JC Latham selected in first round of 2024 NFL Draft, adding to Alabama's historic draft legacy
There was zero consensus about where JC Latham would end up … other than somewhere in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Some mocks had him going in the top 5, to a team willing to trade up to land a potential franchise tackle. Other mocks had Latham being selected near the end of the opening round.
Now we know. The Tennessee Titans selected Latham with the No. 7 overall pick Thursday night.
He’s the second offensive lineman off the board to begin the 2024 draft, joining former Notre Dame tackle Joe Alt. In 3 seasons with the Crimson Tide, Latham appeared in 41 games and made 27 consecutive starts over the last 2 years.
Latham is arguably the strongest player in the class and has the potential to be a brick-wall-like blocker in pass protection for the Titans. He’s a mauler with long arms and massive hands.
Latham adds to the Tide’s historic draft run. Alabama has produced at least 1 first-round pick for 16 consecutive years — extending its NFL record. Latham became the ninth offensive lineman selected in the first round during that streak.
Will he stay at right tackle or change sides? That’s to be determined. The 6-6, 360-pound junior was a second-team All-American and a first-team All-SEC pick in 2023, realizing the potential he promised as a 5-start recruit in 2021.
Latham’s highlight reel tells the tale, and some NFL scouts believe he’s versatile enough to move inside, where his natural run-blocking skills would shine even more than his ability to pass protect.
As a Titans fan I can say they reached on this one. That’s why we suck every year. Could have gotten this guy in the 3rd
Yea I’m sure you know more than NFL general managers and scouts. This dude is a freak! NO way he makes it out of the top 20. But we have come to expect nothing less from Tennessee fans.
SEC123 you are an idiot. Most every Mock Draft had him going in the first round, but you in your infinite stupidity think he could have been drafted 2 rounds later. You show your stupidity every time you make a comment or reply.
Son we are taking NFL not college. Just stick with your Birmingham Barons or whatever you got done there. This is above your pay grade
Anybody who thought Latham would last to the 3rd round has zero credibility when it comes to the draft. Clearly Bama has caused you enough pain to cloud your objectivity.