100 PLAYER 2024 NFL DRAFT BIG BOARD!
By: Hayden Shapiro
Yes, you read that right, 100 players. In this piece, I give in-depth analysis of my top 100 NFL Draft prospects. The good, the bad, and the ugly, it’s all here. Where do guys like Jayden Daniels and Chop Robinson rank? Both of those questions are answered here. What about safety/running back hybrid Sione Vaki? He’s here too. This took a lot of time and effort, so hit that follow button, grab some snacks, and enjoy. As always, if you like what you read, check out some more of my draft articles on my medium page, much love, stay cool, and without further ado, let’s get right into this thing. 100 Player Big Board for the 2024 NFL Draft starts with soon-to-be Chicago Bear, Caleb Williams.
1 Caleb Williams, QB USC
Williams is an incredibly talented quarterback prospect who possesses every tool needed to succeed at the next level. His skillset is very Mahomes-esc, and he should be the consensus number one player in this class. He throws from multiple arm slots, has pinpoint accuracy in tight windows, and extends plays better than any prospect I’ve ever seen. The college legend has superstar written all over him, even with the leadership and character questions. He has Chicago written all over him, a team he said he’d love to play for. They added Keenan Allen and hold two young tackles on their line, it just seems like a recipe for superstardom in Chicago and it all starts with the best player in the draft.
2 Marvin Harrison Jr, WR Ohio St
The body control, strong hands, and ability to bring down contested catches is where Harrison separates himself from the WR competition. He could very well be an all-pro player his rookie year and is primed for a record-breaking rookie season. Wherever he lands, he’s going to grab 100 balls and put himself on the map as a top wideout in the league.
3 Malik Nabers, WR LSU
Nabers is an aggressive pass-catcher who excels after the catch. His change of direction and ball-carrier vision are off the charts. His release is uncanny and the way he finds soft spots in zone coverage is special. The ex-Tiger is an A1 red zone threat who can also do damage underneath on short passes and screens.
4 Jayden Daniels, QB LSU
Athleticism, electricity, and leadership. Daniels’ Heisman campaign is going way under the radar because of the talent he was surrounded with, but this guy is legit. He throws one of the prettiest deep balls I’ve ever witnessed from a college signal-caller and his ability to use his legs just adds to his impressive resume.
5 Drake Maye, QB UNC
Maye’s got a really unique and dynamic skillset. He is sneaky athletic and has a bionic arm. He is so accurate over the middle and places the ball in spots where his receivers can make a play after the catch, almost anticipating where they will be. If Justin Herbert and Josh Allen had a kid, it would be Drake Maye. He just does everything well, no glaring weaknesses, but the ceiling may be capped sooner than the other two QB’s ahead of him on this list. With that being said, Maye is ready for the league and will be a very good player given his high IQ combined with the pre-snap recognition that he holds.
6 Rome Odunze, WR Washington
So patient and such a good person, Odunze is simply a guy you want on your team. His work ethic is unreal and his play on the gridiron backs it up. He can be used all over the field and provides a big frame for QB’s to throw to. Very much like Cooper Kupp, Odunze may not be the fastest or strongest, but his patience and overall smarts make him dangerous deep and underneath.
7 Dallas Turner, EDGE Alabama
An 83-inch wingspan makes Turner even more sought after in the draft. He uses his long arms to his advantage and is so determined to make the big play on every down. He is the best pure pass-rusher in this class, and in my opinion, the best defensive player overall. He seems to be involved on every single play, run or pass, and has a plethora of moves in his arsenal. He is going to be a double-digit sack guy every year for whoever drafts him.
8 Quinyon Mitchell, CB Toledo
Mitchell has proven people wrong time and time again. He has put aside the stigma of a small school player not deserving of a high pick and he’s done it quickly. The ball skills, speed, and instincts Mitchell has makes him the best corner in this class. He takes very calculated risks and has the quickness to get back into the play if he happens to be out of position. The Toledo product is low key and will be a true CB1 in the league very soon.
9 Joe Alt, OT Notre Dame
My opinion on Alt hasn’t changed since day one. His smooth footwork combined with his insane 6’9 frame makes him the best tackle in the class. He is going to be a surefire day one starter and will keep defenders out consistently in the league. He plays so elegantly which is crazy to say about someone this large.
10 Terrion Arnold, CB Alabama
Arnold is so physical at the LOS and uses his strength to knock wideouts off of their routes right as the ball is snapped. He is so sticky in man coverage and has the ball-skills of an NFL veteran. When talking about Arnold, you can’t ignore his character and leadership. He is simply a good human who was a phenomenal student and gives back to his community. He is one of those dudes you just want on your team not only because of his play on the field, but also the kind of person he is.
11 Brock Bowers, TE Georgia
Bowers is exceptional at making plays after the catch. He moves extremely well laterally and bounces off of tackles with ease. The Georgia product can block like Kittle and has hands like a wideout.
12 Jared Verse, EDGE Florida St
Jared Verse is the best run stopper in the class even though he lines up on the outside of the line. He’s a TFL monster who seems to make his way into the backfield on every single play. His strong arms and heavy hands add to his impressive toolbox full of different pass-rush moves.
13 Byron Murphy II, DT Texas
The combine, senior bowl, and CFP were stages that Murphy II needed to show out on; and he did just that. Murphy II is an absolute game-wrecker who plays with his tail end on fire, splitting double teams and stuffing inside runs with ease.
14 Brian Thomas Jr, WR LSU
Brian Thomas Jr is your prototypical X WR. He lines up on the outside on every down and has a very explosive release at the line of scrimmage. His 4.3–40 shoots him up my big board and his red zone prowess at LSU makes him an undeniably sought after prospect.
15 JC Latham, OT Alabama
Latham is a mammoth of a human being, yet he plays with such finesse and elegance. His footwork is impeccable, and he’s got extremely strong arms. The Tuscaloosa native is a polished pass blocker as well as a force in the run game. He also holds the positional versatility to kick into guard.
16 Olu Fashanu, OT Penn ST
Fashanu is great in the trenches, not allowing anyone to get out of his way in the run game. With that being said, Fashanu lacks the speed and quickness of the other top tackles, especially when pass-blocking.
17 Johnny Newton, DT Illinois
Much like Byron Murphy II, Newton plays extremely fast and recklessly. He excels at rushing the passer and splitting double teams, but needs to work on eating up blocks and stuffing the run. His large frame should allow him to improve in that area.
18 Taliese Fuaga, OT/G Oregon St
Fuaga is a physical specimen and plays like it. He runs over anybody and everybody in his way, paving the way for his running backs. Fuaga is very good at pushing defenders outside, allowing the tailback to follow him up the middle, a reason why I feel like he could succeed at guard as well.
19 Troy Fautanu, OT/G Washington
Fautanu is best fit inside in the NFL but possesses the versatility to play outside too. I like his strong base and feel that he could hold his own against most power rushers. The only thing that he lacks is some top end speed and lateral quickness, which affects his play against smaller + faster defenders. He didn’t allow one sack all year at Washington, a feat not completed by many.
20 Chop Robinson, EDGE Penn St
Chop’s combine was exceptional. He ran a sub-4.5–40 and tested out extremely well in drills. He looked so fluid and smooth in every movement he made. The main reason he sits at 20 on this big board is because of his freakish release off the LOS. He jumps the snap, quite frankly, better than anyone I’ve ever watched. His speed and power combo is dangerous.
21 Laiatu Latu, EDGE UCLA
Latu was one of my highest rated players in the beginning of the draft cycle, but his subpar combine performance and injury concerns lead to a fairly sizable fall. He is a pass rush technician with many moves in his arsenal but lacks the top-end speed and athleticism that the guys ahead of him have.
22 Nate Wiggins, CB Clemson
Wiggins is a lanky, fast corner who can be put on an island with no safety help. He’s not going to be beat over the top, but can get caught off guard on short routes and is often seen taking uncalculated risks. I like his game and potential, but his light frame and penalty issues are a glaring issue.
23 JJ McCarthy, QB Michigan
McCarthy is a proven winner; he’s done it at all levels. He is accurate over the middle and has shown glimpses of elite arm talent. He may be raw, but don’t be surprised if he’s taken in the top 10 because of the potential he has.
24 Amarius Mims, OT Georgia
Mims looked very smooth all throughout his collegiate career and he has the type of game that’ll translate well to the pros. He’s a hog mauler in the run game; brawling at the line of scrimmage and knocking over anyone in his way.
25 Edgerrin Cooper, LB Texas A&M
Cooper absolutely flies all over the field. He plays with his head up and makes big plays. The ex-Aggie is big enough to marl TE’s and is fast enough to cover RBs in the flats.
26 Cooper DeJean, DB Iowa
DeJean can take spaying all over the field to a new level. He can line up on the box, in the slot, or on the outside. He can also play safety. Being a very willing tackler and playing with his head on a swivel makes him one of the most sought-after prospects, despite injury concern.
27 Jackson Powers-Johnson, OC Oregon
JPJ is a phenomenal run blocker and a proven leader. He started all of his years in college and possesses the ability to be a pro center from day one.
28 Ladd McConkey, WR Georgia
Ladd McConkey can flat out make dudes miss. He is an unreal route runner who finds the soft spots in zones to get open. His post-catch speed and high football IQ leads to him being deserving of a first-round selection.
29 Xavier Worthy, WR Texas
Speed, speed, and some more speed. Worthy takes the top off of a define and can also be used in screens, even in the backfield. I love his game despite his small frame. Think of him like a gadget guy; and a great, electric return man.
30 Graham Barton, OG Duke
Barton’s got a strong base and heavy hands. He is a pure manimal in the run game and paves a big path for his backs. Needs to work on stopping quicker DTs, as he excels at preventing power rushers.
31 Adonai Mitchell, WR Texas
With a big frame and some legit speed, Mitchell appears to be on his way up on most boards. The reason he’s below his partner in crime in Xavier Worthy on this board is due to his inability to get open in close-quarters. He lacks top-end separation the other wideouts have, but nevertheless, Mitchell is a phenomenal prospect who’ll be an impact player in the red zone and down the field.
32 Darius Robinson, DL Mizzou
The main reason I really like Robinson is because he can line up legitimately anywhere on the line. He can be a rush DT or a 3–4 DE. His strong arms allow him to get into the backfield on quick runs or draws and he has the speed/quickness to rush the passer.
33 T’Vondre Sweat, DT Texas
Sweat is one of the most physically imposing beings of this class. He weighs 360 pounds but makes splitting double teams and bursting through the line look easy. I think he is going to be a great value pick; a guy who will eat up blockers and allow his teammates to get home on blitzes.
34 Michael Penix Jr, Washington
I’m higher on Penix Jr than lots of other people; so let’s talk about it. I think he has the arm strength to succeed in the league, but what really shines is his accuracy. He places the ball where only his receiver can get it. Injury concerns are there, but quite frankly I think the talent outweighs the concerns. He throws one of the prettiest balls I’ve ever seen; seriously, watch this dude’s 2024 CFP games, it’s unbelievable. I also love the fact that he’s a lefty, just because it makes his throws look that much cooler.
35 Kamari Lassiter, CB Georgia
A physical corner who jumps routes and is a more than willing tackler. He plays so much bigger than he is, even if he doesn’t have the top-end speed of the other DB’s. He hits so hard and is always a big play threat. He constantly breaks up plays in the flats and over the middle. Reminds me a lot of Devon Witherspoon, a dependable slot CB with a nose for the football and a knack for the home run play.
36 Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB Alabama
Maybe my biggest “wonder” of the class, injuries have derailed McKinstry’s pre-draft process. No combine, maybe no pro-day, and some questionable late season tape leads to a fall on this big board. He has shown glimpses of super-star talent, but it was two years ago. I have no donut that some NFL coaching and a training camp will get him back on track.
37 Tyler Guyton, OT Oklahoma
Maybe a little bit of a project, but this dude is legit. He tested out extremely well and can play either tackle spot. I like the idea of him sitting behind a vet and can 100% see him being a solid starter in the league a few years down the line. To the team that drafts him, be patient, because he has so much raw talent and great footwork, but clearly needs work in the run game.
38 Keon Coleman, WR Florida St
Coleman isn’t a guy with crazy speed or a nuts vertical, but he catches everything thrown his way. He’s a true possession WR, much like Keenan Allen or Rashod Bateman. He has extremely strong hands and is a great route runner.
39 Ennis Rakestraw Jr, CB Mizzou
Rakestraw Jr is a very physical corner who loves to play press-man coverage and excels at sticking to his wideout. He lacks top end speed but is fluid in his hip turns and possesses great ball skills. He also has the attitude you want from an NFL corner, some nastiness and bumping never hurt anyone.
40 Mohamed Kamara, EDGE Colorado St
Mo Kamara might be my favorite player in this class. He’s only 6’1, but he absolutely beats up on tackles and uses his smaller frame to his advantage. He has mastered the leverage game, dipping, ducking, and swimming through blockers. He was top five in pressures and pass-rush win rate across the country, along with being a true leader for the Colorado St defense.
41 Ricky Pearsall, WR Florida
Really quick release off the line and sharp routes. Pearsall is the definition of a slot wideout.
42 Roman Wilson, WR Michigan
Another speedy slot guy, Wilson creates a ridiculous amount of separation on his routes,
43 Bo Nix, QB Oregon
Nix is very accurate over the middle and steps up in the pocket with confidence. Lacks the athleticism and ability to extend plays that the top dogs have.
44 Kingsley Suamataia, OT BYU
Big frame and heavy hands. Could be a bit of a project, but has all the tools to build on his game.
45 Braden Fiske, DT Florida St
After an outstanding combine, Fiske catapults himself into my top 50. He is so quick for his size and is extremely strong. He splits double teams with ease and is a phenomenal arm tackler.
46 TJ Tampa, CB Iowa St
Tampa is long and strong. Very aggressive corner who excels in press-coverage. I love his game and the attitude he brings onto the field. Plays very much like Jaylon Johnson.
47 Payton Wilson, LB N.C. State
Wilson is an incredible athlete who produces tackle after tackle. Can use some work in pass coverage, but the guy is a stud.
48 Kam Kinchens, S Miami (FLA)
Kinchens reads the QB’s eyes from way down the field, and he does it extremely well. Sideline to sideline safety who can be left all alone up top.
49 Tyler Nubin, S Minnesota
Nubin is a hard-hitting safety who would benefit most by lining up in the box, ready for an outside run. He has the strength to take on opposing blockers one on one.
50 Zach Frazier, OC West Virginia
Insane pull-blocker whose feet move really fast for his size. Long arms that help him in the run game and a day one starter.
51 Mike Sainristil, NB Michigan
True team leader and a willing tackler. Lines up exclusively in the slot position and gives his all on every single down. Also, an awesome special teamer. Similar game to Kenny Moore.
52 Chris Braswell, EDGE Alabama
Power-rusher who uses bull-rush moves but lacks speed and cannot be dropped back into coverage.
53 Bralen Trice, EDGE Washington
Really big, versatile EDGE. Can play with his hand in the dirt or standing up, excels at rushing the QB and lacks speed to get to RBs.
54 Jordan Morgan, OT Arizona
Long, young, and twitchy. Definitely a bit raw, but has the potential to be a solid starting OT.
55 Patrick Paul, OT Houston
Very similar to Morgan, he is raw, but holds all the tools to succeed in the league. Really nice speed and footwork for his size.
56 Ja’Tavion Sanders, TE Texas
Very good after the catch, bounces off tacklers and can make defenders miss. Really needs improvement blocking and creating separation.
57 Ruke Orhorhoro, DT Clemson
Orhorhoro lit up the combine. He moved extremely well, looked so fluid in his drills, and showed off his deceptive strength + power. Really good pass rusher but can be beat up by bigger G’s and T’s.
58 Junior Colson, LB Michigan
Another lightning fast off-ball LB, Colson lacks the ideal size and weight, but makes up for it with his ability to guard anyone. He is great in pass coverage and shoots the gap very well.
59 Jeremiah Trotter Jr, LB Clemson
Trotter Jr is a thumper. He really lays the boom and shoots the gap extremely fast but struggles in pass coverage.
60 Marshawn Kneeland, EDGE Western Michigan
Kneeland had a really nice combine and put his name on the map. He is a powerful rusher who can line up anywhere on the line. For lack of better word, kind of a Walmart version of Darius Robinson.
61 Kris Jenkins, DT Michigan
Eats up blockers and allows his outside rushers to get home. Good at stopping the run, but really lacks pass-rush wins.
62 Spencer Rattler, QB South Carolina
Rattler could end up being the steal of the draft. He has shown glimpses of truly special talent, but turnovers and character issues led to a big drop off, not only in production, but also draft position.
63 Xavier Leggette, WR South Carolina
Big target who can line up anywhere. Very similar to former Gamecock, Deebo Samuel. Has drop issues but creates a lot of separation and is dangerous after the catch.
64 Jay’lynn Polk, WR Washington
Nice deep threat who needs some time to develop, but possesses some nice speed and a good release. May have been a product of superstardom in college, leading to more opportunities because of Odunze constantly being doubled.
65 Jaylen Wright, RB Tennessee
In a historically weak RB class, Wright is my RB1. He is fast and sees the field really well. Lacks production out of the backfield and can get caught off guard on blocking attempts.
66 Christian Haynes, OG UConn
Great pull-blocker who has really smooth footwork. Struggles in pass-pro but makes up for it in the run game. Can also play C.
67 Max Melton, CB Rutgers
Really strong, physical corner who is rarely caught off guard. He looked HUGE at the combine and put together a nice performance. Don’t be surprised if some teams have Melton in their top five at the corner position because he really has some under-the-radar talent.
68 Trey Benson, RB Florida St
Good pass catcher and can block. Uses his blockers well and has some really impressive tape. Just lacks the speed teams need from a top back.
69 Malachi Corley, WR Western Kentucky
Really electric player and a great special teamer. Needs some time but could end up starting in the league. Has some really impressive tape, but being at a school like Western Kentucky doesn’t help his case. Not because it’s a bad program, it just lacks the strength of schedule that the others have faced.
70 Blake Corum, Rb Michigan
North-South runner who excels at the goal line. Good in the trenches and short-yardage situations. Legendary career at Michigan and I could see it translating to the pros, just lacking the speed and agility of a surefire NFL back.
71 Michael Pratt, QB Tulane
Really good frame and arm strength. Accurate over the middle but is not good outside the numbers. Needs work but could be a very serviceable backup. Reminds me a lot of Davis Mills.
72 Renardo Green, CB Florida St
Extremely physical corner with great instincts. He’s quickly risen up my board after a stellar combine where he looked to be in great shape and interviewed really well, per sources.
73 Sedrick Van Pran, OC Georgia
Does everything well, but no real glaring strength. Needs to sit a year, but at his position, he could certainly be a nice value day two selection.
74 Jonah Eliss, EDGE Utah
Does not have ideal size or weight, but his speed makes up for it. Can get caught by stronger tackles, but if he gets into space, he’s going to get to the quarterback.
75 Brendan Rice, WR USC
Really strong, aggressive wideout who excels in contested catch situations. A great red zone threat, but really struggles creating separation and does not have the speed to make plays after the catch. Kind of like Mike Williams, he’s there to stretch the defense and be a big target in the end zone.
76 Ray Davis, RB Kentucky
Ray Davis has a great story and can be dangerous in the return game. Kentucky backs have been really good backups in the league (Benny Snell Jr), and I think Davis is capable of being just that.
77 Kris Abrams-Draine, CB Mizzou
Can be put on an island due to his really long arms. With that being said, he can be bullied by bigger wideouts and does not like to tackle. He was targeted A LOT in college, usually searching for the big play and can be caught taking too many risks.
78 Audric Estime, RB Notre Dame
Really, really strong runner who won’t be brought down by arm tackles. The speed is just not there and that worries me, but he can be a nice short yardage option.
79 Leonard Taylor III, DT Miami (FLA)
Interesting technique for such a big guy, Taylor III uses speed-rush moves to get home.
80 Malik Washington, WR UVA
Washington is a master at creating space for himself to do damage after the catch. I like his game and route running, but he lacks ideal size and speed.
81 Chau Smith-Wade, CB Washington St
Long arms and really good instincts. Struggles with sitting in zone coverage.
82 Caelon Carson, CB Wake Forest
This dude can fly, and he’s got a solid frame. I like his aggressive play-style, he excels in man coverage, but can get handsy and flagged for it.
83 Isaac Guerendo, RB Louisville
Guerendo had a fantastic combine, leading the RB group in nearly every category. I just wish there was some more on his tape. He can’t catch out of the backfield, but he’s a great north-south runner.
84 Mekhi Wingo, DT LSU
Takes on multiple blockers at once and allows for his EDGEs to get to the QB. Lacks ideal agility at his position, but that’s really not his job. He could be a nice NT in the league.
85 Joe Milton III, QB Tennessee
Insane arm strength. Makes throwing the ball 80 yards look simple, almost does it with the flick of a wrist. Not ideal accuracy and mobility, but this dude might have the craziest throw power/arm strength I’ve ever witnessed at a combine.
86 Luke McCaffrey, WR Rice
Crisp route runner and soft hands but lacks ideal speed. Nice possession wideout.
87 Kalen King, DB Penn St
King has shown some great things on tape, but he’s also shown some really poor tendencies. Last year, he may have been a day 2 pick, but staying in school may have not been the best route for him. He could be in position to move to safety, where he could showcase his tackling ability without having to man-cover, something he struggles with.
88 Daequon Hardy, NB Penn St
I absolutely love nickel-backs if you couldn’t tell. Hardy has a nose for the football and is a willing tackler. He ran a much better 40 than I expected, but can be bullied by larger wide receivers. He’s also a great special teamer.
89 Trey Knox, TE South Carolina
Nice, big target for QB’s. Good blocker, but really lacks in the speed department.
90 Troy Franklin, WR Oregon
Pure deep threat who can take the top off of a defense, but is not a good route runner at all and can have some drop issues. I’m much lower on Franklin than anyone else.
91 Adisa Isaac, EDGE Penn St
Fun speed-rusher who uses leverage very well. Can be pushed around by bigger OT’s.
92 Kiran Amegadjie, OT Yale
Big tackle with a great, strong base. Does not have ideal speed or quickness but is very coachable and could be a starter down the line.
93 Khyree Jackson, CB Oregon
A good combine shoots him up into my top 100. Jackson can run and he is great in zone, although he can get touchy at times, and he will be flagged for it.
94 Tez Walker, WR UNC
May have been a product of great QB play. Walker can run well, but really struggles over the middle and does not have great size, along with some drop issues.
95 Johnny Wilson, WR Florida St
Wilson is massive. He ran a decent 40, but his job isn’t to run fast. He’s got an insane wingspan and can reel in balls anywhere near his incredible frame. Not a great route runner.
96 Austin Booker, EDGE Kansas
I wanted a much better combine from Booker. He can rush with speed and power, but he did not look fluid in his drills and struggles with change of direction.
97 Jamari Thrash, WR Louisville
Long arms and soft hands, this guy may be a hidden gem. He does not have great route running ability and struggled to create separation underneath at Louisville.
98 Marist Liufau, LB Notre Dame
Really secure tackler and great at shooting the gap. Is he in here because his first name is Marist? Maybe. Anyways, he does not have great speed and really struggles in coverage.
99 Sione Vaki, S/RB Utah
He literally plays offense and defense. He’s a powerful runner with tree trunks for legs, and a great tackler in the flats on defense. Whichever he decides to play, I think can make an impact. He also can do damage on special teams. Vaki is really fun, and I had to include him on the list.
100 Jalyx Hunt, EDGE Houston Christian
Last but certainly not least is Jalyx Hunt. He is a quick and twitchy EDGE rusher who uses his speed to round tackles and force the QB to step up in the pocket. He is coming from an extremely non-competitive conference which worries me just because he wasn’t facing anyone near NFL talent. He did have a great combine though.
