All eyes are on Jayden Daniels as the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner prepares to showcase his skills at LSU’s Pro Day on Wednesday. While his performance on the field will undoubtedly draw attention, Daniels is also scheduled to engage with several NFL teams immediately after his Pro Day. Among the teams slated to meet with him are the Washington Commanders, New England Patriots, New York Giants, Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, and Las Vegas Raiders.
Throughout the draft evaluation process, Daniels has emerged as a highly intriguing prospect, particularly following his standout season with the Tigers that culminated in him winning the Heisman Trophy. While USC’s Caleb Williams has been widely projected as the potential No. 1 pick,
Daniels has consistently been considered a strong candidate to follow closely behind, with the Washington Commanders currently holding the No. 2 selection.
In recent mock drafts by six NFL Draft experts, Daniels has been forecasted as the second pick in all but one scenario. Presently, Daniels holds the No. 6 ranking among given the projection of his performance and is regarded as the third-ranked quarterback, trailing behind Williams and UNC’s Drake Maye.
As the 2024 NFL Draft approaches, the speculation surrounding Jayden Daniels’ potential landing spot intensifies. Widely projected as a top-five selection, the teams scheduled to meet with him signal his high draft stock. Leading the pack is Washington at No. 2, followed by the New England Patriots at No. 3, and the New York Giants at No. 6.
Beyond the top-10 picks, the Minnesota Vikings (No. 11), Denver Broncos (No. 12), and Las Vegas Raiders (No.13) are also expressing interest. Of particular note is Minnesota’s recent trade for the No. 23 pick from the Texans, suggesting a possible maneuver to secure a higher draft position for a quarterback. While Daniels has yet to meet with teams, his off-the-field demeanor will play a crucial role in shaping their impressions of him during these meetings following his Pro Day.