2024 NFL Draft: Two local players projected as first-round picks

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — One player from the University of Oregon and one player from Oregon State University are both projected to be drafted in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

University of Oregon quarterback Bo Nix is expected to be drafted by the Minnesota Vikings or the Denver Broncos, according to multiple analysts. Nix threw for 4,508 yards and 45 touchdowns while only giving up three interceptions in his final year as an Oregon Duck. He also ran for 234 yards and another 6 rushing touchdowns in 2023.