2024 NFL Mock Draft: Broncos Trade Up for Unexpected Quarterback Selection
In the latest 2024 NFL mock draft from CBS Sports, several teams in need of a quarterback find themselves outside the top 10 picks. These teams must consider trading up if they hope to secure one of the top prospects at the quarterback position. In this scenario, the Denver Broncos make a bold move, trading up to the No. 7 pick to select a new franchise quarterback. However, the surprising choice isn’t LSU’s Jayden Daniels, who is still available, but rather Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy. According to Tom Fornelli of CBS Sports, Denver aims to acquire McCarthy, citing his athleticism, strong arm, versatility in throwing from different angles, and quick progression reading as qualities that suit the team’s needs, particularly under coach Sean Payton’s direction.
While fit plays a significant role in a quarterback’s success at the professional level, many observers may question the decision to trade up for McCarthy over Daniels, considering Daniels’ talent, production, and potential. The Atlanta Falcons emerge as beneficiaries of this trade, as they now have the opportunity to select Daniels with the subsequent pick, potentially bolstering an already dynamic offense with explosive talents like Drake London, Bijan Robinson, and Kyle Pitts.
With four quarterbacks taken in the top 10, the rest of the first round in this mock draft doesn’t feature any more signal-callers, leaving prospects like Washington’s Michael Penix Jr. and Oregon’s Bo Nix to wait until Day 2 to hear their names called.
