Cowboys' center Cooper Beebe is expected to miss 6-8 weeks due to a high ankle sprain, likely placing him on injured reserve, with Brock Hoffman set to fill in during his absence.
In a 7-round mock draft, the New York Giants trade up to select North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye, emphasizing offensive talent before picking three defenders to close the draft. They also acquire Kansas State offensive lineman Cooper Beebe, USC wide receiver Brenden Rice, Notre Dame running back Audric Estimé, Auburn cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett, Baylor defensive lineman Gabe Hall, and Miami defensive back/linebacker James Williams. The draft aims to strengthen the team for 2024 and beyond, with a focus on developing young talent and finding potential impact players.
The Minnesota Vikings are expected to trade up for a quarterback in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, with J.J. McCarthy from Michigan being a potential target. In later rounds, they focus on shoring up the interior offensive line and adding depth to the defensive line and cornerback positions. The mock draft also includes selections of Cooper Beebe from Kansas State, Khristian Boyd from Northern Iowa, Kamal Hadden from Tennessee, and Braiden McGregor from Michigan, among others.