Bucky Brooks' top five 2024 NFL Draft prospects by position 2.0: Quinyon Mitchell flies up fluid CB board

With the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine in the rearview and pro days in full swing, here's my updated snapshot of the top five prospects at each major position in the 2024 NFL Draft class.

One thing you'll notice in this edition of these rankings is that I've added two new position groups: slot receivers and nickelbacks. Both have essentially become starting roles in today's pass-happy NFL, so it's high time to assess the top prospects at each spot.

NOTE: Up/down arrows below reflect movement from my February rankings.

OFFENSE: Quarterbacks | Running Backs | Wide Receivers | Slot Receivers | Tight Ends | Tackles | Interior Blockers

DEFENSE: Edges | Defensive Tackles | Linebackers | Cornerbacks | Nickelbacks | Safeties

This QB crop features several intriguing prospects with franchise-player potential. Williams is the crown jewel of the class as an athletic gunslinger with elite playmaking skills. Although his 2023 season was somewhat of a letdown after the high of his 2022 Heisman run, the USC standout has All-Pro-caliber talent. Daniels' slender frame might give some teams pause, but interested suitors will be smitten with his dynamic playmaking potential. The reigning Heisman Trophy winner dazzles on the perimeter as a dual-threat quarterback with elite talents as a runner and passer. Maye is coming off a disappointing final campaign in Chapel Hill, but he commands plenty of attention in scouting circles due to his prototypical dimensions and exceptional arm talent. As an athletic dropback passer with natural playmaking skills, the 6-foot-4 3/8, 223-pounder possesses the raw attributes most NFL coordinators covet at the position. McCarthy is climbing the charts as a winning quarterback (SEE: 27-1 record as a starter at Michigan)