Prepping for the 2024 NFL Draft: A Viewer’s Guide to Understanding Each Team Needs

As the 2024 NFL Draft approaches, fans across the globe gear up for what promises to be another exhilarating showcase of young football talent stepping into the professional arena. While the excitement is palpable, diving deeper into the needs and strategies of each team can significantly enhance your viewing experience. The draft is slated for April 25-27 at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza in Detroit, Michigan.

• First round: Thursday, April 25 at 8PM EST
• Rounds 2-3: Friday, April 26 at 7PM EST
• Rounds 4-7: Saturday, April 27 at 12PM EST

Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding what each team needs, ensuring you’re well-prepared for draft day.

1st Round Order & Team Needs

1. Chicago (from Carolina)

• Team Needs: QB, WR, EDGE, IOL

2. Washington

• Team Needs: QB, EDGE, OT, CB

3. New England

• Team Needs: QB, WR, OT, TE

4. Arizona

• Team Needs: WR, EDGE, CB, DL

5. Los Angeles Chargers

• Team Needs: WR, OT, TE, CB

6. New York Giants

• Team Needs: WR, QB, OT, IOL

7. Tennessee

• Team Needs: OT, WR, CB, EDGE

8. Atlanta

• Team Needs: EDGE, QB, WR, CB

9. Chicago

• Team Needs: QB, WR, EDGE, IOL

10. New York Jets

• Team Needs: OT, TE, WR, S

11. Minnesota

• Team Needs: QB, EDGE, CB, DL

12. Denver

• Team Needs: QB, EDGE, CB, DL

13. Las Vegas

• Team Needs: CB, OT, QB, DL

14. New Orleans

• Team Needs: OT, EDGE, WR, DL

15. Indianapolis

• Team Needs: CB, WR, TE, EDGE

16. Seattle

• Team Needs: EDGE, DL, OT, IOL

17. Jacksonville

• Team Needs: CB, WR, EDGE, OT

18. Cincinnati

• Team Needs: OT, WR, DL, TE

19. Los Angeles Rams

• Team Needs: CB, EDGE, OT, DL

20. Pittsburgh

• Team Needs: CB, OT, IOL, WR

21. Miami

• Team Needs: OT, IOL, DL, EDGE

22. Philadelphia

• Team Needs: CB, WR, OT, EDGE

23. Minnesota (from Cleveland through Houston)

• Team Needs: QB, EDGE, CB, DL

24. Dallas

• Team Needs: OT, IOL, CB, WR

25. Green Bay

• Team Needs: CB, OT, S, IOL

26. Tampa Bay

• Team Needs: EDGE, WR, CB, IOL

27. Arizona (from Houston)

• Team Needs: WR, EDGE, CB, DL

28. Buffalo

• Team Needs: WR, EDGE, DL, CB

29. Detroit

• Team Needs: CB, EDGE, DL, IOL

30. Baltimore

• Team Needs: WR, OT, EDGE, CB

31. San Francisco

• Team Needs: OT, CB, IOL, EDGE

32. Kansas City

• Team Needs: WR, OT, CB, DL

2nd Round Order

33. Carolina
34. New England
35. Arizona
36. Washington
37. Los Angeles Chargers
38. Tennessee
39. Carolina (from New York Giants)
40. Washington (from Chicago)
41. Green Bay (from New York Jets)
42. Houston (from Minnesota)
43. Atlanta
44. Las Vegas
45. New Orleans (from Denver)
46. Indianapolis
47. New York Giants (from Seattle)
48. Jacksonville
49. Cincinnati
50. Philadelphia (from New Orleans)
51. Pittsburgh
52. Los Angeles Rams
53. Philadelphia
54. Cleveland
55. Miami
56. Dallas
57. Tampa Bay
58. Green Bay
59. Houston
60. Buffalo
61. Detroit
62. Baltimore
63. San Francisco
64. Kansas City

3rd Round Order

65. Carolina
66. Arizona
67. Washington
68. New England
69. Los Angeles Chargers
70. New York Giants
71. Arizona (from Tennessee)
72. New York Jets
73. Detroit (from Minnesota)
74. Atlanta
75. Chicago
76. Denver
77. Las Vegas
78. Washington (from Seattle)
79. Atlanta (from Jacksonville)
80. Cincinnati
81. Seattle (from New Orleans through Denver)
82. Indianapolis
83. Los Angeles Rams
84. Pittsburgh
85. Cleveland
86. Houston (from Philadelphia)
87. Dallas
88. Green Bay
89. Tampa Bay
90. Arizona (from Houston)
91. Green Bay (from Buffalo)
92. Tampa Bay (from Detroit)
93. Baltimore
94. San Francisco
95. Kansas City
96. Jacksonville
97. Cincinnati
98. Pittsburgh (from Philadelphia)
99. Los Angeles Rams
100. Washington (from San Francisco)

Conclusion

Prepping for the 2024 NFL Draft as a viewer is about merging the thrill of speculation with the depth of understanding. Thus, dissecting team needs, staying updated on free agency impacts, and delving into player evaluations, you’re setting the stage for an informed and engaging draft experience. So grab your notepad, fire up your favorite analysis, and get ready for a draft day like no other.

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