2024 NFL combine preview: Future fantasy football stars to watch - ESPN

Your football fandom could be experiencing a sense of déjà vu. The Chiefs hoisted the Lombardi Trophy just over two weeks ago. And this year's incoming class of rookies is brimming with talent at the quarterback position. Narratives leading into this year's NFL combine sound deceptively similar to those we sifted through in 2023. While the thematic similarities are evident, the specifics are quite different.

Going deep on the details isn't as overwhelming as one might believe, though. Not with pros like Matt Bowen diving deep on each prospect while staying mindful of the evolving NFL landscape. Bowen, a seven-year NFL vet, serves as one of ESPN's draft experts. He has already spent a week in Mobile, Alabama, for the Senior Bowl and will have his discerning eye on the action in Indianapolis.

I asked him which incoming rookies he thought could make a splash at Lucas Oil Stadium. After comparing notes, we compiled a list of names and pinpointed the events that could showcase their talents and, potentially, push them up draft boards.

Caleb Williams, USC: With his name scrawled all over USC's record books, Williams has become one of the biggest names in college football. A mobile pocket passer with elite arm strength, Williams' talent is vast and undeniable. In fact, the 2022 Heisman winner is expected to be the first overall player drafted in April. Still, no prospect is perfect. Any questions about his skill set — particularly those that contribute to him holding on to the ball too long — could have been scrutinized during the throwing portion of the combine. Reports seem to indicate, however, that Williams will not throw in Indy, choosing instead to unleash at his pro day. Williams, 22, will be on hand for interviews and