Michigan Football NFL Draft Declaration Tracker 2024: Updates on JJ McCarthy, Blake Corum and more

The NFL Draft has had a healthy dose of Michigan players since Jim Harbaugh took over. Just last year, for the 2023 NFL Draft, nine Wolverines were selected.

The 2024 draft could see a repeat of this feat with a talented Michigan team playing in the College Football Playoff National Championship against the Washington Huskies.

The NFL Draft has become more surprising with the hyper-value of quarterbacks and receivers, and the more direct meddling of NFL owners in selecting players. Yet, it will be no surprise if a haul of Michigan players are selected.

Michigan players' current outlook for 2024 NFL Draft

JJ McCarthy QB

After his decision was a topic of discussion, ever since Michigan's title win, McCarthy ended all the debates by declaring for the 2024 NFL Draft. Although scouts have mixed reactions on how McCarthy ranks among the top quarterbacks in this year's draft, his decision-making, and accuracy is sure to rank him high.

Blake Corum RB

Running back is an undervalued position currently in the NFL. This will not stop Michigan’s Blake Corum from attempting to put on a show in the national championship for NFL teams. Corum is the best all-around running back in the 2024 draft, but his injury history could have him slide into the second round.

Rod Moore S

Michigan's safety Rod Moore has a high IQ for the position and has virtually no flaws in his game. He is a bit undersized though at 5'11" and 170 lbs. His play-making ability has him as a 1st round talent, but he could slide to the second round if the need for safeties isn’t there in this draft.

LaDarius Henderson LT

Henderson is an elite offensive lineman, but is projected to shuffle into left guard instead of playing his current position of left tackle in the NFL. This is very common for the NFL Draft, where college tackles move to guard in the NFL to gain experience before they take on the tackle role.

Henderson does have this upside and plays on the more valuable left side. He is projected for the second round.

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Zak Zinter RG

Zak Zinter is in the opposite situation as his teammate, Henderson. Zinter is a true right guard and a beast at the position. It's just that the NFL value for right guard compared to other offensive positions is low.

Zinter could rise to a second-round pick by showcasing himself in the national championship game and having a solid combine. A team like the Miami Dolphins with a left-handed quarterback in Tua Tagovailoa would help his draft stock. Otherwise, he may slip to the third round.

Donovan Edwards RB

Michigan's other running back could easily be drafted before Blake Corum depending on team needs. Corum is more akin to a power runner, while Edwards is more versatile in the passing game.

It will really depend on whether the NFL sees Edwards as a better fit for them than Corum. A team like the Tennessee Titans already has power running back Derrick Henry, and Edwards would be a good change of pace back in that type of situation.

Trente Jones, OL

Joining multiple Michigan stars in taking the step to the big leagues is OL Trente Jones. Originally from the 2019 recruiting class, Jones played an important part in the Wolverines' run this season starting at right guard for the Rose Bowl as well as the national championship game.

Romain Wilson, WR

Wilson declared for the 2024 NFL draft as Michigan's leading receiver this season with 789 yards, and 12 touchdowns. Wilson was an integral part of Michigan's title run, and put up 73 yards and a touchdown in the Wolverines' Rose Bowl comeback against Alabama.

Drake Nugent, C

A first-team All-B1G member, and a Rimington Trophy finalist in 2023, Nugent declared for the NFL Draft after one season at Michigan. Nugent started every game for the Wolverines this year, and will leave college football as a national champion.

Kris Jenkins, DL

A star on Michigan's defense, Jenkins was honored with a second-team All Big Ten mention and put up 37 tackles, 4.5 TFL's and 2.5 sacks this season. Jenkins was part of the fifth-best rush defense in the country, and the best total defense in college football. Jenkins leaves the Wolverines with one year of eligibility left.

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