The 2024 NFL Draft has officially kicked off, and the first round was a whirlwind of surprises. Several draft records were set Thursday night, and all of the chaos resulted in quite a few talented players falling out of the first round. Here are the 10 best remaining players heading into the second round.
Cooper DeJean, CB - Iowa
This had to be the biggest surprise, at least as it relates to players who weren’t taken on Thursday. Cooper DeJean was considered by some to be the best defensive back in the draft, though everyone had different thoughts on where he actually fits in the NFL.