Headlined by Heisman-candidate, the Washington Huskies have placed four players on Pro Football. PFF sees Penix going to the Atlanta Falcons with the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Penix’s top two targets, Rome Odunze and Ja’Lynn Polk are also listed as first-round picks along with Troy Fautanu to the Seattle Seahawks with the 25th pick.
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The scouting service lists Fautanu as an interior offensive lineman, citing him as the top player at that position. Penix would be the 4th quarterback taken on the first day of the draft. Odunze would be the 3rd receiver taken behind Ohio State’s Marvin Harrison, Jr. and LSU’s Malik Nabers, while Polk would be the 6th receiver off the board.
Here’s what PFF had to say about each Husky player.
Penix–13th Pick to Atlanta
The Falcons could use a pass-rusher, and they have their pick of the litter here in this mock. But after rotating through both Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke with limited success, their top focus will be quarterback. Arthur Smith may prefer a veteran, but the good veterans aren’t typically available. Penix has been a flamethrower this season with 22 big-time throws.
Odunze–15th Pick to Indianapolis
Flip a coin between cornerback and wide receiver at this spot. The Colts can’t lose either way with who could be on the board. Odunze is an athletic 6-foot-3, 215-pound receiver who can play all three spots (X, Z and Y). He would be a big get for quarterback Anthony Richardson when he returns.
Fautanu–15th Pick to Seattle
“After making a move for Leonard Williams at the trade deadline, the Seahawks are all-in on their current winning window with Geno Smith at quarterback. That should last for at least one more year, and if that’s the case, their first-round pick should be an offensive lineman, particularly on the interior.
Fautanu plays left tackle at Washington right now, but his home in the NFL will likely be at guard or center. With top-tier foot and hand speed, along with great balance, he could be an early starter for Seattle on the inside.”
Polk–31st Pick to Kansas City
“Polk has evolved into one of the most impressive deep-threat and contested-catch players in college football. In Washington’s vertical offense, he’s hauled in eight of his 11 contested opportunities and caught 96.5% of the catchable passes thrown his way. He would be a welcomed and reliable vertical threat for Mahomes and company.”
