Senior Bowl Standouts and Decline in Underclassmen Draft Declarations

Notable performances from Guyton, Powers-Johnson, and Mitchell on Day 1 of Senior Bowl; fewer underclassmen in draft due to NIL deals.

Offensive linemen Tyler Guyton and Jackson Powers-Johnson stood out on the first day of the 2024 Senior Bowl, with Guyton showcasing his pass protection skills and Powers-Johnson dominating at both guard and center.
Defensive back Quinyon Mitchell from Toledo continued to impress with his ability to disrupt plays and lock down receivers during one-on-one sessions.
Other notable performances came from Oregon State tackle Taliese Fuaga, Duke defensive lineman DeWayne Carter, and Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey.
Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy noted a significant drop in underclassmen declaring for the draft, attributing this to lucrative NIL deals incentivizing players to stay in school for another year.
Nagy suggested that teams with Day 3 picks might consider trading and moving up in the first four rounds due to the decreased pool of draftable players.