2024 NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams: Winners and losers

The 2024 NFL Draft has come and gone, leaving fans and analysts alike buzzing with excitement. In this article, we’ll break down the draft grades for each of the 32 teams, highlighting the winners who made savvy picks and the losers who missed the mark. From top prospects to sleeper selections, let’s dive into the analysis and see which franchises came out on top.

So, who are the winners and losers of the 2024 NFL draft?

1. Arizona Cardinals (Grade: A-): .Landing top defensive prospects early in the draft solidified their roster and positioned them well for the upcoming season. Top Pick: Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison, Jr.

2. Atlanta Falcons (Grade: B+): Despite some initial skepticism, the Falcons’ draft choices proved to be impactful, especially on the offensive side of the ball. Top Pick: Washington quarterback Michael Penix, Jr.

3. Baltimore Ravens (Grade: A): The Ravens’ draft strategy focused on acquiring top talent to bolster their roster, particularly on defense. With astute picks and trades, they positioned themselves as contenders in their conference. Top Pick: Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins.

4. Buffalo Bills (Grade: A-): Their selections reflect a commitment to building a competitive team around their star quarterback. Top Pick: Florida State wide receiver Keon Coleman.

5. Carolina Panthers (Grade: B): The Panthers’ draft performance was highlighted by solid picks across various positions, particularly on the offensive line. Their selections will provide much-needed depth and competition as they aim for playoff contention. Top Pick: South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette.

6. Chicago Bears (Grade: B): Their draft performance sets them up to compete in a tough division, provided their selections live up to expectations. Pick: USC quarterback Caleb Williams

7. Cincinnati Bengals (Grade: A+): The Bengals’ draft was stellar, securing top talent across offensive and defensive positions. Their selections will have an immediate impact, positioning them as contenders in their division. Top Pick: Georgia offensive tackle Amarius Mims.

8. Cleveland Browns (Grade: A-): With impactful picks in key positions, they solidified their status as contenders in a tough conference. Top Pick: Ohio State defensive tackle Michael Hall.

9. Dallas Cowboys (Grade: B+): Landing top defensive prospects early in the draft sets them up for success in a competitive division. Top Pick: Oklahoma offensive tackle Tyler Guyton.

10. Denver Broncos (Grade: A-): The Broncos focused on strengthening their defense with top defensive prospects early in the draft. Top Pick: Oregon quarterback Bo Nix.

11. Detroit Lions (Grade: B): Their selections will provide much-needed depth and competition as they continue to rebuild. Top Pick: Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold.

12. Green Bay Packers (Grade: B+): Their draft strategy reflects a commitment to building a competitive team around quarterback. Top Pick: Arizona offensive tackle Andrew Morgan.

13. Houston Texans (Grade: C-): The Texans’ draft strategy left much to be desired, failing to adequately address critical areas of need. Their picks lacked cohesion and failed to capitalize on opportunities to improve their roster. Top Pick: Georgia cornerback Kamari Lassiter.

14. Indianapolis Colts (Grade: A-): The Colts made moves particularly on defense. They have been looking to put some strength on their roster. Top Pick: UCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu.

15. Jacksonville Jaguars (Grade: B+): As previously mentioned, the Jaguars capitalized on their multiple early-round picks, landing blue-chip prospects to bolster their roster. Their selections signal a promising future for the franchise as they continue to rebuild. Top Pick: LSU wide receiver Brian Thomas.

16. Kansas City Chiefs (Grade: B): Kansas focused on defense this time around. Even though their top pick is a WR, the team tried to boost the defensive side of things. Top Pick: Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy

17. Las Vegas Raiders (Grade: C+): The Raiders failed to secure impactful talent despite having multiple early-round picks. Their draft performance raises questions about their long-term strategy and ability to compete in a tough division. Top Pick: Georgia tight end Brock Bowers.

18. Los Angeles Chargers (Grade: B+): The Chargers focused on adding depth and playmakers to their roster, particularly on defense. Top Pick: Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt

19. Los Angeles Rams (Grade: B): The Rams’ draft strategy focused on acquiring top talent to bolster their roster, particularly on defense. Top Pick: Florida State defensive end Jared Verse.

20. Miami Dolphins (Grade: A): Miami put themselves on a good spot by taking in some good defense players, they should do well in their decision. Top Pick: Penn State defensive end Chop Robinson.

21. Minnesota Vikings (Grade: B+): The Vikings made the most of their selections, addressing pressing needs while also adding depth to their roster. Their draft strategy reflects a commitment to building a competitive team in a tough division. Top Pick: Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

22. New England Patriots (Grade: A): They acquired top-tier prospects in key positions, setting themselves up for success in the upcoming season. They have that QB they so desperately need. Top Pick: North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye

23. New Orleans Saints (Grade: B): The Saints’ draft performance was highlighted by solid picks across various positions, particularly on defense. Their selections will provide much-needed depth and competition as they aim for playoff contention. Top Pick: Oregon State offensive tackle Taliese Fuaga.

24. New York Giants (Grade: C-): The Giants’ draft choices were met with skepticism, as they opted for players with questionable fit and value. Their failure to address glaring needs on both sides of the ball could hinder their competitiveness in the upcoming season. Top Pick: LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers.

25. New York Jets (Grade: A-): The Jets needed some power in offense and they went to look for it on this draft. Top Pick: Penn State offensive tackle Olu Fashanu.

26. Philadelphia Eagles (Grade: B+): The Eagles focused on strengthening their roster with impactful picks across various positions. Their draft performance sets them up for success as they aim to compete in a tough division. Top Pick: Toledo cornerback Quinyon Mitchell.

27. Pittsburgh Steelers (Grade: B): The Steelers made solid picks to address key areas of need, particularly on offense. Top Pick: Washington offensive tackle Troy Fautanu.

28. San Francisco 49ers (Grade: A-): The 49ers focused on defense. The team will again be a contender for the SB this year. Top Pick: Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall.

29. Seattle Seahawks (Grade: B): The Seahawks made solid picks to address key areas of need, particularly on defense. Their selections will provide depth and competition as they aim for playoff contention. Top Pick: Texas defensive tackle Byron Murphy.

30. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Grade: B+): The Buccaneers focused on adding depth and playmakers to their roster, particularly on defense. Top Pick: Duke center Graham Barton.

31. Tennessee Titans (Grade: B): The Titans’ draft performance was highlighted by solid picks across various positions, particularly on offense. Their selections will provide much-needed depth and competition as they aim for playoff contention. Top Pick: Alabama offensive tackle J.C. Latham.

32. Washington Commanders (Grade: B): They made a solid decision. The team was in need of a QB and with Daniels things may look up. Top Pick: LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Remember that draft grades can evolve over time as players develop and perform in the NFL. It’ll be exciting to see how these rookies impact their respective teams in the upcoming season. So keep an eye for these young guys on the pitch.