2024 NFL Draft | Rookie Wide Receiver Rankings: Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers, Rome Odunze and More
We have compiled every wide receiver in the 2024 NFL Draft who we believe has a shot to be drafted in the first two rounds and ranked them for you.
1. Marvin Harrison Jr., Ohio State
Harrison is in a league of his own, even in a class with a lot of high-end receiver talent. I've been doing this a long time, and since I've been evaluating prospects, there are only two wide receivers I've been this confident in. They are Calvin Johnson and Mike Evans.
Harrison is more of a sure thing than every wideout that has come out during that time aside from those two. There is no doubt he'll be the top wide receiver drafted in this class.
2. Malik Nabers, LSU
Nabers would be the top wideout in a ton of drafts. Just not this one. In 2024, he is in a tier of his own. There is a significant gap between Harrison and Nabers and an even bigger gap between Nabers and the rest of the wideouts.
He is a special athlete who can have an impact anywhere on the field with an elite ability to create separation. You also have a problem on your hands after he catches the ball if you're a defense. At just 20 years old, he's a lock to be a top-10 pick in this draft.
3. Rome Odunze, Washington
There is a chance that Odunze could also sneak into the top 10 in this draft. He's a special player in his own right, even if he is a bit overshadowed by Harrison and Nabers.
His production and size slate him in as a potential high-end WR1 on the next level. However, he isn't quite as much of a sure thing as those guys. We can see a world where he comes into the league as a very good player, but not necessarily a special player.
4. Brian Thomas, LSU
Thomas was overshadowed by Nabers at LSU but is an outstanding prospect in his own right. His film shows an incredible athlete with a rare combination of quickness and body control for a guy who is 6'3. His pedigree coming from LSU also boosts our confidence a bit in his ability to transition to the next level.
Some are concerned that he was the beneficiary of not seeing WR1 coverages in college but we don't believe that will prove to be an issue for him to overcome.
5. Xavier Legette, NC State
We understand the red flags with Legette. At 23 years old he broke out in college during his fifth year while previously doing next to nothing. Nonetheless, his film from last year was ridiculous and his measurables only backed that up.
Watching him play in 2023 is simply incredible. Even with all the concerns it's hard to imagine someone doesn't take a shot on him in the first round. There was nothing he didn't do great before and after the catch.
6. Ladd McConkey, Georgia
McConkey is a strange case because his skill set and measurables translate perfectly to the NFL, however, he wasn't overly productive at Georgia. He is a strong route runner, with excellent size, speed and good hands who dominated at the Senior Bowl.
It's hard to understand why he wasn't a bigger part of the offense in college. There are definitely red flags here, but he could also have a very high ceiling on the next level.
7. Xavier Worthy, Texas
This is the type of prospect I generally like to avoid. Still, his film is very good and he was clearly the focal point of the passing attack in Texas. This year at the NFL Combine, he ran the fastest 40-time ever recorded - which is great, but he broke John Ross' record which shows a great 40-time doesn't necessarily translate to NFL success.
His 5'11, 165-pound frame is very concerning and could massively limit him in the NFL. We did just see Tank Dell have a monster stretch in 2023 though, so it can be done. We aren't confident that Worthy will find success in the NFL, however, we are acknowledging the upside.
8. Adonai Mitchell, Texas
A lot of scouts love Mitchell, but I was unimpressed with his film. You can see why people would love his potential, however, it's his mentality that concerns me. Far too often he comes off as disengaged, lacking intensity, and unreliable. Maybe he lands in the right spot and a coach can fix that. Still, that's not something you want to see.
He was also clearly the WR2 at Texas behind Worthy and is being pushed up draft boards due to his measurables and athleticism. Those things are great, but we aren't sure he's good enough at football to be projected as high as he currently is.
9. Troy Franklin, Oregon
Franklin has a shot to far outplay this ranking. If he's going to do so, he's going to have to get significantly stronger. There is no denying his prowess as a potential deep threat, however, we don't see the potential for much versatility on the next level if he doesn't bulk up.
He is too easily knocked off his route and muscled by defensive backs at 6'2, 176 pounds. His athleticism and skill as a deep threat are impressive, but he's too lean to be anything more than a guy who carves out a niche role in the NFL.
10. Keon Coleman, Florida State
Coleman is an interesting prospect because he has the size and skill to be a great wide receiver. If you watch his film, in some games you'd swear he has to be a first-round pick, then in others you wouldn't even know he's on the field.
The lack of consistency is a major concern. He could surprise a lot of people on the next level if he can play to his potential on a weekly basis.
11. Roman Wilson, Michigan
Like his teammates in this draft, we just don't see the upside or physical skill there for Wilson to be a stud on the next level. That's not to say that he can't carve out a role in an offense, but he's never going to become a top guy.
His ceiling is a reliable pass-catcher who does everything well but nothing spectacular. That can make him a valuable player for a team, just not what you're looking for when you draft a wideout in the second round.
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