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A look at some of the top college players who are expected to be selected early in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft.
With college football players increasingly choosing to not leave school early because of NIL, the quality of players in the NFL draft is taking a hit.
Chargers
Joe Alt, the Chargers’ first pick in the NFL draft, comes from a family of athletes. His father was a two-time Pro Bow player and his brother played in the NHL.
Chargers new GM Joe Hortiz says, “The whole, ‘It’s a fair trade. It’s a wash,’ I don’t think that’s a trade that we’re interested in.â€
The Chargers had nine picks in the 2024 NFL draft, picking five offensive players and four defenders. They began by taking Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt.
With the fifth pick of the NFL draft in Detroit, the Chargers are in great position to trade down for extra picks and still fill their needs in Round 1.
Reporters who cover their teams on a daily basis predict how the first round of the 2024 NFL draft will unfold in The Times’ beat writers’ mock draft.
Rams
The Rams traded veteran cornerback Tre’Davious White and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick to Baltimore for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.
USC Sports
Caleb Williams’ unique style and emotional responses have spurred misconceptions. His top moments at USC reveal a clearer picture of the quarterback.
Former USC quarterback Caleb Williams is expected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft. How many other former Trojans have had their names called first?