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Mel Kiper's NFL draft grades: Two A's, one C and head-scratching picks throughout

The Eagles tied a record for trades. The Cardinals filled needs. And some teams reached for players. Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the 2024 NFL draft.

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Big takeaways from the NFL draft: Luxury picks, QB moves and the Chiefs get richer

What did we learn? A look at the QB frenzy, surprising picks and (already good) teams that improved.

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ZEKE RETURNS TO DALLAS

How might the Cowboys use Ezekiel Elliott in 2024?

After spending last season in New England, Elliott is expected to return to Dallas for 2024.

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Kiper disappointed that Cowboys didn't draft a running back

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REFLECTIONS ON THE DRAFT

Post-NFL draft questions for all 32 teams: Can Jets protect Aaron Rodgers? How soon will rookie QBs play?

The 2024 NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.

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What surprised execs about the draft's 14-pick offensive flurry ... and what didn't

The first round had a lot to do with quarterback value, but insiders see an anomaly more than a trend.

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OFFENSIVE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR?

Dan Orlovsky makes a bold claim about J.J. McCarthy

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NFL NATION

Rams hope they drafted the right 'unit' to replace Aaron Donald

The Rams used four of their first six 2024 NFL draft picks to shore up their defensive line.

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Panthers add skill players to help Bryce Young

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How Jaguars benefit from tall receiver like Brian Thomas Jr.

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Edgerrin Cooper, MarShawn Lloyd give Packers 'top player' at key positions

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Drake Maye's leadership, intel on Ja'Lynn Polk, Caedan Wallace

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BREAKING DOWN THE DRAFT

The best, worst and most surprising of the NFL draft: Favorite picks, classes and rookie-year predictions

What were the best selections in each round? Which teams nailed their QB pick? Our experts have 27 different post-draft superlatives.

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NFL Nation sizes up every 2024 NFL draft selection

Get insights on all 32 teams' draft picks and trades from our NFL Nation reporters.

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FANTASY IMPACT OF THE DRAFT

Fantasy rankings for 2024 season

ESPN fantasy analysts reveal their fantasy football rankings for the 2024 season, position by position, for both PPR and non-PPR leagues.

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DRAFT ANALYSIS

Bears will contend? Falcons blew it? Raiders need Brady? Let's judge which NFL draft overreactions are legit

We're sizing up Chicago's postseason hopes, Atlanta's first-round mistake, Vegas' QB situation and the futures of Daniel Jones and Brandon Aiyuk.

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Winners, losers and head-scratching picks: Kiper wraps Rounds 2 and 3

Who fared well in the second and third rounds, and which teams reached? Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of Day 2.

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