Top 5 Quarterbacks in the NFL Draft

With the 2024 NFL Draft just weeks away, the excitement and anticipation is building, especially when it comes to the top quarterbacks in the NFL Draft. The event is set for April 25 through 27 in Detroit, Michigan. Looking at this year's draft class, what stands out are those strong quarterbacks on the roster. So, let's get into the top five quarterbacks in the NFL Draft, some of whom are part of our earth-shaking draft predictions, too.

5. Bo Nix, Oregon

Bo Nix is one of the older guys in the draft at 24 years old, but that means he's developed and mature, which should help him hit the ground running. He might not go in the first 40 picks, but I see a team snagging Nix to be a solid backup quarterback. Considering all of the franchise quarterbacks who were out last season due to injuries, having a good backup quarterback is going to be of great importance to every NFL team.

4. Jayden Daniels, LSU

Jayden Daniels really honed his talents and skills as a quarterback in college and ended up with a Heisman season. He's certainly one of the most sought-ahead quarterbacks in the NFL Draft but doesn't have the arm talent of some of the guys higher on this list.

3. JJ McCarthy, Michigan

JJ McCarthy is the youngest quarterback in the batch of quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL Draft, at 21 years old. After Michigan won the National Championship and Jim Harbaugh decided to leave to coach in the Los Angeles Chargers, McCarthy decided that the time was now for him to head to the NFL. He'll likely be a first round pick but has some growing to do, so I don't see him starting out as a franchise quarterback. My recent guest on "The Squad with Anne Erickson," Benjamin Raven, thinks McCarthey will land with the Minnesota Vikings and take over as their franchise quarterback for the 2025 season.

2. Drake Maye, North Carolina

Drake Maye has a bit less experience than most of the names on this list, but it's obvious that he has strong physical abilities that could make him, down the road, a solid franchise quarterback. He's expected to go early in the draft.

1. Caleb Williams, USC

Really, both Caleb Williams and Drake Maye stand out as the top quarterbacks in the draft this year. But, Williams is the one who seems ready to step into a franchise quarterback role. He has an accurate throwing arm and is extremely agile on the field. He can also run and will likely be a mobile quarterback, which is a weapon these days. Listen to more commentary about all of these top quarterbacks in the NFL Draft via the podcast player below, and reach out to me with your thoughts.

Football is the kind of sport that isn't very forgiving when it comes to having time to turn things around. If a coach or staffers aren't working out in a very short period of time, fans and owners usually move on quickly. I get it. There is a lot at stake. But, that said, each year, several NFL teams end up looking very different from what they did the year prior. The upcoming 2024 season is shaping up to be one of those seasons. So, let's get into some NFL teams that will look very different in 2024.

Before I get into the list, I want to point out one of the main reasons why so many teams will look different in 2024 than they did in 2023. Lots of head coaches are changing. Believe it or not, the NFL is replacing a quarter of its head coaches in 2024. That's so wacky. But, it should make for some really exciting games coming up. I'm not one to wish away the spring and summer, but fall can't get here fast enough.

One team that I'm not including on this list, and one that might draw controversy, is the New England Patriots. They will be entering their first year without longstanding head coach Bill Belichick. So, why wouldn't they be a team that's going to look vastly different next season? Well, they're bringing on Jerod Mayo, who is totally in the family. He's been with the Patriots for years. Robert Kraft promoted the former Patriots star from within, much like former player Dan Campbell was given the head coaching role with the Detroit Lions. So, yeah, not too different, in my opinion.

Here are five NFL teams that will look vastly different in 2024. Which teams are you going to be watching next season? Hit us up on social media and let us know. Find the 2024 NFL schedule here.

The Seattle Seahawks are headed for a major makeover, especially when it comes to their defense. They've brought on Mike Macdonald, who is the former defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. Seattle's defense is going to improve greatly with him in charge, and they could look like a different team.

It's happening. Jim Harbaugh is back in the NFL. Why? He's very motivated to get a Super Bowl. He's fresh off a national championship win with the Wolverines, to boot. He also has a great quarterback in Justin Herbert. Other than Herbert, though, expect some big changes here.

For the Carolina Panthers, there's really nowhere to go but up. Now, the team has a new head coach (again) in Dave Canales. He's a great fit for them, but he has a lot of work to do. Expect major changes. He bring experience from his time with the Seattle Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Las Vegas Raiders let go of their coach, Josh McDaniels, before the season was even finished, because yes, things were that bad. Antonio Pierce was a bit of a hero and helped Las Vegas come back at the end of last season. He's now their new head coach, and he'll have to make a lot of changes to get this team to where they need to be.

The Washington Commanders have been hurting lately, so Dan Quinn to the rescue. He helped take the Falcons to Super Bowl 51, so he has experience. He's also working to make some big changes going into the next season, and yes, they will need them if they want to be competitive.

So, what teams will not look any different in 2024? It's a safe bet that the Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers will try to stay with what's been working for them. The Ravens will look different, with a new defensive coordinator. Also, the Eagles will look different this year, although they're keeping the core of their team, being their head coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts.