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Mel Kiper Jr. downplays the significance of Arch Manning's initial performance against Ohio State, emphasizing that he's still essentially a rookie and that the game shouldn't be overreacted to, especially given the offensive line issues and the tough opponent.
Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft, hiring agents Drew Rosenhaus and Ryan Matha. Expected to be a top-five pick, Graham is ranked as the No. 5 prospect on Mel Kiper's Big Board. The 6-foot-3, 320-pound junior is an Outland Trophy finalist and a two-time All-Big Ten selection, with notable career stats including 108 tackles and 9 sacks over three seasons.
ESPN analysts Mel Kiper and Field Yates conducted a three-round mock draft, selecting Caleb Williams as the Bears' No. 1 pick, followed by Rome Odunze at No. 9 and Kiran Amegadjie at No. 75. Kiper emphasized Williams' potential with the team's offensive lineup and addressed the need for an edge rusher or offensive tackle, ultimately opting for a wide receiver and then an offensive tackle in the absence of a second-round pick.
ESPN analysts Mel Kiper and Field Yates conducted a three-round mock draft, with the New York Giants selecting wide receiver Malik Nabers from LSU at No. 6 and trading up to acquire quarterback Bo Nix from Oregon at No. 38. The Giants made a trade with the Tennessee Titans to secure the pick, addressing their need for a future quarterback option.
ESPN's latest mock draft has the Cleveland Browns addressing offensive needs by selecting Oregon wide receiver Troy Franklin and running back Trey Benson in the 2024 NFL draft, aiming to bolster their offensive arsenal. The addition of Franklin aims to provide a speedy big-play threat, while Benson's selection is seen as a potential push for Nick Chubb. The Browns' moves are seen as addressing potential free agency departures and adding depth to their offensive lineup.
The New York Giants are set to meet with quarterback prospect Jayden Daniels, prompting discussions about their potential draft choices and future offensive line. Mel Kiper's mock draft suggests the Giants could make a Round 2 deal for Bo Nix, while other headlines focus on NFL draft projections, quarterback prospects, and Eli Manning's playful trolling of Patrick Mahomes.
Mel Kiper's latest mock draft suggests the Minnesota Vikings may trade up to select Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy in the 2024 NFL Draft, potentially making a deal with the Los Angeles Chargers. Kiper believes the Vikings can't afford to wait until their No. 11 pick to secure one of the top quarterbacks and sees McCarthy as a strong fit for the team with his playmaking abilities. The connection between McCarthy's former college coach, Jim Harbaugh, who now coaches the Chargers, adds intrigue to the potential move, indicating that this could be the direction the Vikings are leaning towards as the draft approaches.
Mel Kiper's latest mock draft predicts three trades for quarterbacks in the first two rounds, with the Bears staying put at No. 1 and No. 9. He projects USC's Caleb Williams as the Bears' No. 1 pick, citing his top-tier skills and potential impact with the team's offensive targets. For the No. 9 pick, Kiper selects Washington's Rome Odunze, highlighting the opportunity to add an elite wideout on a rookie contract to complement the Bears' receiving corps.
Mel Kiper's two-round 2024 NFL mock draft has the Tennessee Titans addressing their needs by selecting Joe Alt, OT from Notre Dame, in the first round and Ricky Pearsall, WR from Florida, in the second round. Kiper believes Alt can immediately contribute at left tackle, while Pearsall could provide depth at wide receiver given the uncertain future of DeAndre Hopkins and underperformance of Treylon Burks.
In Mel Kiper's two-round mock draft for ESPN, the Green Bay Packers selected offensive tackle Mims, off-ball linebacker Cooper, and defensive back Bullard, all of whom fit the team's size and athleticism preferences. Mims is a massive pass protector, Cooper is a versatile linebacker, and Bullard adds depth to the safety position. These picks align with the Packers' strategy of targeting young and athletic prospects to address key positions.
ESPN's Mel Kiper's latest two-round mock draft has the Dallas Cowboys addressing their offensive needs by selecting an offensive lineman and running back with their first and second-round picks, respectively. Kiper suggests the Cowboys should target Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Tyler Guyton to fill the void at left tackle and Texas Longhorns running back Jonathon Brooks to bolster their running game.
In Mel Kiper's latest mock draft, he has the New York Giants trading up to select quarterback Bo Nix in the second round, potentially signaling a future move away from Daniel Jones. Kiper also has the Giants picking LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers in the first round to address their need for outside playmakers. Analysts have varying opinions on Nix's potential, with some seeing him as a middle-of-the-road starter and others questioning his arm strength. The Giants' potential interest in Nix remains uncertain, but Nabers is seen as a strong choice to upgrade the team's offense.
Mel Kiper suggests that if the New York Giants draft a quarterback at No. 6 or higher in the upcoming NFL Draft, it would likely mark the end of Daniel Jones' time as their starter, especially if they target players like Drake Maye or J.J. McCarthy and potentially trade up to secure them.
The Chicago Bears are set to select Caleb Williams as the first overall pick in the NFL draft, addressing their quarterback position, and are likely to pick Jared Verse at ninth overall to bolster their defense. With a solid group of playmakers and a promising defense, the Bears are creating an ideal situation for their incoming rookie quarterback. The team's draft picks for 2024 have been finalized, including two first-round selections and additional picks in later rounds.
NFL draft analysts Mel Kiper and Daniel Jeremiah released their 2024 mock drafts following the free agency wave, with Kiper projecting the Steelers to select WR Brian Thomas Jr. from LSU and Jeremiah predicting OT Tyler Guyton from Oklahoma, addressing the team's needs at wide receiver and offensive tackle following significant changes at quarterback.