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NFL Exec Predicts ‘Wild’ QB Picks in 2024 Draft amid Daniels, Maye, McCarthy Rumors
“The quarterback draft is going to be wild,” remarked one team executive to The Athletic’s Jeff Howe.
As the Commanders prepare to make their pivotal choice, standout prospects such as North Carolina’s Drake Maye, LSU’s Jayden Daniels, and Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy linger on the draft board. The selection of whichever quarterback the Commanders opt for will inevitably influence the options available to the New England Patriots at the No. 3 spot.
Insights gathered from a poll conducted by The Athletic among seven NFL decision-makers reveal a divide in opinions regarding the Commanders’ potential pick. While three respondents leaned towards Daniels, two favored Maye, and one opted for McCarthy, illustrating the uncertainty surrounding the Commanders’ intentions.
Notable NFL insiders echo this disparity in prognostication. ESPN’s Adam Schefter posited on his podcast that “signs continue to point to Jayden Daniels being the second overall pick,” while ESPN’s Matt Miller countered by emphasizing McCarthy’s viability, citing league-wide intel.
The Commanders’ thorough evaluation process has encompassed meetings with Maye, demonstrating a keen interest in the UNC standout. Maye, who expressed admiration for Washington’s leadership, appears to have established a positive rapport with head coach Dan Quinn.
The B/R NFL Scouting Department’s assessment places Maye at the forefront of quarterback prospects, lauding his readiness for the professional level. Yet, the Commanders’ ultimate decision remains shrouded in mystery, a testament to first-year general manager Adam Peters’ adeptness at safeguarding draft strategies.
With anticipation mounting, all eyes are on the Washington Commanders as they hold the key to shaping the NFL landscape on draft day.
