Junior USC Trojans star quarterback Caleb Williams hasn’t officially declared for the 2024 NFL draft yet, but many expect him to make it official soon. He opted out of the Trojans’ bowl game against Louisville, with the thought process being to avoid any injuries during a meaningless game.
Williams is expected to be one of the top picks in the upcoming NFL draft, making it even more likely that he enters. With the NFL season now over, we have a more clear picture of where he may land.
The Chicago Bears have the first pick in the draft, but they already have a quarterback in Justin Fields. Chicago will likely stay with Fields, so they have options with the selection.
They can either take a different position with the first pick or trade it to a team that needs a quarterback. If Chicago opts to keep the pick, the Washington Commanders hold the second overall selection.
Unlike Chicago, Washington does need a quarterback, and this is where Williams could fit in. The Commanders have been desperately looking for their franchise guy for years, and Williams would fit the bill well.