In a recent 2024 NFL mock draft by Lance Zierlein of NFL Network, blockbuster trades involving the New York Giants and the Minnesota Vikings are predicted to shake up the upcoming draft.
Zierlein projects that the Giants will trade up to the No. 3 overall pick to select North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye. This move could potentially signal the end of Daniel Jones’ time as the team’s quarterback, as the Giants are willing to pay a premium to secure their future signal-caller.
On the other hand, the Vikings are also expected to make a move up in the draft to select Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy. However, they may face challenges in securing McCarthy if other teams prioritize quarterbacks early in the draft.
Both the Washington Commanders and the New England Patriots hold valuable picks and have leverage in potential trade negotiations. With high demand for quarterbacks in this draft class, teams like the Giants may have to pay a hefty price to secure their desired prospect.
McCarthy is ranked as the fourth-best quarterback in the draft class and is likely to be chosen within the top 10 picks, ahead of other prospects like Oregon’s Bo Nix. The Vikings will need to navigate the gap between supply and demand for quarterbacks to ensure they can secure their top choice in the draft.
Overall, Zierlein’s mock draft sets the stage for potentially game-changing trades that could alter the landscape of the NFL for years to come. Stay tuned as the draft approaches to see if these predictions come to fruition.
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