2024 NFL Draft Thread

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ChiefGritty

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Chicago, IL
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Battle89 said:
Agree though I think more of Nix than you do. Had the Bears done the trade-down thing to get more picks, he was the QB that I wanted in the 10-20 range.

Just sticking this receipt out here so that one of the two of us can pull it out next year! :LOL:
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Nix was ruthlessly efficient this year, but I've just seen that guy do so much dumb stuff for so many years in college football I can't imagine having franchise guy confidence in him.
 
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FlyNavy

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Los Angeles
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The Bears have a first round and two second round picks in the 2025 draft. If they want to get into this year's second round, they definitely have the means to do so. How about this trade, which would probably work as far as draft pick value:

Bears - 2025 1st round pick
for
Some other team in the early 2nd round - 2024 2nd round pick, 2025 2nd round pick

I would love this move, as the Bears would walk away with a first round defensive talent (there are quite a few still on the board) AND have three 2nd round picks in 2025.
 
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TentakilRex

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illini0440 said:
Johnny's injury is more of a concern for teams than originally thought.
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So the Dallas Cowboys are definitely looking at him in second round now!

There is a pattern of Cowboys use their on injury risks see Jaylon Smith.
 
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FlyNavy

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Los Angeles
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I checked some of the 2nd round mock drafts that came out today. Landing sports for Johnny:

Dane Brugler, The Athletic: #38 - Titans
Chris Trapasso, CBS Sports: #49 - Bengals
Matt Verderame, SI: #36 - Commanders
Lance Zierlein, NFL: #38 - Titans
Eric Froton, NBC Sports: #42 - Texans
John Kosko/Trevor Sikkema, PFF: #37 - Chargers
 
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TentakilRex

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The Cowboys Draft Show is wondering why Newton hasn't been picked....

Bobby Belt also confirmed 0440's post some teams don't like Newton's medical, but the lack of traits was bigger to him.
 
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TentakilRex

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I am scared of a competent Washington Commanders now lol.
 
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IlliniFaninHoosierLand

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Here's the NFL.com draft info on Johnny Newton:

Draft Projection
Rounds 1-2

NFL Comparison
Javon Hargrave

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Overview​

Active interior defender with the potential to build on his disruptive production in college. Newton’s size and length don’t stand out, but he has shown a consistent ability to gain extension and set edges against bigger opponents. Newton is clever in setting up blockers and then beating them with sudden hand usage and foot quickness as both a run defender and a pass rusher. He’s strong enough to hold the point, but he’s not going to overwhelm NFL guards with force or power. His skill level and athleticism should create additional playmaking opportunities for him as a three-down 3-technique with early starting potential.

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Strengths​

  • Compact and muscular with plenty of upper-body power.
  • Loose-limbed and athletic with ability to run the field like a big defensive end.
  • Able to press and set firm edges using either hand for either gap.
  • Agility and suddenness unlock slide-and-slap move to beat guards quickly.
  • Tape shows a player capable of rushing with purpose and a plan.
  • Outstanding instincts and timing for beating blocker’s edge.
  • Foot quickness creates mismatches for plodding pass protectors.
  • Edge to edge attacking mindset creates secondary pressures and sacks.

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Weaknesses​

  • Tends to catch rather than jolt blockers at initial contact.
  • Needs to tighten up his shed timing as a tackler.
  • Occasionally loses rush lane integrity when searching for pressure.
  • Shaky pad level prevents consistent pocket push as power rusher.
 
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pruman91

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Paducah, Ky
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Congrats to Mr. Newton going to the Commanders....a lot better place for him than the Falcons who picked right before the Commanders..

With D.C. getting a new QB 1 in Daniel's should be an exciting kickoff to Johnny's pro career.....
Good Luck Johnny...
 
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OrangeBlue98

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Des Moines, IA
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IlliniFaninHoosierLand said:
With the 40th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles select Cooper DeJean, CB, Iowa.
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Dammit-I was still hoping Green Bay could have found a way to use its draft capital to move up and snag him.

Really happy for Newton-he’s going into a good situation with the Commanders. He’ll be able to contribute right away while not shouldering the full load.
 
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