While the focus of the college football world should be on the upcoming New Year’s Six bowl games, the nature of the sport in 2023 dictates the 2024 NFL draft cycle be at the forefront of the national conversation.
Several Oregon Ducks have entered their names into the 2024 NFL draft pool and have opted out of the Fiesta Bowl. However, Bo Nix, Bucky Irving and Brandon Dorlus have said they will play in the Fiesta Bowl despite their intention to turn pro.
Ian Valentino, of Pro Football Network, released a seven-round 2024 mock draft earlier this week, and several Oregon Ducks are included. Below, I’ve listed all of the Ducks Valentino named and laid out how I feel about each evaluation.