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Here are some of the things we learned in April 2024 from the NFL draft, including a few key picks and surprises.
Here are some of the things we learned from the 2024 NFL Draft that took place in Detroit, Michigan, in late April, which saw a record 700,000 people show up over the three-day event, 275,000 of which were in attendance as day one's action unfolded.
Let's dive straight in and take a quick look at a few key picks and surprises from the draft, which saw quarterbacks Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and Drake Maye getting picked first, second, and third, respectively.
Key takeaways from the 2024 NFL Draft
The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft saw the Chicago Bears pick the first of six quarterbacks in the top 12 picks, Caleb Williams from USC. The Commanders' first pick (second overall pick) was Jayden Daniels, followed by the Patriots picking Drake Maye, the Falcons picking Michael Penix Jr, the Vikings picking J.J. McCarthy, and the Broncos picking Bo Nix.
It was the first time in NFL Draft history that five quarterbacks were selected with the first ten picks. It was also the fourth time in NFL Draft history that teams selected signal-callers with the first three picks.
Most teams ensured at least one franchise-altering move, which will help them continue to improve their margins. The New York Jets made Alabama safety the league's newest Mr Irrelevant, with Jalen Key as the 257th pick. It was the Jets' first Mr Irrelevant pick since 1969.
One of the biggest surprises this year was when the Falcons selected Penix Jr. in the 8th pick.
Who will win the 2024/25 NFL Super Bowl?
The quickest, easiest, and most reliable way to find out which team will most likely be next season's Super Bowl winner is to compare some of the best NFL betting lines for this particular market.
For example, the Kansas City Chiefs are the current odds-on favourites to win the 2024 Super Bowl, followed by the San Francisco 49ers (second odds-on favourites), the Baltimore Ravens, and the Detroit Bengals.
Here's what the latest average odds and implied probability rates currently look like for the top three favourite teams:
Which players will most likely win the offensive/defensive rookie of the year award?
Based on the latest average odds, it's looking most likely that number 1 NFL draft pick Caleb Williams will win the Offensive Rookie of the Year award at +135 (2.35 or 27/20) with a 42.60% implied probability rate. In comparison, the second odds-on favourite to win this award is Jayden Daniels at +600 (7.00 or 6/1) with a 14.30% IPR.
The Defensive Rookie of the Year award will most likely go to Dallas Turner. He's the odds-on favourite, currently priced at around +450 (5.50 or 9/2) with an 18.20% IPR. The second odds-on favourite, Laiatu Latu, is currently priced at around +500 (6.00 or 5/1) with a 16.70% IPR.
Final thoughts
The upcoming 2024/25 NFL regular season is set to get underway on Thursday, September 5, when the current reigning champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, host the Baltimore Ravens.
If you decide to place a wager on any upcoming NFL markets, don't forget to do plenty of research before betting. Also, remember that the odds are subject to change at any time, and betting on the favourites doesn't always guarantee a return on your initial stake.
Here are some of the things we learned from the 2024 NFL Draft that took place in Detroit, Michigan, in late April, which saw a record 700,000 people show up over the three-day event, 275,000 of which were in attendance as day one's action unfolded.
Let's dive straight in and take a quick look at a few key picks and surprises from the draft, which saw quarterbacks Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and Drake Maye getting picked first, second, and third, respectively.
Key takeaways from the 2024 NFL Draft
The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft saw the Chicago Bears pick the first of six quarterbacks in the top 12 picks, Caleb Williams from USC. The Commanders' first pick (second overall pick) was Jayden Daniels, followed by the Patriots picking Drake Maye, the Falcons picking Michael Penix Jr, the Vikings picking J.J. McCarthy, and the Broncos picking Bo Nix.
It was the first time in NFL Draft history that five quarterbacks were selected with the first ten picks. It was also the fourth time in NFL Draft history that teams selected signal-callers with the first three picks.
Most teams ensured at least one franchise-altering move, which will help them continue to improve their margins. The New York Jets made Alabama safety the league's newest Mr Irrelevant, with Jalen Key as the 257th pick. It was the Jets' first Mr Irrelevant pick since 1969.
One of the biggest surprises this year was when the Falcons selected Penix Jr. in the 8th pick.
Who will win the 2024/25 NFL Super Bowl?
The quickest, easiest, and most reliable way to find out which team will most likely be next season's Super Bowl winner is to compare some of the best NFL betting lines for this particular market.
For example, the Kansas City Chiefs are the current odds-on favourites to win the 2024 Super Bowl, followed by the San Francisco 49ers (second odds-on favourites), the Baltimore Ravens, and the Detroit Bengals.
Here's what the latest average odds and implied probability rates currently look like for the top three favourite teams:
- Bet type: 2024/25 NFL Super Bowl winner. Team: Kansas City Chiefs. Odds: +500 (American/moneyline odds), 6.50 (decimal odds), 11/2 (fractional odds). Implied probability rate (IPR): 15.40%
- Bet type: 2024/25 NFL Super Bowl winner. Team: San Francisco 49ers. Odds: +650 (American/moneyline odds), 7.50 (decimal odds), 13/12 (fractional odds). IPR: 13.30%
- Bet type: 2024/25 NFL Super Bowl winner. Team: Baltimore Ravens. Odds: +1000 (American/moneyline odds), 11.10 (decimal odds), 10/1 (fractional odds). IPR: 9.10%
Which players will most likely win the offensive/defensive rookie of the year award?
Based on the latest average odds, it's looking most likely that number 1 NFL draft pick Caleb Williams will win the Offensive Rookie of the Year award at +135 (2.35 or 27/20) with a 42.60% implied probability rate. In comparison, the second odds-on favourite to win this award is Jayden Daniels at +600 (7.00 or 6/1) with a 14.30% IPR.
The Defensive Rookie of the Year award will most likely go to Dallas Turner. He's the odds-on favourite, currently priced at around +450 (5.50 or 9/2) with an 18.20% IPR. The second odds-on favourite, Laiatu Latu, is currently priced at around +500 (6.00 or 5/1) with a 16.70% IPR.
Final thoughts
The upcoming 2024/25 NFL regular season is set to get underway on Thursday, September 5, when the current reigning champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, host the Baltimore Ravens.
If you decide to place a wager on any upcoming NFL markets, don't forget to do plenty of research before betting. Also, remember that the odds are subject to change at any time, and betting on the favourites doesn't always guarantee a return on your initial stake.
