The NFL‘s annual selection meeting has reached the end of the 2024 edition, and what we all want to know is which teams knocked it out of the park and who needed to spend more time studying.
In our 2024 NFL Draft grades, our analysts break down all 257 picks, ranking each and the classes overall.
*denotes compensatory selections
What Are the NFL Draft Grades for All 32 NFL Teams?
Arizona Cardinals
- Round 1, Pick 4
Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State
Grade: A - Round 1, Pick 27 (from HOU)
Darius Robinson, EDGE, Missouri
Grade: B- - Round 2, Pick 43 (from ATL)
Max Melton, CB, Rutgers
Grade: B+ - Round 3, Pick 66
Trey Benson, RB, Florida State
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 71 (from TEN)
Isaiah Adams, OL, Illinois
Grade: C+ - Round 3, Pick 82 (from IND)
Tip Reiman, TE, Illinois
Grade: B- - Round 3, Pick 90 (from HOU)
Elijah Jones, CB, Boston College
Grade: B- - Round 4, Pick 104
Dadrian Taylor-Demerson, S, Texas Tech
Grade: A - Round 5, Pick 138
Xavier Thomas, EDGE, Clemson
Grade: B- - Round 5, Pick 162 (from HOU)
Christian Jones, OT, Texas
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 191 (from IND)
Tejhaun Palmer, WR, UAB
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 226
Jaden Davis, CB, Miami (FL)
Grade: C+
Overall Grade: A
Not only did the Cardinals have a massive haul of 12 picks, but they also hit on most of their picks. MHJ and Darius Robinson are the biggest names, but Arizona refilled their talent pool and all their positions of need.
To see the full analysis of the Arizona Cardinals draft class, make sure to check out our full Cardinals draft grades.
Atlanta Falcons
- Round 1, Pick 8
Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington
Grade: D+ - Round 2, Pick 35 (from ARI)
Ruke Orhorhoro, DT, Clemson
Grade: C- - Round 3, Pick 74
Bralen Trice, EDGE, Washington
Grade: A- - Round 4, Pick 109
Brandon Dorlus, EDGE, Oregon
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 143
JD Bertrand, LB, Notre Dame
Grade: C - Round 6, Pick 186 (from MIN through ARI)
Jase McClellan, RB, Alabama
Grade: D - Round 6, Pick 187
Casey Washington, WR, Illinois
Grade: C+ - Round 6, Pick 197 (from CLE)
Zion Logue, DT, Georgia
Grade: C
Overall Grade: D
The egregious mistake of selecting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall after you signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year deal worth up to $180 million dollars is enough to garner an “F” grade alone. But trading up to reach on an interior defensive line prospect in the second round was the cherry on top of the disaster cake for the 2024 Atlanta Falcons draft experience.
To see the full analysis of the Atlanta Falcons draft class, make sure to check out our full Falcons draft grades.
Baltimore Ravens
- Round 1, Pick 30
Nate Wiggins, CB, Clemson
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 62
Roger Rosengarten, OT, Washington
Grade: B+ - Round 3, Pick 93
Adisa Isaac, EDGE, Penn State
Grade: A+ - Round 4, Pick 113 (from NYJ)
Devontez Walker, WR, UNC
Grade: B+ - Round 4, Pick 130*
T.J. Tampa, CB, Iowa State
Grade: A - Round 5, Pick 165
Rasheen Ali, RB, Marshall
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 218*
Devin Leary, QB, Kentucky
Grade:Â C - Round 7, Pick 228 (from NYJ)
Nick Samac, C, Michigan State
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 250
Sanoussi Kane, S, Purdue
Grade: B-
Overall Grade: A-
Say what you want about the Baltimore Ravens, but they consistently navigate the draft board very well over the years. Despite many linking the team to a wide receiver on Day 1, the team added Clemson CB Nate Wiggins on Day 1.
They then followed up that selection by finding a potential future replacement for Kevin Zeitler or John Simpson at guard with Roger Rosengarten in the second round.
Other exceptional value picks were Iowa State cornerback T.J. Tampa and Marshall running back Rasheen Ali in the fourth and fifth rounds, respectively.
To see the full analysis of the Baltimore Ravens draft class, make sure to check out our full Ravens draft grades.
Buffalo Bills
- Round 2, Pick 33 (from CAR)
Keon Coleman, WR, Florida State
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 60
Cole Bishop, S, Utah
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 95 (from KC)
DeWayne Carter, DT, Duke
Grade: B+ - Round 4, Pick 128
Ray Davis, RB, Kentucky
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 141 (from NYG through CAR)
Sedrick Van Pran-Granger, C, Georgia
Grade: A- - Round 5, Pick 160 (from GB)
Edefuan Ulofoshio, LB, Washington
Grade: C+ - Round 5, Pick 168* (from NO through GB)
Javon Solomon, EDGE, Troy
Grade: B+ - Round 6, Pick 204
Tylan Grable, OT, UCF
Grade: B+ - Round 6, Pick 219* (from GB)
Daequan Hardy, CB, Penn State
Grade: B- - Round 7, Pick 221 (from TEN through KC)
Travis Clayton, G, International Player Pathway
Grade: B
Overall Grade: B+
The Buffalo Bills wrapped up their 2024 NFL Draft class on Saturday evening with an impressive haul of players at positions of need, with multiple impact makers safely squirreled away from training camp. Adding weapons for Josh Allen was always the priority, and the franchise landed Keon Coleman while making moves to acquire more capital.
With DeWayne Carter and Cole Bishop, the defensive spine was significantly strengthened, while Troy pass rusher Javon Solomon was a dangerous add in the fifth round. There weren’t too many reaches, they hit on plenty of needs and even provided intrigue by selecting British-born offensive tackle Travis Clayton to open the seventh round. Solid stuff.
To see the full analysis of the Buffalo Bills draft class, make sure to check out our full Bills draft grades.
Carolina Panthers
- Round 1, Pick 32 (from KC through BUF)
Xavier Legette, WR, South Carolina
Grade: A- - Round 2, Pick 46 (from IND)
Jonathon Brooks, RB, Texas
Grade: B - Round 3, Pick 72 (from NYJ)
Trevin Wallace, LB, Kentucky
Grade: B- - Round 4, Pick 101
Ja’Tavion Sanders, TE, Texas
Grade: A - Round 5, Pick 157 (from MIN through NYJ)
Chau Smith-Wade, CB, Washington State
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 200 (from DAL through HOU and BUF)
Jaden Crumedy, DT, Arkansas
Grade: B+ - Round 7, Pick 240 (from PIT)
Michael Barrett, LB, Michigan
Grade: C
Overall Grade: B
The Dave Canales era in Carolina has started off with a solid first draft class headlined by South Carolina WR Xavier Legette and Texas RB Jonathon Brooks.
Both players may require a bit of patience from fans for both players to reach their potential, but both have an exceptionally high ceiling and should help Bryce Young in some capacity immediately. They could make this offense elite if they all reach their potential together.
To see the full analysis of the Carolina Panthers draft class, make sure to check out our full Panthers draft grades.
Chicago Bears
- Round 1, Pick 1 (from CAR)
Caleb Williams, QB, USC
Grade: A+ - Round 1, Pick 9
Rome Odunze, WR, Washington
Grade: A+ - Round 3, Pick 75
Kiran Amegadjie, OT, Yale
Grade: A- - Round 4, Pick 122 (from PHI)
Tory Taylor, P, Iowa
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 144 (from CHI through BUF)
Austin Booker, EDGE, Kansas
Grade: A+
Overall Grade: A+
The duo of Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze will define the Bears’ 2024 class. Williams has the potential to be truly special, and with Odunze, D.J. Moore, and Keenan Allen in his arsenal, he has everything he needs to reach his ceiling.
Everything after Williams and Odunze served as a bonus for the Bears, but they still managed to use their remaining picks to their advantage.
In Round 3, Amegadjie was a high-upside investment with starting potential at tackle and guard. Taylor fills a void at punter, and later, the Bears were proactive in trading back into the draft to acquire a dynamic EDGE in Booker.
Chicago’s roster was almost complete heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. Now, one could argue they’re ready to make noise in the upcoming season.
To see the full analysis of the Chicago Bears draft class, make sure to check out our full Bears draft grades.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Round 1, Pick 18
Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 49
Kris Jenkins, DT, Michigan
Grade: B - Round 3, Pick 80
Jermaine Burton, WR, Alabama
Grade: B+ - Round 3, Pick 97*
McKinnley Jackson, DT, Texas A&M
Grade: A- - Round 4, Pick 115
Erick All, TE, Iowa
Grade: B- - Round 5, Pick 149
Josh Newton, CB, TCU
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 194
Tanner McLaughlin, TE, Arizona
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 214*
Cedric Johnson, EDGE, Ole Miss
Grade:Â B - Round 7, Pick 224 (from HOU)
Daijahn Anthony, CB, Ole Miss
Grade: B- - Round 7, Pick 237
Matt Lee, C, Miami (FL)
Grade: B-
Overall Grade: B
The Bengals clearly prioritized addressing both the offensive and defensive line units heading into the 2024 NFL Draft and executed that strategy effectively by investing three of their first four picks in the trenches with Georgia OT Amarius Mims, Michigan DT Kris Jenkins, and Texas A&M DT McKinnley Jackson.
The best value pick of the draft may have been Alabama WR Jermaine Burton at No. 80 overall, who enters the league with some character issues but immense production upside with his explosive vertical skill set.
To see the full analysis of the Cincinnati Bengals draft class, make sure to check out our full Bengals draft grades.
Cleveland Browns
- Round 2, Pick 54
Michael Hall Jr., DT, Ohio State
Grade: A- - Round 3, Pick 85
Zak Zinter, G, Michigan
Grade: B- - Round 5, Pick 156 (from PHI)
Jamari Thrash, WR, Louisville
Grade: C+ - Round 6, Pick 206 (from BAL)
Nathaniel Watson, LB, Mississippi State
Grade: C+ - Round 7, Pick 230 (from ATL)
Myles Harden, CB, South Dakota
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 243
Jowon Briggs, DT, Cincinnati
Grade: B
Overall Grade: B
The Browns prioritized adding talent along the interior of their defensive line with their top spick at No. 54 overall and selected Ohio State’s Michael Hall Jr. to join Dalvin Tomlinson and Shelby Harris in the defensive tackle rotation.
They also added Michigan guard Zak Zinter and Louisville wide receiver Jamari Thrash as potential future contributors in the middle rounds.
To see the full analysis of the Cleveland Browns draft class, make sure to check out our full Browns draft grades.
Dallas Cowboys
- Round 1, Pick 29 (from DET)
Tyler Guyton, OT, Oklahoma
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 56
Marshawn Kneeland, EDGE, Western Michigan
Grade: B+ - Round 3, Pick 73 (from MIN through DET)
Cooper Beebe, G, Kansas State
Grade: B+ - Round 3, Pick 87
Marist Liufau, LB, Notre Dame
Grade: B- - Round 5, Pick 174*
Caelen Carson, CB, Wake Forest
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 216*
Ryan Flournoy, WR, SE Missouri State
Grade: B+ - Round 7, Pick 233 (from LV)
Nathan Thomas, OT, Louisiana
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 244
Justin Rogers, DT, Auburn
Grade: C+
Overall Grade: B+
It might not have been the sexiest draft class of all time, but the Dallas Cowboys came away from the 2024 having built a very clear identity for the franchise going forward. Bullyball is coming to the Cowboys, with some big nasty beasts being selected on both sides of the ball.
Tyler Guyton has long-term left tackle potential, and Cooper Beebe is a beast on the interior, giving Dallas some flexibility as to how they construct their best five offensive linemen going forward.
Marist Liufau is a seek-and-destroy heavy-hitter from the linebacker position, and even wide receiver Ryan Flournoy has physicality as the hallmark of his game.
If you were looking to pick fault, you could argue that there were better nose tackle options available to complete the class in Round 7, but it was good work from a Cowboys front office who were feeling the heat following an offseason of relative inactivity.
To see the full analysis of the Dallas Cowboys draft class, make sure to check out our full Cowboys draft grades.
Denver Broncos
- Round 1, Pick 12
Bo Nix, QB, Oregon
Grade: B- - Round 3, Pick 76
Jonah Elliss, EDGE, Utah
Grade: B - Round 4, Pick 102 (from WAS through SEA)
Troy Franklin, WR, Oregon
Grade: A+ - Round 5, Pick 145 (from NYJ)
Kris Abrams-Draine, CB, Missouri
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 147
Audric Estime, RB, Notre Dame
Grade: B- - Round 7, Pick 235 (from SEA)
Devaughn Vele, WR, Utah
Grade: B- - Round 7, Pick 256 (from NYJ)
Nick Gargiulo, C, South Carolina
Grade: A+
Overall Grade: B+Â
The vast majority of the Broncos 2024 class’ impact will be weighed based on Nix’s performance at QB. He is the tide that raises all boats — but value acquisitions like Franklin, Abrams-Draine, and Gargiulo can’t go overlooked.
With the little capital they had, the Broncos were at least able to address multiple needs, while also adding a QB who could be a competent starter in Sean Payton’s scheme. Time will tell what the ultimate returns are, but this was a step in the right direction.
To see the full analysis of the Denver Broncos draft class, make sure to check out our full Broncos draft grades.
Detroit Lions
- Round 1, Pick 24
Terrion Arnold, CB, Alabama
Grade: A+ - Round 2, Pick 61
Ennis Rakestraw, CB, Missouri
Grade: C+ - Round 4, Pick 126 (from GB through NYJ)
Giovanni Manu, OT, British Columbia
Grade: B- - Round 4, Pick 132* (from SF through PHI)
Sione Vaki, RB/S, Utah
Grade: C - Round 6, Pick 189 (from BUF through HOU)
Mehki Wingo, DT, LSU
Grade: A+ - Round 6, Pick 210* (from PHI)
Christian Mahogany, G, Boston College
Grade: A+
Overall Grade: B+
Lions fans can feel good about the latest class that Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell put together. Terrion Arnold is a true blue-chip prospect at CB, and Mekhi Wingo and Christian Mahogany were two of the best value acquisitions on Day 3. Both could make a major imprint early in their Lions careers.
There were a few moves that felt redundant or forced. Ennis Rakestraw Jr. is a good player and scheme fit, but the 61st pick could’ve been spent on an EDGE or WR. And trading capital to acquire a potentially positionless hybrid in Vaki wasn’t ideal, either.
Nevertheless, the Lions had a successful stretch in the 2024 NFL Draft overall. And more importantly, they aggressively targeted weaknesses, with the intent of rising back to contention in 2024.
To see the full analysis of the Detroit Lions draft class, make sure to check out our full Lions draft grades.
Green Bay Packers
- Round 1, Pick 25
Jordan Morgan, OT, Arizona
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 45 (from DEN through NO)
Edgerrin Cooper, LB, Texas A&M
Grade: B - Round 2, Pick 58
Javon Bullard, S, Georgia
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 88
MarShawn Lloyd, RB, USC
Grade: C+ - Round 3, Pick 91 (from BUF)
Ty’Ron Hopper, LB, Missouri
Grade: C+ - Round 4, Pick 111 (from NYJ)
Evan Williams, S, Oregon
Grade: C+ - Round 5, Pick 163 (from BUF)
Jacob Monk, OL, Duke
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 169*
Kitan Oladapo, S, Oregon State
Grade: C+ - Round 6, Pick 202
Travis Glover, OT, Georgia State
Grade: B+ - Round 7, Pick 245
Michael Pratt, QB, Tulane
Grade: A - Round 7, Pick 255*
Kalen King, CB, Penn State
Grade: A-
Overall Grade: B-
With a strong, ascending roster, the Packers had a larger margin for error in the 2024 NFL Draft. But that doesn’t change the fact that a few of their picks were reaches on the value board or somewhat redundant with the personnel they’d already acquired.
Marshawn Lloyd and Ty’Ron Hopper, in particular, felt premature on Day 2, while Jordan Morgan will also be pressured to play at a high level right away after going in Round 1.
Nevertheless, for all the uncertainty, picks like Bullard, Monk, and Glover matched fit and value perfectly, and in Round 7 – as they always do – the Packers managed to score a couple of potential buy-low steals.
To see the full analysis of the Green Bay Packers draft class, make sure to check out our full Packers draft grades.
Houston Texans
- Round 2, Pick 42 (from MIN)
Kamari Lassiter, CB, Georgia
Grade: B - Round 2, Pick 59
Blake Fischer, OT, Notre Dame
Grade: C- - Round 3, Pick 78 (from SEA through WAS and PHI)
Calen Bullock, DB, USC
Grade: C - Round 4, Pick 123 (from CLE through HOU and PHI)
Cade Stover, TE, Ohio State
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 188 (from MIN)
Jamal Hill, LB, Oregon
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 205 (from DET)
Jawhar Jordan, RB, Louisville
Grade: C+ - Round 7, Pick 238 (from NO)
Solomon Byrd, EDGE, USC
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 247
Marcus Harris, DT, Auburn
Grade: A - Round 7, Pick 249 (from DET)
LaDarius Henderson, OL, Michigan
Grade: B+
Overall Grade: B-
Much of the Texans’ grade is predicated on Ryans’ ability to develop the defenders he chose. On paper, Bullock, Hill, and Byrd are solid talents, but they need to be put in a position to succeed.
To see the full analysis of the Houston Texans draft class, make sure to check out our full Texans draft grades.
Indianapolis Colts
- Round 1, Pick 15
Laiatu Latu, EDGE, UCLA
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 52 (from LAR through CAR)
Adonai Mitchell, WR, Texas
Grade: A+ - Round 3, Pick 79 (from JAX through ATL and ARI)*
Matt Goncalves, OL, Pittsburgh
Grade: C- - Round 4, Pick 117
Tanor Bortolini, C, Wisconsin
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 142 (from TEN through CAR)
Anthony Gould, WR, Oregon State
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 151
Jaylon Carlies, S, Missouri
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 164 (from DET through PHI)
Jaylin Simpson, S, Auburn
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 201 (from DET through PHI)
Micah Abraham, CB, Marshall
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 234
Jonah Laulu, EDGE, Oklahoma
Grade: D+
Overall Grade: A
The Latu and Mitchell selections buoy the class, but Bortolini and a string of DB selections also raise the value.
Even Goncalves and Laulu, who received C- or lower grades, could build productive careers in Indy. GM Chris Ballard obviously had a plan entering the draft, and he executed it.
To see the full analysis of the Indianapolis Colts draft class, make sure to check out our full Colts draft grades.
Jacksonville Jaguars
- Round 1, Pick 23 (from CLE through HOU and MIN)
Brian Thomas, WR, LSU
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 48
Maason Smith, DT, LSU
Grade: B - Round 3, Pick 96*
Jarrian Jones, CB, Florida State
Grade: B - Round 4, Pick 114
Javon Foster, OT, Missouri
Grade: B - Round 4, Pick 116 (from NO)
Jordan Jefferson, DT, LSU
Grade: B- - Round 5, Pick 153
Deantre Prince, CB, Ole Miss
Grade: C+ - Round 5, Pick 167 (from KC through MIN)
Keilan Robinson, RB, Texas
Grade: D+ - Round 6, Pick 212*
Cam Little, K, Arkansas
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 236
Myles Cole, EDGE, Texas Tech
Grade: B
Overall Grade: B
As with most Trent Baalke drafts, the Jaguars went with high-upside players who could also flame out in a few years. But if they hit on players such as Smith, Foster, and Cole, Jacksonville will be in a position to compete for deep playoff runs.
To see the full analysis of the Jacksonville Jaguars draft class, make sure to check out our full Jaguars draft grades.
Kansas City Chiefs
- Round 1, Pick 28 (from BUF)
Xavier Worthy, WR, Texas
Grade: A- - Round 2, Pick 63 (from SF)
Kingsley Suamataia, OT, BYU
Grade: A - Round 4, Pick 131
Jared Wiley, TE, TCU
Grade: A+ - Round 4, Pick 133* (from BUF)
Jaden Hicks, S, Washington State
Grade: A+ - Round 5, Pick 159 (from DAL)
Hunter Nourzad, C, Penn State
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 211* (from SF)
Kamal Hadden, CB, Tennessee
Grade: B+ - Round 7, Pick 248 (from BUF)
C.J. Hanson, G, Holy Cross
Grade: B+
Overall Grade: A
Once again, Brett Veach put on a masterclass of playing the board and added droves of talent in the process. Worthy is the gem of the class, but Wiley could legitimately be a successor to Kelce on offense, and Suamataia is a starting tackle in waiting.
On defense, Hicks can be a difference-maker at safety with his range and physicality, and all of the Chiefs’ other moves were savvy ones to solidify depth and long-term security. The Chiefs build through the draft, and this class was just a continuation of that.
To see the full analysis of the Kansas City Chiefs draft class, make sure to check out our full Chiefs draft grades.
Las Vegas Raiders
- Round 1, Pick 13
Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 44
Jackson Powers-Johnson, C, Oregon
Grade: A- - Round 3, Pick 77
Delmar Glaze, OT, Maryland
Grade: B+ - Round 4, Pick 112
DeCamerion Richardson, CB, Mississippi State
Grade: A - Round 5, Pick 148
Tommy Eichenberg, LB, Ohio State
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 208 (from KC)
Dylan Laube, RB, New Hampshire
Grade: A+ - Round 7, Pick 223 (from NE)
Trey Taylor, S, Air Force
Grade: A - Round 7, Pick 229 (from MIN)
M.J. Devonshire, CB, Pittsburgh
Grade: A
Overall Grade: A
On the surface, Tom Telesco’s first draft with the Raiders was a success. Brock Bowers and Jackson Powers-Johnson were stellar value acquisitions early on, and Glaze has starting upside at the right tackle spot.
On Day 3, the Raiders continued to follow the theme of value, adding high-upside DBs like Richardson, Devonshire, and Taylor, and stopping the fall of a versatile weapon in Laube. The Raiders covered the bases they needed to, and added that extra playmaking flair as well.
To see the full analysis of the Las Vegas Raiders draft class, make sure to check out our full Raiders draft grades.
Los Angeles Chargers
- Round 1, Pick 5
Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame
Grade: A- - Round 2, Pick 34 (from NE)
Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 69
Junior Colson, LB, Michigan
Grade: A - Round 4, Pick 105
Justin Eboigbe, DT, Alabama
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 137 (from NE)
Tarheeb Still, CB, Maryland
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 140
Cam Hart, CB, Notre Dame
Grade: B+ - Round 6, Pick 181
Kimani Vidal, RB, Troy
Grade: A+ - Round 7, Pick 225
Brenden Rice, WR, USC
Grade: B+ - Round 7, Pick 253*
Cornelius Johnson, WR, Michigan
Grade: A
Overall Grade: A
There was a sense ahead of the draft that the Chargers wouldn’t be able to hit everything they needed to without trading down from No. 5 overall.
Fast forward to now, and they have a blue-chip starting OT duo, a WR core with new life and variable skill sets, a young and talented defensive back room, new run defense reinforcements up front, and a defensive leader at LB.
The Chargers covered a lot of ground in the 2024 NFL Draft and were able to do so while also making moves of substance at multiple spots. This draft should help kickstart the process of reworking the roster in a competitive AFC West.
To see the full analysis of the Los Angeles Chargers draft class, make sure to check out our full Chargers draft grades.
Los Angeles Rams
- Round 1, Pick 19
Jared Verse, EDGE, Florida State
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 39 (from NYG through CAR)
Braden Fiske, DT, Florida State
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 83
Blake Corum, RB, Michigan
Grade: B - Round 3, Pick 99*
Kamren Kinchens, S, Miami
Grade B+ - Round 5, Pick 154
Brennan Jackson, EDGE, Washington State
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 196
Tyler Davis, DT, Clemson
Grade: C+ - Round 6, Pick 209*
Joshua Karty, K, Stanford
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 213*
Jordan Whittington, WR, Texas
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 217*
Beaux Limmer, C, Arkansas
Grade: A - Round 7, Pick 254*
KT Leveston, OL, Kansas State
Grade: B+
Overall Grade: A
Another NFC West team, another A. Sure, I may not be the toughest grader, but look at the Rams’ draft class and point out a clear miss. It was a defensive-focused haul until Day 3, and GM Les Sneed has proven they know how to scout and develop late-round selection.
To see the full analysis of the Los Angeles Rams draft class, make sure to check out our full Rams draft grades.
Miami Dolphins
- Round 1, Pick 21
Chop Robinson, EDGE, Penn State
Grade: B- - Round 2, Pick 55
Patrick Paul, OT, Houston
Grade: C+ - Round 4, Pick 120
Jaylen Wright, RB, Tennessee
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 158
Mohamed Kamara, EDGE, Colorado State
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 184 (from CHI)
Malik Washington, WR, Virginia
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 198
Patrick McMorris, S, Cal
Grade: C+ - Round 7, Pick 241
Tahj Washington, WR, USC
Grade: A
Overall Grade: B-
It was an interesting 2024 NFL Draft for the Miami Dolphins that might not be immediate dividends. Their first two picks, Chop Robinson and Patrick Paul have some high-end athletic traits and measurables that, if they can be developed, could turn them into excellent selections.
However, if you want to see an immediate return on your early-round investments, that’s not likely to happen in Miami.
Although EDGE was considered a need coming into the draft, selecting two pass rushers in the first four picks can be considered excessive, even if the latter selection was great value at pick 158.
Given the rumors circulating before the draft that Miami would take a receiver early, it was somewhat poetic that their biggest wins from a draft spot vs. PFN Big Board ranking perspective were with Malik Washington and Tahj Washington, who should compete to start in the slot in 2024.
To see the full analysis of the Miami Dolphins draft class, make sure to check out our full Dolphins draft grades.
Minnesota Vikings
- Round 1, Pick 10
J.J. McCarthy, QB, Michigan
Grade: A - Round 1, Pick 17 (from HOU)
Dallas Turner, EDGE, Alabama
Grade: A+ - Round 4, Pick 108
Khyree Jackson, CB, Oregon
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 177 (from CAR through JAX)
Walter Rouse, OT, Oklahoma
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 203 (from NYJ)
Will Reichard, K, Alabama
Grade: B+ - Round 7, Pick 230 (from ATL through CLE and ARI)
Michael Jurgens, C, Wake Forest
Grade: C - Round 7, Pick 232 (from DEN through SF and HOU)
Levi Drake-Rodriguez, DT, Texas A&M-Commerce
Grade: B-
Overall Grade: A-
The Vikings’ sparse Day 3 class didn’t carry the same kind of weight that other teams’ did in the 2024 NFL Draft. On Day 3, the Vikings added a developmental CB, a kicker, and trench depth on both sides of the ball.
That said, the Day 3 stretch was never going to sway Minnesota’s draft grade too far in either direction, because in Round 1, they added two franchise-defining players on either side of the ball.
J.J. McCarthy has a legitimate chance to be Minnesota’s next franchise QB with the support he’s been given. And at 17th overall, Dallas Turner is a superb value addition, with the tools to wreck offensive game plans. That duo alone made Minnesota’s class a success.
To see the full analysis of the Minnesota Vikings draft class, make sure to check out our full Vikings draft grades.
New England Patriots
- Round 1, Pick 3
Drake Maye, QB, UNC
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 37 (from LAC)
Ja’Lynn Polk, WR, Washington
Grade: A- - Round 3, Pick 68
Caedan Wallace, OT, Penn State
Grade: C- - Round 4, Pick 103
Layden Robinson, G, Texas A&M
Grade: B- - Round 5, Pick 110 (from CHI through LAC)
Javon Baker, WR, UCF
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 180
Marcellas Dial, CB, South Carolina
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 193
Joe Milton, QB, Tennessee
Grade: C - Round 7, Pick 231 (from CHI)
Jaheim Bell, TE, Florida State
Grade: A-
Overall Grade: B+
The Bill Belichick era in New England is well and truly over. The Patriots put together an exciting offensive class, the like of which hasn’t been seen in Foxboro recently, perhaps not ever. Headlined by quarterback Drake Maye, the number one overall player on the PFN Big Board, there can be genuine enthusiasm about what New England’s offense can become in the future.
The franchise surrounded him with a plethora of skill players in the 2024 NFL Draft too, with Ja’Lynn Polk and Javon Baker providing excellent outlets, not to mention the versatile and athletic Jaheim Bell.
While we’re gushing over the skill player additions, it’s worth tempering excitement over the class as a whole because both Caedan Wallace and Layden Robinson were a significant reach at positions of need on the offensive front. Thankfully, Maye has the athletic ability to extend plays when placed under pressure.
To see the full analysis of the New England Patriots draft class, make sure to check out our full Patriots draft grades.
New Orleans Saints
- Round 1, Pick 14
Taliese Fuaga, OT, Oregon State
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 41 (from NYJ through GB)
Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB, Alabama
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 150
Spencer Rattler, QB, South Carolina
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 170*
Bub Means, WR, Pittsburgh
Grade: C - Round 5, Pick 175*
Jaylan Ford, LB, Texas
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 199 (from PHI)
Khristian Boyd, DT, Northern Iowa
Grade: A - Round 7, Pick 239 (from DEN through LAR)
Josiah Ezirim, OT, Eastern Kentucky
Grade: B+
Overall Grade: B+
The Saints’ top priority was to add talent along the offensive line unit, with offensive tackle Ryan Ramczyk’s immediate future currently up in the air. They did exactly that by selecting Oregon State offensive tackle Taliese Fuaga at No. 14 overall to instantly slide into whatever role necessary to improve this unit upfront.
They also traded up for Alabam cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry in the second round, which helped limit their draft assets the rest of the way. While the addition of Spencer Rattler isn’t helpful for this season, the pick of Northern Iowa DT Khristian Boyd is amongst the best value picks in the entire draft.
To see the full analysis of the New Orleans Saints draft class, make sure to check out our full Saints draft grades.
New York Giants
- Round 1, Pick 6
Malik Nabers, WR, LSU
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 47 (from SEA)
Tyler Nubin, S, Minnesota
Grade: A- - Round 3, Pick 70
Andru Phillips, CB, Kentucky
Grade: B+ - Round 4, Pick 107
Theo Johnson, TE, Penn State
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 166
Tyrone Tracy Jr., RB, Purdue
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 183
Darius Muasau, LB, UCLA
Grade: B
Overall Grade: B+
The New York Giants were clearly looking to surround Daniel Jones with the talent to either elevate his game or prove, once and for all, that he isn’t long for the roster. Malik Nabers is the most explosive wide receiver he’s had while with the franchise, and Day 3 picks Theo Johnson and Tyrone Tracy Jr. bolster the offense in their own unique ways.
The playmakers selected in the secondary on Day 2 should have an immediate and apparent impact, but it was somewhat surprising to see the Giants come away from the NFL’s annual selection event without adding any form of offensive line upgrades.
To see the full analysis of the New York Giants draft class, make sure to check out our full Giants draft grades.
New York Jets
- Round 1, Pick 11
Olu Fashanu, OT, Penn State
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 65 (from CAR)
Malachi Corley, WR, Western Kentucky
Grade: A - Round 4, Pick 134 (from BAL)
Braelon Allen, RB, Wisconsin
Grade: C+ - Round 5, Pick 171* (from PHI)
Jordan Travis, QB, Florida State
Grade: A - Round 5, Pick 173* (from KC through SF)
Isaiah Davis, RB, South Dakota State
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 176* (from SF)
Qwan’tez Stiggers, CB, Toronto (CFL)
Grade: A- - Round 7, Pick 257*
Jaylen Key, S, Alabama
Grade: C+
Overall Grade: A-
The New York Jets, like it or loathe it, will revolve around Aaron Rodgers in the short term, and their 2024 NFL Draft has a similar storyline. The franchise did a great job of protecting their current signal caller with the selection of Olu Fashanu – a move made better by dropping a spot in a trade with Minnesota.
Malachi Corley was good value in the third as a dangerous RAC weapon for Rodgers in the short term and then for potential long term QB, Jordan Travis. Injury impacted his stock but Travis has the hallmarks of an NFL QB.
To see the full analysis of the New York Jets draft class, make sure to check out our full Jets draft grades.
Philadelphia Eagles
- Round 1, Pick 22
Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 40 (from CHI through WAS)
Cooper DeJean, DB, Iowa
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 94 (from SF)
Jalyx Hunt, EDGE, Houston Christian
Grade: B+ - Round 4, Pick 127 (from HOU)
Will Shipley, RB, Clemson
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 152 (from SEA through WAS)
Ainias Smith, WR, Texas A&M
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 155 (from PIT through LAR, CAR, and IND)
Jeremiah Trotter Jr., LB, Clemson
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 172*
Trevor Keegan, G, Michigan
Grade C+ - Round 6, Pick 185 (from NYJ)
Johnny Wilson, WR, Florida State
Grade: B+ - Round 6, Pick 190 (from NO through GB and NYJ)
Dylan McMahon, C, NC State
Grade: B-
Overall Grade: A-
At the risk of sounding sycophantic, the 2024 NFL Draft was another masterclass from Howie Roseman. Looking at individual grades for each pick, the overall grade is likely closer to a B+ than the A- we’ve given it here.
However, you have to take into account the sheer value of the first two picks that the Eagles made in Detroit. Quinyon Mitchell can be a lockdown corner in the league, and the value in landing Cooper DeJean with the 40th overall pick while moving around the board like Garry Kasparov was something spectacular.
There were rookie contributors selected at multiple positions of need, and both sides of the ball got an influence of excellent talent.
If you were looking to pick fault, the offensive line additions possibly weren’t of the caliber that fans might have hoped for as they look to a post-Jason Kelce era that could also be Lane Johnson-less in the not-too-distant future. That shouldn’t detract from the excellent work done by the franchise.
To see the full analysis of the Philadelphia Eagles draft class, make sure to check out our full Eagles draft grades.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- Round 1, Pick 20
Troy Fautanu, OT, Washington
Grade: A- - Round 2, Pick 51
Zach Frazier, OL, West Virginia
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 84
Roman Wilson, WR, Michigan
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 98 (from PHI)
Payton Wilson, LB, NC State
Grade: A - Round 4, Pick 117
Mason McCormick, OL, South Dakota State
Grade: A- - Round 6, Pick 178 (from ARI through CAR)
Logan Lee, DT, Iowa
Grade: C - Round 6, Pick 195
Ryan Watts, CB, Texas
Grade: B+
Overall Grade: A
Normally, when a team heavily focuses on just one position group for an entire draft, that could be a recipe for disaster. Yet, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ ability to land Washington offensive tackle Troy Fautanu, West Virginia center Zach Frazier, and South Dakota State guard Mason McCormick felt more like a masterpiece on how to revamp your offensive line instantly.
The selection of NC State linebacker Payton Wilson further managed to solidify this group as an excellent overall class for the Steelers in 2024.
To see the full analysis of the Pittsburgh Steelers draft class, make sure to check out our full Steelers draft grades.
San Francisco 49ers
- Round 1, Pick 31
Ricky Pearsall, WR, Florida
Grade: C- - Round 2, Pick 64 (from KC)
Renardo Green, CB, Florida State
Grade: B - Round 3, Pick 86 (from PHI through HOU and PHI)
Dominick Puni, OT, Kansas
Grade: B - Round 4, Pick 124 (from DAL)
Malik Mustapha, S, Wake Forest
Grade: B+ - Round 4, Pick 129 (from MIN through NYJ)
Isaac Guerendo, RB, Louisville
Grade: D+ - Round 4, Pick 135
Jacob Cowing, WR, Arizona
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 215*
Jarrett Kingston, G, USC
Grade: C+ - Round 7, Pick 251
Tatum Bethune, LB, Florida State
Grade: B-
Overall Grade: B-
From a quick glance, it seems like the 49ers reached on all of their selections. But reaching is relevant, and each pick – sans Guerendo – added talent to positions of need. Pearsall received a C+ due to his position on the board compared to where he was selected, but if San Francisco deals Samuel or Aiyuk and the Florida WR balls out, then the grade is null and void.
To see the full analysis of the San Francisco 49ers draft class, make sure to check out our full 49ers draft grades.
Seattle Seahawks
- Round 1, Pick 16
Byron Murphy II, DT, Texas
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 81 (from DEN)
Christian Haynes, G, UConn
Grade: A+ - Round 4, Pick 118
Tyrice Knight, LB, New Mexico State
Grade: B - Round 4, Pick 121 (from MIA through DEN)
A.J. Barner, TE, Michigan
Grade: C - Round 5, Pick 136 (from CAR through CLE and DEN)
Nehemiah Pritchett, CB, Auburn
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 179 (from WAS)
Sataoa Laumea, OL, Utah
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 192
D.J. James, CB, Auburn
Grade: A - Round 6, Pick 207 (from SF through DEN)
Mike Jerrell, OT, Findlay
Grade: B
Overall Grade: A
Outside of an errant backup TE selection, the Seahawks targeted key weaknesses in the roster while also keeping an eye toward the future. Murphy and Haynes highlight Macdonald’s emphasis on the trenches nabbing Pritchett and James on Day 3 bolstered the secondary.
To see the full analysis of the Seattle Seahawks draft class, make sure to check out our full Seahawks draft grades.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Round 1, Pick 26
Graham Barton, OL, Duke
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 57
Chris Braswell, EDGE, Alabama
Grade: A- - Round 3, Pick 89
Tykee Smith, S, Georgia
Grade: B- - Round 3, Pick 92 (from DET)
Jalen McMillan, WR, Washington
Grade: B - Round 4, Pick 125
Bucky Irving, RB, Oregon
Grade: B- - Round 6, Pick 220*
Elijah Klein, G, UTEP
Grade: C - Round 7, Pick 246
Devin Culp, TE, Washington
Grade: B
Overall Grade: B+
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers managed to hit a pair of home runs early in the draft by landing arguably the best interior offensive line prospect in the class — Duke’s Graham Barton — at No. 26 overall, but they followed it up by selecting Alabama edge rusher Chris Braswell when they fell in general manager Jason Licht’s lap at No. 57 overall.
Washington WR Jalen McMillan at No. 92 overall was another solid pick, but missteps with Georgia safety Tykee Smith (89th overall) and Oregon running back Bucky Irving (125th overall) prevent this class from receiving an elite grade.
To see the full analysis of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers draft class, make sure to check out our full Buccaneers draft grades.
Tennessee Titans
- Round 1, Pick 7
JC Latham, OT, Alabama
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 38
T’Vondre Sweat, DT, Texas
Grade: C+ - Round 4, Pick 106
Cedric Gray, LB, UNC
Grade: B+ - Round 5, Pick 146 (from MIN)
Jarvis Brownlee Jr., CB, Louisville
Grade: B - Round 6, Pick 182
Jha’Quan Jackson, WR, Tulane
Grade: B - Round 7, Pick 242 (from PHI)
James Williams, LB, Miami (FL)
Grade: B+ - Round 7, Pick 252 (from KC)
Jaylen Harrell, EDGE, Michigan
Grade: B-
Overall Grade: B+
Tennessee added size and speed on defense while drafting a long-term left tackle and a depth piece at receiver for Levis. If Sweat puts all his focus on football and Gray and Williams play notable snaps on defense, the Titans will be set for the future at the first two levels on the defensive side of the ball.
To see the full analysis of the Tennessee Titans draft class, make sure to check out our full Titans draft grades.
Washington Commanders
- Round 1, Pick 2
Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
Grade: A- - Round 2, Pick 36
Johnny Newton, DT, Illinois
Grade: A - Round 2, Pick 50 (from NO through PHI)
Mike Sainristill, CB, Michigan
Grade: B+ - Round 2, Pick 53
Ben Sinnott, TE, Kansas State
Grade: A - Round 3, Pick 67
Brandon Coleman, OL, TCU
Grade: B+ - Round 3, Pick 100 (from SF)*
Luke McCaffrey, WR, Rice
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 139
Jordan Magee, LB, Temple
Grade: B - Round 5, Pick 161 (from TB through PHI)
Dominique Hampton, S, Washington
Grade: B- - Round 7, Pick 222
Javontae Jean-Baptiste, EDGE, Notre Dame
Grade: C+
Overall Grade: B+
The moves that Washington made to open the 2024 NFL Draft speaks to the sea change taking place within the program. It’s a whole new world from top to bottom of the front office, and they were aggressive and successful early on, taking franchise difference makers in Jayden Daniels, Johnny Newton, Mike Sainristil, and Ben Sinnott.
The Commanders were running at an A- grade after Day 2, but some of their moves on Day 3 failed to live up to the excitement of the opening salvo. Jordan Magee is a solid, perhaps underrated get at linebacker, and Dominique Hampton could be a playmaker at the heart of the secondary.
To see the full analysis of the Washington Commanders draft class, make sure to check out our full Commanders draft grades.
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Steelers Omar Khan had another good draft I won’t give the Steelers grade until these players get on the field