2024 NFL Mock Draft: Round 5

The Broncos lost their starting center in free agency, so they’ll need to find a replacement at some point.

Andrew Raym was a steady blocker for Oklahoma, but needs to get stronger.

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The Patriots need to make sure they pressure the talented quarterbacks in their division as much as possible.

Xavier Thomas is explosive and athletic, but he did not produce much at Clemson.

The Cardinals could stand to draft multiple cornerbacks, given how weak they are in that area.

Josh Newton projects as a mid-round talent.

Jahan Dotson was a disappointment in his second year, while Curtis Samuel is gone.

Jamari Thrash made plenty of big plays in school.

The Chargers signed J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards, but they could stand to add another running back.

The Panthers could stand to add as many pass rushers as possible to replace Brian Burns.

Zion Tupuola-Fetui tore his Achilles tendon early last year, but he managed to return to action late that season.

It’s been a long time since the Panthers have had major production from one of their tight ends.

Ben Sinnott saw his production skyrocket in his final collegiate season.

The Falcons don’t have much depth at cornerback, so they could spend multiple picks on the position.

Jarius Moore is a big cornerback who played very well in his two seasons for Tulane.

The Bills are pretty thin in the interior of the defensive line, so they could stand to add some talent there.

The Broncos are thin on the defensive line, so they are likely to draft help at some point.

Eric Watts has some pass-rushing ability as a five-technique.

Here’s more offensive line help for the Titans, who need to give Will Levis more of a chance.

Trevor Keegan was a steady presence in Michigan’s ground game.

The Broncos may take a pass rusher as early as No. 12. Here, they finally address the situation.

Jalyx Hunt is a small-school edge rusher who impressed at the Senior Bowl.

The Raiders lost Hunter Renfrow, so they’ll have to pick up a new receiver at some point.

Jha’Quan Jackson wasn’t very productive at Tulane. He projects as a slot receiver.

The Bengals may lose Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd this offseason.

Jalen McMillan has nice height, but is rather slim.

The Saints signed Chase Young, but that was just a 1-year deal.

Gabriel Murphy was very productive at UCLA. Some would say that Laiatu Latu had a hand in that, but Murphy looked great in the East-West Shrine practices.

The Colts could stand to get better on the back end of their defense.

Mark Perry needs to display better coverage skills.

The Redskins could stand to add multiple cornerbacks to improve their poor pass defense.

Here’s offensive line help for the Jaguars, who need to make sure Trevor Lawrence is as well protected as possible.

Isaiah Adams played both guard and right tackle for Illinois.

Sean McVay may want to find a quarterback he can groom for the future.

Sam Hartman was a good college quarterback, but has skill limitations.

The Rams could draft multiple pass rusher to really shore up a weakness of theirs.

The Browns have to deal with some talented quarterbacks in the AFC, so they need to make sure their secondary is as good as possible.

Pick change; previously Tyrice Knight, LB

The Vikings lost K.J. Osborn, so they have no depth at receiver beyond their two studs.

Isaiah Williams has limitations for the NFL. He projects as a slot receiver.

The Dolphins are another team that is top-heavy at receiver, but rather thin when it comes to depth.

Jacob Cowing is a quick, shifty slot receiver.

Here’s a cornerback for the Chiefs in the wake of the departure of L’Jarius Sneed.

The Bills lost Tyrel Dodson, so they’ll be looking for some linebacker depth.

J.D. Bertrand was a highly productive linebacker for Notre Dame, but will have to begin as a special-teamer.

The Eagles signed Saquon Barkley, but they’ll still be looking for a running back in the middle rounds.

Daijun Edwards has speed, vision and plus athleticism.

The Cardinals could use a long-term solution at center.

Charles Turner did a great job of opening up runinng lanes.

The Bills are thin in the interior of their offensive line, so they’ll have to find depth at some point.

Brandon Coleman started out at guard, but eventually moved to left tackle for TCU.

The Lions could stand to improve their coverage over the middle of the field.

Sione Vaki was just a middling performer at the Senior Bowl.

The Ravens could add to their pass rush in the middle rounds to help generate pressure on Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow.

The Giants have a very weak secondary that must be addressed at some point.

Chau Smith-Wade displayed great coverage ability, though he could be limited to slot duties in the NFL.

The Vikings have a notoriously weak secondary that must be addressed.

Khyree Jackson is a big, gritty cornerback.

The Saints could stand to have better linebacker depth and perhaps a new starter in a couple of years.

Curtis Jacobs is a talented blitzing linebacker, but needs to improve his coverage.

The Packers lost Darnell Savage, so they’ll have to target a safety at some point.

Malik Mustapha seems like a special-teams player in the pros.

The Saints aren’t very deep on the defensive line, so a mid-round pick could be used on this area.

Marcus Harris was a productive pass rusher for Auburn, but he has some limitations for the NFL.

The Eagles have two studs at receiver, but nothing else beyond them.

Ainias Smith is a quick, shifty route-runner who is dangerous with the ball in his hands.

The Eagles could bolster the defensive line earlier than this with Fletcher Cox gone.

Tyler Davis doesn’t have great upside, but he’s been a disruptive force in the interior of the defensive line.

The Chiefs could stand to add another pass rusher to help combat Joe Burrow and Josh Allen.

Braiden McGregor looks like a backup at the next level.

The Cowboys lost Tyler Biadasz, so they’ll need to find a replacement at some point.

Matt Lee is a quality blocker when it comes to the run and the pass.

Alvin Kamara can’t seem to stay healthy for long stretches, so here’s another running back.

Dylan Laube showed great receiving ability during his time at New Hampshire. He’s put together well as a runner.

Once again, the 49ers have offensive line issues outside of Trent Williams that must be fixed.

Sataoa Laumea projects more to be a guard than a tackle even though he played both at Utah.