The 2024 NFL Draft Resumes with Second and Third Rounds in Detroit
The 2024 NFL draft continued with the second and third rounds taking place in Detroit, where teams had the opportunity to secure Day 1 starters and promising long-term prospects. With only three of the top 50 players remaining at the start of the night, the pressure was on for teams to make impactful selections.
USA TODAY Sports provided grades for every pick in both the second and third round, with several notable picks catching the eye of fans and analysts alike. The Buffalo Bills selected Keon Coleman, WR from Florida State, while the Los Angeles Chargers went for Ladd McConkey, WR from Georgia. The Atlanta Falcons made a bold move by trading up for Ruke Orhorhoro, DT from Clemson, and the Washington Commanders added depth to their defense with Johnny Newton, DT from Illinois.
Other notable picks included the New England Patriots choosing Ja’Lynn Polk, WR from Washington, the Tennessee Titans picking T’Vondre Sweat, DT from Texas, and the Green Bay Packers selecting Edgerrin Cooper, LB from Texas A&M. The Philadelphia Eagles added talent to their defense with Cooper DeJean, CB from Iowa, while the New Orleans Saints made a splash with Kool-Aid McKinstry.
The third round also saw some interesting selections, with the New York Jets picking Malachi Corley, WR from Western Kentucky, and the Baltimore Ravens adding depth to their offensive line with Roger Rosengarten, OT from Washington. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Roman Wilson, WR from Michigan, and the Philadelphia Eagles drafted Jalyx Hunt, OLB from Houston Christian.
Notable special compensatory selections included Payton Wilson, LB from North Carolina State, picked by the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Luke McCaffrey, WR from Rice, chosen by the Washington Commanders. With plenty of talent still available, fans are eagerly anticipating the final day of the 2024 NFL draft. Stay tuned for more updates on Forever Sports Online.
