NFL Draft 2024: Latest Projections for All-Star Starters and Bench Players
ESPN Unveils Final Rankings Ahead of Draft
First Round Projections: Stars and Surprises
The countdown to the 2024 NFL Draft is on, and ESPN's draft experts have released their final rankings ahead of the big event. At the top of the list, C.J. Stroud (QB, Ohio State) and Arch Manning (QB, Texas) are projected to go first and second overall, respectively. Other notable first-round projections include Bryce Young (QB, Alabama), Marvin Jones Jr. (WR, Georgia), and Will Levis (QB, Kentucky).
Second Round Projections: Hidden Gems and Potential Steals
The second round of the draft often features a mix of talented players who may have slipped through the cracks or who have shown significant potential during their college careers. ESPN's projections for the second round include Quentin Johnston (WR, TCU), Cade Klubnik (QB, Clemson), and Harold Perkins (LB, LSU). These players could make an immediate impact on the teams that draft them, providing depth and potential starting talent.
Third Round and Beyond: Draft Day Surprises and Late-Round Steals
The third round and beyond of the NFL Draft can often be filled with surprises and potential steals. In previous drafts, players like Justin Jefferson (WR, Minnesota Vikings) and Tre'Davious White (CB, Buffalo Bills) were selected in the third round or later and have gone on to become All-Pro performers. ESPN's projections highlight players like Donovan Green (S, Texas A&M), Jaheim Oatis (DT, Alabama), and Emery Jones (LB, LSU) as potential late-round gems who could contribute to their teams immediately.
Broadcast and Coverage Information
The 2024 NFL Draft will be broadcast live on ESPN, ABC, and the ESPN App starting at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 25. Coverage will continue on Friday, April 26, with the second and third rounds starting at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN, ABC, and the ESPN App. Additionally, ESPN Radio and NFL Network will provide comprehensive coverage of the draft.
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