The 1983 class is still discussed with reverence after it included John Elway, Jim Kelly, Dan Marino and three other first-round picks. Conversely, the 2022 class was seen as and has been confirmed as the worst quarterback crop of the last quarter-century, as evidenced by Kenny Pickett being the only first-round pick.

The Patriots could have had the number-one pick in this draft, but thanks to their win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 18 of the 2024 season, they now have the fourth selection. That means they'll be holding their breath to see if one of the best non-quarterback prospects falls in their lap.