2024 NFL Mock Draft: Five QBs taken in top 15 as NFC team trades up; Cowboys, Steelers help out QBs

In an exciting turn of events, the Chicago Bears shocked the football world by selecting Caleb Williams as the first overall pick in the draft. This move came after the trade of Justin Fields to the Steelers, showing the Bears’ confidence in Williams as their new franchise quarterback.

Following suit, Washington prioritized the need for a quarterback and selected Jayden Daniels as the second overall pick. New England also bolstered their roster with a franchise QB, choosing Drake Maye as the third overall pick.

Arizona made a bold move by selecting Malik Nabers as the fourth overall pick, adding a talented wide receiver to their lineup. The Los Angeles Chargers then traded down with the Minnesota Vikings, allowing the Vikings to select J.J. McCarthy as the fifth overall pick.

The New York Giants fortified their receiving core by choosing Marvin Harrison Jr. as the sixth overall pick, while Tennessee solidified their offensive line with Joe Alt as the seventh overall pick.

Atlanta focused on improving their pass rush by selecting Jared Verse as the eighth overall pick. Dallas Turner was chosen by Chicago as the ninth overall pick, adding an explosive edge rusher to their defense.

Rounding out the top ten picks, Rome Odunze was selected by the New York Jets as the tenth overall pick, providing a playmaker for their offense. The Los Angeles Chargers then addressed their offensive line needs by selecting JC Latham as the eleventh overall pick through a trade with the Vikings.

Overall, the first round of the draft saw a mix of quarterback selections, offensive line reinforcements, and pass rush additions. With each team aiming to strengthen their roster and build for the future, it will be exciting to see how these top picks perform in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more updates on Insider Wales Sport.

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