Jets Trade Up, Falcons Take Penix in Dramatic First Round of NFL Draft

April 25, 2024

The 2024 NFL Draft kicked off with a bang in Detroit tonight, with the Chicago Bears taking the highly anticipated USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. The drama unfolded as the night progressed:

• Jets Deal Up: The New York Jets surprised many by trading the 10th pick to the Minnesota Vikings in a move that could signal their intentions to address another position of need.
• Falcons Gamble on Penix: The Atlanta Falcons took a chance on Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the 8th pick. Penix’s talent is undeniable, but injury concerns linger.

• Quarterbacks Rule Early: Three quarterbacks were selected in the top three picks, with Jayden Daniels going to Washington and Drake Maye landing with the New England Patriots.

Here’s a look at the top 10 selections:

1. Chicago Bears (via Carolina) – Caleb Williams, QB, USC
2. Washington Commanders – Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
3. New England Patriots – Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina
4. Arizona Cardinals – Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State
5. Los Angeles Chargers – Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame
6. New York Giants – Malik Nabers, WR, LSU
7. Tennessee Titans – JC Latham, RT, Alabama
8. Atlanta Falcons – Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington
9. Chicago Bears (pick to come)
10. Minnesota Vikings (from Jets) – pick to come

The draft continues tomorrow night with Rounds 2 and 3. Fans can tune in to ABC, ESPN, or the NFL Network to see the rest of the story unfold.

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