Record-Breaking 2024 NFL Draft: Six Quarterbacks Selected in First Round, Caleb Williams Goes First to Chicago Bears

Detroit, Michigan United States of America
Bo Nix, Oregon's quarterback, was selected by the Denver Broncos in the twelfth round.
Caleb Williams was chosen first overall by the Chicago Bears.
Four quarterbacks were taken within the first eight picks for the first time in common draft era history.
Michael Penix Jr., Washington's quarterback, was taken by the Atlanta Falcons in the eighth round.
Six quarterbacks were selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, tying a record set in 1983.
The New England Patriots took Drake Maye with the third pick and Michigan's J.J. McCarthy with the tenth pick.
Record-Breaking 2024 NFL Draft: Six Quarterbacks Selected in First Round, Caleb Williams Goes First to Chicago Bears

The 2024 NFL draft took place in Detroit, Michigan, where a record-breaking six quarterbacks were selected in the first round. Caleb Williams was chosen first overall by the Chicago Bears. Here's a summary of the events:

  1. Six quarterbacks were taken in the first round, tying a record set in 1983.
  2. Caleb Williams, USC's star quarterback, was selected first overall by the Chicago Bears.
  3. Four quarterbacks were taken within the first eight picks for the first time in common draft era history.
  4. The New England Patriots took Drake Maye with the third pick and Michigan's J.J. McCarthy with the tenth pick, making it their second and third quarterback selections respectively.
  5. Michael Penix Jr., Washington's quarterback, was taken by the Atlanta Falcons in the eighth round.
  6. Bo Nix, Oregon's quarterback, was selected by the Denver Broncos in the twelfth round.

The Chicago Bears and their general manager Ryan Poles believe that Caleb Williams is an upgrade at their quarterback position and a good fit for team culture. Williams has unique abilities to make precise throws and escape pressure. In his last two college seasons, he threw 72 touchdowns against 10 interceptions with a career-best completion percentage of 68.6%.

The first round of the draft saw all offensive players being selected consecutively for the first time in common draft era history.



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  • The article does not mention any potential injuries or off-field issues for the drafted quarterbacks.

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  • Unique Points
    • The NFL Draft is being held in the area around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza in downtown Detroit.
    • Nate Wiggins from Clemson was picked by Baltimore at pick No. 30 in the first round of the NFL Draft with a draft grade of B- and a pre-draft rank of 31.
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  • Unique Points
    • Chicago Bears selected USC quarterback Caleb Williams as the first pick in the 2024 NFL draft.
    • Bears GM Ryan Poles believes Caleb Williams is an upgrade at the quarterback position and a good fit for team culture.
    • Williams has a unique ability to make precise throws and escape pressure.
    • He threw 72 touchdowns to 10 interceptions in last two college seasons with a career-best 68.6% completion percentage.
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    • Six quarterbacks were taken in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, tying a record set in 1983.
    • Caleb Williams was selected first overall by the Chicago Bears.
    • Four quarterbacks were taken in the first eight picks for the first time in common draft era.
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    • The first round of the NFL draft took place in Detroit.
    • Caleb Williams was selected first overall by the Chicago Bears.
    • Jayden Daniels was picked second by the Washington Commanders.
    • Drake Maye went third to the New England Patriots.
    • Marvin Harrison Jr. was chosen fourth by the Arizona Cardinals.
    • Joe Alt was taken fifth by the Los Angeles Chargers.
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    • Bears have selected DE Jaylon Williams as their first pick.
    • Commanders are expected to select QB CJ Stroud or Bryce Young with the second pick.
    • Patriots are expected to select DT Calijah Kancey with the third pick.
    • Cardinals have selected EDGE Laiatu Latu with the fourth pick.
    • Chargers have selected OT Paris Johnson Jr. with the fifth pick.
    • Giants have selected WR Jaxon Nabers with the sixth pick.
    • Titans are in need of an offensive tackle and may try to trade down to acquire one.
    • Falcons are expected to select OT Darnell Fashanu with the seventh pick.
    • Jets have selected WR Rome Odunze with the eighth pick.
    • Vikings may be interested in trading up for a quarterback, but Michael Penix Jr. is their fallback option if they cannot make a deal.
    • Eagles are expected to select OG Olusegun Oluwatimi with the ninth pick.
    • Raiders have shown interest in QB Jayden Daniels and may try to trade up to acquire him.
    • Saints are looking to trade up for an offensive tackle, but their preferred options may be off the board by the time they pick at 18.
    • Colts have been in talks about trading up for a cornerback or offensive tackle. Toledo CB Quinyon Mitchell is a potential fit for them in the first round.
    • Steelers are expected to select OT Paris Johnson Jr. or OG Peter Skoronski with their first pick in the second round.
    • Dolphins have selected DT Bryan Bresee with their first pick in the second round.
    • Eagles are expected to trade up for CB Cam’Ron Fuuga from USC
    • Raiders have selected QB Michael Penix Jr. with their first pick in the third round.
    • Saints have selected OT Trenton Irwin with their first pick in the third round.
    • Colts have selected DE Keion White with their first pick in the third round.
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