In 2022, Anderson collected 51 tackles, 10 sacks and an interception returned for a touchdown. Carolina Panthers (from LAR via DET)* | Kentucky QB Will Levis, 7. His size (6-foot-5, 275 pounds) and athleticism will make him a disruptor wherever he lines up. He also took 26 receptions for 295 yards and four scores. Conner is a strong safety type who needs to show more coverage skills in 2022. After addressing the defensive line in Round 1, the Steelers use the pick they got from the Bears in the Chase Claypool trade to bolster the offensive line. At some point, hes going to have to take a swing on a young passer or be out of a joband I believe Ballard knows this. Rice has the size/speed combo that would make him a perfect complement to Jefferson. Jr 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. Josh Downs is a dynamic playmaker who is a strong route-runner and is explosive with the ball in his hands. Young is a true assassin on the football field capable of taking over games and carrying his team to wins. TRADE: Jr Hell immediately boost the Falcons run defense with high pass-rush upside. / 322 lbs. The long-term future of Buffalos safety room is in question due to expiring contracts. Jr Click here to jump to the Jets' second-round pick. 4 overall) Joseph decided to enter the 2023 NFL Draft. Murphy has the skill set to do whatever he wants on the football field as he can burn tackles with speed, use his strength to set the edge in the ground game, dominate tight ends, and simply take over games. Laremy Tunsil wants to re-set the OT market with his next contract, and the Texans shouldnt be the ones to do it. Richardson may take some patience, but hes got many of the same traits that eventually made Josh Allen a superstar. All thats to say I think they can wait on adding EDGE help and can take the best CB in the class, Christian Gonzalez. Who knows what the Packers are going to do with this pick? As we get closer and closer to draft day, quarterbacks will be hyped up. The junior is a big corner who is fast, athletic, and is able to run the route to prevent separation. Team sources believe Dean will test well but think he is a better athlete than football player. Tennessee Titans | North Carolina WR Josh Downs, 42. In 2021, Young completed 67 percent of his passes for 4,872 yards, 47 touchdowns and seven interceptions. That points them toward a pass-catcher, and Mayer has the complete skill set to be an immediate difference-maker on every down. Jaxon Smith-Njigbas 2022 season did not go as planned, to put it kindly. Get the ball in his hands and watch Zay Flowers make great things happen! Josh McDaniels drafted Tim Tebow in the first round back in 2010, so it would not surprise me if he is willing to go after another Gators quarterback who is a dynamic athlete, runner, and deep-ball thrower, but also struggles to be accurate in the short to intermediate part of the field. In 2022, Murphy recorded 40 tackles, 6.5 sacks, one forced fumble and two passes defended. While Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams should be long-term mainstays for Detroit, they can afford to add a bigger-body receiver that can win in various ways. Carolina Panthers: Will Levis, QB, Kentucky. South Carolina The ability for the Seahawks to land a game-wrecker on the interior of the defensive line is too good to pass up here. Jordan Addison's pristine route-running and ability to gain consistent separation will complement Burks' style well. 1/7/23: Scott finished up a long career at California with a strong senior year that really helped him with the NFL. / 215 lbs. Antonio Johnson is a downhill bruiser who can also cover, be it as the deep safety or in the slot. Hyatts breakout season was fueled by his explosive, big-play ability, which is exactly what this offense needs. While new-ish GM Ryan Poles is an offensive lineman by trade, hes valued young, star defenders above everything else so far. 7/1/22: Howden has not had big production in college, but has played well enough to get onto NFL teams' preseason watchlist. Example: A player who is listed at #50 on the Big Board and is selected at #35 will be a "Reach" of -15. (Just kidding. Kendall Fuller is a nice player, but he's not going to consistently contain the likes of CeeDee Lamb and A.J. Porter is a big, long corner who plays with the same competitiveness and physicality that made his dad a Pro Bowl defender. Aidan Hutchinson looks like a superstar and James Houston IV is an emerging talentJosh Paschal is showing flashes too. In an effort to find a true complement to CeeDee Lamb, Dallas elects to draft a WR in Round 1. CHI receives: 2023 1st-round pick (No. The theme of each selection is putting Justin Fields in the best position to succeed. As a pocket passer, Richardson is not good at this time. The Chiefs havent been afraid to draft unpolished WRs before, and Jalin Hyatts upside with Patrick Mahomes is too juicy to pass up. Cleveland Browns | Army EDGE Andre Carter II, 43. Johnson went down with an injury against Alabama, and while he missed a good portion of the season, he played well in the final weeks of the year. This offense desperately needs more weapons in the passing game, but with Johnston off the board, tackle is the more pressing need with the best value still available. Porter has freakishly long arms, which makes him a superb fit for press-man corner to take on big receivers. Hyatt can instantly become Kansas Citys top vertical threat and open up the field even more for Travis Kelce and JuJu Smith-Schuster (if he returns). Philadelphia Eagles | Alabama RB Jahmyr Gibbs, 32. The Commanders need to solidify several pieces of their offensive line, including RT. Jr 1/7/23: In 2022, Hickman collected 53 tackles, an interception and seven passes broken up. Tyler Steen has the skill set to develop into Kansas Citys next starting LT. Garrett Williams is recovering from an ACL injury, but he can be afforded some time to recover and develop if Philadelphia brings back James Bradberry for 2023. Robinson is a complete, three-down playmaker who could dominate opposing defenses that are focused on slowing down Lamar Jackson. They opt for the perfect slot corner in this scenario, filling a key role on the defense with a versatile, instinctive playmaker with a nose for the ball. Need I say more? Kyle Pitts is a TE in name only and to truly unlock his potential, he needs to be used more as a wide receiver. Jr With Colorado in 2021, he collected 53 tackles and five passes broken up. Hes got size, ball skills, and alignment versatility. Now that the Bears have the No. In 2022, Carter totaled 32 tackles, three sacks, two forced fumbles and three passes batted. Jones has been stellar this season against top competition in the SEC, and would be a massive upgrade at a premium position to protect Kenny Pickett. Broderick Jones isnt a finished product yet, but hes got the size you look for in a starting LT and has held his own in reps against some of college footballs top pass-rushers. See how a handful of trades could impact the early going of the 2023 NFL draft in this updated two-round projection 2023 NFL mock draft: Big trades shake up Peter Skoronski's measurables are nothing to write home about, but he's versatile and technically sound. The Chiefs need to be thinking about life after Orlando Brown Jr.either in 2023 or 2024. 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%). 2 Kansas in OT thriller, Titans find their new GM in 49ers executive Carthon. Nolan Smith is a physical player who can be productive against both the run and pass. Justin Herbert already has a pair of big, physical receivers who can win in contested-catch situations all day long (Keenan Allen, Mike Williams), but he could use one who can separate consistently. Skoronski is as polished and pro-ready as any prospect in this class, and would be an immediate upgrade on the right side. 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. 106overall), 2024 1st-round pick, 2024 2nd-round pick New Orleans Saints (from SF via MIA, DEN)* | Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker, 29. Sr 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. My guess is it's a veteran, since the Raiders have the offensive skill players to compete in the AFC. He missed a chunk of time due to a sprained MCL from a dirty hit versus Missouri. Soph 1/7/23: Proctor recorded 21 tackles and two passes broken up in 2022. Oregon Here's a potential franchise quarterback. Henry Too Too has the intelligence and athleticism to find a role for Aaron Glenns defense early on just like Malcolm Rodriguez did. 7/1/22: Owens was a quality defender for the Cougars as a junior, recording 52 tackle, two interceptions and three passes defended. Cincinnati Bengals | Georgia TE Darnell Washington, 27. / 201 lbs. 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. Follow Walter @walterfootball for updates. at Web2023 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Christian Gonzalez. 7/1/22: Battle notched 85 tackles, three interceptions and three passes broken up in 2021. Draft year. 7/1/22: Merriweather collected 42 tackle, an interception and four passes batted in 2021. After all, that's the ultimate goal: to predict which prospects these franchises will take. CAR receives: 2023 1st-round pick (No. 1/7/23: Owens recorded 74 tackles, an interception, two forced fumbles and seven pass breakups in 2022. In my opinion, that's a smoke screen as Chicago tries to persuade as many QB-needy teams as possible to move up. With some expiring contracts at the position, Las Vegas doesnt have much proven talent at CB. 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. It sounds like Sean Payton will have his pick of many suitors this offseason, and if anyone can save Russell Wilson, hes probably Denvers best bet. In 2020, he collected 27 tackles, two interceptions and seven breakups. Branch can play nickel corner or serve as a safety in the middle of the field. Detroit Lions | Mississippi State CB Emmanuel Forbes, 49. $$ Pure WalterFootball with no advertisements for $7.99 a month. 6'0" Houston Texans | Notre Dame EDGE Isaiah Foskey, 34. Dave Tepper and the Panthers seem like theyre going to be aggressive this offseason. Rashee Rice is a rising WR prospect from SMU. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Raiders add protection for future QB; Cowboys, Packers add offensive playmakers - CBSSports.com Playoff Picture Playoff Bracket He was a rock-solid protector for Bryce Young while being a steady run blocker. 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 | Gonzalez would give them a good partner to pair with Darius Slay. 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. They have to play Jonathan Taylor, Derrick Henry and Dameon Pierce twice per season. IND receives: 2023 1st-round pick (No. 4 overall), 2023 2nd-round pick (No. Two quarterbacks coming off the board first is a huge win for the Cardinals, who land the best overall prospect in the entire draft at No. Fields. Then he may be able to grow beyond that role. 6'0" In each of those seasons, he notched an interception and four passes defended. 1 corner spot, and this gives Washington the perfect chance to do just that. 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. / 194 lbs. 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. The 6-foot-5, 275-pound Murphy has the skill set to dominate at the next level and could be a riser throughout the 2023 NFL Draft process. Its likely to cost them a couple of future first-round picks, as well as their second-rounder in this years draft, and maybe more. Dallas Cowboys | Illinois CB Devon Witherspoon, 26. Cam Smith is a man-coverage corner with toughness, quick feet, and ball skillsan immediate upgrade for the Commanders. Smith is a stellar cover man with a knack for making big plays whenever the ball comes anywhere near him. 1/7/23: Mitchell played really well in 2022 with blanket coverage. IND receives: 2023 1st-round pick (No. I do think a Jackson trade is likely as of now, narrowing down his landing spot is difficultthus, not Jackson trade in this NFL mock draft. C.J. / 305 lbs. All Rights Reserved. He has quality size to him, but needs to show more pass-coverage skills as a senior. Hes got experience at both tackle spots, as well as at guard, with a track record of success against top competition. 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. / 275 lbs. I wonder if the Falcons will be active in the QB market this offseason, using this top-10 pick for leverage. Right now, Richardson is a bad quarterback, but he has an amazing skill set and incredible upside. This is a great return for the Bears to move down and continue building around Justin Fields and the young pieces on defense. 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. Richardson is rawno doubt about thatbut hes also flashed some impressive skill. Baltimore Ravens | Texas RB Bijan Robinson, 24. 29 overall), 2024 2nd-round pick + Albert Okwuegbunam Doug Pederson loves his tight ends and Trevor Lawrence has established connections with lesser talents at the position (Dan Arnold, Evan Engram) the last couple years. Click here to jump to the Bears' second-round pick. He received some late-round grades for the 2023 NFL Draft. 6'2" / 210 lbs. However, Arthur Smiths offense needs blocking tight ends that can be versatile enough to be playmakers in the passing game as wellespecially in the red zone. The 6-foot, 214-pound Robinson has power, speed, cutting ability, and natural instincts as a runner. He'll update a solid Broncos defense that traded away Bradley Chubb. Hes also not afraid to tackle. Gonzalez started out his collegiate career at Colorado before transferring to Oregon. 7/1/22: Dean has been a steady contributor for the Gators over the past four seasons. Jr In 2022, he has 57 tackles, one sack, three interceptions and five passes breakups. Steen has the flexibility to start out his career at guard before moving to tackle. The Cowboys have been poking around available WRs for months now, and theres no guarantee theyll sign Odell Beckham Jr. in free agency. The most important thing Jacksonville can do is continue to build around Lawrence. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Charlie Campbell of Walter Football | NFL Mock Draft Database Walter Football 01/13/23 By Charlie Campbell 2023 NFL Mock Draft: (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images). Pittsburgh Steelers | Georgia OT Broderick Jones, 18. Publication date: Thursday, January 12th 2023 a 01:16 pm. I could also see Poles wanting to play it safe by selectin Anderson over a prospect with makeup concerns like Jalen Carter. 4 overall) The Giants need to be practical here. The Dolphins have a grand total of zero running backs under contract for 2023. New England Patriots | Clemson LB Trenton Simpson, 15. Create Mock Draft. The Packers could use some offensive line talent. Scott has quality size for the NFL. With these heralded quarterback prospects should come chaos at the top of the draft, especially with the Bears owning the No. 1 overall, the Texans NEED to find an answer at quarterback. NYJ receives: Derek Carr + 2023 2nd-round pick (No. 2 corner for Northwestern, and he totaled 48 tackles and six passes defended. Houston added their franchise QB at the top of the draft, now they add a piece to keep him protected long-term. The 6-foot-5, 260-pounder broke out for the Fighting Irish in 2021, recording 11 sacks, six forced fumbles and 52 tackles. Click here to jump to the Raiders' second-round pick. Tampa Bay has Carlton Davis and not much else under contract at CB for 2023. Gonzalez notched 25 tackles and five breakups during the COVID-19-abbreviated season. Arizona Cardinals | Oklahoma OT Anton Harrison, 35. While it wont blow anybody away, the combination of Darnell Mooney, Chase Claypool, and Downs in three-receiver sets is a major upgrade over Chicagos Week 1 unit from 2022. Tyree Wilson is a physically-dominant freak who can grow into a complete defensive lineman in time. 1 overall. 6'2" 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. 1 overall) Either way, he can be a mainstay on a Titans OL that needs rebuilding. Draft Wire released its latest 2023 NFL mock draft selections using the updated pick order ahead of bowl season. The defense could use some trench help or a safety, but the values just not there in this scenario. The 6-foot-6, 275-pounder has the size, length and strength to be a tough edge defender at the next level. 6/30/22: The 6-foot-1, 205-pound Ransom worked his way onto the field as a freshman and earned more playing time as the year progressed. Houston Texans (from CLE) | Penn State CB Joey Porter Jr. 13. section: | slug: 2023-nfl-mock-draft-raiders-add-protection-for-future-qb-cowboys-packers-add-offensive-playmakers | sport: football | route: article_single_special | 1 wide receiver in this class, with Bryce Young would immediately provide this offense with some firepower, especially with running back Dameon Pierce coming off an impressive rookie campaign. Richardson struggles with his field vision, decision-making and processing coverage post-snap, plus he has very streaky confidence. The Seahawks should have some good options to consider with the fifth pick of the 2023 NFL Draft. You like his size and physicality, but will need to find the ideal position in your defense for him to thriveand that may be easier said than done. Smith can play a significant role in year one but is someone who can potentially develop into a game-wrecker given his raw talent. Jr Jr Some teams may be scared away by Young's lack of size, but his skillset warrants being the first quarterback taken. We give each team its original pick, and take an all-time great quarterback. Not only was he a dominant pass rusher, but Anderson was a strong, tough run defender. He has excellent size with some natural cover skills. Manuel, Marcus Mariota, Robert Griffin III, etc. Oklahoma Cam Smith could develop into that type of cover guy, as his length and instincts will translate well to the next level. 6'3" 7/1/22: Hickman assembled a respectable season for the Buckeyes in 2021, recording 99 tackles, a sack, forced fumble, two passes defended and two interceptions. Green Bay Packers | Alabama S Jordan Battle, 46. / 265 lbs. The 6-foot-6, 315-pound Johnson has an excellent skill set with size, quickness and athleticism. Porter rotated in as freshman in 2020 and had a quality debut. You can never have too many pass rushers, and Felix Anudike-Uzomah can start at DE for Jacksonville from day one. Anderson was phenomenal in 2021, recording 101 tackles, 17.5 sacks and three passes defended. 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. 1/7/23: In 2022, Dean collected 81 tackles and four passes broken up. He was a dominant passer, showing good accuracy and the ability to push the ball vertically. NYJ receives: Derek Carr + 2023 2nd-round pick (No. 6'4" The 6-foot-4, 235-pounder was the rare freshman to start on Nick Saban's defense, but Anderson proved his special ability with a superb 2020 season. 7/1/22: Ward flashed in 2020, showing some ball skills at cornerback. View Ranking History. 13 overall). The top 2023 Safety prospects available for the 2023 NFL Draft. The Patriots could stand to bolster the offensive tackle spot with Isaiah Wynn set to become a free agent and veteran Trent Brown coming off a disappointing campaign. (Check out the latest episode below.). Click here to jump to the Panthers' first second-round pick. Will Anderson Jr. The 6-foot-2, 192-pounder possesses excellent size and the upside to become an impactful player. 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. He dealt with injuries, but continued to play solid football for Ohio State. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Georgia CB Kelee Ringo, 20. 1/7/23: Howden totaled 58 tackles, two interceptions and five passes broken up in 2022. Team sources were impressed with Gonzalez (6-2, 201) on tape, starting from 2021 and into how he played in 2022. It might hurt to see the Colts jump ahead of them for Young, but Stroud is a pretty fantastic consolation prize for Houston here. 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. Jamaree Salyer can slight over to guard and help Chargers get their best five on the field. He did not do much in 2020 and 2019, racking up 22 tackles and three sacks over that time, but he broke out with an impressive 2021 season. The Titans have shown they're not willing to pay top dollar at wide receiver (see: A.J. It was his first season as a starter, so Hickman could rise if he builds off that and shows more coverage ability. 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. Johnson has lot of upside to improve as he gains additional experience. Anton Harrison will help ensure Kenny Pickett stays clean in the pocket, Najee Harris has holes to run through, and George Pickens has time to get open. Even before that, his build and upside still warrant him being a first-round selection. While Richardson has a cannon for an arm, he often throws flat passes and fastballs that are not catchable for his receivers. 1 for now. He was decent, but unimpressive, for Notre Dame. Buffalo Bills | Florida OL O'Cyrus Torrence, 30. Pick change: previously Peter Skoronski, OT/G. 1/7/23: Brown was a solid strong safety for the Fighting Illini over the past few seasons, and the senior was particularly dynamic playmaker in 2022. 62. He also notched 19 receptions for 314 yards and two scores. The 2023 class of free-agent WRs leaves a lot to be desired, and maybe the Patriots learned their lesson about overpaying mid-level talents two offseasons ago. Entering 2022, Gonzalez did not have an interception, so NFL evaluators wanted to see him show more ball skills, and he displayed improvement in that regard. Pairing Quentin Johnston, potentially the No. Summary: Gonzalez started out his collegiate career at Colorado before transferring to Oregon for 2022. 13 overall) Bijan Robinson is a rare combination of size, vision, and playmaking ability that can be a game-changer for the Eagles offense. Houston Texans | Ohio State QB C.J. The Lions defense played much better the second half of the season, but it still needs more upgrades if it's going to become a consistent contender in the NFC North. 1/7/23: Smith has been a solid backed defender for Georgia over the past few seasons. The Falcons could use more pass-rushing talent. Whether Lamar Jackson returns or not, the Ravens need to add to their WR corps. Whoever is under center for Green Bay in 2023 would benefit from Michael Mayer's blocking prowess, reliable hands and ability to get open in the biggest of moments. 1 pick, they can either stay put and take one of the two defensive prospects worthy of this spot, or auction it off to the highest bidder who wants to move up for a quarterback.

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