Georgia is tied with Ohio State for the most players in Kipers mock draft with three. I think a team will bet on Washingtons talent in the top 40 picks, but you do wonder why he wasnt used more for the back-to-back national champs. Click here for Stackpole's full mock draft. He is an excellent route-runner who can win at all three levels and the Texans really need some pass-catching talent. The Ohio State star's 2022 season was derailed by a hamstring injury. As the college football season comes to an end, let's take a look at the latest first-round 2022 NFL Mock Draft. The Colts are finally going to get off the veteran-QB-bridge carousel and get married to another rookie. Detroit Lions (from L.A. Rams): CB Christian Gonzalez, Oregon. Stingley's name will gain traction once again after his pro day next month, and the Vikings are a team in need of a talented cornerback to tighten up the pass defense. Following New Orleans' failed pursuit of Deshaun Watson -- and the subsequent re-signing of Jameis Winston -- a quarterback would make plenty of sense here. Now, you might not be familiar with Asamoah just yet, as he's generally in the Day 2 conversation, but he could pair nicely at linebacker with last year's second-round steal, Nick Bolton. Three Minnesota cornerbacks played more than 160 defensive snaps last year, and two of them Patrick Peterson (884) and Mackensie Alexander (689) are headed toward free agency. Maybe Jimmy Garoppolo. The Commanders move up from the 16th spot, trading with the Eagles. But in 2021, as Kiper noted above, Smith-Njigba caught 95 passes for 1,606 yards and nine touchdowns. BYU quarterback Jaren Hall (3) throws the ball while playing the East Carolina Pirates Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, in Provo. The trade details are noted above. That's right it's mock draft time. Simultaneously, draft season is in full swing. One of them is Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who was projected to go to the Patriots in the first round of ESPN expert Mel Kiper Jr.'s new 2023 NFL Mock Draft published Tuesday. The NFL draft expert does have some questions about Washington, specifically as to why he didnt have a higher usage rate in the Georgia passing game. 21. I did give some consideration to Raimann, but Philly has some solid resources at tackle, so planning for the future at center -- while providing some depth and flexibility immediately on the interior of the offensive line -- makes more sense to me. Van Ness uses both power and a good bend to get to the quarterback and would pair well with the ageless Cameron Jordan, 30. Arizona Cardinals (from Carolina): EDGE Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech. 9. Ultimately, I chose one or the other for each pick, chronologically working my way from No. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Baltimore moves up two spots to the 20th pick. 64. Before I get to the picks, I'm going to lay out the four trades that are included in these predictions: 1. All selections were made using PFNs free Mock Draft Simulator. Injuries and age have caught up to one of the 1.) 2022 NFL Draft: Strongest position group? They still have their choice of the two defenders they would have been mulling over at number one. Kansas City Chiefs: EDGE Nolan Smith, Georgia. In this mock draft, were going to take an aggressive approach and trade up when we try and secure top talent for the Vikings by using the Rich Hill trade chart. ESPN lead NFL draft analyst Mel Kiper revealed his latest 2023 mock draft. Click here for D'Andrea's full mock draft. We haven't seen a trade analogous to this one since 2004, which was the famous Eli Manning, Philip Rivers swap. 10. You know what? The best thing to do in that scenario is to make the situation around their new passer better, and the Raiders' offensive line needs a lot of help. The big-bodied wideout with contested-catch and red-zone ability provides Washington with a great complement to McLaurin -- and he fits in with Wentz' off-schedule (and sometimes-risky) play at quarterback. Vikings edge defender Danielle Hunter's future in Minnesota is to be determined, but regardless of the outcome, the Vikings need to add premium edge rush talent. The first round has changed quite a bit since my last mock draft. That said, I personally feel the need was higher elsewhere, particularly at edge rusher, with high-level prospects like Travon Walker and Kayvon Thibodeaux still available. His raw talent is undeniable -- and could be too much to resist for a team that just lost Randy Gregory in free agency. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Mel Kiper Jr. predicts Patriots take Ohio State star in new NFL mock draft, Perry's 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Patriots trade down, snag WR in Round 1, Barney's makeover has dinosaur experts scratching their heads: 'I don't even know where to start with it', Jena Malone was sexually assaulted by someone she worked with on 'Hunger Games': 'I've worked very hard to heal', Dave Grohl's good deed: Rocker barbecues for hundreds at L.A. homeless shelter, 'There were no filmmakers of color': How Robert Townsend changed the game with self-financed 1987 comedy 'Hollywood Shuffle', Emma Willis 'grateful' to work with dementia specialist after Bruce Willis's FTD diagnosis. 2023 Minnesota Vikings Football, LLC , All Rights Reserved. Chicago traded this year's first-round pick but has two selections in the second round Redrafting the 2012 NFL Draft: Colts select Russell Wilson No. New York Giants: CB Cam Smith, South Carolina. 67 DEN. Foskey, a second-team All-American and team captain in 2022, totaled 20.5 sacks in his final two seasons (25 games) with the Fighting Irish. The predicted pick at No. WebMock Draft Simulator. Click here for Fornelli's full mock draft. Numerous trades involving quarterbacks and wide receivers have shaken up the first 32 picks. He will fit well in Wink Martindale's man-heavy defense. It's easy to forget that he led the 2021 Buckeyes in receptions and that corps included first-rounders Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave, and future first-rounder Marvin Harrison Jr.", Analysis: "Torrence is an NFL-ready guard the Giants can plug in immediately. New Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah will have plenty of pressure on him to deliver in the 2022 NFL Draft. View the breakdown of each team's picks and their They couldn't go wrong by taking the best available offensive lineman as they attempt to build a fortress around Joe Burrow. With Walker finally off the board, here's a chance for the Texans to continue building around last year's third-round QB selection, Davis Mills, by handing him a stud at wideout. The Eagles may need to reload up front, and Kancey has shown some dynamic traits as a potential three-technique standout. The interception totals won't blow you away he's got two in three seasons with the Huskies but he's also given up just 56 catches on 100 targets for 502 yards, 173 yards after the catch, four touchdowns, two interceptions, and an opponent passer rating of 74.7. Now, let the hard evaluation of QB Daniel Jones truly begin. Back on the clock here at No. This is a good bit lower than from where most mock drafts have Jones landing, with most having him land in the early to mid-teens. The cool thing about this PFF tool is that you can adjust the settings to shape how the simulated picks are made -- and that's what I did in this piece, looking to explore the age-old debate of drafting for need vs. taking the best player available (BPA). 1 through No. What you have to love about Karlaftis is the motor never stops. 4. Stroud is the more popular pick here at the moment, I just get the feeling that Levis is going to rise as we continue through this pre-draft process. 3. And in this projection, we get a second-round quarterback run, with Malik Willis, Desmond Ridder and Matt Corral all coming off the board. This shouldn't cost much. Here's a look at our fifth Vikings That would be two years in a row that the Chiefs took an edge rusher at the end of the first round, but they need an upgrade over Frank Clark and a young bookend for George Karlaftis. He's elusive in the open field and has the speed to separate from coverage. Kiper, who has Carter as his top overall prospect, sees the Georgia defensive tackle landing with the Chicago Bears at pick No. That's a good thing, because quarterback Mac Jones regressed last season. Who would have thought that the most impressive combine performance would come from a defensive tackle? Its not the strongest class at the top, and there are no quarterbacks worth mortgaging the future for. There are still questions about his lateral agility and movement freedom, but his strength was borderline dominant at the Senior Bowl. It didn't actually take place until after the Chargers picked Manning first overall and the Giants picked Rivers fourth overall, but it was essentially the same thing. Even with the acquisitions of Alex Cappa, La'el Collins and Ted Karras in free agency, I still view offensive line as a need for the Bengals. Assuming his medicals check out and his hamstring won't be an issue, he'll be my top-ranked wideout in this class. But you'd love to provide depth and amplify a position of strength here with PFF's best available player. Hayden Hurst could hit the market and even if he returns the Bengals could use a more dynamic weapon, as Hurst only averaged 8.0 yards per catch. Wilson packs plenty of speed and strength into a 6-foot frame, possessing the ability to turn 6 yards into 60 at any point. Devin Singletary is a pending free agent and I don't think James Cook is an every-down back. One of them isJaxon Smith-Njigba, who was projected to go to the Patriots in the first round of ESPN expert Mel Kiper Jr.'s new 2023 NFL Mock Draft published Tuesday. Gardner would be an ideal replacement for Patrick Peterson in Minnesota. New Orleans likely will have a new starting quarterback, so lets get that passer some help.. And remember to check out "With the First Pick," our NFL Draft podcast that is now twice a week: every Monday and Thursday at 2 p.m. Witherspoon isn't the biggest corner available but he's got the confidence needed at that position and plenty of athleticism. All Rights Reserved. Check out latest mock drafts following one of the biggest events in the evaluation process. I turn in the card quickly if I'm Steve Keim. 1 through 32 like a real draft, taking players off the board as they were selected. Lloyd is my favorite linebacker in this year's class, but the need choice here does not meet the value of this pick for the Giants. 4. And ESPNs Mel Kiper Jr. thinks theres a real chance the Bulldogs accomplish said feat once again. Gardner is another player who is poised for the top 10 after a great showing at the scouting combine. Could Howell represent the future of the franchise? This is our third crack at predicting how the first round will play out this April; I gave it a shot two weeks ago and Staff Writer/Reporter Brianna Dix gave us her first mock last week. The Cardinals haven't had a dominant interior disruptor since Calais Campbell left for Jacksonville in free agency, so I love that Davis is the BPA option here. Terrell. If the Lions stick and pick, I like PFF's best available player at this point. I had the Bucs nabbing cornerback Joey Porter Jr. in my last version but this time around he's already gone. 77: Cole Strange, Offensive Line, Chattanooga. Smith-Njigba was mostly a slot receiver in 2021 and is an excellent route runner with impressive athleticism. Buffalo Bills: RB Bijan Robinson, Texas. 33 through No. BIG BOARD: Ranking the top 100 prospects for 2022 NFL Draft NFL mock draft 2022 1. The Vikings halt the fall of Stingley, who was once considered the consensus No. WATCH: Peyton Manning's son, Marshall, shows off strong arm at the Pro Bowl, Sean Payton trade details: What the Broncos gave up for the coach, 5 worst coaches in Denver Broncos history, Every time the Broncos have used a franchise tag in the past, 12 ex-Broncos coaches who joined other NFL teams this offseason, 8 players Broncos should let walk during NFL free agency, 2023 NFL mock draft: Broncos select OT and OLB in 3rd round, Gallery: Broncos' top draft picks from the last 12 NFL combines, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. 37 Cody Mauch, OT, North Dakota State, No. He's explosive, athletic, and able to bend around offensive tackles along the edge or use his twitchiness to slice inside and get to the quarterback. Weakest? That said, he's not as fluid as you'd like when changing direction, and he does struggle when he isn't able to overpower his blocker with his strength or speed off the snap. 1 cornerback but has since fallen back with the likes of "Sauce" Gardner, Trent McDuffie and others. The Bolts made clear their intentions to upgrade their 30th-ranked rush defense from last season with their free agency acquisitions of Sebastian Joseph-Day and Austin Johnson. Indianapolis trades up to the first pick. McDuffie certainly qualifies as a possible future star. Maybe Wilson isn't quite the prize as Will Anderson would have been had the Cardinals had stayed at the third pick, but he sure is a nice Plan B and the Cardinals really needed as much draft capital as they can get. A strong performance at the NFL combine should help vault him up in the draft, including possibly into the top 10. I expected to have Robinson coming off the board a little earlier this time around but, nope, here is again and once again the Bills take the plunge. And ESPNs Mel Kiper Jr. thinks theres a real chance the Bulldogs accomplish said feat once again. The Vikings need help stopping the run and their guy falls right to them. They throw in a 2024 sixth to make up the difference. Again, trade details noted above. Smith is a bit undersized but he plays bigger than his 234 pounds and holds up well against the run. Lloyd is a nice fit on the second level of the Ravens' defense, joining fellow young 'backers Patrick Queen, Tyus Bowser and Odafe Oweh. Gardner-Johnson in free agency. ", Analysis: "He caught 59 passes for 875 yards and eight TDs this season, and the Giants would get a potential WR1 before a mini run on receivers here. ET on March 7 to designate players before free agency begins eight days later. video. His 12 sacks and 45 pressures were both top-15 numbers in the country last season, and he's a great value pick for Minnesota at No. In his first three-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Chad Reuter sees six trades taking place in Round 1, including three that involve the Chicago Bears. They are definitely in the market for an edge rusher and would probably have been very happy with someone like Myles Murphy or Tyree Wilson. Would the Steelers consider beefing up their pass rush behind T.J. Watt? Last week, the franchise and transition tag window opened around the league. NOW PLAYING . 15, and I don't see OT as the team's most immediate need, so I'd rather hop on PFF's BPA option. Teams are listed with their first pick selection. The Titans have a terrific trio of pass rushers up front, with Harold Landry and Bud Dupree coming off the edge while Jeffery Simmons causes havoc from the interior. Skoronski didn't fall far before grabbing the ledge in Tennessee with those short arms. In his first three-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Chad Reuter gives the New England Patriots a dynamic wide receiver in Round 2. With that as the backdrop, here's how this NEED-vs.-BPA thought exercise played out Jacksonville's biggest need is not a position. NFL Media analyst Daniel Jeremiah released his updated rankings of the top 50 prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft. Talent wins out over size concerns. TCU's Quentin Johnston and USC's Jordan Addison are two popular names often connected to the Patriots in mock drafts, but there are other options New England might consider if it wants to target a wideout in the first round. And you wonder if the Ravens would prefer Wyatt's teammate, Jordan Davis, from an interior D-line perspective. In that case, though, the Titans moved all the way down to number 16, so the price was pretty steep (a future first, two seconds and two thirds). There's plenty of potential for an above-average pass rusher here, and those are always valuable. 30. With their second pick in the third round, Denver adds Notre Dame edge defender Isaiah Foskey in Easterlings mock. The Giants could go with Zay Flowers, as we predicted the past two weeks, but at this point it might make more sense to wait until the second round for a pass-catcher and focus on another position of need with Smith, who is a feisty corner who thrived in the talented SEC. 3. However, McDuffie is as technically sound as any prospect in this class. Denver has five picks to use in the draft his year, which will be held in Kansas City from April 27-29. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. John Fennelly February 24, 2023 9:55 am ET The New York Giants selected 11 players in the 2022 NFL draft, many of whom would play extensive roles for the clubs as rookies. He played in just three games and tallied five receptions for 43 yards. Johnson can set the edge in run defense, use leverage to beat blocks, and owns easily projectable tools to the NFL. Atlanta Falcons: EDGE Myles Murphy, Clemson. 2 overall, so I don't think safety registers as a need with the final pick of the round. I love the idea of the Saints upgrading at wideout to give Michael Thomas (assuming he's healthy) and Jameis Winston some help. 4 IND. Plus, two prolific offenses add a running back. ", Pick: John Michael Schmitz, IOL, Minnesota, Analysis: "John Michael Schmitz is a powerful interior offensive lineman who can play guard or center. With ideal length and smooth footwork, the ball-hawking three interceptions in each of past three seasons cornerback has the versatility to excel in either press or off coverage. 5. Related: NFL teams eager to see Darnell Washington at combine: I think theres more there. Watch it here 2022 NFL mock draft: Need vs. Best player available Published: Apr 11, 2022 at 03:48 PM Rhett Lewis NFL Network Host Jeremiah Mock 4.0 Schrager 3.0 So I ran two simulations with the PFF mock draft machine: In the first go-around, I turned the settings all the way up on "Draft for needs" and all the way down on "Care for positional value"; in the second, I reversed those settings. Suh and Joseph were hired guns but Hargrave was one of most dominant interior linemen in the league last season and Cox has been a mainstay in Philly for 11 years. 25. Last year, Houston Texans (from Cleveland): WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State. In the third round, the Packers grab a new tight end for Aaron Rodgers. The Buckeye playmaker represents the best all-around wideout in a class that features a lot of different flavors at the position. Murphy is quick off the ball and has a well-developed arsenal of pass-rush moves. New Orleans Saints (from San Francisco through Miami and Denver): EDGE Lukas Van Ness, Iowa, This is a bit of a fall for Van Ness, who went 20th in each of our first two mock drafts, but that works out well for the Saints, who are working hard to get a rough cap situation under control and could very well lose Marcus Davenport just as they did Trey Hendrickson in 2021. Would Philadelphia really trade with another team in its division? February 28, 2023 11:13 pm ET. 14. The Seahawks are going to love every rumor about teams trading up for the quarterbacks over the next couple months. Minnesota Vikings: EDGE Keion White, Georgia Tech. 23. This year, the fireworks could start right away due to a relatively uncommon set of circumstances. But the Jaguars also have guard Ben Bartch coming back from a knee injury and could use a high-end interior blocker to pair with Brandon Scherff and help create lanes for Travis Etienne. The Eagles had 70 sacks in 2022. video. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. In her first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Cynthia Frelund uses her analytical model to project Picks 1-31. 46: Christian Harris, Linebacker, Alabama, The predicted pick at No. I don't doubt that the Commanders are sincere about starting 2022 fifth-rounder Sam Howell in 2023, but it seems unwise to put too much stock in his ability to become the long-term starter. The Broncos do not own first- or second-round picks this year, but they hold back-to-back selections in the third round (Nos. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: CB Emmanuel Forbes, Mississippi State. Alabama is the only other school with multiple selections. You betcha the Vikings can look to Fargo for someone who [can] boost Justin Jefferson and Adam Thielen as an outside size-speed prospect to take advantage of Kirk Cousins' big arm in Kevin O'Connell's offense. View the picks The energetic pass rusher could step in immediately to spark a front line that needs another QB hunter. That said, safety may not be a huge need, with Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell teaming up to form one of the most dynamic duos at that position in the NFL. 18. It's a position they value quite a bit. I still think the addition of Sanders especially with Leighton Vander Esch a potential free agency loss would help the Cowboys get the most out of their best player, Micah Parsons. Things haven't quite worked out for the last first-round wideout the Patriots picked, N'Keal Harry, but that shouldn't scare Bill Belichick away from selecting a much more refined player. Green Bay Packers: WR Quentin Johnston, TCU. In his first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Bucky Brooks predicts the Bills and Giants will add wide receivers as they seek deeper playoff runs next season. 12: Ahmad Gardner, Cornerback, Cincinnati. And he told us at the combine that he felt like he had something to prove going from the SEC to the ACC. His ability to take the football away may be his best trait. 16. The Minnesota Vikings put together their best season in recent history in 2022. Baltimore is surprised to see Addison still available and they make a small move to get him before the Chargers do, or another team that might have traded with Seattle. You can get him the ball in so many different ways, including handoffs, jet sweeps and quick screens. If you want consistency (and the Vikings really need it at the position), that's a pretty good indicator. The perennial search for someone who can get to the quarterback continues for the Falcons, who have recorded a total of 68 sacks over the last three seasons combined. 12, PFF is concerned about the rawness of his skill set and relative lack of college production. Trades are in play and spoiler alert I've got two of the first three picks on the move. 25. Please check your email for a confirmation. ", Analysis: "I've always been of the mind that O'Cyrus Torrence is more of a second-rounder than a first-round prospect. 46: Martin Emerson, Cornerback, Mississippi State, The predicted pick at No. It's not a matter of if but when. Wonnum, but Johnson can be a third impact player on their front. The Vikings have had better luck with edge rushers than cornerbacks, so maybe they are gun shy to return to the latter well. My favorite route runner in this class, Olave also showcased speed to burn with his 4.39 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine. I have OT as a much bigger need overall for Brian Daboll's club, and while I'd prefer Evan Neal here, Cross is PFF's best player available and gives Big Blue a high-quality tackle opposite Andrew Thomas. Imagine having a big three of Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs and Bijan Robinson, the Texas runner is indeed one of the best RB prospects in years. 31. I love his leadership and play-making ability, but the Commanders need more options for newly acquired QB Carson Wentz. We gave Philly an interior offensive lineman at No. For more draft content, check out our latest prospect rankings and mock drafts, as well as our new weekly podcast, "With the First Pick," featuring former Vikings Carolina trades up to third pick. Next: Round 1 London checks in as the sim's best player available. 17. Click here for Spielberger's full mock draft. 23. Click here for Zierlein's full mock draft. Trading down in the first round is one of his favorite things to do and the Seahawks hadn't done so since 2019! An alternate mock ARI Received: Pick 12 Received: Pick 23, Pick 55, 2023 ARI 3rd PIT Received: Pick 46 Received: Pick 52, Pick 138. And remember to check out "With the First Pick," our NFL Draft podcast that is now twice a week: every Monday and Thursday at 2 p.m. Washington trades up to 10th pick. He was one of the best wideouts in the nation for an explosive Buckeyes offense that also featured star wide receivers and 2022 first-round picks Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. The short answer: Probably. In his first three-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Chad Reuter gives the Detroit Lions a big-bodied quarterback in Round 3. Green played all over the offensive line during his career at Texas A&M, so he can give the Bills some depth at tackle as a bonus. 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This pick is a 300-yard tee shot straight down the fairway at TPC Sawgrass. The answer is quite clear in the eyes of the PFF mock machine: Saddle up for another season of Sam Darnold as the Panthers' starter. 1 tackle on their draft board. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. 12: Jermaine Johnson II, Edge Rusher, Florida State. Clubs have until 4 p.m. However, offensive line is the name of the game, according to the PFF simulator, and while Penning represents the best available player, I'm going with the greater need on the interior. 2 HST. Moore would be another boost to a wide receiver room that saw a rookie excel down the stretch last year in Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Jaguars need a WINNER, and here they find the intersection of need and BPA in Hutchinson. 1 receiver. He was a three-year starter at BYU and could potentially be a long-term right tackle prospect for the Broncos. Nevertheless, that one season is a very strong one, as Ojabo racked up 42 quarterback pressures and earned an 87.3 pass-rush grade despite hardly playing before 2021. 29. Round 2, No. At 6-foot-4, he is tremendous after the catch, breaking tackles and running for long touchdowns. Compensatory picks have not been assigned and will not be included in this exercise. Well, the simulator served us up quite the predicament here, since both players have already come off the board -- and most likely will be gone by this point on April 28, as well. Georgia led all college teams in the 2022 NFL Draft with five first-round picks. Simultaneously, draft season is in full swing.
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