2024 NFL Mock Draft: Updated 3-Round Projections for the New Year

There's something for everyone in this new three-round projection for the 2024 NFL Draft.

With just two weeks left in the 2023 NFL regular season, fan bases across the league are either hoping to clinch a playoff spot down the stretch, or begging their favorite team not to squander a high pick in the 2024 NFL Draft by winning either of their remaining games.

This last couple of games still has the chance to make a massive impact on next year's draft order, with plenty of room for shuffling throughout the top 10 depending on the results.

As we prepare for New Year's festivities (and a fantastic slate of bowl/playoff games in the college ranks), here's an updated look at how the first three rounds of next year's draft could turn out, using the latest updated pick order following Week 16 results:

1. Chicago Bears (from CAR)

Caleb Williams | QB | USC

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It's still possible that the Bears could keep trying to build around Justin Fields, but if they bring in a new coaching staff, a restart at quarterback seems more likely. Despite a roller-coaster 2023 campaign, Williams still has some elite physical tools and playmaking instincts that should make him the top pick.

2. Arizona Cardinals

Marvin Harrison Jr. | WR | Ohio State

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Arizona might be tempted to change course at quarterback, as well, but they've already made a huge financial commitment to Kyler Murray. That being the case, it would make more sense to give him a true No. 1 receiver in Harrison, who also happens to be the best overall prospect in the entire draft.

3. Washington Commanders

Drake Maye | QB | North Carolina

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Sam Howell's headed to the bench in favor of Jacoby Brissett, and it feels like more big changes are coming for Washington this offseason. Much like the Bears, a new coaching staff could lead to a new franchise quarterback for the Commanders, especially if they end up in position to land a top prospect like Maye.

4. New England Patriots

Jayden Daniels | QB | LSU

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Regardless of who's calling the shots for New England next season, the Pats will be in desperate need of a true franchise passer. This year's Heisman Trophy winner, Daniels showed marked improvement as a passer in 2023, proving himself to be a true dual-threat playmaker worthy of top-five consideration.

5. New York Giants

Olu Fashanu | OT | Penn State

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Quarterback will be on the table (even with Daniel Jones' recent contract extension), but in this scenario, they're better off going in a different direction. The offensive line desperately needs help, and getting an elite tackle prospect like Fashanu here would be a huge win. His arrival would allow Evan Neal to slide inside to guard, improving multiple positions.

6. Los Angeles Chargers

Brock Bowers | TE | Georgia

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This is an odd spot for the Chargers, who have tons of needs on defense, and will be welcoming a new coaching staff. The simple solution is always to take the best player on the board, and that's Bowers, who would fill arguably the team's most pressing need on offense. Justin Herbert would take full advantage of his dynamic playmaker.

7. Tennessee Titans

Joe Alt | OT | Notre Dame

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This is an ideal scenario for the Titans, who desperately need a franchise left tackle. The son of a Pro Bowler at the same position, Alt might be the most polished and pro-ready prospect in this entire draft class. He's exactly what Tennessee needs as they continue developing a young quarterback in Will Levis.

8. Chicago Bears

Dallas Turner | EDGE | Alabama

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Don't count out a top wide receiver here, especially if the Bears end up hiring a new head coach from the offensive side. That said, adding another explosive pass rusher to pair with Montez Sweat (who has been worth every penny since his trade-deadline arrival) makes a ton of sense. Turner had a breakout 2023 campaign as a first-year starter.

9. New York Jets

Malik Nabers | WR | LSU

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Offensive tackle is easily the biggest need here, but there's nobody available there who's worth passing up one of this year's elite wide receivers. Nabers is an explosive playmaker who excels after the catch, and pairing him up with Garrett Wilson would give Aaron Rodgers a ridiculous 1-2 punch in the passing game.

10. Atlanta Falcons

Rome Odunze | WR | Washington

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If the top three quarterbacks are all off the board, the Falcons are best off waiting to see who's still on the board there on Day 2. Instead, they could spend a first-round pick on an offensive skill player for the fourth straight year, adding another dominant pass-catcher in Odunze to help out whoever ends up throwing passes for them in 2024.

11. New Orleans Saints

JC Latham | OT | Alabama

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This offense isn't going anywhere without some serious upgrades in the trenches this offseason, regardless of what happens at any other position. Latham is a massive, powerful blocker who would be an immediate upgrade at tackle, and might even be a more dominant guard at the next level.

12. Green Bay Packers

Nate Wiggins | CB | Clemson

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Offensive line is a concern here, but if the board falls this way, don't be surprised if the Packers opt to follow past first-round patterns and go defense instead. With no corners off the board yet, Green Bay gets their pick of this year's top prospects, and Wiggins has the height, length, instincts and ball skills to make an instant impact.

13. Las Vegas Raiders

Jer'Zhan Newton | DL | Illinois

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Maxx Crosby is one of the most dominant edge defenders in the NFL, but the Raiders need someone who can make a similar impact along the interior. Whatever Newton lacks in ideal size, he more than makes up for with explosiveness and a nonstop motor that allows him to set up camp in opposing backfields.

14. Denver Broncos

Keon Coleman | WR | Florida State

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There are needs on defense (CB, EDGE, DL), but if one of the top four receivers in this year's loaded class is still available, the Broncos would be wise to pounce. Coleman's massive frame (6-4, 215) and impressive combination of length, physicality and leaping ability make him a matchup nightmare for opposing defensive backs.

15. Minnesota Vikings

Jared Verse | EDGE | Florida State

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Free agency could leave this defensive front without much juice, so finding a dynamic edge defender could be the Vikings' top priority with this pick. Thanks to a fairly deep class, they should have plenty of quality options here, and Verse has the polished, complete skill set to be the perfect fit for Brian Flores and company.

16. Arizona Cardinals (from HOU)

Kool-Aid McKinstry | CB | Alabama

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After getting the best player in the entire draft to help their offense, the Cards use their additional first-rounder to add a dynamic playmaker on the other side of the ball. McKinstry has ideal size, length and athleticism for the position, and would give Arizona a presence on the outside they haven't had since Patrick Peterson left.

17. Pittsburgh Steelers

Taliese Fuaga | OT | Oregon State

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After going nearly 30 years without taking an offensive tackle in the first round, would the Steelers really do it twice in a row? They should, if they get the chance to land a massive mauler like Fuaga, a dominant force who would be a perfect fit opposite Broderick Jones for the next decade in Pittsburgh.

18. Cincinnati Bengals

Amarius Mims | OT | Georgia

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If the top four wide receivers are off the board here, the Bengals should look for better value along the offensive line to help out Joe Burrow. Mims doesn't have a ton of starting experience, but he's got impressive physical tools that give him a limitless ceiling, and would make him a long-term upgrade at right tackle.

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Chop Robinson | EDGE | Penn State

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Baker Mayfield's resurgence might be taking the Bucs out of the market for the top quarterback prospects in this draft, and that's just fine, considering how many other needs they'll have to fill. This scenario gives them the chance to land an explosive edge rusher in Robinson as the eventual successor to Shaq Barrett.

20. Indianapolis Colts

Terrion Arnold | CB | Alabama

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Wide receiver could be a priority if they can't keep Michael Pittman Jr. on a new deal, but the secondary needs help at both levels. In this scenario, the Colts are able to land a fast-rising prospect in Arnold who brings a complete skill set and a tenacious playing style to a premium position.

21. Seattle Seahawks

Laiatu Latu | EDGE | UCLA

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This may not be Seattle's biggest need, but sometimes there's a prospect on the board who's just too much of a bargain to pass up. Based on talent and production alone, Latu would be a top-10 lock in this draft, but medical concerns could leave him on the board for a while. The upside is well worth the risk at this point in the first round.

22. Jacksonville Jaguars

Troy Fautanu | OL | Washington

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The offensive line has been the biggest issue for the Jags this season, and Trevor Lawrence's long list of injuries is the proof. This has to be addressed in multiple ways this offseason, and this pick is a great place to start. Fautanu has been a dominant left tackle for the Huskies, but projects even better as a guard at the next level.

23. Los Angeles Rams

Quinyon Mitchell | CB | Toledo

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The Rams miss Jalen Ramsey's big-play presence in the secondary, and it won't be surprising if they end their long first-round drought by looking for another stud corner. He may not be a household name just yet, but Mitchell's film shows a well-rounded player with all the tools to be a shutdown player in the NFL.

24. Buffalo Bills

Kamren Kinchens | S | Miami (FL)

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Helping Josh Allen with another playmaker is possible here, but the defense has more glaring needs, and this scenario allows the Bills to fill one of them with this year's top prospect at the position. Kinchens has the athleticism, instincts and range to be a three-down force on the back end for Buffalo.

25. Kansas City Chiefs

Xavier Legette | WR | South Carolina

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Patrick Mahomes desperately needs more playmakers in the passing game, as the Chiefs' offense has sputtered down the stretch. Legette's rare combination of size and speed jumps off the tape, and it won't be surprising if he flies up the board after dominating the NFL Scouting Combine. He'd be a big-play machine in Kansas City.

26. Dallas Cowboys

Graham Barton | OL | Duke

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Dallas could benefit from bolstering multiple positions along the offensive line, so why not spend a first-round pick on a prospect who can play all five positions up front? Most of Barton's college experience has been at tackle, but he's got the versatility to line up all along the offensive trenches and be an immediate starter.

27. Houston Texans (from CLE)

Brian Thomas Jr. | WR | LSU

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C.J. Stroud already has a strong wide receiver tandem with Nico Collins and Tank Dell, but you can never give your young franchise quarterback too many weapons. Thomas brings elite size and length to the table, with enough speed to challenge opposing defenses over the top, which would give this offense yet another dynamic playmaker.

28. Detroit Lions

Bralen Trice | EDGE | Washington

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The Lions already have one of the NFL's most dominant edge defenders in Aidan Hutchinson, but adding another impact player on the other side could help this defense take the next step. Trice is a well-rounded defender who can anchor against the run, and get after the passer with both speed and power.

29. Miami Dolphins

Patrick Paul | OT | Houston 

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Protecting Tua Tagovailoa has to be the top priority for Miami, and that could mean finding a potential successor for Terron Armstead at left tackle. Paul has a massive frame and the wingspan to match, bringing rare physical tools that give him as much upside as any prospect in this year's loaded offensive tackle class.

30. Philadelphia Eagles

Kalen King | CB | Penn State

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Philly needs to reload for the future with some young talent at corner, and this scenario gives them some solid options. King has all the mental and physical traits to be an immediate starter at the next level, and his combination of confidence and physicality would be a perfect fit in the Eagles' defense.

31. San Francisco 49ers

Tyler Guyton | OT | Oklahoma

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Monday night, the Ravens exposed the few holes the 49ers still have on their roster, particuarly along the offensive line. Right tackle is chief among them, and Guyton would be an ideal fit. His combination of size, length and agility that would mesh well with Kyle Shanahan's offense.

32. Baltimore Ravens

Cooper DeJean | DB | Iowa

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Much of Baltimore's dominance on defense comes from their ability to create chaos with versatile playmakers at every level. That would make DeJean a perfect addition, with his skill set that saw him line up all over the field for the Hawkeyes. Throw in added value in the return game, and you've got a potential steal.

SECOND ROUND

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33. Carolina Panthers

Adonai Mitchell | WR | Texas

34. Arizona Cardinals

Leonard Taylor III | DL | Miami (FL)

35. New England Patriots

Jordan Morgan | OT | Arizona

36. Washington Commanders

JT Tuimoloau | EDGE | Ohio State

37. Los Angeles Chargers

Denzel Burke | CB | Ohio State

38. Tennessee Titans

Ennis Rakestraw Jr. | CB | Missouri

39. New York Giants

J.J. McCarthy | QB | Michigan

40. Green Bay Packers (from NYJ)

Cooper Beebe | OL | Kansas State

41. Washington Commanders (from CHI)

Ja'Tavion Sanders | TE | Texas

42. Philadelphia Eagles (from NO)

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. | LB | Clemson

43. Green Bay Packers

Calen Bullock | S | USC

44. Las Vegas Raiders

Michael Penix Jr. | QB | Washington

45. New Orleans Saints (from DEN)

Xavier Worthy | WR | Texas

46. Minnesota Vikings

Jabbar Muhammad | CB | Washington

47. Atlanta Falcons

Bo Nix | QB | Oregon

48. Pittsburgh Steelers

Kamari Lassiter | CB | Georgia

49. Cincinnati Bengals

Emeka Egbuka | WR | Ohio State

50. Houston Texans

Maason Smith | DL | LSU

51. Indianapolis Colts

Tez Walker | WR | North Carolina

52. New York Giants (from SEA)

Troy Franklin | WR | Oregon

53. Jacksonville Jaguars

Chris Braswell | EDGE | Alabama

54. Los Angeles Rams

Kingsley Suamataia | OT | BYU

55. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tyler Nubin | S | Minnesota

56. Buffalo Bills

Ja'Lynn Polk | WR | Washington

57. Kansas City Chiefs

Ruke Orhorhoro | DL | Clemson

58. Cleveland Browns

Brandon Dorlus | DL | Oregon

59. Dallas Cowboys

Josh Newton | CB | TCU

60. Detroit Lions

T.J. Tampa | CB | Iowa State

61. Philadelphia Eagles

Malachi Corley | WR | Western Michigan

62. Miami Dolphins

T'Vondre Sweat | DL | Texas

63. San Francisco 49ers

Caelen Carson | CB | Wake Forest

64. Baltimore Ravens

Kris Jenkins | DL | Michigan

THIRD ROUND

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65. Carolina Panthers

Cade Stover | TE | Ohio State

66. Arizona Cardinals

Jack Sawyer | EDGE | Ohio State

67. Washington Commanders

Kiran Amegadjie | OT | Yale

68. New England Patriots

Ladd McConkey | WR | Georgia

69. Arizona Cardinals (from TEN)

Jackson Powers-Johnson | OL | Oregon

70. New York Giants

D.J. James | CB | Auburn

71. Los Angeles Chargers

Michael Hall Jr. | DL | Ohio State

72. Chicago Bears 

Brenden Rice | WR | USC

73. New York Jets

Javon Foster | OT | Missouri

74. Green Bay Packers

Jermaine Burton | WR | Alabama

75. Las Vegas Raiders

Mike Sainristil | CB | Michigan

76. Denver Broncos

Jason Marshall Jr. | CB | Florida

77. Detroit Lions (from MIN)

Johnny Wilson | WR | Florida State

78. Atlanta Falcons

Jonah Elliss | EDGE | Utah

79. Seattle Seahawks (from NO)

Edgerrin Cooper | LB | Texas A&M

80. Cincinnati Bengals

Tyleik Williams | DL | Ohio State

81. Arizona Cardinals (from HOU)

TreVeyon Henderson | RB | Ohio State

82. Pittsburgh Steelers

Sedrick Van Pran-Granger | OL | Georgia

83. Seattle Seahawks

Donovan Jackson | OL | Ohio State

84. Atlanta Falcons (from JAX)

Kamal Hadden | CB | Tennessee

85. Los Angeles Rams

Zion Tupuola-Fetui | EDGE | Washington

86. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Zach Frazier | OL | West Virginia

87. Indianapolis Colts

Javon Bullard | S | Georgia

88. Green Bay Packers (from BUF)

Trey Benson | RB | Florida State

89. Kansas City Chiefs

Jaheim Bell | TE | Florida State

90. Dallas Cowboys

Blake Corum | RB | Michigan

91. Cleveland Browns

Jalen McMillan | WR | Washington

92. Detroit Lions

Zak Zinter | OL | Michigan

93. Houston Texans (from PHI)

Kris Abrams-Draine | CB | Missouri

94. San Francisco 49ers

McKinnley Jackson | DL | Texas A&M

95. Baltimore Ravens

Christian Mahogany | OL | Boston College

*96. Jacksonville Jaguars

Max Melton | CB | Rutgers

*97. Philadelphia Eagles

Cole Bishop | S | Utah

*98. San Francisco 49ers

Christian Haynes | OL | Connecticut

*99. Buffalo Bills

Byron Murphy II | DL | Texas

*100. Washington Commanders (from SF)

Payton Wilson | LB | North Carolina State

*=projected compensatory selection