Some evaluators are concerned Johnson could be too tall and leggy to run with pro receivers, so they will be watching closely how he does against top receivers during the 2022 season. The Chiefs need to be thinking about life after Orlando Brown Jr.either in 2023 or 2024. Outside of his ball skills, versatility may be his best trait. Darnell Wright could slide in on the right side of the line from day one, or be groomed to take over for Charles Leno Jr. at LT. Detroit has a ton of expiring contracts on the second level of its defense. 1/7/23: Brown turned in a solid senior season with 66 tackles, three sacks, two forced fumbles, three interceptions and four passes broken up. If they're not willing to make him the league's highest-paid offensive tackle, they could look to replace him with the versatile and experienced Matthew Bergeron. Jr 6'2" Rice has speed, a physically-impressive frame, and can run polished routes. Boutte is an interesting prospect. He flashed in 2021, catching 33 passes for 612 yards and six touchdowns. / 315 lbs. New England Patriots | Ohio State OT Dawand Jones, 47. Round 3 added. 5 min read The Indianapolis Colts hold the No. / 310 lbs. DEN receives: Sean Payton. 1 high school player in the country a few years ago didn't have his best season in 2022, but the Clemson product still has everything you want in a formidable interior disruptor. Richardson is rawno doubt about thatbut hes also flashed some impressive skill. Houston Texans | Notre Dame EDGE Isaiah Foskey, 34. Several Jaguars defensive linemen are set to become free agents in 2023. Christian Gonzalez was a decent prospect at Colorado, but his lack of playmaking ability was a tad concerning. Jr WebThis order applies to all seven rounds of the draft with tied teams cycling positions from round to round 9 Weeks before the draft, up to a total of 32 compensatory picks are Detroits corner play on the outside has been a pleasant surprise so far this season, but they could still use a hybrid defender with the versatility to line up in the slot or at either safety spot. 6'5" O'Cyrus Torrence was a standout at Florida after transferring from Louisiana, and there's good reason to believe he'll continue to improve at the NFL level. Consensus Mock Drafts Consensus Big Boards | Player Comparison Tool. He also had nine rushing touchdowns. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 Draft Network. While still productive, J. K. Dobbins just doesn't look right after all of his knee issues. Arizona couldnt pass on Will Anderson Jr. in the first round of this NFL mock draft, but the Cardinals still have a glaring need at outside corner. While new-ish GM Ryan Poles is an offensive lineman by trade, hes valued young, star defenders above everything else so far. I wonder if the Falcons will be active in the QB market this offseason, using this top-10 pick for leverage. 1/7/23: In 2022, Hickman collected 53 tackles, an interception and seven passes broken up. 1/7/23: Scott finished up a long career at California with a strong senior year that really helped him with the NFL. 6'0" 1 overall) CHI receives: Carolina grabs its franchise quarterback. "He's 6-foot-3, 215 pounds and can win on all three levels. 7/1/22: Owens was a quality defender for the Cougars as a junior, recording 52 tackle, two interceptions and three passes defended. Carolina Panthers: Will Levis, QB, Kentucky. The Giants desperately need an infusion of talent here, and despite missing most of the 2022 season due to injury, Smith-Njigbas 2021 tape was impressive enough to warrant first-round consideration. The Ravens need to improve their WR corps and Smith-Njigba is a strong route-runner and separator who can win quickly from the slot for Jackson. 7/1/22: Hellams first saw the field in 2020, recording 62 tackles and three passes broken up. In 2021, he collected 79 tackles, four passes defended and three interceptions. With that in mind, Las Vegas adds protection for its future signal-caller in the form of Paris Johnson Jr., who was dominant at left tackle for the Buckeyes this season after moving over from right guard. 1 corner spot, and this gives Washington the perfect chance to do just that. 6/30/22: Joseph was one of 2020's breakout stars, putting together a dominant season for Northwestern. Texas Tech Team sources believe Dean will test well but think he is a better athlete than football player. He puts up 20 yards per catch, runs great routes, is super smart, an alpha, and the hardest worker on the team," an area scout told WalterFootball.com. In 2022, Young completed 65 percent of his passes for 3,328 yards, 32 touchdowns and five interceptions. Click here to jump to the Panthers' first second-round pick. The Falcons ranked last in the NFL in sack percentage in 2022 (3.61%), which was actually better than their performance in 2021 (3.03%). / 201 lbs. But I dont believe Brad Holmes is going to force the issue. As long as T.J. Watt is healthy, the Steelers defense will be just fine. Here's a roundup of first-round pick predictions from expert mock drafts for the Patriots with the No. 39 overall) With these heralded quarterback prospects should come chaos at the top of the draft, especially with the Bears owning the No. 1/7/23: In 2022, Ward totaled 54 tackles, an interception and four passes breakups. 6'0" Adam Thielen isnt getting any younger, and the Vikings should find a younger understudy to eventually take over as Justin Jeffersons running mate at receiver. / 310 lbs. Steen was a 3-year starter at Vanderbilt before transferring to Alabama for his final season. Alabama He is extremely inaccurate, especially in the short to intermediate part of the field. 2023 NFL Mock Draft Last update: Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022. Duncan has good quickness and athleticism to be an edge blocker at the pro level. If the Lions dont value the remaining quarterback prospects as potential successors to Jared Goff, dont be surprised if theyre willing to move down here. Los Angeles Rams | Georgia EDGE Nolan Smith, 37. Anderson is a dominant force off the edge who could have easily been last years No. Branch played well in 2021, showing size and cover skills while recording 55 tackles and nine passes broken up. I can easily see a trade happening in the offseason or during the draft. 9 overall), 2023 2nd-round pick (No. 2023 NFL Draft predictions including pick-by-pick analysis from CBS Sports NFL experts. 7/1/22: Dean has been a steady contributor for the Gators over the past four seasons. He was a team leader and captain who possesses good size and has some strength. Maybe that trend changes, but with a tier drop at the position coming, Murphy is the pick. Maybethey always seem to pass on pass-catchers in the first round. Los Angeles Chargers | Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt, 25. If Branch were to play full-time safety in the NFL, he should add some weight to his frame to help his tackling. Summary: Gonzalez started out his collegiate career at Colorado before transferring to Oregon for 2022. However, multiple team sources say that Carter is not a hard worker and has a reputation for not loving football. He ended up finishing relatively strong but decided to return to LSU for another season that is until he changed his mind and declared for the draft weeks later. Draft year. CHI receives: 2023 1st-round pick (No. 6'4" Evaluations on Anthony Richardson are going to be all over the place. Josh Downs is a dynamic playmaker who is a strong route-runner and is explosive with the ball in his hands. 40 overall), 2023 4th-round pick (No. On the year, Martin had 64 tackles, three He received some late-round grades for the 2023 NFL Draft. Patrick Mahomes worked wonders despite the absence of Tyreek Hill this year, but JuJu Smith-Schuster and Mecole Hardman are both set to hit free agency, and Marquez Valdes-Scantling has an $11 million cap hit next season. 4 overall) Cam Smith could develop into that type of cover guy, as his length and instincts will translate well to the next level. Geno Smith deserves to be re-signed as the Seahawks starting quarterback for 2023. Healthy. When you have Justin Herbert and are in a division with Maxx Crosby and Chris Jones, having quality offensive linemen is imperative. After debating how many quarterbacks could go in the first round (shoutout toKenny Pickettfor being the only one), we're now debating how many quarterbacks could go No. Here, Arizona grabs an interior difference-maker. Kansas City Chiefs (from SEA)* | USC WR Jordan Addison, 21. Robinson is a running back who has the potential to become a Lions legend who reminds their fanbase of the Barry Sanders days. / 243 lbs. Web2023 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Christian Gonzalez. 6'0" Next update: Every week. However, that doesnt mean they wont take a pass-catcher. Derick Hall is a better run defender than pass rusher right now, but theres reason to believe the Packers staff can groom him into reaching his full, QB-disrupting potential. 6'2" Denzel Mims is a bust and Elijah Moore is a slot receiver. Not only would opposing defensive backs have to keep up with Johnston, but they'd have to deal with his 6-foot-4, 215-pound frame with the ball in the air. So why not add an uber-talented defensive end to the mix? The Bears and Cardinals are definite trade-down candidates for the Colts. In return for letting Payton out of his contract, the Saints get the opportunity to land a potential franchise quarterback with limitless upside, getting that all-important fifth-year option by not hoping Hooker falls to them in the second round. The Pro Football Network free 2023 NFL Mock Draft Simulator allows you to be the general manager of your favorite team(s) and control the outcome of the 2023 NFL Robinson is short and light, so he could stand to add some weight for the NFL. Either way, Id be surprised if Kamara was on New Orleans 2024 Week 1 roster. TRADE: / 180 lbs. The Seahawks should have some good options to consider with the fifth pick of the 2023 NFL Draft. Dallas Cowboys | Illinois CB Devon Witherspoon, 26. The No. Hes a great young piece who could quickly develop chemistry with C.J. 6'4" Jr Stefon Diggs needs a true, consistent complement. Next update: Every week. Steen has the flexibility to start out his career at guard before moving to tackle. Summary: Gonzalez started out his collegiate career at Colorado before transferring to Oregon for 2022. Ultimately, the Bears likely trade back, but with the draft still three-plus months away -- plus the fact that multiple potential suitors have to hire new head coaches -- let's keep them at No. / 232 lbs. It doesn't matter who the new GM and HC are come draft time: getting Will Anderson Jr. at No. Buffalo Bills | Tennessee WR Cedric Tillman. Porter has freakishly long arms, which makes him a superb fit for press-man corner to take on big receivers. With this being my first mock draft of 2023, we're going to keep it simple: no trades. / 175 lbs. 1/7/23: Johnson recorded 71 tackles, a sack, three forced fumbles and one pass broken up in 2022. Simpson is listed as a linebacker but he can cover, rush the passer, and lineup almost anywhere on the field. For more extensive draft content, check out our latestprospect rankingsandmock drafts,as well as our new weekly podcast,"With the First Pick,"featuring former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman. Brown also had 88 tackles in 2019. He was a ballhawk who helped the Wildcats to get to the Big Ten Championship and produced a lot of splash plays with six interceptions, two passes broken up and 52 tackles. / 195 lbs. Bryce Young may not have the size you look for in an NFL signal-caller, but he has it. Young has an exciting group of young pass-catchers in HoustonNico Collins, John Metchie III, Brevin Jordan, and maybe Brandin Cooksand could put up some decent numbers while the rest of the roster takes shape in the coming seasons. 6'6" Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who may have been the consensus No. There are bigger needs elsewhere, but the values just not there at wide receiver in this scenario, nor along the defensive front. The Commanders need to solidify several pieces of their offensive line, including RT. The sophomore recorded 79 tackles, an interception and five passes defended on the year. Having Bryan Bresee and Aidan Hutchinson along the line will alleviate pressure on the second two levels of the defense. Arkansas In 2022, Carter totaled 32 tackles, three sacks, two forced fumbles and three passes batted. After missing out on the top three edge rushers earlier in this NFL mock draft, the Eagles come back here and land Notre Dames all-time sack leader. It would help Branch to generate more interception production as a junior. He put together a 1/7/23: Torrence recorded 84 tackles and a pass defended in 2022. Now that the Bears have the No. It's looking more and more like the Giants and Daniel Jones are going to agree to some sort of extension. Jr / 193 lbs. Click here to jump to the Bears' second-round pick. What did you think of the second edition of Jaime Eisners 2023 NFL Mock Draft? He was a solid defender for the Cougars. Miami Dolphins | Oregon State TE Luke Musgrave, 53. In 2021, Howden notched 43 tackles and five passes batted. Send Charlie an e-mail here: draftcampbell@gmail.com Previous Seasons '22 - Drake London, USC '21 - Ja'Marr Follow me @walterfootball for updates. He had 28 tackles and 54 stops in the previous two seasons, respectively. Las Vegas Raiders | Florida QB Anthony Richardson, 8. You can never have too many pass rushers, and Felix Anudike-Uzomah can start at DE for Jacksonville from day one. LSU Johnson has lot of upside to improve as he gains additional experience. Sign up to receive all the latest news and annoucements. Much like Las Vegas, Tennessees offensive line needs an upgrade and the Titans take advantage of Peter Skoronskis slight fall out of the top 10 due to arm-length concerns. The Titans need more offensive line talent. 2 Kansas in OT thriller, Titans find their new GM in 49ers executive Carthon. TRADE: The sophomore averaged 5.8 yards per carry that season for 1,127 yards and 11 touchdowns. The first mission is to bolster the offensive line with Marylands Jaelyn Duncan. 1/7/23: Owens recorded 74 tackles, an interception, two forced fumbles and seven pass breakups in 2022. WebOverall Rankings 2023 NFL DRAFT Home Positions ALL ALL QUARTERBACK RUNNING BACK WIDE RECEIVER TIGHT END OFFENSIVE LINE DEFENSIVE LINE EDGE LINEBACKER DEFENSIVE BACK #1 RANKED - SCOUTING REPORT 9 Bryce Young OVERALL RANK #1 OUR RATING 94.1 QB All Scouts Average Overall Rank 4.6 All The junior is a big corner who is fast, athletic, and is able to run the route to prevent separation. In each of those seasons, he notched an interception and four passes defended. IND receives: 2023 1st-round pick (No. Soph Lets get into my latest 2023 NFL mock draft. However, they have an opportunity to fill a need and find a potential rookie starter at safety in Christopher Smith. Right now, Richardson is a bad quarterback, but he has an amazing skill set and incredible upside. Robert Saleh might be tempted to add more talent for his defense here, but the teams biggest need is at offensive tackle, and Johnson is just too good a value to pass up here. I also think we will see some trades that will shake up the first two nights of the draft, as youll see below (i.e. Bleacher Report : Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame. / 215 lbs. The Titans have shown they're not willing to pay top dollar at wide receiver (see: A.J. New York Giants | Ohio State WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, 23. Atlanta Falcons | Syracuse CB Garrett Williams, 45. This isnt a sexy pick by any means, but the interior of New Yorks offensive line HAS to get betterand fans hope RT Evan Neal takes a big leap in year two after a disappointing rookie campaign too. Carolina Panthers (from LAR via DET)* | Kentucky QB Will Levis, 7. Houston added their franchise QB at the top of the draft, now they add a piece to keep him protected long-term. I expect Jim Irsay to have a heavy say in which QB gets drafted, and I can see him falling in love with Will Levis size and traitsexpect a lot of buzz in the pre-draft cycle. Dalton Kincaid wont offer much as a blocker early on but would be a dynamic piece of the Packers offense for either Jordan Love or Aaron Rodgers as a strong pass-catcher and route-runner. The Jags, on the other hand, could deal a couple of Day 2 picks over multiple drafts to jump ahead of two division rivals who desperately need a true No. Click here to jump to the Colts' second-round pick. In my opinion, that's a smoke screen as Chicago tries to persuade as many QB-needy teams as possible to move up. Derek Carr, Sean Payton, etc.). The most important thing Jacksonville can do is continue to build around Lawrence. Antonio Johnson is a downhill bruiser who can also cover, be it as the deep safety or in the slot. He'll update a solid Broncos defense that traded away Bradley Chubb. Some teams may be scared away by Young's lack of size, but his skillset warrants being the first quarterback taken. In an effort to find a true complement to CeeDee Lamb, Dallas elects to draft a WR in Round 1. In 2022, Anderson collected 51 tackles, 10 sacks and an interception returned for a touchdown. Detroit Lions | Alabama DB Brian Branch, 19. In 2021, Young completed 67 percent of his passes for 4,872 yards, 47 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Todd McShay projects all 31 first-round picks of April's draft, including where the top signal-callers land, what four teams do with multiple selections and which positions dominate Day 1. On the year, he collected 69 tackles, two interceptions, four passes defended and one forced fumble. He is also a dangerous runner who offers superb escapability and is extremely dangerous to make plays off schedule. Soph 5'11" The Jalen Carter vs. Will Anderson Jr. debate will rage all throughout draft season, and with the information we have now, either pick appears fruitful. In 2022, Richardson completed only 54 percent of his passes for 2,549 yards, 17 touchdowns and nine interceptions. Then he may be able to grow beyond that role. Jamaal Williams is also an impending free agent. / 232 lbs. Isaiah Foskey has the leadership qualities and skill set needed to make a quick impact with a specific plan. 6'4" Branch can play nickel corner or serve as a safety in the middle of the field. Will they pass on taking 2023s WR1? TRADE: He thrived running the Kentucky offense during 2021. Player Rankings updated 4 days ago | Draft Order updated after every game, Non-playoff teams get picks 1-18 -- the team with the worst record picks first overall, Teams eliminated in the Wild Card round get picks 19-24, Teams eliminated in the Divisional round get picks 25-28, Teams eliminated in the Conference Championships get picks 29-30, Tiebreakers: strength of schedule, division tiebreakers, conference tiebreakers, interconference tiebreakers, coin toss, This order applies to all seven rounds of the draft with tied teams cycling positions from round to round, Weeks before the draft, up to a total of 32 compensatory picks are awarded to teams that lost significant free agents -- these picks are made after rounds 3-7. Penn State Some NFL sources believe Young's skill set and style of play are similar to those of Kyler Murray. 6'4" The Steelers could end up losing Alex Highsmith to free agency by the time of the 2024 NFL Draft. Anderson was phenomenal in 2021, recording 101 tackles, 17.5 sacks and three passes defended. The junior had a painful overtime fumble against Texas Tech. Sources from around the NFL are high on his skill set. Jr Hes best served getting to do a little bit of everything on offenselike Kamaraand is an inexpensive playmaker to build around on offense. 6'1" Jr Do they stay? Here's a potential franchise quarterback. 1 overall. While re-signing Raheem Mostert and/or Jeff Wilson Jr. is on the table, I would not be surprised if they look for a long-term option on day two of the 2023 NFL Draft. Washingtons CB room simply isnt good enough for a team with playoff aspirations in 2023. The order of In 2022, he has 57 tackles, one sack, three interceptions and five passes breakups. Adding Mayer to his pass-catching group next year will ensure the offense stays humming while the young pieces on defense continue to grow. The one exception was Torrence. 4 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, and general manager Chris Ballard has to go for a quarterback, right? He recorded 62 tackles in 2019 and followed that up with 74 of them in 2020. Need I say more? Now that the top of the draft order has been solidified, its time to introduce some trades into the mock draft madness, and in our updated two-round projections, the blockbusters start at the top: NOTE:The Miami Dolphins forfeited their first-round pick in next years draft as a result of theNFLs investigation into tampering violations. 36 overall), 2023 2nd-round pick (No. 1/7/23: Over the past few seasons, Skinner was a solid safety for the Broncos. The top 2023 Wide Receiver prospects available for the 2023 NFL Draft. He had 82 tackles, three interceptions and two passes batted. While the playoff teams continue their quest for a Lombardi Trophy, the rest will now shift their focus to the offseason, where they hope to add the necessary pieces to be among those crashing the postseason party next time around. This was my favorite fit in my last NFL mock draft and I see no reason to go away from it here. 13 overall) He recorded 29 tackles, three passes interceptions and nine broken up on the year, which was his first season of serious playing time. Proctor flashed during the 2020 season and could be a riser leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft. In 2022, Foskey recorded 45 tackles, 11 sacks and one forced fumble. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/draft/free/stories, Georgia This would be a slam dunk for the Eagles. Multiple team sources say Carter is a better player and prospect than Jordan Davis and Devonte Wyatt. Paris Johnson Jr. is a blend of size, power, and athleticism that will be a plus in both the run and pass game, while likely growing into one of the leaders of the team. But its hard to get the highlights from 2021 out of your head. And even if Broderick Jones doesn't start right away, he'll add quality depth before establishing himself as a force up front. Wilson recorded 61 tackles, one forced fumble and seven sacks in 2022. Dave Tepper and the Panthers seem like theyre going to be aggressive this offseason. The 6-foot, 214-pound Robinson has power, speed, cutting ability, and natural instincts as a runner. The only knock on Young (5-11, 194) is his size, but he was durable overall in his two years as a starter in the SEC. But after that? Well have them go with the edge player in Murphy, giving them a complete defender who can anchor against the run as well as rush the passer. https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/2023-nfl-mock-draft-trades-sean-payton-denver-broncos-chicago-bears-bryce-young-cj-stroud-will-levis-anthony-richardson/, 1. / 194 lbs. His best season came in 2019 when he recorded 57 stops, an interception and six passes defended. / 218 lbs. 1/7/23: In 2022, Dean collected 81 tackles and four passes broken up. Zach Charbonnet is an intriguing combination of size, vision, and strength that could do well as the lead member of a committee for Mike McDaniel. Seattle Seahawks (from DEN) | Michigan DL Mazi Smith, 38. Duncan broke into the starting lineup as a redshirt freshman in 2019 and was a mainstay at left tackle for the Terrapins. Richardson's supporters will point to Josh Allen as an example of a similar quarterback working out, but there have been many other first-round talents with good skill sets who never developed into accurate, effective quarterbacks, like Mitch Trubisky, Blake Bortles, E.J. The Packers could use some offensive line talent. The Patriots track record drafting wide receivers isnt great, but they need to take a swing here if they want to upgrade their room. Some preseason evaluators said Foskey has high potential. The Bears have a lot of options at this point in the NFL mock draft. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1 : Charlie Campbell's 2023 NFL Mock Draft. PREV. WebTeam sources feel Martin could be a riser during the draft process because he put together really good tape during the 2022 season. With a strong week at the Senior Bowl, he could be a riser for the 2023 NFL Draft. 1/7/23: In 2022, Hellams racked up 108 tackles, one forced fumble, one sack, one interception and seven passes broken up. Not only did he put together a season of excellent tape over 2022, but Murphy is a freak athlete in possession of a crazy combination of size, speed, athleticism and strength. While Antonio Johnson may not carry a first-round grade, he fills an immediate need. The 6-foot-5, 315-pounder possesses excellent size for left tackle in the NFL. Jacksonville Jaguars (from NO via PHI)* | TCU WR Quentin Johnston, 11. For the NFL, Nubin would have to fit as a backup strong safety and special teams contributor to start out his career. Click here to jump to the Packers' second-round pick. He has outstanding instincts and showed a great motor in the 2021 season. Devon Witherspoon, coming from one of the best defenses in all of college football, will bring a tenacity and physicality that Minnesota could use in the secondary, especially with Patrick Peterson set to become a free agent. 1 overall. Click here to jump to the Titans' second-round pick. He missed a chunk of time due to a sprained MCL from a dirty hit versus Missouri. 6'5" They can't go wrong with Jalen Carter or Will Anderson Jr., but Carter's ability to dominate from the interior makes him the top selection. I have this weird feeling that Jerry Jones will find a way to keep Ezekiel Elliott in Dallas for 2023 and beyond, sacrificing Tony Pollard to free agency in the process. Detroit Lions (from CAR)* | Clemson DL Bryan Bresee, 10. Sign up for the The Draft Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. The Panthers need a franchise quarterback in the worst way, and they'll fall in love with Will Levis' traits. Alabama Click here to jump to the Patriots' second-round pick. The Eagles have some solid options here, but if they get a strong offer to move down, they could get better value at their biggest positions of need later in the round. Even if Hayden Hurst returns, hell be 30 before next season, and was banged up for much of this season. He is a very accurate passer, showing superb placement, a fantastic ability to throw into tight windows, and excellent feel. Skinner accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl. If the Ravens retain Lamar Jackson and draft Bijan Robinson, they'll form a duo that no defense is going to have an easy time containing. / 275 lbs. Team sources think Branch could be a hybrid cornerback/safety similar to Minkah Fitzpatrick. More help is needed, but this is a great start. Tampa Bay has Carlton Davis and not much else under contract at CB for 2023. Soph 2023 NFL Mock Draft Pick (as of 12/23): Joey Porter Jr., CB . Johnson started at guard in 2021, but he has moved to tackle as an upperclassmen. Despite Georgia's crowded defensive line filled with future early-round picks, Carter flashed as a sophomore in 2021 with 37 tackles and three sacks. Chark replacement and will form a trio of high-quality receivers for the to-be-determined QB of the future. 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