2024 NFL Mock Draft: Round 3

The Panthers don’t have much talent at running back, as Chuba Hubbard can easily be upgraded.

Jonathon Brooks is a tough runner with plus receiving ability.

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Cornerback is a huge issue for the Cardinals, so they may address the position twice in the early rounds.

T.J. Tampa is a big cornerback with plus size and length.

The Redskins should find an upgrade over Logan Thomas sometime soon. They signed Zach Ertz, but he’s only a short-term solution.

Ja’Tavion Sanders has mismatch athleticism and speed.

The Patriots have massive pass-protection issues that they must address.

Blake Fisher played right tackle at Notre Dame, but probably would have been on the blind side if it weren’t for Joe Alt. He’s athletic enough to play left tackle.

The Chargers have obvious needs at receiver they must address.

Roman Wilson has plus speed and quickness, and he’s a quality route-runner.

Pick change; previously Dominick Puni, OT

The Giants need to develop a young quarterback behind Daniel Jones, given Jones’ constant incompetence.

Spencer Rattler has big-time upside with plus arm strength and athleticism, but has erratic decision-making.

The Cardinals need to continue acquiring pieces to help their dreadful secondary.

Tyler Nubin is a big safety who is physical and instinctive.

The Jets don’t have much at receiver outside of Garrett Wilson, so they’ll have to find help at the position.

Brenden Rice is a polished route-runner with nice size.

Pick change; previously Roman Wilson, WR

Here’s another cornerback for the Lions, who really need to address their secondary.

Nehemiah Pritchett is coming off a down year, but has enough talent to rebound and become a starter.

The Falcons have a stud safety in Jessie Bates, but they need some other help at the position.

Kamren Kinchens has great instincts and ball skills.

Pick change; previously T.J. Tampa, CB

The Bears signed Kevin Byard, but he’s just a short-term option.

Calen Bullock is an instinctive player who makes splash plays.

The Broncos have been looking into running backs, which isn’t surprising, given Javonte Williams’ injury history.

Jaylen Wright has plus quickness and decent receiving ability.

As great as the Raiders defense was this past season, they still struggled versus outside receivers.

Mike Sainristill made many clutch plays during the championship run.

The Redskins lost two talented pass rushers last year, so they’ll need to find someone else who can rush the quarterback.

Austin Booker needs to bulk up for the NFL, but has some positive edge-rushing ability.

The Falcons could stand to add an upgrade in the interior of their offensive line.

Zak Zinter is a steady pass protector and a stellar run blocker.

The Bengals have a weak secondary, so they’re expected to draft a cornerback in the first three rounds.

Max Melton is a terrific athlete who is incredibly fast that receivers can’t outrun him.

Seattle’s interior offensive line is a mess. Some stability is needed.

Sedrick Van Pran is solid in both run blocking and pass protection.

The Colts could use another linebacker to compensate for Shaq Leonard’s departure.

Tommy Eichenberg is a stout run defender. The pass coverage is promising, but still a bit of a question mark.

The Rams added some cornerback talent this offseason, but they could still use another player at the position.

Calean Carson has plus speed, size, and movement skills.

The Steelers could spend a mid-round pick on an edge rusher as an insurance policy for T.J. Watt getting hurt again.

Jonah Elliss had a tremendous ’23 season rushing the passer. He’s undersized, so he’ll be a rotational edge player.

Pick change; previously Payton Wilson, LB

Joel Bitonio is usually a great guard, but he turns 33 in October and didn’t have his best year in 2023.

Javion Cohen is a strong interior lineman with plenty of power.

The Texans need to bolster their weak secondary.

Jaylin Simpson is a very instinctive safety, but he needs to bulk up.

Pick change; previously Ro Torrence, CB

Leighton Vander Esch can’t stay healthy, which is why one team removed him from their draft board several years ago.

Cedric Gray was one of the top linebackers in college football last year.

A.J. Dillon was horrible as a replacement for Aaron Jones this past season. The Packers need a better No. 2 running back behind Josh Jacobs.

Blake Corum runs with great strength and balance.

The Buccaneers have a weak interior offensive line that must be upgraded.

Christian Haynes has some size limitations for the NFL.

Pick change; previously Elijah Jones, CB

The Cardinals could use another pass rusher to beat the 49ers.

Bralen Trice has been a great pass rusher for Washington. He has big upside.

The Packers have been weak against the run for quite some time.

Justin Eboigbe is limited athletically, but was very productive at Alabama.

Both of Tampa’s receivers 30-plus or nearing that age bracket, so some young eventual replacements are needed.

Johnny Wilson is a massive receiver who might have to become a tight end in the NFL.

The Ravens will have to replace Patrick Queen, who signed with the Steelers this offseason.

Marist Liufau is an extremely athletic and fast linebacker.

The 49ers could double up on defensive linemen to make sure they generate as much of an interior pass rush as possible for the next time they battle Patrick Mahomes.

Adisa Isaac is a good run defender with a plus frame. His pass rushing needs to improve.

Andy Reid loves bolstering the offensive line, so no one should be surprised if he spends two early picks on the area.

Christian Mahogany was solid at Boston College, but faces some limitations for the NFL.

The Jaguars signed Gabe Davis, but it sounds like they’re still interested in adding one more receiver to the mix.

Some members of the media have Tez Walker projected in the first round, but some teams have him in the middle rounds because of separation question marks.

The Bengals will be looking for a receiver early on, given that Tee Higgins may leave soon.

Jermaine Burton didn’t produce at Georgia, but bad quarterback play hurt him.

Pick change; previously Xavier Weaver, WR

The Steelers were thin at receiver even before trading away Diontae Johnson.

The younger brother of Christian McCaffrey was highly productive at Rice last year.

Aaron Donald has retired, so the Rams will need even more defensive line help.

DeWayne Carter is a stout run defender who flashed some pass-rushing upside.

Here’s more offensive line help for the Redskins, who need to make sure their new quarterback is protected.

Julian Pearl is a versatile, athletic blocker.