Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy is projected as a Top 5 pick in the upcoming NFL draft, with betting odds heavily favoring his selection within that range. However, his exact draft position remains uncertain.
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Michigan’s national title-winning quarterback JJ McCarthy has spent the most time with the New York Giants during the draft process, hinting at their potential interest in selecting him with the No. 6 overall pick. McCarthy mentioned his familiarity with the Giants’ coaching staff and offensive system, suggesting that he would be a good fit for the team if they decide to draft a quarterback.
Quarterback J.J. McCarthy is entering the 2024 NFL Draft, and while there are some concerns about his consistency, former Broncos great Peyton Manning is reportedly impressed with the young signal-caller. Manning said that he texted McCarthy after the national championship game, but McCarthy initially thought it was a prank and didn’t call back. However, McCarthy eventually called back and asked Manning some questions, which impressed the Hall of Famer. Despite Manning’s praise, there are still some concerns about McCarthy’s fit in Denver, as the Broncos lack the elite players that surround a top quarterback. McCarthy has shown some promise in his career at Michigan, but he will need to develop and have a solid supporting cast to succeed in the NFL. The Broncos could take a bet on McCarthy if he falls to them at No. 12, but they would be wise to avoid trading future assets for him if another QB-starved team makes a move for him early.
As the NFL Draft approaches, speculation mounts around the potential quarterback selection by the New England Patriots. Both Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN suggest the Patriots may trade out of the No. 3 overall pick.
The 2024 NFL Draft is shaping up to be a spectacle, with the possibility of four quarterbacks being taken in the first four picks for the first time ever. Led by unanimous top prospect Caleb Williams of USC, the quarterback class is stacked, with Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, Anthony Richardson, and JJ McCarthy also in the mix. The Washington Commanders and New England Patriots are in desperate need of quarterbacks, making them prime candidates to trade up for one of these highly touted prospects.
In addition to quarterbacks, the 2024 draft is expected to feature a record-setting number of offensive players selected in the first round. With a deep receiver class led by Marvin Jones Jr. of Ohio State, along with top tight ends, offensive linemen, and running backs, there could be as many as 20-plus offensive players taken in the first round.
The lack of elite defensive prospects in the 2024 draft crop will further contribute to the dominance of offensive players in the early rounds. Teams in need of defensive help may have to wait until later in the draft or look to trade up for a top prospect.