Jayden Daniels won the Heisman Trophy last year. Sarah Stier/Getty Images
The Patriots have the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 in NFL Draft, and it appears very likely they’ll use that pick to select a quarterback.
Or, they could potentially trade back and select a QB later in the draft.
USC’s Caleb Williams, LSU’s Jayden Daniels, and UNC’s Drake Maye are the consensus top-three QBs this year, with Williams widely regarded as the No. 1 option. Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy, Oregon’s Bo Nix, and Washington’s Michael Penix Jr. are also viewed as potential first-round picks.
While Maye appears to be the most likely to end up in Foxborough – and it’s highly unlikely Williams will still be around unless they trade up – anything is possible in the NFL Draft.
Here’s a closer look at all six prospects.
Caleb Williams
Bio: 6-1, 215 pounds, from Washington, D.C., one year at Oklahoma and two at USC.
Stats: 333 for 500, 4,537 yards, 42 TDs, 5 INTs, plus 113 carries for 382 yards and 10 TDs, in Heisman Trophy 2022 season. 266 for 388, 3,633 yards, 30 TDs, 5 INTs, plus 97 carries for 136 yards and 11 TDs, last year.
Expert comment: “Williams makes off-platform plays for the highlight reels and has the potential to become one of the top quarterbacks in the league,” – NFL Media’s Chad Reuter.
Potential strengths: Long passing, mobility, decision-making.
Potential question marks: Height, release speed.
Highlights:
Jayden Daniels
Bio: 6-4, 210 pounds, from San Bernardino, California, three years at Arizona State and two at LSU.
Stats: 266 for 388 for 2,913 yards, 17 TDs, 3 INTs, plus 186 carries for 885 yards and 11 TDs, in 2022. 236 for 327, 3,812 yards, 40 TDs, 5 INTs, plus 135 carries for 1,134 yards and 10 TDs, in Heisman Trophy 2023 season.
Expert comment: “Daniels’ rushing ability and fundamentals give him a high floor as a player who can put a ton of stress on a defense,” – Pro Football Focus’ Trevor Sikkema.
Potential strengths: Speed, instincts, versatility.
Potential question marks: Weight, arm strength.
Highlights:
Drake Maye
Bio: 6-4, 230 pounds, from Huntersville, North Carolina, three years at UNC.
Stats: 342 for 517, 4,321 yards, 38 TDs, 7 INTs, plus 184 carries for 698 yards and 7 TDs, in 2022. 269 for 425, 3,608 yards, 24 TDs, 9 INTs, plus 112 carries for 449 yards and 9 TDs, in 2023.
Expert comment: “Maye’s strength in the pocket and all-around skill set scream NFL starter,” – Reuter.
Potential strengths: Size, arm strength, accuracy.
Potential question marks: Decision-making, inconsistency.
Highlights:
J.J. McCarthy
Bio: 6-3, 202 pounds, from La Grange Park, Illinois, three years at Michigan.
Stats: 208 for 322, 2,719 yards, 22 TDs, 5 INTs, plus 70 carries for 306 yards and 5 TDs in 2022. 240 for 332, 2,991 yards, 22 TDs, 4 INTs, plus 64 carries for 202 yards and 3 TDs, in national championship season last year.
Expert comment: “McCarthy has a slender frame, a live arm, and the functional speed to make plays out of structure and in the run game,” – The Ringer’s Danny Kelly.
Potential strengths: Poise, elusiveness, versatility.
Potential question marks: Weight, risk/reward, ball placement.
Highlights:
Bo Nix
Bio: 6-2, 217 pounds, from Pinson, Alabama, three years at Auburn and two at Oregon.
Stats: 294 for 409, 3,593 yards, 29 TDs, 7 INTs, plus 89 carries for 510 yards and 14 TDs, in 2022. 364 for 470, 4,508 yards, 45 TDs, 3 INTs, plus 54 carries for 234 yards and 6 TDs, last year, third in Heisman race.
Expert comment: “Good creation ability outside the pocket. Willing to break structure; plays with eyes downfield,” – Bleacher Report’s scouting department.
Potential strengths: Highlight-reel throws, vision.
Potential question marks: Footwork, sturdiness.
Highlights:
Michael Penix Jr.
Bio: 6-3, 213 pounds, from Tampa, Florida, four years at Indiana and two at Washington.
Stats: 362 for 554, 4,641 yards, 31 TDs, 8 INTs, plus 35 carries for 92 yards and 4 TDs, in 2022. 363 for 555, 4,903 yards, 36 TDs, 11 INTs, plus 35 carries for 8 yards and 3 TDs, last year, second in Heisman race.
Expert comment: “Rocket-armed left-handed thrower with elite drive velocity and high-end arm elasticity,” – Pro Football Network’s Ian Cummings.
Potential strengths: IQ, accuracy, arm strength.
Potential question marks: Health, mobility, durability.
Highlights:
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