2024 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1 – Picks 17-32

The Jaguars have a big weakness at cornerback. They were terrible versus the pass last year, so an upgrade at the position would obviously go a long way in fixing the problem.

Nate Wiggins is a tall cornerback with plus athleticism and quickness.

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The Bengals continue to have offensive line issues. Jonah Williams has left for the Cardinals and will need to be replaced.

J.C. Latham has the power to start at guard and athleticism to be a tackle.

Pick change; previously Olumuyiwa Fashanu, OT

Aaron Donald has retired, which is a bummer because the Rams had a great chance to make a Super Bowl run. Donald will obviously need to be replaced.

Byron Murphy has been impressive as both a run defender and a pass rusher. The only negative is that he lacks length.

The Steelers signed Mason Cole recently, but he turned out to be a bust. Cole was recently cut. Pittsburgh will be looking for a new center this offseason.

Jackson Powers-Johnson moved from the defensive to the offensive line, and he was a superb center in his final season.

The Dolphins lost plenty of edge-rushing talent this offseason. They’ll need to find someone else who can hound Josh Allen and Aaron Rodgers.

Laiatu Latu is a dangerous pass rusher with incredible athleticism and a strong frame. He could fall, however, due to injury concerns.

The Eagles always draft with long-term plans in mind, rather than focusing more on just the season ahead. With that in mind, a tackle makes sense at this pick because Lane Johnson turns 34 soon. He could regress or declare for retirement any year, so the Eagles may want to be prepared.

Amarius Mims has gotten lots of positive feedback from the scouting community. He has a tremendous skill set and lots of upside.

Pick change; previously Kamari Lassiter, CB

The Cardinals had a horrific secondary that couldn’t stop anyone last year. Major cornerback help is needed.

Quinyon Mitchell is raw, but he has incredible upside that could put him in the first round.

Dak Prescott needs more help. The Cowboys could stand to add a better No. 2 receiver to pair with CeeDee Lamb. They also need a new left tackle in the wake of Tyron Smith’s departure.

Troy Fautanu may have to move to guard because of length limitations.

The Packers traded Rasul Douglas, so they have a big hole at cornerback across from Jaire Alexander.

Cooper DeJean is an instinctive and versatile player.

The Buccaneers have some problems on their offensive line. They could draft a tackle and move Luke Goedeke inside, or they could put this prospect at guard.

Graham Barton is a very nasty run blocker. He may move to guard in the NFL.

Pick change; previously Amarius Mims, OT

The Cardinals have lost so much pass-rushing talent in recent years, so they’ll need to make a pick like this. Chop Robinson is a productive player, but has some size limitations.

Pick change; previously Quinyon Mitchell, CB

Buffalo sorely needed a second receiver because Gabe Davis just wasn’t cutting it most weeks. Davis is now gone, and so is Stefon Diggs.

Brian Thomas Jr. is a huge receiver with great athleticism and upside.

The Lions wanted Devon Witherspoon at No. 6, so perhaps they’ll obtain a cornerback with this pick.

Kool-Aid McKinstry was a rare freshman starter for Nick Saban. He has the size and athleticism to be an elite cornerback.

The Ravens could stand to bolster their guards. Lamar Jackson was the MVP when he had Marshal Yanda blocking for him.

Tyler Guyton is a massive tackle with great athelticism for someone his size.

The 49ers love adding talent to the defensive line. However, they need to improve their blocking as well. Finding a new right tackle who can eventually take Trent Williams’ spot seems like a smart move.

Jordan Morgan has superb length, size, strength, and quickness.

The Chiefs signed Marquise Brown, but they have nothing at receiver besides him and Rashee Rice, and now Rice is facing a potential lengthy suspension.

Adonai Mitchell has mismatch size and speed. He has huge upside.