging newcomers Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses.

73. Detroit Lions (from Vikings)

  • Christian Haynes, G, Connecticut (6-3, 317 pounds)

The Lions locked up Graham Glasgow and signed Kevin Zeitler with Jonah Jackson leaving, but they could use some solid run-blocking depth inside.

74. Atlanta Falcons

  • Michael Hall Jr., DT, Ohio State (6-3, 290 pounds)

The Falcons stay defensive-minded for Morris, now addressing a key rotational backup piece with natural strength and explosiveness.

75. Chicago Bears

  • Ja'Lynn Polk, WR, Washington (6-1, 203 pounds)

The Bears could use a physical target to complement DJ Moore and Keenan Allen for Caleb Williams.

76. Denver Broncos

  • Malachi Corley, WR, Western Kentucky (5-10, 215 pounds)

The Broncos need to replace traded Jerry Jeudy with a more interesting slot option. Corley converts his strong routes into some big plays after the catch.

77. Las Vegas Raiders

  • .Dominic Puni, G, Kansas (6-5, 313 pounds) 

The Raiders are very thin at guard and need someone to start on the right side. Puni can deliver with his athletic inside blocking.

78. Washington Commanders (from Seahawks)

  • Ja'Tavion Sanders, TE, Texas (6-4, 245 pounds)

After moving on from Logan Thomas, the Commanders added veteran Zach Ertz, but he's 33. Sanders is a nice receiving-based option to bring along behind Ertz to further boost Jayden Daniels.

79. Atlanta Falcons (from Jaguars)

  • Ben Sinnott, TE, Kansas State (6-4, 250 pounds)

The Falcons are going away from 12 personnel in their new offense, but they still could use some all-around depth behind Kyle Pitts.

80. Cincinnati Bengals

  • Roman Wilson, WR, Michigan (5-10, 185 pounds)

The Bengals get their Tyler Boyd replacement, only one with more speed and quickness to use in the slot to play off Ja'Marr Chase and (for now) Tee Higgins.

81. Seattle Seahawks (from Saints through Broncos)

  • Spencer Rattler, QB, South Carolina (6-0, 211 pounds)

Rattler's combination of arm, athleticism, and experience should give him appeal as another quick developmental option to go with Sam Howell behind Geno Smith.

82. Indianapolis Colts

  • Brandon Dorlus, EDGE, Oregon (6-3, 283 pounds)

The Colts could use a lot more speed and quickness in their pass rush, and that's just what Dorlus can provide.

83. Los Angeles Rams

  •  Jeremiah Trotter Jr. LB, Clemson (6-0, 228 pounds)

The Rams can keep going to add defense with Trotter, who fills a need for an all-around upfield playmaker.

84. Pittsburgh Steelers

  • Kamren Kinchens, S, Miami (5-11, 203 pounds)

The Steelers catch a falling Kinchens to give them another nickel back option behind Minkah Fitzpatrick.

85. Cleveland Browns

  • Austin Booker, EDGE, Kansas (6-5, 240 pounds)

The Browns need some more pass-rush depth behind Myles Garrett. Booker flashes great speed and quickness as he develops more vs. the run.

86. Houston Texans (from Eagles)

  • Leonard Taylor III, DT, Miami (6-3, 303 pounds)

The Texans added Denico Autry, Foley Fatukasi, and Tim Settle in free agency, but they won't mind adding more depth to help in the run-stopping rotation.

87. Dallas Cowboys

  • Devontez Walker, WR, North Carolina (6-2, 193 pounds)

Walker can give them a technically sound deep threat to replace Michael Gallup.

88. Green Bay Packers

  • Christian Mahogany, G, Boston College (6-3, 314 pounds)

The Packers need to think about guard, too, after not re-signing Jon Runyan in free agency. Mahogany is a welcome, athletic option in their scheme.

89. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

  • Cooper Beebe, G, Kansas State (6-3, 322 pounds)

The Buccaneers can also address the interior line well with this classic power blocker.

90. Arizona Cardinals (from Texans)

  • T'Vondre Sweat, DT, Texas (6-4, 366 pounds)

The Cardinals take a calculated risk on a strong, powerful option for Jonathan Gannon, further upgrading a weakness after drafting Braden Fiske.

91. Green Bay Packers (from Bills)

  • Cam Hart, CB, Notre Dame (6-3, 202 pounds)

The Packers should be attracted to how well Hart uses his size in coverage, and he also has big-play upside.

92. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from Lions)

  • Cedric Gray, LB, North Carolina (6-1, 234 pounds)

The Buccaneers parted ways with Devon White in the offseason, and they will like adding Gray's upfield speed for depth as he hones his coverage skills.

93. Baltimore Ravens

  • Jaylen Wright, RB, Tennessee (5-10, 210 pounds)

The Ravens need to get a young change-of-pace behind Derrick Henry, and Wright is a little sturdier and reliable than Keaton Mitchell.

94. San Francisco 49ers

  • Brenden Rice, WR, USC (6-2, 208 pounds)

The 49ers, should they move Brandon Aiyuk soon, can go get Jerry's son as a potential deep threat for Brock Purdy.

95. Kansas City Chiefs

  • Jamari Thrash, WR, Louisville (6-0, 188 pounds)

The Chiefs will look to add a downfield threat for Patrick Mahomes for the outside after getting Jermaine Burton a round earlier.

96. Jacksonville Jaguars (compensatory)

  • McKinnley Jackson, DT, Texas A&M (6-1, 326 pounds)

The Jaguars can get some stout help for their line rotation behind newcomer Arik Armstead.

97. Cincinnati Bengals (compensatory)

  • Patrick Paul, OT, Houston (6-8, 331 pounds)

The Bengals need to get some pass-protection upside in front of Joe Burrow.

98. Pittsburgh Steelers (from Eagles, compensatory)

  • Kris Abrams-Draine, CB, Missouri (5-11, 179 pounds)

The Steelers take a shot on an agile, fluid cover man who, for now, matches high reward with high risk vs. receivers.

99. Los Angeles Rams (special compensatory)

  • Audric Estime, RB, Notre Dame (5-11, 221 pounds)

The Rams have been thrilled with the workhorse production of former Notre Dame star Kyren Williams, but they need to upgrade their backup situation with the power and big-play burst of another Irish back.

100. Washington Commanders (from 49ers, special compensatory)

  • Tommy Eichenberg, LB, Ohio State (6-2, 233 pounds)

The Commanders added Frankie Luvu and Bobby Wagner to the second level to help defensive-minded coach Dan Quinn, but Eichenberg would round things out nicely as an upgrade over first-round disappointment Jamin Davis.

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Vinnie Iyer, has been with TSN since 1999, not long after graduating from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. He has produced NFL content for more than 20 years, turning his attention to full-time writing in 2007. A native of St. Louis, Mo. but now a long-time resident of Charlotte, N.C. Vinnie’s top two professional sports teams are Cardinals and Blues, but he also carries purple pride for all things Northwestern Wildcats. He covers every aspect of the NFL for TSN including player evaluations, gambling and fantasy football, where he is a key contributor. Vinnie represents TSN as host of the “Locked On Fantasy Football” podcast on the Locked On network. Over his many years at TSN, he’s also written about MLB, NBA, NASCAR, college football, tennis, horse racing, film and television. His can’t-miss program remains “Jeopardy!”, where he was once a three-day champion and he is still avid about crossword puzzles and trivia games. When not watching sports or his favorite game show, Vinnie is probably watching a DC, Marvel or Star Wars-related TV or movie.