2024 NFL Draft, Day 2 mock: Bills open Round 2 with WR Adonai Mitchell; Giants nab RB Jonathon Brooks

With Round 1 of the 2024 NFL Draft in the books, here’s a look at how Rounds 2 and 3 could play out on Friday in Detroit, beginning at 7 p.m. ET on NFL Network.

Pick
33

Buffalo Bills
(from CAR)

Adonai Mitchell
Texas · WR · Junior

Buffalo acquires a promising receiver prospect who has a high potential and exceptional attributes.

Pick
34

New England Patriots

Kool-Aid McKinstry
Alabama · CB · Junior

The Patriots bolster their defense by adding a sizeable and experienced cornerback, marking the end of McKinstry’s downfall. He is proficient in various coverage strategies.

Pick
35

Arizona Cardinals

Jackson Powers-Johnson
Oregon · C · Junior

The Cardinals need to strengthen their offensive line’s center. Powers-Johnson provides a robust, hefty choice for them.

Pick
36

Washington Commanders

Cooper DeJean
Iowa · DB · Junior

DeJean has the ability to play either cornerback or safety, and is known for his relentless tackling and strong instincts.

Pick
37

Los Angeles Chargers

Braden Fiske
Florida State · DT · Senior

Fiske is all gas and no brakes on every single snap, which is exactly what Jim Harbaugh is looking for.

Pick
38

Tennessee Titans

Jer'Zhan Newton
Illinois · DT · Senior

Newton enhances Tennessee’s pass rush from the interior defense.

Pick
39

Carolina Panthers
(from NYG)

Edgerrin Cooper
Texas A&M · LB · Senior

Cooper possesses outstanding speed and strong hitting power. This linebacker covers an extensive area and has the ability to keep an eye on athletic quarterbacks.

Pick
40

Washington Commanders
(from CHI)

Kingsley Suamataia
BYU · OT · Sophomore (RS)

In a desperate situation at the tackle position, Washington eagerly recruits this promising but inexperienced product from BYU.

Pick
41

Green Bay Packers
(from NYJ)

Junior Colson
Michigan · LB · Junior

Colson has a sheriff’s demeanor in the middle of the defense and should pair nicely with Quay Walker.

Pick
42

Houston Texans
(from MIN)

Mike Sainristil
Michigan · DB · Senior

Sainristil embodies the mindset that DeMeco Ryans appreciates in defense, with his aggressive support in running and competitive spirit in coverage.

Pick
43

Atlanta Falcons

Ennis Rakestraw Jr.
Missouri · CB · Junior (RS)

Atlanta secures secondary assistance with a physical corner from Missouri who enjoys crowding and annoying wide receivers.

Pick
44

Las Vegas Raiders

Patrick Paul
Houston · OT · Senior

If Paul can learn to properly time his 36 1/4 inch arms, some of the longest in the entire draft, he could potentially be a longstanding starter for the Raiders.

Pick
45

New Orleans Saints
(from DEN)

Ladd McConkey
Georgia · WR · Junior (RS)

McConkey is very hard to cover in man-to-man, and even when covered, he rarely drops on-target throws.

Pick
46

Indianapolis Colts

Roman Wilson
Michigan · WR · Senior

Wilson provides another field-stretching option — one who also can work across all areas of the field — for second-year QB Anthony Richardson.

Pick
47

New York Giants
(from SEA)

Jonathon Brooks
Texas · RB · Sophomore (RS)

After losing Saquon Barkley to the rival Eagles in free agency, the Giants add this talented Texas runner who is on the mend from an ACL tear last November.

Pick
48

Jacksonville Jaguars

Chris Braswell
Alabama · Edge · Junior (RS)

Braswell offers essential depth in pass-rush with the potential to assume a starting role in the near future.

Pick
49

Cincinnati Bengals

Troy Franklin
Oregon · WR · Junior

Franklin’s game is similar to that of Tee Higgins, making him a natural fit if/when Higgins departs.

Pick
50

Philadelphia Eagles
(from NO)

Jalyx Hunt
Houston Christian University · Edge · Senior

Hunt, a traits-based edge rusher from a small school, won’t be overlooked by the Eagles, who have a preference for height, weight, length, and speed.

Pick
51

Pittsburgh Steelers

Keon Coleman
Florida State · WR · Junior

Coleman is a large, reliable possession receiver capable of stepping in and managing challenging catches over the first two levels.

Pick
52

Los Angeles Rams

Javon Bullard
Georgia · S · Junior

Bullard’s ability to play in the slot or on the back end provides the Rams with the flexibility to position him as needed.

Pick
53

Philadelphia Eagles

Tyler Nubin
Minnesota · S · Senior

Nubin could possibly be the draft’s most instinctive safety and is likely to quickly become a favorite among fans.

Pick
54

Cleveland Browns

Ruke Orhorhoro
Clemson · DT · Senior

Orhorhoro didn’t step up his game in 2023 following a commendable 2022 performance, though his strength and talent are clearly evident in the footage.

Pick
55

Miami Dolphins

Kris Jenkins
Michigan · DT · Junior (RS)

Jenkins’ game is somewhat similar to Christian Wilkins‘, which could help soften the blow of the stud defensive tackle’s departure in free agency.

Pick
56

Dallas Cowboys

Zach Frazier
West Virginia · C · Senior

Dallas is desperately in need of a center. Fortunately, Frazier remains available to fill the starting position.

Pick
57

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Kamari Lassiter
Georgia · DB · Junior

Lassiter may not be the quickest cornerback, but he compensates with his toughness and tenacity, demonstrating versatility in both man and zone play, whether on the inside or outside.

Pick
58

Green Bay Packers

Andru Phillips
Kentucky · DB · Senior

Phillips, a name that has been heating up in the past month or so, is the exact kind of nickel corner that could excel in the scheme of new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley.

Pick
59

Houston Texans

Michael Hall Jr.
Ohio State · DT · Sophomore (RS)

Hall, being one of the most dynamic interior pass rushers in the draft, may be considered undersized. Therefore, his potential may be best utilized in creating disruption within subpackages.

Pick
60

Buffalo Bills

Jaden Hicks
Washington State · S · Sophomore (RS)

After the breakup of longtime safety duo Jordan Poyer (signed with Miami) and Micah Hyde (currently a free agent), the Bills dive into the draft pool to find a player at the position with size and instincts to challenge throws and make plays.

Pick
61

Detroit Lions

Marshawn Kneeland
Western Michigan · Edge · Senior

Kneeland is a dynamic pass rusher with an excellent knack for reaching the edge and successfully rounding the corner.

Pick
62

Baltimore Ravens

Blake Fisher
Notre Dame · OT · Sophomore (RS)

Fisher is a skilled tackle who possesses the athleticism and potential to play on either the left or right side throughout his career.

Pick
63

San Francisco 49ers

Roger Rosengarten
Washington · OT · Junior (RS)

Thanks to his toughness and ability to adapt to zone-scheme rush attacks, Rosengarten has consistently improved his standing during the draft process.

Pick
64

Kansas City Chiefs

Kiran Amegadjie
Yale · OT · Junior

Amegadjie would have been a sure-fire second-rounder if he’d been healthy during the pre-draft process. Brett Veach and Andy Reid recognize his upside and get a potential steal at No. 64.

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