J.J. McCarthy, a former quarterback for Michigan, made an impression at the NFL Combine and is currently ranked among the top three picks in CBS Sports’ most recent first-round 2024 NFL Mock Draft. Once the first two picks are selected, the New England Patriots will probably choose between McCarthy and Drake Maye of North Carolina, even though most analysts are pointing to two other quarterbacks for those spots.
McCarthy wasn’t the only athlete in Indianapolis who turned in a standout performance; other players also improved their draft prospects while league executives, personnel managers, and scouts watched from Lucas Oil Stadium. McCarthy and others attempted to capitalize on the fact that USC’s Caleb Williams, UNC’s Drake Maye, and LSU’s Jayden Daniels chose to hold off on throwing until their respective Pro Day opportunities.
McCarthy wasn’t the only athlete in Indianapolis who turned in a standout performance; other players also improved their draft prospects while league executives, personnel managers, and scouts watched from Lucas Oil Stadium. McCarthy and others attempted to take full advantage as USC’s Caleb Williams, UNC’s Drake Maye, and LSU’s Jayden Daniels chose not to throw until their individual Pro Day opportunities.
With the first overall pick on the clock, the Chicago Bears are still debating their next course of action regarding Justin Fields. Quarterbacks are also needed by the Washington Commanders, New England Patriots, Denver Broncos, and Las Vegas Raiders.
