As we reach the final weeks of the collegiate season, it’s time to reflect and project the possible first round of a 2024 dynasty rookie mock draft in the Superflex format. We’ll begin to see underclassmen declare for the upcoming draft class in the next few weeks, and then we’ll have a clearer view of the complete draft pool come mid-January of 2024. The official deadline for underclassmen to apply for special eligibility and inclusion for next year’s draft is January 15, 2024. Then, that official list will be sent to NFL teams by January 19th.

This 2024 class has been well discussed over the last two years, with well-known names such as Marvin Harrison Jr., as well as quarterbacks Drake Maye and Caleb Williams dominating the narrative. This collegiate season began with an abundance of incredible quarterback play, with names such as Sam Hartman and Shedeur Sanders finding themselves climbing many dynasty manager’s draft boards. While some of the quarterback play has seemingly stagnated, we should still see about three or four that are worthy of a 1st Round 2024 NFL Draft pick.

Overall, the 2024 class looks strong at wide receiver. Additionally, boasting a blue chip prospect in Brock Bowers at tight end. The class has soured for some with a bit of a hiccup at the running back position. However, should still boast a few worthy of a Day 2 draft pick. With that in mind, we could find ourselves with a serviceable and deep first round in Superflex drafts. Mainly due to the possible high-end quarterback play and depth at each position. Let’s take a look at how a Superflex first round may shake out as we head into November. More importantly, we’ll see who has a chance to put their name into the spotlight for 2024.

Dynasty Superflex Rookie Mock Draft

1.01 QB Caleb Williams, USC

We begin this article with old faithful Caleb Williams. The current USC Trojans quarterback has stayed towards the top of this class since his Oklahoma debut in 2021. Williams is a playmaker at the quarterback position. Additionally, he has a ceiling both rushing and passing we haven’t seen since Josh Allen entered the league.

Despite a zero touchdown, three-interception game versus the Notre Dame Irish early in October, he still has produced an impressive 25 touchdown, one interception clip. Not to mention, a nearly 70% completion percentage in his other 8 games for USC in 2023. Williams has another 9 touchdowns on the ground, proving this is an explosive player who may be playing a bit more errant than we’d like to see at this point.

However, Williams remains one of the top athletes in the 2024 class and should be a darling of the pre-draft process. The arm strength is there, the rushing is there. With those traits combined, he can bring his team back in nearly any game. He did just that against Cal, and what’s encouraging is that Lincoln Riley is not likely to be his long-term coach at the next level.

Yes, Williams has made some odd maneuvers both on the field and in the media. However, he remains a top talent in next year’s class, and patient managers can expect a top-five quarterback in due time for fantasy football purposes. In the end, he will be the head of an offense straight away and should quickly find himself in fantasy lineups due to his ability to score and make plays downfield at any time.

1.02 WR Marvin Harrison Jr., Ohio State

Marvin Harrison Jr. is a very secure asset for devy and dynasty purposes at this point in his development. He seemingly dwarfs and dominates his collegiate opponents every week, showing his talent is in a different class with his physicality and speed.

In October alone, he received over 550 yards on 31 grabs while also supplying 5 touchdowns for the Buckeyes. He’s proven himself to be a quarterback-proof wide receiver who just needs the ball thrown in his vicinity. He’s that good.

However, due to his seemingly secure hype and value from the dynasty community, I will not be shocked if a few owners take him as early as the 1.01 in Superflex formats. He did it with a talented NFL quarterback in CJ Stroud and has further cemented his top-end status this year. Additionally, he’s a secure asset who could find himself in the top five or three at wide receiver quickly. He will not reach the 1.03 in any format in 2024 and will be a handsome second-overall pick for managers in dynasty leagues.

1.03 TE Brock Bowers, Georgia

The third overall pick in Superflex drafts is where there may begin to be some dissent as far as who should be taken in 2024. Some managers may say North Carolina’s Drake Maye is that pick, some may even say he’s above Williams for the top quarterback class. Others may switch it up and go for the surgical operating leader in Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback. While some go for pure need and take a running back such as TreVeyon Henderson or Jonathon Brooks. For this exercise, Georgia’s Brock Bowers seemingly is a safe pick with a positional advantage, while still having a clear ceiling that’s desirable. He’s smooth, a clean route runner, and a player who is projected to be taken within the top 15 of next year’s class, if not sooner.

More importantly, if Bowers receives that capital, he’ll find himself as a top-five pick in next year’s rookie drafts for sure. Bowers has multiple 100-yard games this season. Even though he is currently working his way back from injury, he has already proven his possible worth for fantasy in the future. This player should challenge Sam LaPorta for the TE1 title for many years to come after he is drafted. Bowers will have even more backers due to his pedigree and the fact he’ll be taken nearly a round earlier than LaPorta was. All in all, both are talented, but Bowers is a clear talent above other high-end picks like LaPorta and Dalton Kincaid.

1.04 QB Michael Penix Jr., Washington

The early to middle of the 2024 first rounds is where we will see a bit of a run of first-round quarterbacks next season in rookie mocks. Penix transferred from Indiana to Washington in 2022 and has only seen improvement after improvement in his game. He has a solid deep ball and throws a very catchable ball, evidenced by his role in Washington’s impressive passing offense in 2023. Unfortunately, Penix has had some health concerns in the past, particularly during his time at Indiana.

Overall, he has played well for the Huskies over the last two years. He’s shown clear maturity in his ability to recover physically and lead this locker room to an impressive season. In the end, he should be a dream for some NFL general managers next year in the top 15 picks. He is a player who can play right away, makes smart decisions, and may even be able to give a bit of rushing upside to his fantasy managers. Additionally, Penix will be a name to watch throughout the process, as his advanced reading of the game and athleticism can make him a top pick in 2024. Both in real life and fantasy football.

1.05 QB Drake Maye, North Carolina

Next up, we reach the other highly touted quarterback coming into the season in the form of North Carolina’s Drake Maye. He has NFL-level throws in his arsenal and similar to Penix, Maye throws an impressive deep ball that is catchable. Additionally, he can stand in the pocket, process what the defense is doing, and will be able to put the ball in the right spot for NFL targets.

As far as rushing ability goes, Maye possesses a bit more upside than Penix. However, this is a player you may be drafting more for year two or year three of his career. Of the quarterbacks we’ve talked about, he’s had the least talent around him, which also should factor into his evaluation. However, he should have plenty of suitors in the NFL’s first round for 2024 and is unlikely to fall outside of the top five picks in Superflex rookie drafts. He will need time but can find himself as a back-end QB1 long-term.

1.06 RB TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State

Our first running back off the board in this first round in 2024 is Ohio State’s TreVeyon Henderson, a receiving back who excels in space and should find an NFL role early in his career. Following a three-game absence from the lineup, Henderson returned and put up 162 yards against the Wisconsin Badgers this past weekend. He also contributed a touchdown rushing and another 45 yards through the air on four catches, proving his versatility and twitch on seemingly every play.

Henderson is a talented player who has battled injuries, but is only a Junior and has shown talent whenever he’s on the field. He is a player who will rise during the pre-draft process and in individual workouts, finding himself likely taken very early on Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Furthermore, he’s explosive, hard to catch, and ideal for today’s NFL. In a class with no Bijan Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs-like talent, Henderson has the best outlook right now based on his pedigree and skillset.

1.07 WR Malik Nabers, LSU

Alright, I hyped up the wide receiver class and we finally have our WR2 in 2024 with Malik Nabers being taken here at 1.07. He’s a fast and slight-framed wide receiver, an archetype that is seemingly abundant in 2024. With the emergence and speed of former USC receiver Jordan Addison this season, I’m less worried about a player’s exact playing weight and more concerned with their ability to win against defenders.

Nabers wins a lot, as he already is 36 yards from his 1,017 receiving total in 2023 while doing so in 5 fewer games. He had strong yards per catch numbers in his first two seasons, averaging 14.9 his Freshman year and 14.1 his Sophomore season. Now, he’s averaging a mouthwatering 17.5 yards per catch while also providing 9 touchdowns for the Tigers.

Nabers is consistently growing and will likely battle Troy Franklin at the combine for the title of fastest wide receiver in the 2024 class. He can take any catch to the endzone and has also proven himself durable with volume. All in all, he’s a sure-fire first-rounder at this time.

1.08 WR Rome Odunze, Washington

Next, we head back to the state of Washington to discuss one of the quarterbacks Penix Jr.’s favorite targets, Rome Odunze. Odunze is larger than Nabers and Franklin and will be more in the mold of a DK Metcalf-type receiver for the next level. Additionally, he is big and fast, particularly on go routes where he can outrun and outstrength defenders deep and in the air.

Odunze has still found production following the injury to fellow receiver Jalen McMillan, who is another likely draftable talent in 2024. Odunze is similar to Nabers in that he’s shown significant improvement again in his final college season, already with 907 yards in 8 games and 7 touchdowns to his name. He is a deep ball threat who won’t need a crazy amount of touches to give you 70+ yards. He’s a physical beast with the stature to match his talents. He and Nabers will both be considerable after the top three or four picks in next year’s rookie drafts.

1.09 RB Jonathon Brooks, Texas

We head back to the running back position here late in the first round. Next up is Bijan Robinson‘s replacement, Jonathon Brooks finding himself worthy of this pick. Brooks has multiple 100-yard rushing games and also multiple 90+ yardage games for the Longhorns this season. Ultimately, taking over a talented backfield that includes prospects such as CJ Baxter and Jaydon Blue.

Furthermore, Brooks already has nearly 1,000 yards through 8 games and has also contributed 22 catches in the receiving game. He certainly has some speed strength. However, his downhill momentum and vision should give managers a playable asset for the duration of his rookie contract. Seeing exactly how he tests at the NFL Combine may push him even further up or slightly down. However, this feels like a locked-in Day 2 draft talent who is a late first-rounder for Superflex rookie draft purposes.

1.10 RB Blake Corum, Michigan

A familiar Big 10 running back name to take here in the late first, Michigan’s Blake Corum is a running back who just does a lot of things right. He’s got a stout build and impressive between-the-tackles strength. Not to mention, of course, he was in the Heisman discussion most of the 2022 season.

Overall, he is a strong running back and an NFL team will be getting a player who fits multiple rushing schemes and fights for his yardage. He may not have the largest ceiling, but he does have a pretty secure floor as long as he receives Day 2 capital. Some managers may even consider him above Brooks and Henderson at this time, but Corum’s athleticism and style feel more like a good 1B or a Brian Robinson-like 1A at running back. He will see carries and may contribute a catch or two, but his main traits are meant to wear down defenses and provide fantasy managers consistency week to week.

1.11 QB Quinn Ewers, Texas

We return to the quarterback position here towards the end of this Superflex first round, taking Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers in the process. Ewers has staved off talented backups in Malik Murphy and Arch Manning on this Longhorns squad, throwing for 13 touchdowns and only 3 interceptions on the season.

Ewers certainly has the arm strength and ability to make any throw. However, his processing may take a year or two of developing before he can be thrown into an NFL game and produce for fantasy football purposes. This is a quarterback with a Kirk Cousins ceiling, but also a Josh Rosen floor. He needs to go somewhere that will develop him, and that may come from a team with an early Day 2 pick.

With that in mind, Ewers being towards the back of the first or the early second round is a proper value of his talents at this time. We saw Will Levis have a similar outlook going into rookie draft season last year, then have a fantastic NFL debut. In the end, have some patience with Ewers and all these quarterbacks with desirable traits.

1.12 WR Troy Franklin, Oregon

Our final Superflex pick here in this mock is Oregon’s Troy Franklin. He is a wide receiver who raises our total of wide receivers taken here in the first to four. As has been said, Franklin has a slight frame similar to the previously mentioned Nabers. However, you can’t deny players who get open and are faster than everyone else on the field.

Franklin runs away from defenders and seemingly has impressive body control both in the air and at the line of scrimmage. Additionally, he makes impressive cuts downfield and similar to the other wide receivers mentioned, is on pace to outperform and plaster his previous receiving and touchdown totals. All things considered, Franklin is a wonderful piece to get here at the 1.12, a wide receiver with talent who can inject youth and hopefully sustain the league champion future at the position.

There it is, a Superflex rookie mock draft dominated by different types of wide receiver talent, and impressive quarterbacks to give the first round a lot of depth and intrigue. Comparing this class to others isn’t wise at this stage, especially without clarity on who will declare for the draft or return. These players are all talented, but for personal or unforeseen reasons, may find themselves back in college for another year.

We haven’t even discussed talents such as Cam Ward of Washington State, Trey Benson of Florida State, or fellow Seminole Keon Coleman at wide receiver. At this stage, 2024 looks like it could be a very talented class, a class filled with depth at each position. The high-end ability is there towards the top of the class, but don’t sleep on the rest of the first round after Williams and Harrison Jr. are taken. This class can give you starters at multiple positions, invest in them, or sell your picks with a proper high value. Stay tuned for more mock drafts and real drafts throughout the draft process and beyond.

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