Note: The Packers would give up their No. Jr Now, without further ado, the 2023 NFL Free Agency Mock Draft: Supporting QB Justin Fields with better protection and receivers is paramount, but Hargave is the best value at another area of need. Tolbert has a lot of same strengths as Michael Gallup -- a guy with smooth athleticism that thrives in 50-50 situations. Stroud. Seumalo is the unheralded name from Philly's own front, but he'd project as an immediate upgrade at either guard spot. He was impressive at the event, and if he performs well at the combine and in workouts, he may sneak up into the first round. If the Seahawks come out of the first round with Will Anderson and Bryan Bresee, I will declare they've won the draft. section: | slug: 2023-nfl-free-agency-mock-draft-saquon-barkley-to-cowboys-derek-carr-to-commanders-and-30-other-moves | sport: football | route: article_single.us | For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Thats not a statement to take lightly. Strongs arm is terrific, possessing the power and elasticity to push the boundaries on any given snap. 6'6" As you'll see with some of my picks (and I'll explain in further detail below), I've already gotten a bit of a head start based on what I believe some players will do at the combine and how it will impact their stock. In this way, Locks camp showing might be a microcosm of his career. Its just that, this early, all possibilities are on the table. If Green Bay wanted to move up from No. Howell has naturally strong mechanics, a loose arm, and reasonable athleticism. Hell need to clean up his pass rush moves and find different ways to win as an edge rusher, but there is a clear base to work with. 6'3" He came to Central Michigan initially as a TE while also competing in wrestling and track & field. He will be best suited as a 4-3 EDGE defender in the NFL and is versatile enough to lineup in various positions! / 243 lbs. 15 overall in the first round, how far could it realistically trade to? His ability to play different roles effectively show off how smart he is, and that, combined with his athleticism, makes me think Johnson will be a productive player if placed in a defense creative enough to take advantage of his abilities. He also flashed Pro Bowl ability in 2021 with a nine-sack breakout. If Kirk Cousins fails to lead the Vikings to the promised land in 2021 or gets stuck behind plexiglass the Vikings may entertain a QB selection here. 1 should be restoring the trenches for QB Kenny Pickett. While having to fully redshirt Dean for a year isn't ideal, the Eagles have enough talent to hold up with the free agent addition of Kyzir White. Return to Round 1 Picks 17-32
Smith-Schuster isn't necessarily a splashy addition on his own, but after an efficient run as Patrick Mahomes' top outside target in Kansas City, he'd easily enter as Baltimore's most reliable possession receiver. The NFL Scouting Combine will take place in Indianapolis next week, which is news I'm excited about. K.C., meanwhile, may have something spicy in Kadarius Toney but can never have enough toys for Patrick Mahomes and Co., especially with JuJu Smith-Schuster heading elsewhere in this exercise. The Bears trade down twice, pick up a boatload of draft assets, and still get the player who may have made the most sense for them at No. So, when you aren't sure, just pull the old Ravens' reliable of having them pick the best Alabama player left on the board. It's a little surprising that Parham, a Guard or Center, was the selection over a RT - and honestly I was hoping that Nakobe Dean might fall just a bit farther (and, I was intrigued by the possibility of Malik Willis as QB2). WebDrafttek is the premier independent NFL draft website on the net. His strengths weren't a great fit with LSU QB Jayden Daniels last season, but he was a five-star recruit out of high school for a reason. Rhyan, who has a 9.35 RAS at guard, has allowed just one sack and 24 pressures over his past 19 starts. With Keenan Allen a potential cap casualty coming off an injury-shortened year, the Chargers may be in the market for a WR2 opposite Mike Williams. Round 1 - Pick 1 C.J. San Francisco generally gets high marks for its OL play, but after getting shellacked by the Eagles in the NFC title game, they could stand to upgrade for whichever QB can stay healthy going into 2023. 6'6" He needs to break more tackles, but his contact balance will improve as he adds weight to his long frame. not show up in this mock because they are not the most common selection. He's physical, quick, and has excellent ball skills. 1 overall:This isnt as clear on the trade value chart, although it would likely cost the Packers a combination of future first-round picks and some additional 2023 selections. These players appear in the top 32 of our. Grade: B. The Bears bolster their pass rush with the best edge player in the draft. In the trade, the Bears get this pick, the Colts selections in Round 2 and Round 4 along with a 2024 first-round pick and third-round pick, plus a 2025 second-round choice. Smith is a stud that produces and does all the little things that lead to production from everybody else. Vikings Wires Kevin Fielder has the Bears trading back three spots with the Colts. All Rights Reserved. / 215 lbs. But Houston needs immediate and long-term help off the edge, and at 26, he's still got room to grow. Skoronski is talented enough to play tackle, but it's possible he doesn't have the ideal frame and arm length to match up with NFL pass-rushers and win consistently. A pec injury sent LB Nakobe Dean's draft stock plummeting and his availability for 2022 is in question. Jr The Texans aren't willing to risk somebody trading ahead of them and getting their guy, so they do it instead. However, there are a few areas of uncertainty that might keep them from locking down a playoff spot. The consensus mock draft is a compilation of all the mocks in our database. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | Allen, 25, may not be a big name, but he proved a worthy J.J. Watt successor on an otherwise poor Arizona "D" in 2022, racking up 5.5 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, 20 QB hits and eight pass deflections. Gonzalez has the length and athleticism every team looks for in a corner on the perimeter. If anyone could help him reach the next level, it'd probably be DeMeco Ryans, who led San Francisco's nasty front. No. As youd expect, Stingley has uncanny ball skills and route recognition, and hes a supremely explosive athlete for his long, 61 frame. Logan Bruss is a versatile and athletic offensive lineman that projects to fill one of the Rams' top needs at guard. / 265 lbs. 2023 NFL Mock Draft #4. The Jets grab local product Jeremy Ruckert from Lindenhurst LI. I like the upside of Isaiah Dunn, Bryce Hall, and Jason Pinnock as much as the next guy. You can never have enough good corners, and Emerson has exceptional length with 33.5 -inch arms. Pittsburgh Trent McDuffie fits that mold. 1 overall. 2 Alabama rallies from 17 down to nip Auburn in OT, Report: PGA Tour trimming some fields, ending cuts, Campbell on Lions QB Goff: 'He bought us time'. Still, the Giants came away with a terrific defensive prospect in Hamilton, and now, they have the opportunity to pick Drake Jackson. Drafttek.com's Big Board of 2022's top NFL draft prospects is compiled by our internal staff of talent evaluators. His arrival also wouldn't necessarily preclude team brass from pursuing a longer-term answer down the road. In our efforts to rate him, the DraftTek Big Board team compiled his stats against other top prospects. NFL Mock Draft. Either picks in the second and third rounds, or possibly a 2023 second and 2024 second could be enough. Jr 33 pick, as well as Indianapolis 2024 first-rounder and Houstons 2024 second-round pick. Despite his flaws, Cousins has been good in his time with Minnesota. Please check your email for a confirmation. Woods out of Baylor. Sr In the run game, he's a physically dominant presence that can lay the boom on ball-carriers! WebSelect the year you want to draft: ' 24 ' 23 ' 22 ' 21 ' 20 ' 19 ' 18 ' 17 Select the number of rounds you will be drafting: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Select your preferred draft order: Pre-Draft Post If Smith gets loose from Seattle, he'd profile as an instant upgrade in his old stomping grounds, giving New York's playoff-caliber lineup a far more explosive pocket passer. / 194 lbs. Pro Football Networks Tony Paulinehas Chicago staying put at No. At this point, however, Spencer Rattler might be the better prospect. Thats right neither Rattler nor Howell goes top two in this mock. 12: A combination of Day 3 picks, including a fourth-rounder, may be enough. Jaguars Wires Adam Stiteshas Chicago finding a trade partner in Indianapolis. Brown, and Addison is a game-breaker. But they also landed the No. 2 interior DL behind Jalen Carter. February 23, 2023 2:00 AM EST. He had a quiet start to his career, but in Detroit, he'd make for a physical complement to former first-rounder Jeff Okudah, who's probably had too much on his plate. Miami re-signed most of 2021's linebacking corps, but it remained one of the biggest needs. I think the transition from what he was asked to do in Tennessee's offense to what will be asked of him in an NFL offense will take a while, but the player who emerges on the other side could prove to be elite. The top players are off the board at offensive line and interior defensive line, making Las Vegas decision at No. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Adding a 63, 300-pound destroyer of worlds to the middle of the defense is a good place to start the rebuild. And if the Giants offensive line continues to underwhelm, that will only exacerbate the issue. Bernhard Raimann is an international player who originally hails from Austria. With the 2022 NFL Draft set to kick off on Thursday in Las Vegas at 8 p.m. Just thought: a linebacker, edge rusher or wide receiver made more sense with an early third-round pick. Sr Murphy, 25, is a prototypical Howie Roseman gamble: lesser-valued coming off injury, but with an early-round pedigree and lots of growth potential at multiple positions. Alex Khvatov March 23, 2021 in 2022 Mock Draft, Mock Drafts - 1 Minute. Instead, the Texans get a receiver who isn't as polished a route-runner but has the long speed to get over the top of defenses and isn't afraid to get over the middle. Players are solidifying themselves into the top 100 of the NFL Draft. Whats the next biggest need for the Washington Football Team? Now, with Buffalo pressed to navigate a tight cap, he'd represent a needed injection of both ballhawking and leadership to a "D" that sorely underperformed in 2022. Chicago only registered 20 sacks in 2022, which was last in the NFL. Despite being a bit of a reach, Flotts versatility and physical play style will be a welcome addition to the Giants secondary. Anderson is my No. All Rights Reserved. 6'6" A vision that showed him he needed Jaxon Smith-Njigba to add to the Packers' offense to play alongside their other young receivers to take that next step toward a Super Bowl. It's insane that a player like Will Anderson would drop to No. The "small school" prospect threw for 2,857 yds and 27 TDs; plus, added 878 yds and 13 more TDs using his legs. Still, Pauline acknowledges the Bears will most likely field trade offers. What happens then? Chicago coachMatt Eberflus, who previously ran the Colts defense, might see his new version ofDeForest Buckner. Green has already proven himself as an elite guard prospect, best defensive player in the 2022 NFL Draft. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Grade: B. Wright is a tall, raw pass rusher with terrific arm length at 34 inches. But Im going on the record and saying that Nevada QB Carson Strong has the tools to get there as well. OK, so Calijah Kancey isn't Aaron Donald, but hardly anybody is. For that reason alone, I hope the combine never goes away, and they continue to televise it every year. If the Vikings choose to build their defense up in Round 1, Zach Harrison may be a compelling option. 's emergent dynasty. Furthermore, he has a fierce explosive burst and stellar energy in his hands. Porter hits every measurable you want at the position and has excellent ball skills. A plethora of options here,and GM Ryan Poles has numerous needs to address. Peterson, 32, fits for many reasons: he's a rental coming off a surprisingly solid year, he was born and raised in Florida, and he could conceivably help mentor some of the younger DBs for beyond 2023. Both for what he already is and what he could become. With Joseph, Washingtons defense is the stuff of nightmares. 6'0" Chicago receives Picks 4, 35 and 79 in 2023, as well as Indianapolis 2024 first-rounder. He is here, and he's Pittsburgh's choice, as it needs help at corner, and Witherspoon plays with an edge that I can't help but believe Mike Tomlin will fall in love with. He's much better as a pass-blocker than a run-blocker to this point, but I don't think the Bengals will mind that seeing as how protecting Joe Burrow will be the top three things on his to-do list every week. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. He needs a little bulk, and Atlanta has not done anything to address the interior of the DL or their run defense. With continued growth as a blocker and overall time on task as a WR, Woods could settle into a TE2 role at the next level and will be especially effective in 12-personnel. Either way, the Jets can use him! Harris has the versatility to cover backs out of the backfield and run with TEs vertically up the seams. NOTE: This mock selects the most common unique player for each team's pick. With Calvin Ridley set to join the WR corps and Evan Engram on track to return in some fashion, the Jaguars may be focused on improving their young, inconsistent "D." Tomlinson has been a sturdy anchor wherever he's been, hence the Vikings' apparent interest in keeping him around. 6'5" When all is said and done, the Bears land the No. Most mocks feature either Spencer Rattler or Sam Howell at No. 1 CHI 2 HST 3 ARZ 4 IND 67 DEN 36 LA 7 LV 8 ATL 9 CAR 29 NO 11 TEN 42 CLV 13 NYJ 14 NE 15 He is undersized but has sideline to sideline speed. Return to Round 2
2022 NFL Mock Draft: Trades Shake Up First Round With the college football season over and the NFL playoffs underway, let's take a look at the latest first Like McGlinchey, the veteran Falcons starter has been a reliable right tackle for years. 11: A third-roundershould be enough. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Another is cornerback, where, outside of 2019 second-round pick Byron Murphy, there isnt much to write home about. Remember: there are only 31 selections in this mock draft because the Dolphins were stripped of their first-round pick due to tampering. Sign up for the Bears Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. NFL.coms Daniel Jeremiah has Chicago remaining at first overall, since there are no trades in this mock, where they land the disruptive three-technique to power the Bears defense. With the fourth overall pick, the Bears select Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. to help bolster their pass rush. Ohio State If Daniel Jones spends as much time at the bottom of the pile this season as he spent there at training camp, he may not have a chance to be the guy moving forward. I've always said any time you can take a disruptive, undersized tackle from Pitt, you have to do it. Receive your supplement of vital organic compounds with our latest 2022 NFL Mock Draft. For The Wins Christian DAndrea has Chicago trading backtwiceinside the top four with the Texans (moving up from 2 to 1) and the Colts (moving up from 4 to 2). / 303 lbs. 6'3" Jalen Hurts hasnt yet won the confidence of new Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni. The only knock on Ojulari after the combine will be his production at LSU. But the All-American is cat quick, lines up at all points along the front, can push the pocket and gets exceptional penetration and is especially effective at swallowing running backs. Chicago Bears QB Spencer Rattler (Oklahoma) Jr This isnt to say that they wont go this high. 1 overall pick in the 2023 section: | slug: nfl-mock-draft-2023-texans-swap-picks-with-bears-panthers-trade-up-for-bryce-young-in-pre-combine-mock | sport: football | route: article_single_special | at Will Anderson Jr.had 17.5 of them by himself as a sophomore. This pick may mean that the return of DE Stephon Tuitt may be less likely than the teams lip service has made it seem. Jr Jackson also has absurd bend capacity and torso flexibility, and that combination gives him tremendous upside. 1 overall pick. He can line up at different spots and is a serious vertical threat. At the very least, he'd be premium insurance at a premium position. Regardless, lets say Lock eventually finds his rhythm and shows promise down the stretch. Hes got Aaron Donald/Chris Jones potential, and its no coincidence those two have won Super Bowls in each of the past two Februarys. Carters production makes him the best defensive player on Georgias back-to-back national title teams that were loaded with NFL talent, leading the way with 66 pressures and 15.5 tackles for loss the last two seasons. He'd instantly give the Raiders more of a lockdown cover man. Draft 2022 7-Round NFL Mock Draft: David Ojabo, Travon Walker take over EDGE class The simulations keep coming. There should be no shortage of trade partners for the top spot. He could prove an excellent option for new QB C.J. Leo Chenal now joins Willie Gay Jr. and Nick Bolton, both RD2 picks in 2020 and 2021. 4:00 pm ET, McCarthy discusses taking over Cowboys' play-calling, Brett Favre welfare funds scandal explained, Reich says Carr 'checks a lot of boxes' after meeting, Lewan explains why Titans put his things in trash bags, Cardinals hire ND's all-time rushing leader as RB coach, 2023 NFL free agency mock draft: Jimmy G to Dolphins, Mock: Carter falls amid warrant, Ravens take QB, Rodgers' trade value, logistics and best fit, Best team fits for top FAs at each position, Ex-NFL GM on ramifications of Carter's legal issue, NFLPA issues team report cards: Commanders fail, 49ers GM says he contacted Brady as team seeks QB help, Jalen Carter issues statement amid charges. Tall, raw pass rusher with terrific arm length at 34 inches from pursuing a longer-term answer down the.! Produces and does all the mocks in our efforts to rate him the. 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