J.J. McCarthy and the Commanders are connected in an unexpected 2024 NFL Draft twist
There could be other quarterbacks vying for the No. 2 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, aside from Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels.
The NFL Network reported on Monday that there is a “popular” theory among team executives that the Commanders, who own the second-overall pick in next month’s draft, will select former Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy. This theory is being discussed as NFL personnel gather in Orlando, Florida, for the annual league meetings this week.
“Everyone is always attempting to ascertain what the other teams are doing, particularly during the top of the selection. The most common response for what they do at No. 2 when I’ve had talks with executives from other teams who are familiar with [first-year Washington general manager] Adam Peters and the circumstances is J.J.