Bucky Brooks 2024 NFL mock draft 4.0: DT Byron Murphy II is first defender taken; Bengals select WR

The Bears are all in on the spectacular playmaker from USC. Williams has been the odds-on favorite to land in Chicago since the beginning of the process. General manager Ryan Poles makes it official on Thursday evening.

Despite a reportedly bumpy start to their relationship, the Commanders and Daniels come together at No. 2, with the reigning Heisman Trophy winner bringing plenty of excitement to the nation’s capital.

Eliot Wolf picks the quarterback who has the ideal size, athleticism, and arm talent. Despite Maye’s inconsistent last season at North Carolina, the Patriots are not deterred and they choose to put their trust in the 21-year-old.

The silky smooth pass catcher is the WR1 Kyler Murray needs to take the Cardinals’ offense to another level.

The commitment of Jim Harbaugh to the running game may prioritize the offensive line in the draft. The Chargers’ new coach values the toughness and tenacity of a technician like Alt in his frontline players.

If the Giants remain committed to quarterback Daniel Jones, they must add more explosive playmakers to the lineup with big-play potential. Nabers is a catch-and-run specialist who can score from anywhere on the field.

The sturdy edge blocker contributes an element of grit and resilience to a front that aims to intimidate opponents at the point of confrontation.

Newly appointed head coach Raheem Morris brings in a dynamic interior defender to boost the Falcons’ pass rush.

As a physical playmaker with a high IQ and positional flexibility, Odunze is a perfect complement to veteran studs DJ Moore and Keenan Allen in the receiving corps. Caleb Williams has quite the arsenal to work with.

Operating in win-now mode with Aaron Rodgers at age 40, the Jets snag a big-bodied pass catcher with the capacity to dominate the middle of the field.

Kevin O’Connell acquires his quarterback without having to make a blockbuster trade move up the board. McCarthy, who thrived in a managerial role at Michigan, has the potential to develop into a pro-level playmaker.

Sean Payton is fundamentally reconstructing the Broncos, and a top-notch pass rusher is a crucial requirement. Verse, an active quarterback chaser, possesses the capability to accumulate sacks in the NFL in double figures.

Strengthening the offensive line is crucial for a team aiming to dominate in the trenches. Latham is an aggressive force at the point of attack, with the size, strength, and power to thrive as a powerhouse on the flanks.

The Saints must upgrade their bookend protection to help Derek Carr flourish as a passer. Fashanu is a work in progress, especially as a run blocker, but his natural talent and tools could help him develop into an elite player down the road.

General Manager Chris Ballard prioritizes drafting skillful prospects who possess ideal characteristics and athleticism. Mitchell stands out as the most uniquely talented cover corner in the draft, demonstrating a dynamic play style that aligns with his exceptional abilities.

The highly adaptable blocker is reuniting with his former college offensive coordinator, now Seahawks OC Ryan Grubb. This provides Seattle with a ready-to-use option for various positions.

The Jaguars could enhance their ability to compete with the improving offenses in the AFC South by incorporating a cover corner with a high IQ and positional versatility.

Thomas is an athletic playmaker with the size, speed and ball skills to thrive as a WR3 playing alongside Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

The Rams could use more juice off the edge to help replace the sack production lost via Aaron Donald‘s retirement.

The exceptionally large edge blocker, standing at 6-foot-7 3/4 and weighing 340 pounds, with 36 1/8-inch arms and 11 1/4-inch hands, could assist the Steelers in dominating the line of scrimmage. This would be particularly beneficial as they shift towards a run-oriented strategy under the guidance of their new offensive coordinator, Arthur Smith.

Enhancing the line could assist the Dolphins in improving an offense that had difficulties against robust defensive fronts in the previous season.

The Eagles need to add a corner who can handle man-to-man matchups against the opponent’s No. 1 wide receiver, now that Vic Fangio has taken over as defensive coordinator.

Brian Flores’ assertive strategy could be greatly enhanced by a dynamic defender with explosive abilities on the edge. Among this year’s draft class, Latu stands out as the most refined pass rusher, possessing a game style perfectly suited for the NFL.

Barton offers versatility with his ability to play five positions, which could allow the Cowboys to reorganize their offensive line. They could deploy the top five blockers with Barton’s potential to be a versatile starter in several positions.

After bringing in a new defensive coordinator (Jeff Hafley) and high-priced safety (Xavier McKinney), Green Bay adds another big defensive piece in DeJean, who supplies athleticism and versatility to the rotation. The Iowa standout is a Swiss Army Knife with the instincts and ball skills to thrive in a “see ball, get ball” system.

Todd Bowles finds it hard to ignore a dynamic defender with exceptional speed, agility, and explosiveness. Even though Robinson didn’t record significant statistics as a pass rusher at Penn State, he has the skills that recruiters seek in top-tier pass rushers.

Adding a disruptive pass rusher is a top priority for the Cardinals. Robinson provides inside/outside versatility with a game that could see him evolve into a Cam Jordan-like playmaker at the point of attack.

Despite bringing DaQuan Jones back on a two-year deal, the Bills need to plan for the future on the defensive interior. Newton is a versatile one-gap penetrator with a nonstop motor and exceptional first-step quickness.

The Lions need to improve their secondary to counteract the best quarterbacks in the NFC. McKinstry, with his exceptional instincts, awareness, and ball skills, is an excellent bump-and-run corner.

General manager Eric DeCosta needs to address the edges with Morgan Moses traded away and Ronnie Stanley struggling with injuries. Guyton is an intriguing option as a potential Day 1 starter at right tackle, yet he has enough athleticism to eventually make a move to the left side of the line.

With Trent Williams entering the twilight of his career, the 49ers have to find an eventual replacement on the edge. Morgan is a sound blocker at the point of attack with diverse skills that could enable him to play on either side of the offensive line.

The loss of L’Jarius Sneed could prompt the Chiefs to seek CB help at the bottom of Round 1. Rakestraw is a rock-solid cover corner with superb tackling skills.