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At 9-8 in 2023, the New Orleans Saints were painfully average. Heading into the 2024 NFL Draft the team’s top three needs are at offensive line, edge rusher, and wide receiver. They haven’t made the playoffs in three straight seasons and are hoping it doesn’t become a fourth which this draft especially matters. This is […]

The Dallas Cowboys have consistently proven themselves as astute drafters, securing impactful talent across various positions in recent years. In fact, their confidence in their drafting prowess is such that they often forego exploring trade or free agency options outside the organization. That has been clearly evident through last year’s trade deadline and this year’s […]

The New York Giants find themselves in an interesting situation in the 2024 NFL Draft. Having a top 10 pick, sitting at No. 6, they realistically have a few options. The question is, what do head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen feel is the biggest need for this team moving forward and […]

The Chicago Bears are entering the 2023-24 with a clear goal and it’s to develop their NFL Draft prospect in Caleb Williams. Unfortunately, this meant letting go of Justin Fields in the offseason. This was not always the case for the squad. Ryan Poles had a lot of plans that were supposed to be set […]

The NFL Draft is nearing which means a lot of mock drafts and trades are now surfacing. Two particular teams that could potentially get a lot of value out of the placement of their picks are the Minnesota Vikings and the Arizona Cardinals. Both squads had a 2023-24 campaign that they would like to forget. […]

The Chicago Bears currently hold the first and ninth picks in the 2024 NFL Draft and are said to be leaning toward former Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams of USC football with the number one pick. The number nine slot could be a lot more tricky, with Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Joe Alt, […]

The Chicago Bears have become one of, if not the most interesting team in the entire 2024 NFL Draft. That goes back to last year’s draft when they first held the No. 1 overall pick but traded it to a quarterback-needy Carolina Panthers. One part of the trade was that the Panthers gave away their […]

The 2024 NFL Draft seems to be set at the top with USC quarterback Caleb Williams long-earmarked for the Chicago Bears. After that, though, the intrigue begins. Everyone knows the Washington Commanders will also take a QB at No. 2, but who that is will impact the rest of the draft. LSU’s Jayden Daniels and […]

When next season finally begins, the Tennessee Titans will be a completely new football team. They’ll have a new coach and a whole lot of new, different talent than what the previous regime had. Gone will be players Derrick Henry, Ryan Tannehill, and head coach Mike Vrabel; entering will be Tony Pollard, Calvin Ridley, and […]

After a playoff berth seemed certain, the Jacksonville Jaguars completely collapsed down the stretch. The Jaguars were 8-3 heading into Week 13, but five losses in their last six games doomed a team that looked destined to build on last year’s playoff victory. With the offseason beginning in Jacksonville, the Jaguars now focus on player […]

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2024 NFL Draft with some significant holes on their roster for the first time in several years. After purging their roster of high-priced veterans to get under the salary cap and letting some heretofore key players walk in free agency, there is more pressure than ever on general manager Brandon […]

In a season where expectations were tempered, the Green Bay Packers impressed even the most optimistic Wisconsin football fans. The team finished the regular season at 9-8, then knocked off the Dallas Cowboys in the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs before falling just short to the San Francisco 49ers in the Divisional Round. […]

USC quarterback Caleb Williams is a foregone conclusion for the Chicago Bears’ No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, so it is not much surprise Bears head coach Matt Eberflus heavily praised Williams at the NFL owners meeting. Eberflus, who is entering a crucial third year as the Bears’ coach, said he and […]

Caleb Williams continues to be a major topic ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, with most people expecting him to be the top overall pick by the no other than the Chicago Bears. Should the NFC North division franchise indeed end up selecting the USC Trojans product, Williams’ first taste of competitive NFL action could […]

The Colorado football squad made a wise decision. Coach Deion Sanders will get to keep both Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter for one final run at a national championship. After all, the 2024 NFL Draft is stacked with a lot of talent which would mean the Buffaloes’ stars fall drastically in the draft order. The […]

The Detroit Lions have had quite the offseason to this point. And now, their attention turns to the 2024 NFL Draft. Lions fans are eagerly awaiting to see who general manager Brad Holmes could target with the 29th pick in the first round. This eagerness is heightened by the fact that the draft is being […]

It remains to be seen what exactly head coach Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos will do in the 2024 NFL Draft, but it’s evident they have a glaring need. The relationship was apparently so tumultuous between the Broncos—mainly Payton—and Russell Wilson, they decided to cut the veteran quarterback and pay him the rest of […]

The Carolina Panthers finished last season as the worst team in the NFL with a 2-15 record. Yet, they don’t have a first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. The Panthers decided to trade their 2024 first-round draft pick (among others) to the Chicago Bears last year to move up to the No. 1 pick […]

The Denver Broncos are in a precarious spot at the moment. They elected to cut Russell Wilson this offseason as a result of his and the team’s poor play over the last two seasons. This decision has led to them paying $85 million in dead cap with $53 million of that being due in the […]

As we get closer to the 2024 NFL Draft, there will be endless speculation and mock drafts attempting to predict what the 32 teams will do with their rosters. One of the more interesting teams in this year’s draft will be the New England Patriots, who currently hold the No. 3 overall pick. The Patriots […]

After years of conservative building and thoughtful moves, the Pittsburgh Steelers were uncharacteristically aggressive this offseason. The franchise signed former Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year, $1.21 million contract, also traded for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields, traded away former first-round pick Kenny Pickett, released Mitch Trubisky, and let Mason Rudolph walk in […]

With the NFL owner’s meetings taking place this week, rumors are swirling regarding the NFL Draft that is coming up next month, and some executives reportedly believe that Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters is going to pick Michigan football quarterback JJ McCarthy with the No. 2 pick, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. […]

The New England Patriots not too long ago were once the pillars of consistency and excellence in the NFL. But now that both Tom Brady and Bill Belichick are out of the building, it is time for them to begin anew and start to develop a new identity. The 2024 NFL Draft is a great […]

The Atlanta Falcons have already had a very interesting and productive offseason. Through free agency, the Falcons were able to identify and add essential parts to their team that had either been missing for some time or would need to be filled for the 2024 season. They also still have the 2024 NFL Draft ahead […]

After a flurry of offseason moves, the New York Jets will come into the 2024 season with a re-tooled offense. General manager Joe Douglas has addressed several needs in the free agent and trade markets; namely offensive line, wide receiver, and backup quarterback. The Tyron Smith and Mike Williams acquisitions should especially help the Jets […]

The 2024 NFL Draft is just a month away and Michigan football star JJ McCarthy is one of the top quarterbacks in this class. But if you’re asking former head coach Jim Harbaugh, McCarthy is the best of the best. Speaking at league meetings on Monday, Harbaugh, who is now the main man for the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head into the 2024 NFL Draft having locked up most of their key free agents. With quarterback Baker Mayfield, wide receiver Mike Evans, and linebacker Lavonte David all coming back, the team is looking to build on last year’s playoff success. So, in this Buccaneers mock draft, the franchise focuses on […]

We are officially one month away from the 2024 NFL Draft and there seems to be an ever-changing landscape regarding the first few picks. With Caleb Williams all but a lock to be selected with the No. 1 pick, the only other certainty seems to be that more quarterbacks will follow in the next two […]

The Denver Broncos gave up a lot in order to acquire Russell Wilson back in 2022 via a trade with the Seattle Seahawks. It is safe to say that Wilson’s marriage with Denver was a forgettable chapter in both sides’ histories. In the two seasons that Denver had Wilson under center, the Broncos managed to […]

Amidst the flurry of activity in the NFL offseason, many fans are watching the San Francisco 49ers. Recall that they narrowly and painfully missed clinching the Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl 58. With an impressive 12-5 record last season, the 49ers are gearing up to strategically enhance their roster in the upcoming NFL Draft. They […]

Heading into the 2024 NFL Draft, the Carolina Panthers have seven picks, only three of which are their own with others acquired through a series of strategic trades. Despite not having a first-round selection due to a pre-draft trade last year with the Chicago Bears, Carolina still has an opportunity to address key needs and […]

The Philadelphia Eagles are hoping that after a strong free agency, coupled with a likewise successful 2024 NFL Draft, they will not only once again be a playoff team next season but also reclaim their NFC East division title that they let slip away towards the end of last year. Although it wasn’t as successful […]

The New England Patriots own the third pick overall of the NFL Draft. It’s widely expected the team will select a quarterback, especially after trading Mac Jones to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Head coach Jerod Mayo recently opened up about the team’s current quarterback situation, however, it sounds like he’s considering all options. Mayo admitted that […]

The Washington Commanders entered the 2024 offseason poised for transformation, with new ownership dating back to last season, and a revamped coaching staff led by former Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn. They also came armed with the most cap space in the league to begin with (over $80 million) to which they’ve already spent […]

The Denver Broncos are in a weird spot heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. Head coach Sean Payton desperately needs/wants a franchise quarterback, but the team wasn’t quite bad enough last season to guarantee itself one. Plus, the team doesn’t have a ton of draft capital or cap space to get one after the Russell […]

With the NFL offseason in full swing, the Los Angeles Rams can enhance their roster in the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft. They are fresh off a promising 10-7 season that concluded with a heart-wrenching Wild Card round defeat. Now, the Rams are determined to fortify their position as contenders for the coming 2024 season. Los […]

The Washington Commanders own the No. 2 pick overall of the 2024 NFL Draft and it’s widely expected they’ll select a quarterback. Although Caleb Williams is expected to be gone by then, head coach Dan Quinn admits his team has received calls on potential trade offers. There are plenty of exciting prospects in this Draft […]

The Tennessee Titans head into the 2024 NFL Draft looking to rebuild after back-to-back double-digit loss seasons that ultimately cost Mike Vrabel his job. Now, general manager Ran Carthon and new head coach Brian Callahan are being aggressive this offseason, and the draft will be the final piece of this puzzle. One thing to note […]

The Michigan football Pro Day in Ann Arbor was another huge moment for the 2023 Wolverines who are continuing to make history even after lifting the national championship trophy. The squad had a record 18 players get invites to the NFL Scouting Combine and over 150 NFL evaluators attend their Pro Day. Now, they’ll look […]