HAVE BEEN SAID: Providing the ideal top two picks for every NFL team in the 2024 draft would require detailed analysis of team needs, draft position, player availability, and various other factors. Additionally, as of my last update in January 2022, I don’t have access to real-time data on specific draft prospects or team needs for the 2024 NFL Draft.

As we approach the conclusion of the period for evaluating prospects, every team is arranging their draft boards meticulously, considering various scenarios, and envisioning favorable outcomes for the 2024 NFL Draft.

In this exercise, I bring those aspirations to life by allocating this year’s top prospects among all 32 teams, granting each organization ideal selections with their initial two draft picks.

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While maintaining a sense of realism in this process, I have ensured that each player is assigned only once and have made reasonable projections regarding where prospects might be chosen. In some cases, I’ve indicated when teams might need to trade up to secure a specific prospect.

Several outstanding players are not listed below because four teams (the Cardinals, Commanders, Eagles, and Packers) currently possess three picks in the top two rounds, and I’ve considered the likelihood that they’ll select top talent with their third premium pick. Consequently, receiver Ladd McConkey, edge rusher Adisa Isaac, linebacker Trevin Wallace, running back Jaylen Wright, and offensive lineman Cooper Beebe are excluded.

AFC TEAMS
Baltimore Ravens
Baltimore Ravens
Round 1: No. 30 overall — Tyler Guyton, OT, Oklahoma

Round 2: No. 62 overall — Devontez Walker, WR, North Carolina

Ronnie Stanley’s extensive absences due to injuries over the past four seasons, coupled with Baltimore’s offseason trade of right tackle Morgan Moses to the Jets, underscore the team’s need for reinforcement on the offensive line. Guyton, with his imposing physical stature (6-foot-8, 322 pounds) and remarkable agility (he clocked 7.5 seconds in the three-cone drill), presents an enticing option who can contribute on either side of the line, available late in the first round. Meanwhile, Walker represents a potential steal in the second round, offering the Ravens an additional receiving threat alongside second-year standout Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman, who is entering a contract year.

Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills
Round 1: No. 28 overall: Brian Thomas Jr., WR, LSU

Round 2: No. 60 overall: Javon Bullard, S, Georgia

The departure of Stefon Diggs via trade creates a void at the wide receiver position, necessitating the selection of a receiver with one of their initial two picks. Securing Thomas may require the Bills to trade up, a strategy General Manager Brandon Beane has employed in the past to acquire his preferred targets. Thomas would assume the role of deep-threat receiver, previously held by Gabe Davis, complementing free-agent acquisition Curtis Samuel as a reliable target for quarterback Josh Allen. Bullard, proficient in slot coverage and adept at making tackles in open space, enhances the Bills’ secondary alongside Mike Edwards and Taylor Rapp, who are slated to assume starting roles following the departures of Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer.

Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals
Round 1: No. 18 overall: JC Latham, OT, Alabama

Round 2: No. 49 overall: Troy Franklin, WR, Oregon

The signing of Trent Brown during the offseason aims to bolster the right tackle position following Jonah Williams’ departure in free agency. However, Brown’s injury history necessitates the addition of a rookie lineman to the mix. Latham, renowned for his prowess in pass protection and run blocking, represents a significant upgrade for the offensive line. While Tee Higgins is slated to play under the franchise tag this season, the Bengals could entertain offers for him, making Franklin’s speed (clocked at 4.41 seconds in the 40-yard dash) and elusiveness after the catch valuable assets alongside Ja’Marr Chase in both the short and long term.

Cleveland Browns
Cleveland Browns
Round 2: No. 54 overall: Payton Wilson, LB, North Carolina State

Round 3: No. 85 overall: Kiran Amegadjie, OT, Yale

Wilson’s exceptional speed (4.43 seconds in the 40-yard dash) and impressive production (138 tackles last season) make him a bargain if available in the middle of the second round. His addition fortifies the Browns’ linebacker corps alongside Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah and veteran Jordan Hicks, enhancing their defensive capabilities. Amegadjie, characterized by his impressive length (36 1/8-inch arms) and agility, offers valuable depth in the event of injuries to Jedrick Wills, Jack Conklin, or Dawand Jones during the upcoming season.

Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos
Round 1: No. 12 overall: Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington

Round 3: No. 76 overall: Jalyx Hunt, Edge, Houston Christian

Despite concerns regarding Penix’s injury history, the Broncos’ urgent need for a quarterback prompts his selection in the first round. Head Coach Sean Payton could replicate the success he achieved in New Orleans by constructing a formidable offensive line to protect Penix. Hunt’s transition from safety at Cornell to an accomplished edge rusher at Houston Christian showcases his versatility and potential impact in bolstering the Broncos’ pass rush, making him a prudent third-round selection.

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Houston Texans
Houston Texans
Round 2: No. 42 overall: Cam Hart, CB, Notre Dame

Round 2: No. 59 overall: Edgerrin Cooper, LB, Texas A&M

The acquisition of Stefon Diggs via trade affords the Texans the opportunity to address other areas of need with their two second-round picks. Hart’s combination of size (6-3, 202 pounds) and speed (4.5 seconds in the 40-yard dash) renders him an appealing prospect for Houston, particularly given the injury concerns surrounding free-agent additions Jeff Okudah and C.J. Henderson. Cooper’s remarkable speed (4.51 seconds in the 40-yard dash) and playmaking ability position him as a potential second-round selection, augmenting the Texans’ defensive prowess under the leadership of DeMeco Ryans.

Indianapolis Colts
Indianapolis Colts
Round 1: No. 15 overall: Terrion Arnold, CB, Alabama

Round 2: No. 46 overall: Xavier Legette, WR, South Carolina

Arnold’s tenacious style of play and versatility were evident throughout his collegiate career at Alabama, making him a coveted prospect for the Colts. He is poised to make an immediate impact, providing depth and flexibility in the secondary alongside Kenny Moore II. Legette’s blend of size and agility enables him to exploit matchups against smaller defenders, making him a valuable asset in the Colts’ offensive scheme predicated on