The NFL Scouting Combine is in the books and there's a number of players who really helped their stock last week in Indianapolis. Conversely, there were some players who teams might have left Indy having to do some more homework on.
Detroit has obvious needs at cornerback and along the defensive line, and could look to add to their wide receiver room and the offensive line too, depending on what happens in free agency.
Here's my second prediction with Mock Draft 2.0 coming out of the Combine. Feel free to disagree.
1. Chicago Bears (7-10) (via Carolina)
Chicago was 7-10 this past season but gets to select first in the draft after trading out of the No. 1 pick last season so Carolina could take Bryce Young No. 1 overall.
Pick: QB Caleb Williams, USC. Williams comes with some baggage, the Combine made that clear, but Chicago gets a chance to reset the rookie pay structure at the most important position in football with the consensus No. 1 signal caller in this draft.
2. Washington Commanders (4-13)
It's a new regime in Washington led by general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn. It makes sense to kick off this era with their guy at quarterback.
Pick: QB Jayden Daniels, LSU. I had Drake Maye here in my first mock but the more I think about it Daniels is a better fit for the kind of offense new Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is going to want to install in Washington. He's a little more versatile than Maye.
View photos of the quarterbacks at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman looks to pass during the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Kentucky quarterback Devin Leary runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy throws during the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Oregon quarterback Bo Nix passes during the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Oregon quarterback Bo Nix runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Tulane quarterback Mike Pratt runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
South Carolina quarterback Spencer Rattler runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
South Carolina quarterback Spencer Rattler runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Western Kentucky quarterback Austin Reed runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Western Kentucky quarterback Austin Reed runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Brigham Young quarterback Kedon Slovis runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Brigham Young quarterback Kedon Slovis runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
3. New England Patriots (4-13)
The Patriots reset the franchise this offseason moving on from Bill Belichick and hiring Jerod Mayo as their new head coach. Now I see them creating some competition at quarterback.
Pick: QB Drake Maye, North Carolina. The new regime gets their quarterback of the future in the strong-armed Maye, who has prototypical traits to push for early playing time. Word in Indy was he impressed in the interview process.
4. Arizona Cardinals (4-13)
The Cardinals are still behind quarterback Kyler Murray and now they have to work on getting him some more weapons.
Pick: WR Marvin Harrison Jr., Ohio State. This isn't as much of a slam dunk as it was before the Combine but strictly going off the tape Harrison gives the Cardinals a legitimate No. 1 receiver with good bloodlines and a track record of success.
5. Los Angeles Chargers (5-12)
New head coach Jim Harbaugh has the quarterback in Justin Herbert but some aging weapons for him to throw to and hand the ball off to.
Pick: TE Brock Bowers, Georgia. I seriously considered tackle Joe Alt here, but Harbaugh loves the tight end position in his offense and Bowers is a versatile weapon that can line up all over the field.
6. New York Giants (6-11)
The Giants need a lot of help on offense as they had the league's 29th scoring offense this past season.
Pick: T Joe Alt, Notre Dame. Giants quarterbacks were sacked 85 times last year, 20 more than the next team on the list. New York gets their left tackle of the future.
7. Tennessee Titans (6-11)
The Titans are rebuilding under second-year quarterback Will Levis and job No. 1 is protecting last year's investment.
Pick: T Olumuyiwa Fashanu, Penn State. Fashanu's workout at the Combine was cut short due to a thigh injury but before that he showed off terrific athletic traits for a man his size. The Titans allowed 64 sacks this past season, tied for the third most in football. Levis gets a new blindside protector.
8. Atlanta Falcons (7-10)
What the Falcons decide to do at quarterback in the trade market or free agency will influence what they do here.
Pick: Edge Dallas Turner, Alabama. If quarterback is settled before the draft this is a great spot to see the first defensive player off the board. Turner tore up the Combine with his athletic traits and he'd instantly help an Atlanta defense that ranked 21st in sacks with 42 this season.
9. Chicago Bears (7-10)
With a quarterback in hand, the Bears can now give D.J. Moore a running mate at wide receiver.
Pick: WR Malik Nabers, LSU. Nabers' explosive traits are getting him compared to a couple other former LSU starters that are tearing up the NFL right now. That might be too tantalizing for the Bears to pass on.
10. New York Jets (7-10)
All the drama in New York this offseason can go away if quarterback Aaron Rodgers returns to form and the Jets do this year what they were supposed to do last year.
Pick: OT Taliese Fuaga, Oregon State. The Jets get more help protecting Rodgers with the big, physical and powerful Fuaga. He's the kind of bully upfront Jets fans can appreciate.
11. Minnesota Vikings (7-10)
I had the Vikings going defense in my first mock but it's time to start thinking about the quarterback position long term. Don't be surprised if Denver at No. 12 tries to jump ahead of Minnesota here.
Pick: QB J.J. McCarthy, Michigan. McCarthy had a great Combine and I left Indy thinking the kid is simply a winner. The Vikings have weapons on offense and it's a great landing spot for McCarthy.
12. Denver Broncos (8-9)
With the release of Russell Wilson earlier this week the Broncos need a quarterback. I think they try to trade up to get McCarthy, but if they can't, taking a quarterback just to take one isn't a good strategy. Look at Kenny Pickett in Pittsburgh. Denver takes their lumps this year and has a Top 5 pick in 2025 to address quarterback.
Pick: CB Terrion Arnold, Alabama. Arguably the best cornerback in this draft, he would pair with Patrick Surtain II to give the Broncos one of the best young cornerback tandems in the league. Denver's defense allowed the third highest passer rating (98.0) to opposing quarterbacks this past season.
View photos of the defensive backs at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
Missouri defensive back Kris Abrams-Draine participates in the vertical Jump during the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Mississippi defensive back Daijahn Anthony runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Alabama defensive back Terrion Arnold runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Alabama defensive back Terrion Arnold runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Utah defensive back Cole Bishop runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
TCU defensive back Millard Bradford runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Georgia defensive back Javon Bullard runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Georgia defensive back Javon Bullard runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Southern California defensive back Calen Bullock runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Missouri defensive back Jaylon Carlies runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Pittsburgh defensive back M.J. Devonshire runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
South Carolina defensive back Marcellas Dial runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Virginia State defensive back Willie Drew runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Florida State defensive back Renardo Green runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Tennessee defensive back Kamal Hadden runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Washington defensive back Dominique Hampton runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
South Dakota defensive back Myles Harden runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Penn State defensive back Daequan Hardy runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Washington State defensive back Jaden Hicks runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Oregon defensive back Khyree Jackson runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Auburn defensive back DJ James runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Syracuse defensive back Isaiah Johnson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Florida State defensive back Jarrian Jones runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Boston College defensive back Elijah Jones runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Alabama defensive back Jaylen Key runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Miami defensive back Kamren Kinchens runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Miami defensive back Kamren Kinchens runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Penn State defensive back Kalen King runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Arkansas defensive back Dwight McGlothern runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Rutgers defensive back Max Melton participates in the vertical Jump during the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Rutgers defensive back Max Melton runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Toledo defensive back Quinyon Mitchell runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Toledo defensive back Quinyon Mitchell runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
TCU defensive back Josh Newton runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Minnesota defensive back Tyler Nubin catches a ball during the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Oregon State defensive back Kitan Oladapo runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Kentucky defensive back Andru Phillips runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Mississippi defensive back Deantre Prince runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Auburn defensive back Nehemiah Pritchett runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Ohio State defensive back Josh Proctor catches a ball during the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Texas A&M defensive back Demani Richardson runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Mississippi State defensive back Decamerion Richardson runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Michigan defensive back Mike Sainristil runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
LSU defensive back Andre Sam runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Auburn defensive back Jaylin Simpson runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Washington State defensive back Chau Smith-Wade runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Georgia defensive back Tykee Smith runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Maryland defensive back Tarheeb Still runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Texas Tech defensive back Dadrion Taylor-Demerson runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Utah defensive back Sione Vaki runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Texas defensive back Ryan Watts runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Clemson defensive back Nate Wiggins runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Miami defensive back James Williams runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Oregon defensive back Evan Williams catches a ball during the NFL football scouting combine, Friday, March 1, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
13. Las Vegas Raiders (8-9)
Quarterback Aidan O'Connell showed some potential going 5-5 after becoming the starter. I think they bring in competition at quarterback but not here at 13. Instead, they make their defensive front a potential monster.
Pick: Edge Jared Verse, Florida State. An ultra-athletic and rangy edge rusher to pair opposite Maxx Crosby is a huge win for Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham.
14. New Orleans Saints (9-8)
The Saints have a big need at guard. Why not get a player who might be able to play guard and tackle when it's all said and done.
Pick: OL Troy Fautanu, Washington. Fautanu could step right in and compete for playing time at guard Day 1. He's also got some versatility to play tackle, which teams will love about him.
15. Indianapolis Colts (9-8)
Adding some beef and extra depth along the defensive line should be a priority for a defense that ranked 29th in points allowed and 24th against the run in 2023.
Pick: DT Byron Murphy II, Texas. Not a bad first day haul getting arguably the best defensive tackle in the class in the middle of the draft.
16. Seattle Seahawks (9-8)
With three linemen - Damien Lewis, Evan Brown, and Phil Haynes - set to hit free agency, there is a pressing need upfront along the offensive line, especially inside.
Pick: IOL Jackson Powers-Johnson, Oregon. A physical and nasty football player with movement skills and versatility to play all three spots inside.
17. Jacksonville Jaguars (9-8)
The Jaguars have needs upfront along the interior of both lines, but cornerback depth is something Jacksonville could look to boost as well.
Pick: CB Quinyon Mitchell, Toledo. He really stood out at the Senior Bowl practices and then he went to Indy and had a terrific Combine. Plus, his production in college matched – five interceptions and 20 pass breakups last season.
18. Cincinnati Bengals (9-8)
With tackle Jonah Williams hitting the free agent market, the Bengals could be left with a hole on the right side of the offensive line.
Pick: OT JC Latham, Alabama. Latham is a human bulldozer in the run game with versatility to play tackle or guard. The Bengals ranked 31st in rushing this past season.
View photos of the offensive linemen at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
Illinois offensive lineman Isaiah Adams runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Notre Dame offensive lineman Joe Alt runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Maryland offensive lineman Gottlieb Ayedze runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Michigan offensive lineman Karsen Barnhart runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Kansas State offensive lineman Cooper Beebe runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Utah offensive lineman Keaton Bills runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Wisconsin offensive lineman Tanor Bortolini runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Miami offensive lineman Javion Cohen runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
TCU offensive lineman Andrew Coker runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
TCU offensive lineman Brandon Coleman runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Wyoming offensive lineman Frank Crum runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Howard offensive lineman Anim Dankwah runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Florida offensive lineman Kingsley Eguakun participates in the bench press at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Monday, March 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Eastern Kentucky offensive lineman Josiah Ezirim participates in the bench press at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Monday, March 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Penn State offensive lineman Olumuyiwa Fashanu runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Washington offensive lineman Troy Fautanu runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Notre Dame offensive lineman Blake Fisher runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Kentucky offensive lineman Jeremy Flax runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Missouri offensive lineman Javon Foster runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
West Virginia offensive lineman Zach Frazier runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Oregon State offensive lineman Taliese Fuaga runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Liberty offensive lineman X'Zauvea Gadlin runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
South Carolina offensive lineman Nick Gargiulo runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Maryland offensive lineman Delmar Glaze runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Central Florida offensive lineman Tylan Grable runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
South Dakota State offensive lineman Garret Greenfield runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Oklahoma offensive lineman Tyler Guyton runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Holy Cross offensive lineman CJ Hanson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Connecticut offensive lineman Christian Haynes runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Michigan offensive lineman Ladarius Henderson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Ohio State offensive lineman Matt Jones runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Michigan offensive lineman Trente Jones runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Texas offensive lineman Christian Jones runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Michigan offensive lineman Trevor Keegan runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Southern California offensive lineman Jarrett Kingston runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Alabama offensive lineman JC Latham runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Arkansas offensive lineman Brady Latham runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Utah offensive lineman Sataoa Laumea runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Miami offensive lineman Matt Lee runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Kansas State offensive lineman KT Leveston Jr. runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Arkansas offensive lineman Beaux Limmer runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Boston College offensive lineman Christian Mahogany runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
South Dakota State offensive lineman Mason McCormick runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
North Carolina State offensive lineman Dylan McMahon runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Georgia offensive lineman Amarius Mims runs the 40-yard-dash during the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Duke offensive lineman Jacob Monk runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Arizona offensive lineman Jordan Morgan runs the 40-yard-dash during the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Penn State offensive lineman Hunter Nourzad participates in the bench press at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Monday, March 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Michigan offensive lineman Drake Nugent runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Houston offensive lineman Patrick Paul runs the 40-yard-dash during the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Tulane offensive lineman Prince Pines runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Oregon offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Kansas offensive lineman Dominick Puni runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Oklahoma offensive lineman Andrew Raym runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Texas A&M offensive lineman Layden Robinson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Washington offensive lineman Roger Rosengarten runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Oklahoma offensive lineman Walter Rouse runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Brigham Young offensive lineman Kingsley Suamataia runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
North Dakota State offensive lineman Jalen Sundell participates in the bench press at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Monday, March 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Louisiana-Lafayette offensive lineman Nate Thomas runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
LSU offensive lineman Charles Turner runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Georgia offensive lineman Sedrick Van Pran-Granger runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Penn State offensive lineman Caedan Wallace runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
19. Los Angeles Rams (10-7)
The Rams could look to add a quarterback here to develop under Matthew Stafford, but the more immediate help would be adding to a pass rush that ranked 23rd in sacks this year.
Pick: Edge Laiatu Latu, UCLA. A mature and powerful pass rusher who registered 13.0 sacks and 21.5 tackles for loss for the Bruins this past season and answered some medical concerns about his neck at the Combine.
20. Pittsburgh Steelers (10-7)
Something tells me the Steelers will sign a veteran quarterback this offseason and will look to give him another weapon in the passing game opposite George Pickens.
Pick: WR Rome Odunze, Washington. With good size, terrific speed and elite ball skills, Odunze could bring another big play element to the Steelers' offense.
21. Miami Dolphins (11-6)
The Dolphins informed cornerback Xavien Howard they are releasing him at the start of the new league year on March 13, and Eli Apple is a pending free agent.
Pick: CB Nate Wiggins, Clemson. Wiggins has good length at 6-foot-1 and ran a blazing 4.28 at the Combine with a 10-foot-7 broad jump. He addresses the cornerback need in Miami.
22. Philadelphia Eagles (11-6)
Opponents tore the Eagles' defense up in the pass game this past season. Philadelphia ranked 31st against the pass and 29th in opponent passer rating against (97.6).
Pick: DB Cooper DeJean, Iowa. A really versatile defensive back who can play cornerback, safety, return kicks and probably be one of the best special teams players on the team. He had seven interceptions the last two seasons combined for the Hawkeyes.
23. Houston Texans (10-7) (via Cleveland)
What a terrific story in Houston winning the AFC South and having the Offensive and Defensive Rookies of the Year. They can go in a lot of directions here.
Pick: Edge Chop Robinson, Penn State. If the Texans lose Jonathan Greenard in free agency, Robinson makes a ton of sense here. He showed out at the Combine as an athletic freak and his twitchy, athletic traits could be a perfect complement on the other side of Will Anderson Jr.
24. Dallas Cowboys (12-5)
The Cowboys could be looking for Tyron Smith's replacement sooner rather than later. If that's guard Tyler Smith, then there's still a need upfront for the Cowboys.
Pick: OT Amarius Mims, Georgia. A prototypical tackle prospect with terrific length (6-8, 340) and technique. Adding a player like Mims gives the Cowboys options upfront.
25. Green Bay Packers (9-8)
Green Bay had only seven interceptions all season and an opposing passer rating against of 94.7. They need some more playmakers in the secondary.
Pick: CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Missouri. A tough and physical cornerback who can play in a lot of different coverage schemes. He's got good instincts and plays faster than his 4.51 time in the 40 at the Combine.
26. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-8)
Wide receiver Mike Evans signed a two-year extension this week but he's turning 31 before next season and the Bucs need to start thinking about the future of the position.
Pick: WR Brian Thomas Jr., LSU. Thomas has terrific size (6-3, 209) and speed (4.33 in 40 at Combine) to be a playmaking threat right away. He's coming off a 17-touchdown season. That would be a heck of a trio in Tampa with Evans, Chris Godwin and Thomas.
27. Arizona Cardinals (4-13) (via Houston)
After adding a top-tier weapon in the passing game with their first pick in the first round, the Cardinals address their defense with their second first-round pick.
Pick: CB Kool-Aid McKinstry, Alabama. A Jones fracture in McKinstry's right foot was discovered at the Combine but he plans to take part in Alabama's Pro Day. He's a technician on the outside with great length.
28. Buffalo Bills (11-6)
This seems like a perfect spot to give quarterback Josh Allen another playmaker to pair with Stefon Diggs and Dalton Kincaid.
Pick: WR Adonai Mitchell, Texas. Mitchell had himself quite the Combine measuring in at 6-foot-2, 205 pounds and then testing through the roof with a 4.34-second 40, a 39.5-inch vertical and 11-foot-4 broad jump. He'll make a perfect deep threat for the strong-armed Allen.
View photos of the wide receivers at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
Central Florida wide receiver Javon Baker runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Alabama wide receiver Jermaine Burton runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Holy Cross wide receiver Jalen Coker runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Florida State wide receiver Keon Coleman runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Florida State wide receiver Keon Coleman runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Arizona wide receiver Jacob Cowing runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Southeast Missouri State wide receiver Ryan Flournoy runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Oregon wide receiver Troy Franklin runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Oregon State wide receiver Anthony Gould runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Mississippi State wide receiver Lideatrick Griffin runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Tulane wide receiver Jha'Quan Jackson runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Michigan wide receiver Cornelius Johnson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette runs the ball during the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Rice wide receiver Luke McCaffrey runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Washington wide receiver Jalen McMillan catches a ball during the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Washington wide receiver Jalen McMillan runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Pittsburgh wide receiver Bub Means runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Texas wide receiver Adonai Mitchell runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Texas wide receiver Adonai Mitchell runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Washington wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Southern California wide receiver Brenden Rice runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Georgia wide receiver Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint participates in the vertical jump during the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
LSU wide receiver Brian Thomas runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Louisville wide receiver Jamari Thrash runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Utah wide receiver Devaughn Vele runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
North Carolina wide receiver Devontez Walker runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Southern California wide receiver Tahj Washington runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Virginia wide receiver Malik Washington runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Illinois wide receiver Isaiah Williams runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Florida State wide receiver Johnny Wilson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
29. Detroit Lions (12-5)
The top three needs in my book heading into free agency are along the defensive line, at cornerback and potentially interior offensive line.
Cornerback is certainly an option here, but I think this is a pretty deep class of corners and Lions GM Brad Holmes has proven he can find starting Day 2 talent in the secondary – Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph, Ifeatu Melifonwu.
Pick: IOL Graham Barton, Duke. When we get to this spot at No. 29 there's a great chance an interior offensive lineman or a wide receiver is the top player on GM Brad Holmes' board. Holmes said he won't overlook the offensive line this offseason. If Detroit can't re-sign unrestricted free agent Jonah Jackson this makes even more sense.
Barton would be a great addition in Detroit with his tenacity and versatility. He started his career at center and transitioned to left tackle but projects more inside in the NFL. At 6-foot-5, 313 pounds he's got terrific length and could really play all five spots upfront, if needed. He starts at guard and is the long-term answer at center. I think he ultimately gives Powers-Johnson a good run for the best interior lineman in this draft.
