2024 NFL Draft: Pick-by-pick analysis for Day 3, Rounds 6-7 (2024)

Published: Apr 27, 2024 at 04:21 PM

Eric Edholm

Lead Draft Writer

Pick

177

Minnesota Vikings

(from CAR through JAC)

Walter Rouse

Oklahoma · OT

Rouse's run blocking is ahead of his pass protection, but the Sooners trusted him at left tackle more than former five-star recruit Cayden Green last year. Rouse has good experience at that spot and boasts ideal length, but he really hasn't played anywhere but left tackle and is a bit clunky in space.

Pick

178

Pittsburgh Steelers

(from ARI through CAR)

Logan Lee

Iowa · DT

Lee is a gifted athlete with a workmanlike, drama-free attitude. But what's his best position? Lee might be best used as a 5-technique where he can occupy tackles and open up playmaking opportunities for others as long as his so-so arm length doesn't hinder him.

Pick

179

Seattle Seahawks

(from WAS)

Sataoa Laumea

Utah · OG

Laumea has played right tackle and right guard and is a quality run blocker with nice athletic traits -- although, he has subpar length. A full-time move inside might be in the cards to protect him vs. quality pass rushers.

Pick

180

New England Patriots

Marcellas Dial

South Carolina · CB

Dial has decent length and has gotten his hands on a lot of passes the past three years, and he has a chance to make it as a jack of all trades in the secondary, with experience at multiple spots.

Pick

181

Los Angeles Chargers

Kimani Vidal

Troy · RB

I'm a bit surprised the Chargers didn't take a back before this, but Vidal has a chance to join the RB rotation for Jim Harbaugh. Vidal's profile reads similarly to Blake Corum, so it's easy to see why Harbaugh might view him favorably.

Pick

182

Tennessee Titans

(from TEN through PHI)

Jha'Quan Jackson

Tulane · WR

It felt like Jackson was among the leaders in Senior Bowl practice receptions. Interestingly, I felt he was underused at Tulane, as Jackson has good quickness to uncover and make people miss as a smaller-framed slot receiver. He and teammate Tyjae Spears are reunited in Nashville.

Pick

183

New York Giants

Darius Muasau

UCLA · LB

Muasau reminded me a bit of former Vikings LB Kentrell Brothers, a short but stout hitter and playmaker around the line of scrimmage whose coverage deficiencies are a bit worrisome.

Pick

184

Miami Dolphins

(from CHI)

Malik Washington

Virginia · WR

He wasn't going to be for every team because of his smaller frame, but in my opinion, Washington should have been drafted prior to this. His speed makes him a perfect fit in Miami, as Washington could be an ideal fourth or fifth receiver and return threat.

Pick

185

Philadelphia Eagles

(from NYJ)

TRADE

Johnny Wilson

Florida State · WR

On the opposite end of the spectrum height-wise from Malik Washington is Wilson, who will immediately be among the tallest receivers in the NFL at 6-foot-7. He's sort of a TE-WR tweener, lacking the speed of a wideout and the strength for a tight end, but you may call him a weapon -- possibly in the red zone.

Pick

186

Atlanta Falcons

(from MIN through ARI)

TRADE

Jase McClellan

Alabama · RB

McClellan is a power back who runs with great toughness and exercises great ball security, fumbling only once in college on nearly 400 touches. But he's a one-dimensional runner on a team pretty loaded at running back.

Pick

187

Atlanta Falcons

Casey Washington

Illinois · WR

A strong pro day helped solidify Washington as a draft pick. He looks like a solid, reliable possession receiver with natural route-running skills, but he's not special at any one thing.

Pick

188

Houston Texans

(from LV through NE, MIN)

Jamal Hill

Oregon · LB

Speaking of pro days, Hill ran a 4.45-second 40-yard dash at his -- at 216 pounds. That lack of bulk likely makes him a nickel backer only on defense; he was never really a full-time starter in college.

Pick

189

Detroit Lions

(from DEN through LAR, BUF, HOU)

Mekhi Wingo

LSU · DT

Wingo is an undersized 3-technique with so-so career production, but I did not expect him to be available this late. His intangibles are strong, and he was rotated quite heavily at LSU, as well as having to endure nearly constant coaching changes there. He could surprise for sure as a rotational contributor.

Pick

191

Arizona Cardinals

(from IND)

TRADE

Tejhaun Palmer

UAB · WR

Palmer's length and speed could allow him to be more productive in the NFL than in college. He has big-play ability, but he's been a late bloomer.

Pick

192

Seattle Seahawks

DJ James

Auburn · CB

James was thought to be a third- to fifth-round prospect, even with his size limitations, so the value here is strong. He's most known for allowing the fourth-and-31 reception to Alabama, but James can play in this league.

Pick

193

New England Patriots

(from JAC)

Joe Milton III

Tennessee · QB

Milton's bazooka arm figured to make him a late-round flier, but I didn't have him landing in New England after the Patriots took Drake Maye with the third overall pick. Some teams have toyed with the idea of turning Milton into a Logan Thomas-like TE conversion.

Pick

194

Cincinnati Bengals

Tanner McLachlan

Arizona · TE

McLachlan has come a long way as a player from his Southern Utah days, making himself into an NFL draft pick. He's not big for the position but has the length and enough speed to be a pass-catching candidate.

Pick

195

Pittsburgh Steelers

Ryan Watts

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Texas · CB

Watts has the length to be tried as a zone corner for the Steelers, or he could be tried at safety, where Watts took reps at the East-West Shrine Bowl. He's a height-weight-speed prospect whose future home isn't clear.

Pick

196

Los Angeles Rams

Tyler Davis

Clemson · DT

The Rams clearly are throwing numbers at the defensive line, hoping that a slew of young depth can overcome the loss of Aaron Donald. Davis is a respected team captain who made his mark at Clemson and might be able to overcome his physical shortcomings to enter the DT rotation.

Pick

197

Atlanta Falcons

(from CLE)

Zion Logue

Georgia · DT

Logue was a flash player for the two-time champion Bulldogs, often stuck behind a ton of talent in Athens. His length is outstanding, even if his production (1.5 sacks in 50-plus college games) isn't.

Pick

198

Miami Dolphins

Patrick McMorris

California · S

McMorris opened eyes a few years ago with a four-INT season at San Diego State and finished with a solid final year at Cal, but his average traits could always hold him back from starting duty.

Pick

199

New Orleans Saints

(from PHI)

Khristian Boyd

Northern Iowa · DT

He's not a great playmaker, but Boyd's mass and bull-like strength could give him a chance to be an early-down nose tackle. He's tough and reliable with good stamina.

Pick

200

Carolina Panthers

(from DAL through HOU, BUF)

TRADE

Jaden Crumedy

Mississippi State · DT

Being 300-plus pounds and running a sub-5.0 40-yard dash gets you drafted. Crumedy doesn't have sterling production, but his maturity and experience should give him an edge in a fight for a roster spot in Carolina.

Pick

201

Indianapolis Colts

(from TB through DET, PHI)

Micah Abraham

Marshall · CB

Abraham has NFL bloodlines and outstanding production in college, not to mention nice athletic traits. He's yet another undersized nickel CB type, of which there are plenty in this class, but Abraham might be an ideal practice-squad candidate in Indy.

Pick

202

Green Bay Packers

Travis Glover

Georgia State · OT

Glover is a typecast developmental OT prospect with so-so movement skills but ideal length and grip strength. He flashed some real finishing ability, albeit vs. a lower level of competition.

Pick

203

Minnesota Vikings

(from HOU through CLE, DEN, NYJ)

TRADE

Will Reichard

Alabama · K

Our second specialist. Reichard is extremely accurate from 50 yards in, and he delivered a clutch 52-yarder in the Rose Bowl. With the new kickoff rules, Reichard's lack of booming leg strength might not be a problem, and playing more than half his games indoors also helps.

Pick

204

Buffalo Bills

Tylan Grable

UCF · OT

He's a converted Jacksonville State tight end who became a solid left tackle the past two years at UCF. Grable is a quality athlete with great length and potential to be groomed at center, even if he's still learning how to play O-line.

Pick

205

Houston Texans

(from DET)

Jawhar Jordan

Louisville · RB

Jordan is a former sprinter who didn't run as well at the combine as many hoped he would. His smaller frame likely limits his ability to handle a significant load, but he's a quality change-up back for Houston's zone-run scheme.

Pick

206

Cleveland Browns

(from BAL)

Nathaniel Watson

Mississippi State · LB

Watson has better short-area quickness and reaction skills than his range. His off-field issues and age limited his appeal, but Watson will have a chance if he stays focused.

Pick

207

Seattle Seahawks

(from SF through DEN)

Michael Jerrell

Findlay · OT

Jerrell has sneaky-good athleticism worth developing, but he's going to need time to adjust with the big jump in competition from what he faced at Findlay College. He also might lack the length to play outside.

Pick

208

Las Vegas Raiders

(from KC)

Dylan Laube

New Hampshire · RB

Laube become something of a folk hero at the Senior Bowl, charming fans with his personality, elusiveness and pass-catching prowess. He had 295 yards receiving against Central Michigan alone this year and legitimately could emerge as a third-down weapon in the pass game.

Pick

209

Los Angeles Rams

Joshua Karty

Stanford · K

Here come the kickers. Karty really improved his accuracy over his final two years and has legitimate range out to the high 50s. He has a chance to be the best kicker in this class, and the Rams badly need consistency at the spot.

Pick

210

Detroit Lions

(from PHI)

TRADE

Christian Mahogany

Boston College · OG

Mahogany's tape is hilarious, watching him dispatch defenders left and right, even if that overzealous style can get him in trouble at times. He needs refinement but will land with one of the best OL coaches in the NFL and was just outside my top 100 prospects. The Lions' strong draft continues.

Pick

211

Kansas City Chiefs

(from SF)

TRADE

Kamal Hadden

Tennessee · DB

The Chiefs have made inroads with their later-round DB picks in recent years and could have another sleeper in Hadden, if his health or lack of deep speed don't hold him back. He played well last season for the Vols when called on.

Pick

212

Jacksonville Jaguars

Cam Little

Arkansas · K

Our third kicker in a short span here. Little arguably has the best leg talent of the three and can hit all the way out to the 60-plus-yard range. But his inconsistencies (including at the combine) could make him a bit untrustworthy if he struggles in late-game situations.

Pick

213

Los Angeles Rams

Jordan Whittington

Texas · WR

A classic Les Snead pick, Whittington never was featured at Texas, largely because of injury and a position switch from running back, but he's a playmaker with the determination and skill to make it. He's a fun developmental player.

Pick

214

Cincinnati Bengals

Cedric Johnson

Mississippi · Edge

Johnson is a tricky eval because he's never taken a huge step forward in his development, but he was a program favorite for his toughness and work ethic. He has enough rush skill to receive a shot.

Pick

215

San Francisco 49ers

Jarrett Kingston

USC · OG

He's played everywhere but center at Washington State and USC, with the irony being that his short frame might force a move to center in the NFL. An ideal practice squad candidate.

Pick

216

Dallas Cowboys

Ryan Flournoy

Southeast Missouri State · WR

Flournoy was surprisingly present at the Senior Bowl, besting several bigger-school corners and consistently catching short and intermediate passes. His speed might be undersold, but Flournoy might be close to maxed out as a prospect.

Pick

217

Los Angeles Rams

Beaux Limmer

Arkansas · C

Limmer was overwhelmed a few times when matched with Texas' massive T'Vondre Sweat in Senior Bowl one-on-ones, but Limmer is tough-minded, competitive and might be better than a few centers who were drafted before him.

Pick

218

Baltimore Ravens

(from NYJ)

Devin Leary

Kentucky · QB

I suppose if there's a Brock Purdy-esque candidate in this class, it's Leary. I didn't love his tape last season, and he might have peaked as a sophom*ore (sound familiar?). His arm talent gives him a chance, but Leary needs to be more accurate on throws most NFL QBs make consistently.

Pick

219

Buffalo Bills

(from GB)

TRADE

Daequan Hardy

Penn State · CB

His return skills might be what keeps him in the league, as Hardy lacks the mass and strength to hold up full time on defense, but sub-4.4 speed is always appealing in a DB.

Pick

220

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Elijah Klein

Texas-El Paso · OG

With 55 college starts and good length, Klein has a chance to make it in Tampa. He's stiff and might be an inside-only blocker, however.

Pick

221

Buffalo Bills

(from CAR through TEN, KC)

TRADE

Travis Clayton

OT

The Brit, who is 6-foot-7 and 301 pounds with 35-inch arms, ran a 4.81-second 40-yard dash at South Florida's pro day and immediately put himself on scouts' radars late in the process. He's a total project but might be a terrific find with some seasoning, thanks to those unusual athletic traits.

Pick

222

Washington Commanders

Javontae Jean-Baptiste

Notre Dame · Edge

An ideal camp-competition pick, JJB is a middling athlete with some stiffness, but he showed improvement as a super senior and ran back a blocked kick for a touchdown last season.

Pick

223

Las Vegas Raiders

(from NE)

Trey Taylor

Air Force · S

Air Force has landed a few players in the draft the past few years after a long absence, and Taylor could make it either as a box safety or a special teams contributor.

Pick

224

Cincinnati Bengals

(from ARI through HOU)

Daijahn Anthony

Mississippi · S

Anthony worked his way up from Shepherd College to Liberty and then to Ole Miss, where he earned a starting role in his fifth college season. He's not a top-tier athlete but is highly aggressive with football instincts to make his impact felt.

Pick

225

Los Angeles Chargers

Brenden Rice

USC · WR

Jerry Rice's son and Caleb Williams' go-to guy figured to go a few rounds higher than this, but it's possible scouts felt there was more development needed in his game. With the Chargers, there are WR jobs open for Rice to make the roster early on.

Pick

226

Arizona Cardinals

(from NYG)

Jaden Davis

Miami · DB

With one career interception (back in 2019), Davis lacks great playmaking ability, and his size certainly limits his role. But Davis can run (4.44 -second 40-yard dash) and is experienced.

Pick

227

Cleveland Browns

(from TEN)

Myles Harden

South Dakota · CB

He competed against Mizzou's Luther Burden in the season opener a year ago, with his only INT from last season in that game. Harden isn't a blazer but could be a nice fit in Cleveland.

Pick

228

Baltimore Ravens

(from NYJ)

Nick Samac

Michigan State · C

A leg injury hurt his chances to boost his stock leading up to the draft. Samac struggles with quick interior rushers but can be a boss in the run game.

Pick

229

Las Vegas Raiders

(from MIN)

M.J. Devonshire

Pittsburgh · CB

Devonshire is a fast, tough competitor with size limitations. He was never a full-time starter in college but had strong ball production the past two years.

Pick

230

Minnesota Vikings

(from ATL through CLE, ARI)

Michael Jurgens

Wake Forest · C

Jurgens probably has to make it as a center, lacking ideal power or movement skill. He's a bump-and-steer center who wins as much with his mind as with his physical gifts.

Pick

231

New England Patriots

(from CHI)

Jaheim Bell

Florida State · TE

Bell was a versatile enough athlete that he played running back at South Carolina because of injuries, but his best chance to make it in the league is as a "move" tight end with his smaller frame.

Pick

232

Minnesota Vikings

(from DEN through SF, HOU)

Levi Drake Rodriguez

Texas A&M-Commerce · DT

He was playing at Southwestern Assemblies of God two years ago, so the leap in competition he'll face in the NFL will be significant. But his feisty, violent play style makes him intriguing.

Pick

233

Dallas Cowboys

(from LV)

Nathan Thomas

Louisiana-Lafayette · OT

Thomas was a high school tight end who has successfully shifted to left tackle in college, which is probably where he'll be tried in the NFL. He's an unrefined product but has enough upside to invest in here.

Pick

234

Indianapolis Colts

Jonah Laulu

Oklahoma · DT

Laulu might need a year of adding strength and mass, but his length and twitchy athleticism are plus qualities.

Pick

235

Denver Broncos

(from SEA)

TRADE

Devaughn Vele

Utah · WR

The 26-year-old Vele spent two years on an LDS mission, making him one of the older prospects in this class. But he's 6-foot-4 with long arms and sub-4.5 speed and jumping ability, making him a developmental jump-ball target.

Pick

236

Jacksonville Jaguars

Myles Cole

Texas Tech · DE

Finding the right technique for Cole will be key, as he lacks the bulk to handle full-time interior duty, but his unusual traits (especially his length) make him a fun Round 7 dice roll.

Pick

237

Cincinnati Bengals

Matt Lee

Miami · C

Lee moves really well, able to reach the second level with ease, but he likely won't hold up against top-tier power.

Pick

238

Houston Texans

(from NO)

Solomon Byrd

USC · Edge

The former Wyoming standout had a strong final season for the Trojans, with 11 tackles for loss and four forced fumbles. However, his poor testing numbers hurt his stock. He plays through the whistle and might be able to make it as a rotational end.

Pick

239

New Orleans Saints

(from LAR through DEN)

Josiah Ezirim

Eastern Kentucky · OT

Ezirim is a converted D-lineman with two years of OL play under his belt. His outstanding mass could serve him well if the Saints are patient with Ezirim's development.

Pick

240

Carolina Panthers

(from PIT)

Michael Barrett

Michigan · LB

Punishing hitter in a sawed-off frame. Barrett's poor length will be tough to overcome, but his forceful play style is inspiring.

Pick

241

Miami Dolphins

Tahj Washington

USC · WR

Washington's small frame likely took him off some boards, especially after he ran in the 4.5 range in the 40. But his big-play production on offense and special teams value cannot be overlooked. Washington might be the type who finds a way to hang around in the league.

Pick

242

Tennessee Titans

(from PHI)

James Williams

Miami · S

A long, fairly rangy athlete who spent more time at deep safety than he did in the box, Williams will be tried as a linebacker. His unusual dimensions and skill set might make him a sleeper.

Pick

243

Cleveland Browns

Jowon Briggs

Cincinnati · DT

Briggs is a stumpier defensive lineman, but his gap-shooting quickness is a trait that will help him. He's mature and has a pro-ready attitude, but he will have to emerge from a crowded DL group in Cleveland.

Pick

244

Dallas Cowboys

Justin Rogers

Auburn · DT

Rogers is blocky and stiff, but he's tough to move in the run game and could make it as a run-stopping interior defender.

Pick

245

Green Bay Packers

Michael Pratt

Tulane · QB

If it's me, I am drafting Pratt before both Jordan Travis and Devin Leary, and the Packers aren't afraid to keep investing in QB talents. From the Green Wave to Green Bay, Pratt is good enough to push Sean Clifford to the side and become Jordan Love's understudy -- perhaps as soon as this year -- with his cool, calm, patient approach and quality accuracy.

Pick

246

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Devin Culp

Washington · TE

Culp shocked a few people when he ran a 4.47-second 40-yard dash, but his 230-pound frame figures to limit his role quite a bit. Even so, Culp improved each college season and has some unrealized potential as an H-back.

Pick

247

Houston Texans

Marcus Harris

Auburn · DT

He'll always struggle against quality length, but Harris is a spirited rusher who can frustrate his opponents with his never-say-die approach.

Pick

248

Kansas City Chiefs

(from BUF)

TRADE

C.J. Hanson

Holy Cross · OL

The Holy Cross product was strictly a right guard in college, but he prepped to be an NFL center the past few months. That could be the key to earning a spot as a reserve or practice squad player in Kansas City.

Pick

249

Houston Texans

(from DET)

TRADE

LaDarius Henderson

Michigan · OG

He was Michigan's starting left tackle last year, which says something, but the Texans announced Henderson as a guard, which is where he mostly played at Arizona State previously. His length, movement skill and play temperament make him a stronger-than-normal seventh rounder.

Pick

250

Baltimore Ravens

Sanoussi Kane

Purdue · S

Kane emerged as a reliable starter at Purdue, earning a reputation as a strong tackler and forcing three fumbles over two years, but his lack of ball skills limit his appeal as a DB.

Pick

251

San Francisco 49ers

Tatum Bethune

Florida State · LB

Bethune was a tone-setter for the UCF and FSU defenses the past several seasons. His lack of length will be an issue, but he's not bad in coverage and can lay the wood. He just might need patience to find his chance.

Pick

252

Tennessee Titans

(from KC)

Jaylen Harrell

Michigan · Edge

Harrell is a broad-framed linebacker with rush skills and an alpha-dog mentality. His performance in the national title game was great, and he could be a sub-package defender with a unique job description.

Pick

253

Los Angeles Chargers

Cornelius Johnson

Michigan · WR

Another Michigan player for Jim Harbaugh. Johnson rarely was featured in Michigan's run-heavy system, but he made his mark as a blocker and occasional big-play receiver. His hands are inconsistent, but Johnson could find footing in L.A.

Pick

254

Los Angeles Rams

KT Leveston

Kansas State · G

Leveston is a hulking college left tackle who might be moved to the right side, or perhaps to guard. I suspect Cooper Beebe helped make Leveston, an older prospect, look better at times, but he's experienced enough to find a job in the league.

Pick

255

Green Bay Packers

Kalen King

Penn State · CB

You can find King's name scattered in some August mock drafts, but his stock continually tumbled after he struggled to match his 2022 performance, didn't test well athletically for his size and lost some Senior Bowl battles. But in the seventh round? King is well worth the small gamble here.

Pick

256

Denver Broncos

(from NYJ)

Nick Gargiulo

South Carolina · C

A Yale transfer, Gargiulo has experience at center, guard and tackle, but he's best at home inside. He's smart, competitive and long.

Pick

257

New York Jets

Jaylen Key

Alabama · S

Key has pretty interesting length for a DB and he played arguably well for Bama after transferring from UAB, but his lack of long speed likely keeps his role limited to box-safety duties in the NFL.