New Year Mock Draft: Seven QBs, several shocking trades, and a defensive drought
By Hunter Haas
A massive mock draft trade sees the New York Giants go all in on QB Caleb Williams
Bears Send:
•No. 1 Overall (2024)
Giants Send:
•No. 5 Overall (2024)
•No. 39 Overall (2024)
•No. 46 Overall (2024)
•Future 1st Round Pick (2025)
•Future 2nd Round Pick (2026)
No. 1: New York Giants (via CHI) — Caleb Williams, QB, USC
The New York Giants need more than Daniel Jones can provide at quarterback. Caleb Williams, a prospect oozing arm talent and star power, becomes the QB1 for Brian Daboll, hopefully evening the playing field in a loaded NFC East.
No. 2: Washington Commanders — Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina
After witnessing Sam Howell regress mightily, the Commanders should turn the page and start over behind center. Drake Maye boasts pinpoint accuracy, an underrated rushing ability, and plenty of arm strength to utilize the impressive wideouts in D.C.
No. 3: New England Patriots — Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
Three signal-callers in a row? While unlikely, that is how the mock draft fell. The Patriots, a team desperate for a pillar at quarterback, find one in Jayden Daniels. The reigning Heisman winner has an exciting blend of arm talent and athleticism.
Marvin Harrison Jr. with Kyler Murray? Yes, Please!
No. 4: Arizona Cardinals — Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State
The Cardinals steal the best player in the 2024 NFL Draft, Marvin Harrison Jr., at No. 4 overall. Harrison Jr. flexes prototypical size, polished route running, and reliable hands. Kyler Murray gets a new weapon.
No. 5: Chicago Bears (via NYG) — Olu Fashanu, OT, Penn State
Earlier in the mock draft, the Bears stuck by Justin Fields and traded down. Now, at No. 5, Chicago takes the best offensive lineman available. Olu Fashanu is an elite pass protector from Day 1 with untapped potential in the run game.