Okay here it is. My final mock draft with a twist. Not only do we have the 2024 draft class available to choose from, but also the current 2025, 26, 27, 28, etc. classes to choose from (only knock is it is all of them CURRENTLY so you have the option to choose one of these for upside but they may be 17 years old). In addition to this we also have retired NFL players to choose from, also at their current state, so you would be choosing a 46 year old Tom Brady for example. Everyone NOT currently on an NFL team is up for grabs. Other professional athletes, celebrities, random people you know, all of it.
How much does this change the draft? Is Caleb Williams still the 1.1? How many new prospects will show up that aren’t in this 2024 draft class? Let’s get into it.
1.1 : Las Vegas Raiders (via Chicago Bears) – QB: Tom Brady (Retirement)
Madness begins early. Despite constant debate over who the 1.1 pick would be between the 46-year-old Tom Brady or young star Caleb Williams, the Las Vegas Raiders decide to shock the world and trade up to get the guy they want in a historic trade package consisting of 2 first round picks (24,25) , a ’25 second, and a ‘26 fifth round pick. With speculation of Devontae Adams growing unhappy with the quarterback play in Vegas, the front office decides to give him the greatest to ever do it. Despite his older age, the Raiders know what they are getting with Brady in a proven winner as they look to flip their success around.
1.2 : Washington Commanders – QB: Caleb Williams (USC)
It’s a dream come true for the Commanders. Williams is the most hyped-up QB prospect the league has had in years and Washington is drooling over the fact that he is available at 2. Several teams offer significant trade packages to move up but Washington denies all as they think he is the answer to their prayers.
1.3: New England Patriots – QB: Shedur Sanders (Colorado)
Just as everyone suspected, 3 quarterbacks fly off the board to start the draft. While Sanders initially declared his return to Colorado under his father Deion, he instead gets drafted to a rebuilding New England roster. Sanders is a mobile and electrifying quarterback that will look to make the most of a struggling roster for a franchise that demands excellence.
1.4: Arizona Cardinals – WR: Marvin Harrison Jr. (Ohio State)
This seems like it is just meant to be at this point, as most believed the Cardinals would have taken Harrison Jr. even before the draft pool was expanded. They still do so here in a step towards providing Kyler Murray with some weapons to prove he is the player they believe him to be. Harrison Jr. is a generational talent and will be in instant game-changer for Arizona.
1.5: Los Angeles Chargers – CB: Bronny James (USC)
Two USC products taken in the top 5. Bronny James has recently announced he would be hitting the transfer portal as well as testing the waters for the NBA Draft. However, he will take neither of these routes as the Chargers will select him with their 5th pick. Bronny is a surprising pick here but the Chargers are hopeful this will turn into a 2-for-1 and his father, the much more talented, LeBron James will sign with the team as well as he has hinted towards playing a season with Bronny. The Chargers just have to hope LeBron is not drafted by another team, or else this high-risk pick becomes a failure pretty quickly.
1.6: New York Giants – QB: Jayden Daniels (LSU)
In a quarterback LOADED class, Jayden Daniels is going to be the 4th QB off the board and the 6th player taken overall to the Giants. For a team struggling to find their identity in the New York Giants, they choose to pivot from Daniel Jones and select Jayden Daniels. Whether or not Daniels will spend a season or two off the bench to learn from Jones is unclear, however Daniels is another promising QB whose game should translate nicely to the NFL with his experience at the college level.
1.7: Tennessee Titans – CB: Travis Hunter (Colorado)
Hunter has flashed dominance in his coverage ability, with talent to play the wide-receiver position (which may be needed). For a Titans roster with lots of uncertainty, Hunter should put a jumpstart to the team, along with an active team offseason, through his athleticism and feel for the game. Tennessee is ecstatic with this pick.
1.8: Atlanta Falcons – DT: Aaron Donald (Retirement)
After a successful free agency of bringing in their new Quarterback, Atlanta is able to look into improving different positions as they look to move into contention for a Super Bowl. Aaron joins a much-improved team and an already reliable defense to give them what may be one of the top defenses in the league. Donald’s recently announced retirement is put on hold as he is called to be a powerful force for these young Atlanta Falcons.
1.9: Chicago Bears (via Las Vegas Raiders) – QB: Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets)
The 2x (soon to be 3x) NBA MVP is called to switch leagues, as the best passing big-man in the history of basketball will hope this skill can translate to the football field. As a true 7 footer, Jokic will tower over opposing defenses to find a revamped Chicago wide receiver room on the field, in the newly acquired Keenan Allen joining the proven D.J. Moore. Chicago traded down knowing Nikola could be available with this pick and hope he will end the dry-spell of unsuccessful Chicago QB’s.
1.10: New York Jets – WR: Malik Nabers (LSU)
The second wide receiver taken off the board and the second LSU tiger. Nabers finished his collegiate career as the LSU all-time career leader for yards and receptions. With an explosive first step and elite route running, the gap between him and Marvin Harrison jr. is not as wide as some would think. He adds to the upgraded receiver core for the Jets, joining Garrett Wilson and the recently acquired Mike Williams.
1.11: Minnesota Vikings – QB: Carson Beck (Georgia)
The quarterbacks of the future will continue to fly off the board early as the Vikings will get a pocket passer for their elite receivers in Carson Beck. Beck has great ball placement and can really spin the ball. He comes into a well-established offense and could be an effective rookie very early.
1.12: Denver Broncos – QB: Arch Manning (Texas)
An electrifying pick. Whether it is to pay homage to their greatest QB in franchise history, Peyton Manning, or because they believe in the high ceiling of the young Arch Manning, Denver selects Arch with the 12th overall pick. Even though he hasn’t started a college football game yet, Denver believes Arch will live up to the Manning name and be their star quarterback for years to come, even if it takes a couple years to get the hang of it with his young age. Surely he is already better than the recently acquired Zach Wilson and Arch will look to eventually lead the Broncos to their first Super Bowl win since his uncle did it in 2016. Hopefully he will look better than their new uniforms.
1.13: Chicago Bears (via Las Vegas Raiders) – DE: Mykel Williams (Georgia)
Chicago will also go the route of a younger player in hopes they can grow into a star in Mykel Williams. The class of 2026, 6’5, 265lb Defensive End has put up 4.5 sacks in both seasons as a young Geoegia Bulldog, along with 44 total tackles in his career. Although young, Williams should be an instant game wrecker for the defense. The Bears look improved from top to bottom with Williams and Jokic holding down both sides of the field for the distant future.
1.14: New Orleans Saints- TE: LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)
The Saints surprise some with this pick, as they select the 38 year old basketball legend LeBron James. The Chargers are in shambles as they were hoping he would not even get drafted and follow his son to LA, but the Saints will select him here. As the Saints are proven to love versatile tight ends that can also play Quarterback or running back, the Saints will look for LeBron to be Taysom Hill on steroids (metaphorically of course). LeBron has elite vision and IQ along with great passing ability. If Carr continues to disappoint, don’t be surprised if The King switches over to Quarterback full time.
1.15: Indianapolis Colts – DT: Roman Reigns (WWE)
Did you know this guy actually played in the NFL for a year? The Georgia Tech standout originally went on to play for the Minnesota Vikings and Jacksonville Jaguars before leaving the NFL to join the WWE. One of the greatest What If’s of all time will be answered as the Tribal Chief will make his way back to the league. As he recently lost his WWE World Championship Title, maybe a change is what Reigns needs to clear his mind. He can body the offensive line and spear Quarterbacks for sacks with his finishing move. Acknowledge Him!
1.16: Seattle Seahawks – QB: Drake Maye (UNC)
Drake Maye, who was originally thought to be a top-3 pick in this draft before the expanded pool, falls down to the 16th pick. While the Seahawks are still questioning how long Geno Smith will be their starting quarterback, Drake Maye is a perfect project pick to sit the bench for a year or two and learn from Geno. Maye has strong upside with a large frame and rocket arm. He will look to work on his consistency at the professional level and could end up being a great pick down the road for Seattle.
1.17: Jacksonville Jaguars – WR: Usain Bolt (Jamaica)
The Jacksonville Jaguars let Calvin Ridley walk so Usain Bolt could run. Bolt will immediately take the place of the recently lost receiver Calvin Ridley and play a very similar role to what he did. Usain Bolt will use his speed to torch defenders and make an impact right away. Bolt has the upside to be the steal of the draft, being the fastest man in the world and towering corners, standing at 6’5. Bolt could be the weapon Trevor Lawrence needed to make the jump people have been waiting for in becoming one of the league’s top passers.
1.18: Cincinnati Bengals – WR: Giannis Antetekonoumonoumonokoumpo (Milwaukee Bucks)
Back-to-back WR’s will be taken as the Bengals look to add depth to the Wide Receiver position as speculations rise of Tee Higgins being traded/walking at the end of the season, and Tyler Boyd still yet to make a free agency decision regarding his return. Giannis’s play style resembles Tee Higgins as a lanky receiver able to reach over defenders for contested catches. This will give the Bengals a crutch for their receiver worries and another great piece for their young core.
1.19: Los Angeles Rams – K: Lionel Messi (Argentina)
In a shocking pick, the Rams make history in drafting a kicker higher than any in the history of the draft, the greatest to ever kick a ball, Lionel Messi. Messi puts the Rams in field goal range sooner than any other team with his cannon of a leg with ultimate accuracy. Messi will also handle all kicking including kickoffs and punts and serve as a special teams legend.
1.20: Pittsburgh Steelers – WR: Zachariah Branch (USC)
The third player to come off the board from USC is Branch. The Steelers are shooting for eventual upside here as Branch just finished his freshman year. Despite the young age, Branch was a First-Team All-American and one of the fastest receivers in the game. In a struggling Pittsburgh receiver room, Branch should make for another weapon to throw the ball to for either Russell Wilson or Justin Fields.
1.21: Miami Dolphins – DT – Zion Williamson (New Orleans Pelicans)
With Christian Wilkins heading to Las Vegas, the Dolphins will look to fill the DT position and will take Zion Williamson. Zion is extremely large and can move the O Line as easily and quickly as he does gumbo into his mouth. A sure-fire pick. Could be quite the steal for a man who may currently be playing the wrong sport in basketball.
1.22: Philadelphia Eagles – RB: Blaze Ingram – Tampa Elementary School
I know you have seen this kid’s highlights. He is the fastest 10 year old of all time. While this will for sure be a pick for the future, the Eagles will take Blaze in hopes they can sign him on a few cheap deals until he is old enough to play in 10 years. Who knows if they will even need a running back at this point, but the upside is there.
1.23: Houston Texans – DE: JJ Watt (NFL Today)
JJ is coming back. The 3x DPOY is returning to Houston, who is now contending for a Super Bowl for one last run at a Super Bowl. Houston will look past age and make this selection to go all-in on their current roster.
1.24: Dallas Cowboys – S: Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
The Cowboys will use their pick within the state of Texas, pulling Wemby from the Spurs. Wembanyama was the #1 pick in last years NBA Draft and is known for his alien-like features, being 7’4 but able to move quickly like a guard. The Cowboys will hope this translates to football as his quickness and length would allow him to cover an unreal amount of space on the field.
1.26: Green Bay Packers – DE: Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers)
Embiid is one of the largest humans in professional sports, and a defensive monster. All of this mixed with surprisingly great footwork for his size is the recipe for a guy you do not want to go against as an offensive lineman. Embiid will help the Packers defensive line and be a force to be reckoned with from the start.
1.26: Tampa Bay Buccaneers – TE: Baby Gronk (Frisco Pre School/Kindergarten)
If Baby Gronk’s ability to play tight end at the next next next next level is anything like his ability to rizz up Livvy Dunne, this is a home run pick. Baby Gronk is only 8 years old but his dad has hyped him up enough to have the nation on watch for what is surely a future hall-o-fame career. The Bucs are the first team to not pass up on the chances of Baby Gronk being all he says he is, and take him 26th. After he completes elementary school, we will get a good idea on how dominant he can really be when he is able to start playing tackle football for his Middle School.
1.27: Arizona Cardinals – WR: Rome Odunze (Washington)
After drafting Marvin Harrison Jr. with the 4th overall pick, the Cardinals will now pair him with another top wide receiver prospect in Rome Odunze to instantly put them as one of the most exciting young receiver duos in the league. The NFL has never had 2 of the top 3 rookie WR’s go to one team before, but with the pool available, Arizona takes the risk and will instantly rely on their youth to produce right away.
1.28: Buffalo Bills – WR: Jerry Rice (Retirement Home)
As Buffalo took a beating this free agency, losing their top two receivers, they will look to replace them right away as they see themselves as contenders still with Josh Allen as their quarterback. Although Rice is 20 years removed from the league, he is the best receiver in NFL history and Josh Allen will bank on him still having something left in the tank.
1.29: Detroit Lions – C: Steven Adams (Houston Rockets)
This NBA Center is one of the biggest, most intimidating forces in the league. Adams is known for sticking up for and protecting his teammates, a trait that is needed for a center and any offensive lineman. Adams paired with Penei Sewell should give Jared Goff all the time he could ever ask for in the pocket to get the ball out cleanly to his weapons.
1.30: Baltimore Ravens – OT: Joe Alt (Notre Dame)
Alt is the best offensive lineman in the current 2024 draft class and a predicted top 10 pick. With the expanded pool, the Notre Dame prospect will fall to the end of the first round, giving Baltimore a steal taking him at 30. For a team that loves to run the ball, Alt will make a difference early in creating paths and protecting his star quarterback Lamar Jackson.
1.31: San Fransisco 49ers – LS: Taylor Swift (Kansas City)
She isn’t actually a long snapper. She actually isn’t even playing. This is all a rouse in order to pry Heer Majesty away from Travis Kelce and the Super Bowl winning Chiefs. The 49ers were so close last year. They think destroying the Chiefs from the inside is more doable than building their roster enough to put them over Mahomes and company. We will stay tuned to see if T-Swift pulls an Eli Manning and refuses to join the team. This pick most certainly creates some drama and jersey sales sky-rocket as the Swifties turn their fandom from KS to SF.
1.32: Kansas City Chiefs – WR: Henry Ruggs (Prison)
Speaking of Kansas City, while their team does not have too many weaknesses, their wide receiver room is the weakest position group of this team. They take a proven receiver in Henry Ruggs despite him being in prison as they have shown not to care about their receivers recklessly driving. Boom. Roasted.
