Mike Sando

Kirk Cousins' latest jackpot contract has already moved the Atlanta Falcons' new quarterback past Philip Rivers, Peyton Manning, Ben Roethlisberger

NFL free agency continues, but with the major signings and trades complete, it's time to check in with executives around the league for thoughts on all 32 teams' moves to this point.

The 6-foot-2, 219-pound prospect was the fifth quarterback selected within the top 10 selections. It was the first time in the common draft era (since 1967) that five QBs flew off the board that early.

The Atlanta Falcons made a surprising selection taking former Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

With the 2024 NFL Draft behind us, it's time to check in with executives around the league for perspectives on the key developments.

One exec told The Athletic the issue with the selection isn't related to Penix's talent or potential, but rather the team-building strategy.

One exec told The Athletic the issue with the selection isn't related to Penix's talent or potential, but rather the confusing team-building philosophy.

Execs were split on the Pats choosing Drake Maye over a boatload of picks, and they had questions about the Raiders taking TE Brock Bowers.

The move could bolster the Bills' game-management processes relating to rules and replay.

History suggests Caleb Williams has a good chance of succeeding, but the odds are against the rest of a historic 2024 rookie QB class.