The free agency frenzy has calmed down, meaning the short- and long-term needs for all 32 franchises are coming into focus as we head toward the 2024 NFL Draft (April 25-27 in Detroit).

The trade of Justin Fields to Pittsburgh locks in Chicago’s selection of a quarterback — likely USC’s Caleb Williams — with the No. 1 overall pick. Trading for veteran receiver Keenan Allen, who was at Williams’ pro day, will help the rookie’s transition to the NFL. So will DJ Moore, who was part of last year’s trade with Carolina involving the 2023 first overall pick. The Bears could use more depth at receiver, though, and a left tackle to compete with Braxton Jones. On defense, Chicago would benefit from the addition of an edge rusher to complement Montez Sweat and a defensive tackle who can get after the quarterback.

The Commanders will have their pick of the remaining quarterback prospects after Caleb Williams is presumably selected by the Bears at No. 1 overall. Trading Sam Howell to Seattle improved fourth- and sixth-round picks to third- and fifth-rounders, respectively, which can help them meet their needs for an offensive tackle, receiver and/or tight end. Defensive-minded head coach Dan Quinn is always on the lookout for speedy edge rushers, even after Dorance Armstrong and Dante Fowler Jr. followed him in the move from Dallas to the nation’s capital. The team signed two free-agent corners for depth (Michael Davis and James Pierre) but won’t turn down a potential starter.

Mac Jones is now in Jacksonville and Bailey Zappe projects as an NFL backup, so the Patriots will likely take a third quarterback off the board with their first pick. The to-be-named signal-caller will need a new starting left tackle (with Trent Brown leaving in free agency) and probably won’t complain if the team selects another receiver. New England’s new regime re-signed some key defenders and placed the transition tag on safety Kyle Dugger, but the Patriots could also add a corner and a defensive tackle to work behind 2025 free agents Christian Barmore and Davon Godchaux.

The Cardinals must leave the first round with an elite receiver and invest another mid-round pick in the position — as well as at running back — because of their lack of depth. They signed former Bengal Jonah Williams to play left tackle but need another starting-caliber guard. Picking up a true stopper at corner is also high on the priority list, as is a safety in case Budda Baker leaves as a free agent after the 2024 season. Second-year head coach Jonathan Gannon’s defensive front is still a work in progress.

Longtime Chargers receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams were cap casualties, and the inconsistency of last year’s top pick, wideout Quentin Johnston, means this new regime will look for multiple pass catchers. Adding a back to complement former Raven Gus Edwards and improving the offensive line depth will be necessary if head coach Jim Harbaugh wants to run the ball as effectively as he did with Michigan in its title campaign. The defense still lacks difference-makers along the line and at cornerback, with the latter need more pressing as Asante Samuel Jr. approaches a contract year.

The Giants are examining this year’s quarterback class due to Daniel Jones’ injury history and inconsistent play. They could bring in a rookie even after extending Jones last offseason and signing free-agent QB Drew Lock this offseason. If Big Blue doesn’t take a quarterback at No. 6, general manager Joe Schoen will have a tough time passing on receivers in the first round. The team could also use another running back to work with Devin Singletary, as well as offensive linemen to push the veterans signed as insurance. The defense might need contributions from rookies at corner, safety and defensive tackle.

Second-year general manager Ran Carthon addressed the team’s need at cornerback by signing free agent Chidobe Awuzie and trading for L’Jarius Sneed. He could land a starting left tackle in the first round before potentially selecting a receiver to back up 2025 free agent DeAndre Hopkins with his lone Day 2 pick (a second-rounder, as the Titans’ third-rounder was part of the trade to move up for Will Levis last year). Among the potential Day 3 needs: immediate contributors at defensive tackle, linebacker and tight end.

Signing Kirk Cousins will improve Atlanta’s quarterback play (assuming he’s healthy after last year’s Achilles injury), but the team could benefit from snagging a promising young backup in this draft after shipping Desmond Ridder to Arizona. The Falcons’ first-round selection will likely fill their need at edge rusher, which would make finding a starting cornerback the highest priority on Day 2. Selecting a defensive tackle is a must, as well, with the remaining picks potentially aimed at safety, linebacker and a developmental offensive tackle.

The Jets are building around future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers with plenty of new faces along the offensive line, including left tackle Tyron Smith, right tackle Morgan Moses and guard John Simpson. They could select another tackle if they’re unsure of the depth behind the two veterans. Rodgers might appreciate another receiver and/or a more dynamic tight end on the roster. Turnover at safety makes the position a priority, the linebacking corps could be bulked up and selecting a cornerback or pass rusher of value is never a bad thing.

Following Kirk Cousins’ relocation to Atlanta, the Vikings traded with Houston for a second first-round pick (No. 23 overall) with the plan of providing more flexibility in finding a young future starting quarterback to compete with veteran Sam Darnold. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah will likely look for a starting guard and multiple defensive contributors for a revamped front seven on Day 2 and early Day 3. He has a handful of picks late on Day 3 to potentially add cornerback depth and a speedy receiver to work with 2025 free agent Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, a 2023 first-round pick.

The short reign of Russell Wilson in Denver is now over, so a new quarterback will likely be found either at this spot or after a trade. The Broncos were not serious players in the free-agent market due to the dead money from Wilson’s contract. They also lost their second-round pick this year in the trade for head coach Sean Payton. Look for Denver to address edge rusher, cornerback, the defensive line and offensive tackle (LT Garett Bolles is a free agent in 2025) later in the draft.