Our confidence in the Bears has spiked again. Well Stroud is on his way to doing so. 2023 NFL Draft: Bryce Young, CJ Stroud Live Up To Hype In Top 10 Quarterback Rankings The 2022 NFL Draft was an odd one by quarterback standards. He became a breakout candidate as a redshirt freshman last season when he showed well in place of DEriq King. Washington was the much more solidly built foil to the undersized, Robinson teamed up with 15th overall pick, Cohen is one thickly built guard who moved the line of scrimmage with ease next to. Just an absolutely surreal catch from Jaxon Smith Njigba pic.twitter.com/NIj98FY0Uq, Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) November 27, 2021. If the Bears, currently holding the number two slot in the Draft, stay there, it's a no-brainer to select him. That trend looks to continue, as the 2023 draft class has a number of talented tackles with their own eyes set on NFL stardom. His ability to flick it 50-plus yards on a rope has the attention of every NFL evaluator. There is a lot to like about Murphy's game but to draft him and say he is going to be your dominant pass rusher is a misnomer. I promise you won't find a better draft class for your franchise. Hendon Hooker has witnessed a similar rise in quarterback rankings. He has been ruled out for the remainder of the year, and with another year of eligibility, Leary likely returns to NC State to rebuild his NFL Draft image that has taken a hit over recent weeks in his absence. This 6-foot-3, 320-pounder will likely project more as a guard, and he can be a darn good one. A changing of the guard is looming, as some of the league's best runners are nearing the point when the wear-and-tear of a professional career takes effect. He averaged 7.5 yards after the catch per reception last season. This screen against Michigan in Week 7 is one example. He is only completing 55% of his passes, and we can say, Josh Allen did that too!, but there is A LOT of projecting involved to convince yourself that Anthony Richardson is the next Josh Allen. pic.twitter.com/a1bfLsemuE, Brandon Thorn (@BrandonThornNFL) September 7, 2021. This year, the junior doesn't have any competition in the same backfield. Stroud. Bryce Young, QB, Alabama (6-0, 194 pounds) Young has special athleticism and intangible qualities beyond his age. Is he more of a David Montgomery or Michael Cartergreat runners who didn't show an elite top speed during the pre-draft process? Nelson has been trending up ever since he was thrown to the wolves as a true freshman starter in 2019. The redshirt freshman yielded only eight pressures on 516 pass-blocking snaps for the Buckeyes. The 2023 NFL Draft has a handful of talented tight ends that will likely be Top 100 picks this April. List Of Traded Picks. No one worked harder for their production among these top guys than the Stanford signal-caller. In three games since returning from injury, Haener has completed 79.6% of his passes for 1034 yards and 10 touchdowns! Youngs biggest knock is his size, and while I share that concern, one look at the tape shows that his size does not hamper him much. Anthony Richardson is a BAD man pic.twitter.com/Il52CLY750, Barstool Florida (@UFBarstool) September 5, 2021. Who are some of the top small-school prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft? To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. McCall, while improved as a processor, simply is not asked to process much in the Chanticleers offense. He reads the field very well and consistently makes good decisions with the football in his hand. He has a little bit of experience as a returner, too. Published: Dec 02, 2022 at 12:07 PM. Levis is built like a brick house. While he's buoyed by three first-round wideouts, his arm talent stands out in its own right. Think about that number for a second. Unlike most quarterbacks in this class, Levis has ample experience under center, running a zone-heavy run scheme. Lets dive in and find out! The highest-graded rusher in college football as only a true sophomore last year, Vaughn is truly one of one. During his sophomore campaign, the 5'11", 215-pound ball-carrier officially broke out with 1,371 yards and 13 touchdowns. Elliot isn't the same explosive back he once was. Stroud has much better prototypical tools than Young and showed marked development in his first season as a starter. That same running back dominated at the collegiate level. These are the top 2023 draft prospects at each position whom Ill be diving into more over the summer. Gibbs easily slides out of the backfield, effortlessly snags passes and glides through the open field. That honor went to Devon Achane, who has moved into a featured role this season. In 12 games for Iowa State this season, WR Xavier Hutchinson racked up an FBS . Has a burst. Comps for Smith would be two former Penn State players from the 2021 Draft, Micah Parsons and Odafe Oweh. Another part is how poorly he performs against pressure. 6. an NFL level, and he posted a swift 2.48-second average time to throw last season. NFL lead backs need to be competent in all three phases of an offense. It's a weak class overall but there should still be some gems; One under-the-radar WR to pay attention to; Shaping up to be a good year to need an offensive tackle? Of course, what goes with that is he is not the quickest. Noah Sewell, Oregon: Sewell, the brother of Penei, is a throwback type of linebacker that we have not seen in awhile. Jaydon Grant is a veteran leader in the Oregon State secondary who displays good coverage skills. McKee looks like an NFL quarterback in pads. The 2023 NFL Draft class features high-upside players at the quarterback position. Sets up his blockers well. Jordan Addison, Pittsburgh 6 3. Zach Evans. Michael Mayer, Notre Dame Mayer. His 81 carries for 466 yards are the most on the Aggies. At one point during his prep career, the speedster posted the season's fastest outdoor 200-meter run (20.46 seconds) in the nation. This past season, he earned run- and pass-blocking grades over 80.0 at left tackle. Hia drops will have to be monitored after he recorded 21 In his first two seasons. He broke 31 tackles on 71 carries last year, and he possesses one filthy stiff arm. Sometimes, the best quotes come from the opposition, especially when a player is facing a Nick Saban-led squad. Top 25 "Realistic" 2023 Free Agents. His ability to chase and catch plays from behind is outstanding. Thats the top figure of any returning center in the country. Jermaine Burton, a Georgia transfer, is not the type of guy to dominate a game, nor is JaCorey Brooks or anyone else in the WR room. Harrison moves like a jumbo tight end and is built like one, too. Unlock all tools and content including Player Grades, Fantasy, NFL Draft, Premium Stats, Greenline and DFS. Vaughn is a slippery runner and a natural receiver out of the backfield. Youd better run that pick concept correctly and get him out of the way if you want the play to succeed. Georgia plays a strict rotation with their defensive line because their depth is so strong. by Dan Parr & Eric Edholm. McBride displays top-notch contact balance and power to break through arm tackles and even run over some defenders. Tucker is as rocked up as youll see for a college running back. First off, risk-averse is great for limiting turnovers, but it is also great for limiting offensive output. ???? No other back has more than nine totes for 39 yards through Texas A&M's first five games. Once upon a time, a diminutive running back from Kansas State had an entire room full of NFL scouts laughing when he wasn't tall enough to register during height measurements on a Senior Bowl stage. "I think it's important to play good defense, [and] I think it's importantyou have to be able to run the ball. The second-year starter in Columbus boasts the prototypical size for a franchise quarterback in the NFL. Even without its first-round pick, New. Athlete Brandyn Hillman of Virginia was voted All-District as a quarterback, punter, and defensive back so he's a young man that clearly thrives in whatever role he is entered into. Laborn had to endure what life is like away from football. The 2022 class, on paper, is the worst one since EJ Manuel came off the board in round one in 2013. He is an even better athlete than Cam Ward and might have a stronger overall arm. The best cornerbacks and cornerback coaches will talk about staying in phase and not chasing plays. This is a look at the first-round order for the 2023 NFL Draft heading into Week 13 of the 2022 NFL season, along with the top three needs for each team. Wilson is a very interesting prospect. 2023 NFL Draft Class: Prospects to KNOW NOW - YouTube 0:00 / 56:29 #FantasyFootball #WakeUpWithRayG 2023 NFL Draft Class: Prospects to KNOW NOW 12,452 views Streamed live on May. Through four games, he had made zero big-time throws and six turnover-worthy plays. EDGE Will Anderson Jr., Alabama Height: 6040 Weight: 243 pounds Class: Junior 2021 Stats: 17.5 sacks & 34.5 tackles for loss (TFL) (15 games) Will Anderson Jr. enters the 2022 college football season on a torrid pace as a pass rusher and overall defender. The Stanford quarterback was a highly-sought after recruit out of high school, but after signing on with Stanford, he took two years off from the sport on a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 9. Kirby Smart's. Levis has thrown 22 interceptions in his last 24 games, a number that will elicit groans from talent evaluators. Give Boutte a stable quarterback situation and watch out. The tools are all there; he just needs an NFL team that believes in him and is patient enough to let him grow. "The 215-pound back has the highest power output on the team, according to UAB head strength coach Lyle Henley," The Athletic's Bruce Feldman wrote. Notre Dame picked up their 27th verbal commitment in the 2023 recruiting class on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/4NYyz74tDs, Dean Straka (@DWStraka49) September 4, 2021. McCall thrives on being accurate as is highlighted by his sparkling completion percentage but his misses are really bad at times. McKee runs a pro-style west coast scheme with Stanford, which will be a big selling point for him as a prospect. As a redshirt senior last year at Virginia, he earned a 90.2 run-blocking grade. This week, the junior made his intentions for the 2023 draft official. He fell out of favor as a sophomore at Michigan in 2020 before transferring out west. Will Levis fits the cliche saying of a boom-or-bust prospect. Robinson is different than those mentioned, though. He might even be able to find a team willing to take the shot on him during day one of the 2023 NFL Draft. He finished strong though, with 11 sacks on the season and 22 over the last two seasons. He's a very instinctive runner. He broke 79 tackles on only 195 carries last year and added eight more broken tackles on 26 receptions. The collegiate standout did sprint for his high school track team and won two indoor titles in the 55-meter dash, which may quash any questions about his overall burst. While that talent is still there, Jurkovec has still never quite become a consistent quarterback. McCaffrey hasn't played a full season since 2019. Let's take a look at the Top Five tight ends on my board. He convinced Hendon Hooker to transfer, promising that he would develop Hookers arm talent rather than using him as a gadget type of player. "He makes people miss left and right. He broke 49 tackles on 144 attempts and finished with 944 yards. Devin Leary has not appeared in a game for the Wolfpack since Oct. 8 due to a torn pectoral. While still a bit raw as a pass rusher, the natural tools are there. With the college football regular season over, let's hand out some awards for the quarterback prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft class in the latest "In the Market." The college football . McKee has not quite learned how to put the proper touch on the ball, both on short-timing routes and deep balls. "He does a great job of pressing the hole," Alabama head coach Nick Saban told reporters after the contest. This guy is as good of an all-around back as there probably is in the country. pic.twitter.com/NiSXx4YiK5, Dean Straka (@DWStraka49) December 13, 2020. But with the Volunteers, that has changed considerably. Porter Jr. checks all the boxes. A.J. Both would benefit immensely from another year in college. Corum's 93 carries are 70 more than anyone else on the roster. In 2022, Leary was on pace for numbers well below these figures. It is hard to pick on Hooker for doing what the coaching staff tells him (at a high level at that), but there will be a steep learning curve for gifted QB at the next level. Young arrived in Tuscaloosa as a heralded five-star recruit from California. Some of the better edge players in no particular order in the Draft include the following: Anderson is a junior who will enter the Draft and very well could be the first player drafted. Schmitz would have been a top-three center in the 2022 class if he declared after his standout redshirt senior campaign. Porter is better with this than he used to be, but there are still coaching points to consider. "As soon as Jahmyr hits the second level, I just know he gone," outside linebacker Dallas Turners said. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Cedric Tillman, Tennessee . You would also love to see Stroud create more off-schedule plays, but an NFL team should be able to give him a clean pocket, making this only a minor concern. Porter Among Top CB Prospects in 2023 Class There's obviously still a long way to go until draft day, but as of the end of the 2022 college football season, Porter is considered a top 5 prospect . Tyler Linderbaum step for step with Sam LaPorta as Iowa regains the lead ??? Will Levis is far and away the most polarizing first-round prospect at quarterback that I can personally remember. Foskey was a hot name entering the season but got off to a slow start. Stroud was a bit slow out of the gate, even if the numbers do not show it. @LiveMethod. After three years of trying to make that work for the Bulldogs, Thompson transferred to Virginia to pick up the receiver position. 2023 will be a good year for NFL teams needing cornerback talent in the draft. Furthermore, McCall can get throws to every level, but I still question his velocity on throws into tight windows. He can use many different throwing motions, but these lead to inconsistency with accuracy and ball placement. Chad Reuter. Natural running ability often jumps off the screen. Since then, his pass-blocking grade has improved by leaps and bounds each season. However, NFL team sources say Richardson's skill set is so good and dynamic that he would not get out of the second round if he were to enter the 2023 NFL Draft. Corum's 26 carries finished second on the team, but he averaged a meager 3.0 yards per carry. Levis ran the offense at an elite clip, showing a deep understanding of such an advanced scheme. Why? And hopefully many more plays like this to come in Fort Worth for the 5-star. After three years of trying to make that work for the Bulldogs, Thompson transferred to Virginia to pick up the receiver position. But Gibbs' value isn't necessarily derived from his running ability. That showed after the catch he broke 16 tackles on 64 catches as a true sophomore in 2021. How that turns out remains to be seen. Jimmy Williams. Because when it comes to defending modern offenses, your cornerbacks must be aggressive enough to disrupt the timing and route correctness of receivers in quick game, agile enough to defend option routes and multiple concepts outside and in the slot, and versatile enough to play well in any sort of scheme. Although things have been ugly on the team side, Bryce Young is doing all he can to keep his group afloat. Last season, Isaiah Spiller led the Texas A&M Aggies with over 1,000 yards rushing before becoming a fourth-round draft pick by the Los Angeles Chargers. "He can do everything," Saban told reporters. pic.twitter.com/FQ5fvIzHSY. Why Texas Tech would use him that way is beyond me because it's easy to see his natural pass rush traits. Tanner McKee is an NFL Draft darling in some circles. He's really good at that.". This is about the time of year a lot of fans start turning an eye to next season, with the haves and have-nots in the NFL becoming more . Once these players get in an NFL off-season program, they do get bigger and stronger. His most intriguing trait is how often he creates something out of nothing. Absolute dime by @McCall_Grayson and crazy grab by @kbrown11_ , 1st of 4 highlights from Georgia State#BEL1EVE | #STRIKETHESTONE pic.twitter.com/82NdKLavmt, Coastal Football (@CoastalFootball) June 3, 2021. That being said, he is even rawer than Ward is at quarterback. He just needs to add more weight onto his 5-foot-9, 185-pound frame. Now, he gets a fresh start under former offensive coordinator Shane Beamer at South Carolina. I can also work on attacking the safety more.". Or he's certainly one of the best of all the guys in the country.". If there is one thing that has become very obvious in the last month is that the Bears need to upgrade their defensive line and especially the pass rush. Let's pinpoint. We will talk about the free agent class at a later date and today focus on some of the better edge players that will be in the Draft. At 6-foot-2 and 198 pounds, Porter possesses the combination of size, speed, agility, and coverage awareness in multiple schemes that should see his name called in the first 10 picks of next years draft. I would feel good taking him in the middle of day one and developing his already impressive arsenal of traits. In two seasons with UAB, hes racked up 1,805 yards on 251 attempts, averaging 5.24 yards after contact per carry. According to Pro Football Focus, he led all runners with 34 missed tackles forced going into this past weekend's action. He is completing less than 60% of his passes this season, and while the lack of talent around him is a valid point, McKee still demonstrates too much inconsistency behind center. PFF's Big Board for the 2023 NFL Draft offers three-year player grades, combine measurables, position rankings, and in-depth player analysis for all of the top draft prospects. Write his name down for 2023 pic.twitter.com/RhPxQeS3sJ, Tyler Browning (@DiabeticTyler) October 17, 2021. With all of these physical traits, paired with his experience in a complicated scheme, it is easy to see why people love Levis. Penn State's Joey Porter Jr. is the best CB in the 2023 draft class Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans. He's got very good size at about 6'5 275 and plays the run very well. In a stronger class, he probably goes somewhere in the middle of the 1st, but he will probably go top 10ish in 2023. pic.twitter.com/HViYAwM1Cx. After Syracuse was shut out of the 2022 NFL Draft, the program should have a fruitful 2023 class with draftable seniors like left tackle Matthew Bergeron, linebacker Mikel Jones and kicker. High-end draft picks in running backs tend to be frowned upon, though next year's class has the makings of a special group. The 2023 NFL Draft is a long ways away, but it is good to see some of the young prospects who could make their way into the NFL Draft. Johnston can take the top off opposing defenses but does so at a size not normally seen from a big-play threat. Texas' Bijan Robinson has a good chance to be the highest drafted running back since the Giants took Barkley second overall in 2018. I call him Deuce Gone. Levis began his career at Penn State, used in goal line packages to capitalize on his ability to run through traffic. Our Reacts confidence results in the Bears franchise went up after losing to the hated Packers. He'll be forced to play on special teams. This is a look at the first-round order for the . "Some backs will make the cut two yards away, or a yard awayBlake Corum gets to the point where he can smell their breath and then make a slight, six-inch cut and miss by the narrowest of margins. Robinson teamed up with 15th overall pick Kenyon Green to form college footballs best guard tandem last season. Achane also competes on Texas A&M's track team. But surprisingly enough, some of Flowers' best plays come at the catch point, where he can use steely focus and smooth control to guide in deep throws. The ability to see holes before they open is essential because they close quickly. Its great to plaster guys all over the field when you have that ability, but NFL teams will challenge you to play off-coverage with route combinations and reduced splits, and youd better be ready for it. The best consolation for another fantastic season of college football nearing its end is that NFL Draft season will soon be here. Wypler impressed during his first season as a starter last season with a 79.6 overall grade. Expect Darren Sproles comps to get thrown out like candy on Halloween in his pre-draft process. Now at Texas, he needs to be more consistent and willing to do the little things of the position because he possesses NFL-caliber receiving ability. It's often said that it doesn't matter how many stars a recruit is once they get onto the field because everyone must prove themselves. But what scouts will truly love is how he can contribute to so many areas. The key though is not necessarily to get bigger but to get stronger and have good lean weight (muscle weight). This venture . 2023 NFL Mock Draft. Verse is a very interesting player. Unlike in years past, though, the team will have salary cap space to spend this offseason. TOUCHDOWN MICHIGAN pic.twitter.com/F2xUkT6eIK, PFF College (@PFF_College) December 5, 2021. Additionally, Harit says McCall has improved as a processor and in pre-snap situations in 2022. DeWayne McBride wasn't a heralded recruit and didn't land at a pipeline program only to eventually transfer elsewhere, but he's made scouts notice him through his play. Gambling problem? The NFL may be a passing league, but coaches still believe the run game is crucial, particularly late in a contest to close out a victory. He is also a bit older than NFL GMs would like, as he will be 24 on week one of the 2023 season. Jake Haener entered the season as one of my biggest sleepers in the 2023 NFL Draft class. I'm going to be keeping an eye on Phil Jurkovec at Boston College this CFB season. The draft class . Where the 2022 NFL draft largely suffered for starsat the quarterback position and elsewherethe 2023 class looks legitimately star-studded. So why isnt Hooker an early first-round grade? See his 2024 Rankings as well! Get ready for another first-round running back in 2023. Richardson wins with athleticism as a runner. Saban has certainly seen quite a few good backs in his time, especially on his own team with the likes of Trent Richardson, Mark Ingram II and Derrick Henry. On this deep deflection against Minnesota in Week 8, Porter took receiver Daniel Jackson all the way up the rail on the right boundary in Cover-3, and there was no way Jackson was moving Porter away from his outside position through the vertical route. Porter is no slouch in zone coverage, either this season, when in Cover-2, Cover-3, Cover-4, and Cover-6, per Pro Football Focus, hes allowed six catches on nine targets for 73 yards, 34 yards after the catch, and an opponent passer rating of 91.4. In the Bears' scheme, Murphy would be more of a left end than a right end. Corum may not have handled the full workload at Michigan, but he was quite clearly the most dangerous option in the Wolverines' backfield. 2023 NFL Draft Grade: Top 5 (Early Day 1). Addison is officially in the transfer portal after winning the Biletnikoff Award as a sophomore with the Pittsburgh Panthers last year. At Marshall, Laborn is now the nation's second-leading rusher, just two yards behind Illinois' Chase Brown. Robinson can truly do it all for the Longhorns. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: First-round projections : 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Houston Texans select Bryce Young with first overall pick 1 Bryce Young QB | Alabama 2 Will Anderson Jr. He will make some people look brilliant, and others look silly. The 2023 Quarterback class by contrast has two potential superstars in the shape of Ohio State's CJ Stroud and Alabama's Bryce Young and also contains a number of NFL players with promising starting potential. Make your pick right now: Who will be the No. By October, the star quarterback settled in and dominated the remainder of his schedule. The speed translates onto the football field, and he's definitely not a straight-line runner like some track athletes. He would often drop into coverage, yet he still recorded 7.0 sacks this season. Gone are Jameson Williams and John Metchie. Good receiver. 1 overall pick. "Touchdown to the freshman, @DaneKey6. Syracuse may not be a powerhouse program, but the likes of Jim Brown, Ernie Davis, Larry Csonka, Floyd Little and Joe Morris all donned the orange and blue. @AlabamaFTBL pic.twitter.com/iaTP8ruZB6, SEC Network (@SECNetwork) November 29, 2021. The 6'0", 222-pound ball-carrier has the speed to hit big runs off tackle and the power to run between them. Thank You Penn State pic.twitter.com/0Yxx8hE7s2, Joey Porter Jr. (@jjporter_1) November 30, 2022. 8 on this list. Dawand Jones, Ohio State: Jones is a true mountain at 6'8 359 pounds with 36 arms. Babers alluded to an interesting aspect of Tucker's skill set. Tucker is coming off the best game of his collegiate career with 232 yards against the Wagner Seahawks. Case in point, Khalan Laborn originally committed to the Florida State Seminoles as a 5-star recruit and the nation's best running back, per 247Sports Composite Ranking. 2023 NFL Draft Watch List: Offense. The running back is now showing out as the focal point of the Michigan Wolverines' offense. He will be a consistent double-digit sack artist once he gets onto the League. That was enough for Hooker to make the move, and boy has it paid off. In Doug Farrar's latest mock draft, the NFL sets a record with seven quarterbacks selected in the first round. But thats not because Williams is lacking talent. In Touchdown Wire's latest mock draft, we had five cornerbacks going in the first round.The placement of those players Georgia's Kelee Ringo, Penn State's Joey Porter Jr., Utah's Clark Phillips III, South Carolina's Cam Smith, and Oregon's Christian Gonzalez depends on NFL team preferences, but . Wilson has matched his sack total (7) and surpassed his TFL number from the year prior with 14. Jurkovec was once called the most talented quarterback Brian Kelly ever recruited, but he couldn't wrestle the starting job away from, McKee isnt going to wow anyone statistically, but I can say on good authority that the 6-foot-6, 228-pounder is higher on the NFL's board than his pure numbers would suggest. 2023 NFL Draft: My college football All-Senior Teams. He followed his former head coach Eric Morris to Washington State this offseason, and the OC-QB duo has performed well in 2022. Achane is the fastest running back in the class, but he offers more than pure speed. Where he gets drafted will be one of my favorite storylines to follow next spring because the uber-talented Wildcat back is a mere 5-foot-6 and 173 pounds. pic.twitter.com/7qPlwwyDcX. Still, the arm talent looks mostly capped out at this point, leaving little reason to believe it will improve enough to vault him up the 2023 NFL Draft. 250+ three-page scouting profiles - advanced stats, 3-year grades, player comps, combine data and Senior Bowl grades - for the 2022 draft class. It's smart business to invest early, maximize value and complete an offense. That said, it wouldn't surprise me that the Bears get two pass rushers for 2023 between the Draft and free agency. KEYTAON THOMPSON JUST COOKED A WHOLE TEAM, PFF College (@PFF_College) September 5, 2021. Our resident scout, Greg Gabriel, takes an early look at some of the top edge talent in the 2023 NFL Draft. @accnetwork pic.twitter.com/BkLsgEGSRF, Syracuse Football (@CuseFootball) November 20, 2021. The NFL has passed the midway point of the 2022 season, and team needs are shaping up and becoming more evident. Ringo notched 34 total tackles for Georgia in 2021. 2023 will be a good year for NFL teams needing cornerback talent in the draft. Chicago Bears Schedule, News, Roster and Stats | Windy City Gridiron, 2023 NFL Draft: An Early Look at the Edge Class. Tillman remains worthy of a top-10 spot among the wide receivers in the 2023 NFL Draft class. Porter is an outstanding man defender because hes been able to develop his route awareness, agility in short spaces, and recovery speed to align with his size and base athleticism. He is the current betting favorite at +100 (no one else is closer than +400). An average of 126 yards from scrimmage since stepping onto a collegiate field is impressive enough. Obviously, Achane's slight frame will be a concern at the professional level. If Ward returns to Washington State, look out for him in QB1 discussions in 2024 if he can smooth out his rough edges. Unfortunately, Levis failed to win the starting gig over Sean Clifford, causing the youngster to announce intentions of transferring to the Kentucky Wildcats. He wasn't even the best running back on the Aggies roster. 2023 Draft Class . He is just stupid. Jordan Addison was unstoppable today with 4 touchdown receptions and over 200 receiving yards! At the collegiate level, Achane already posted top-10 program performances in the indoor 60-meter dash (6.63), outdoor 200-meter dash (20.20) and outdoor 100-meter dash (10.14). What is his top gear? Odds & lines subject to change. JAHLEEL. They could select Anderson at one and use their second first on a QB. The Gamecock moves like a jumbo running back after the catch, with 13 broken tackles on only 30 catches as a sophomore last season. Coen returned to McVay and the Rams this past offseason, becoming the offensive coordinator and taking a step closer to being an NFL head coach in the near future. Kansas State lists its current backfield star at 5'6" and 176 pounds. Even when I do great, see what I did wrong and how I can get better," McBride told Pro Football Network's Oliver Hodgkinson. The first name is Washington State quarterback Cam Ward. 4th down Tanner McKee Benjamin Yurosek, ESPN https://t.co/WgMgckbE8c#Pac12FB x @StanfordFball pic.twitter.com/QpIN3GiW4E, Pac-12 Conference (@pac12) October 30, 2022. That word shouldn't be used lightly, and it isn't in this case. Bell still needs to add to his 6-foot-3, 230-pound frame, but hes got the goods to excel as an undersized tight end. @JoeTessESPN, @ESPN https://t.co/G4ZTknMNuv pic.twitter.com/V8FLL7Cwif, Kentucky Football (@UKFootball) September 11, 2022. In Touchdown Wires latest mock draft, we had five cornerbacks going in the first round. "He gets the defense to commit, gets the linebacker to commit, makes a quick cut and hits the hole. Hes a country-strong offensive lineman who has already played four different positions for the Wildcats. Alabama lost its rematch to the Georgia Bulldogs, sending Young and his teammates home with a heartbreaking L. Young is playing very well in 2022, but his weapons are noticeably weaker than the year prior. Yet Tucker is arguably the most productive runner the team has ever fielded. Wilson isn't a player the Bears would take in the Top Five, but he would be a trade down consideration. He transferred to Florida State for this season and played very well against way better competition. This is where he thrives the most as an aggressive alpha cornerback. In fact, Achane led all FBS backs with 105 or more carries last season by averaging 7.0 yards per attempt. The Wolverines are ecstatic about the potential of Oluwatimi this fall. 2023 NFL Draft Linebackers: Best of the Rest. The 6-foot-4, 201-pound receiver has averaged 19.8 yards per catch in his two seasons for the Horned Frogs. Vaughn returned some kicks as a freshman. As good as he has played at Notre Dame, he still has a lot of upside. He is completing over 70% of his passes and owns a 24:2 TD:INT ratio. He posted 90-plus receiving grades in each of the last two seasons, per Pro Football Focus. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Four QBs go in first round, but edge rusher selected No. These next two quarterbacks are incredibly raw and incredibly young. The former top offensive tackle recruit in the 2020 class, Jones has only seen 463 snaps in two seasons. A back must be able to slip through much smaller spaces when so many are used to gaping holes at the collegiate level. Many expected Young to seize the starting role as a true freshman, but Mac Jones had other plans. Kelee Ringo is rated by CBS Sports as the top cornerback -- and the 16th-best overall prospect -- in the 2023 NFL Draft class. " Dalvin Cook and Alvin Kamara are common comparisons I've heard from scouts," ESPN's Matt Miller said about Gibbs. The class is done in full, and features 450+ of your favorite players with accurate faces, heights, weights, and numbers as well as accurate and balanced ratings. Gibbs has a bit of the latter in him, which could ultimately make him the RB2 in this year's position class. The junior has improved every year at UAB, and the Blazers' coaching staff obliged by giving their back a bigger workload with each passing season. The arm talent, mobility, and improvisation ability rank high on the list too, but I have never witnessed anything like Young in crunch time. Ward is a former FCS standout at Incarnate Word. A midseason 2023 NFL mock draft to gauge upcoming team needs and potential landing spots for the nation's top prospects. Hes broken 53 tackles on 173 attempts in his career and earned rushing grades over 90.0 in each of his two seasons with the Aggies. 1 - Houston Texans: Ohio State QB C.J. Both were very fast and athletic players but also a bit undersized. This after a 2022 season in which, per Pro Football Focus, he allowed 15 catches on 30 targets for 143 yards, 51 yards after the catch, no touchdowns, no interceptions, nine pass breakups, and an opponent passer rating of 63.6. Mock draft season is a few months away but it's as good a time as any to dive in. When you have a cornerback who brings that much of everything to the table already, you have a No. Tuli Tuipulotu, DL USC Check out my 2022 draft Class too! If you were to change the unform and tell me that this was a Richard Sherman rep from about 2012, Id be inclined to believe you. Henry, who's often considered the game's best runner, will be 29 in January. As we get closer to the Combine and Draft, there will be others I will write about, as this Draft Class is strong in several areas, and it will give the Chicago Bears a good chance of improving their roster. Im not sure hes going to push his draft stock too much higher after his 88.5 overall grade last year with the Golden Gophers. But nexts years for sure will be. It will not surprise me if by this time next year we are talking about Devin Leary (@DevinLeary1 ) from N.C. State as a first round QB. At 5-foot-10 and 207 pounds, hes got a stronger frame than some running backs on this list. These next two guys are closer to Bryce Young as a prospect than they are to the rest of the list. Heupel and Hendon. As a sophomore last season, he earned an 85.6 pass-blocking grade. Last season, he flourished under Chip Kelly and earned a 91.9 rushing grade. The scouts helping in the matter needed to measure a few inches lower to get an accurate height. For now, lets just appreciate that hes the highest-graded returning Power Five quarterback in the country. He was on track for a monster 2021 season, with 648 yards through six games, before he was shut down with a toe injury. That being the case, here's our expanded projection for the first two rounds of the 2023 NFL draft: 1. They must be effective runners, capable receivers and block when called upon. He can reach every level of the defense with his arm and is a deceptive athlete when he decides to tuck the ball and scramble. 210 yards and 4 TDon 14 carries (15 YPC) ???? Wilson will measure at a little over 6'6 270, and I would bet he runs in the low 4.6s. There are times when hes a bit more vulnerable in zone, or hell give up short completions that are almost automatic in the scheme, but his 2022 zone defense tape is where the development really shows up. The back doesn't need to decelerate through his cuts. 9, up top) is quite able to break off against a short crosser in Cover-1 and just demolish it. Instead, hes returning for his sixth year of college football. Perhaps the most intriguing part of Bryce Youngs game is his calm demeanor. Patterson earned an 82.7 run-blocking grade and an 85.4 pass-blocking grade last fall. Yet scouts never forget when they see a premium talent who doesn't live up to expectations at first. He needs to put the work in on his game this offseason and return to Florida, because if the arm talent can be honed in, Richardson will come off the board early in the 2024 NFL Draft. Other prospects around the country may be more recognizable, post slightly better numbers and come from bigger programs. Anderson did not have as strong a season this year as he did in 2021. First up, Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud. The 2023 NFL Draft's quarterback class is absolutely loaded. All eyes are now on the 2023 NFL Draft. Please check your email for a confirmation. There was a time when Thompson was supposed to be Mississippi States next big thing at quarterback. You call him Deuce Vaughn. His four receptions are the fewest among this year's top-five leading rushers. However, he takes the field and plays like greased lightning. In fact, the ACC's top rusher eclipsed 200 yards before the two teams reached halftime. SLIDE 21 of 41 Rob Rang NFL Draft Analyst The best consolation for another fantastic season of college football nearing its end is that NFL Draft season will soon be here. When we drafted Alex Brown in 2003, he was only 248 pounds. Jahmyr Gibbs experienced his coming-out party this past weekend when the Alabama running back lit up the Arkansas Razorbacks for 206 rushing yards. With the Wildcats, Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops paired his new quarterback with a brand new play-caller. For an NFL draft analyst like myself, there's no better time of the year than the week after the draft. It's incredible.". Last year's draft had some talented running backs drafted. Houston Texans (1-10-1): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama The background of general manager Nick Caserio and head coach Lovie Smith suggest the Texans. Sure, Kenny Pickett went on day one to the Pittsburgh Steelers, but it took over 50 picks before another signal-caller was taken. Each back varies in how good they are in these areas. @jakehaener10 | #GoDogs pic.twitter.com/u8gv8cleoT, Fresno State Football (@FresnoStateFB) September 16, 2021. In Sporting News' fifth first-round mock for the 2023 NFL Draft, Houston upgrades its passing game big time with class' best quarterback and wide receiver, while Green Bay, Dallas, New England and . In my opinion, Verse is more of a second-round type, but he has excellent upside as he has only played one year of major college football. In the right situation, with proper patience, McCall could develop into a low-end starter in the NFL. The arm strength that Stroud brings to the table is more than adequate to hold up on Sundays, and the anticipatory throws are a thing of beauty. **Draft order was randomized** Round 1-3 To Saban's earlier point, Gibbs has some shake in the hole and burst to create chunk plays once he gets to the second level. That year, he allowed 38 pressures. Note that there are only 31 picks in the first round this year as the Dolphins forfeited their pick this year for tampering. Ali took an indefinite leave of absence from the program in August, though. For the second year I have made a draft class for franchise mode. He could stand to use his big arm more he threw just 9.5 yards down the field on average last season but he finished with a 90.6 overall grade in his first year as a starter. Richardson is very inaccurate as a passer and definitely should go back to Florida to improve rather than enter the 2023 NFL Draft. The 2023 NFL Draft is nearly seven months away, but the nation's top prospects are nearing the finality of their . With VaTech, Hooker was much more of a run-first quarterback. McBride will have a decision whether to return for his senior campaign after this season, but another year of elite production should make his choice rather easy. After a redshirt season and two largely forgettable campaigns, the Seminoles coaching staff dismissed him for an unspecified violation of team rules. Last season, Haskins proved to be the more reliable option, with 1,327 yards and 20 touchdowns, but Corum stated to come on with 952 yards. McKee is a higher-upside version of Davis Mills. Instead, Achane shows magnificently quick feet with outstanding balance. He still has two seasons of eligibility left, but there are strong indications that he will enter the Draft. "Whenever he runs, I get excited. He was responsible for 3500+ all-purpose yards, earning a bowl appearance for his new squad. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL draft? Some people claim he is a perfect prospect and others claim he is a terrible prospect neither of which is true. The truth, as usually is the case, falls somewhere in the middle. He also. pic.twitter.com/k5MeAYUx4Z. At 5-foot-8 and 225 pounds, Williams resembles a bowling ball when hes knocking down defenses. He's just a valuable weapon.". His 10 rushing touchdowns currently top everyone. The youngster is undersized, but looms large . It is primarily shotgun and one-read plays. 3. Its why he ran roughshod over the ACC last season with 1,515 yards on 247 carries and 4.1 yards after contact per carry. Achane is getting stronger, too. Hula Bowl scout Ryan Jaffe breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of Grant as an NFL Prospect in his report. I'll be interested to see how he performs at Indy because he could very well be close to Anderson as far as speed, strength, and explosiveness. Van Dyke can really spin it and looks the part at 6-foot-4 and 224 pounds. He returned to up his stock even more, as the athletic 6-foot-4, 249-pounder has an all-around projectable NFL game. Jurkovec was once called the most talented quarterback Brian Kelly ever recruited, but he couldn't wrestle the starting job away from Ian Book at Notre Dame and was forced to transfer. Still, he is worth monitoring, as Haener should have a chance to showcase his talent against some of the best in this class at the Senior Bowl. The early front-runner for OT1, Skoronski is the most technically advanced tackle in the 2023 class. RT if you think DeWayne McBride should win National Player of the Week. Peep your eyes on #77 from Northwestern, Peter Skoronski, 7s Damski #LLDH7 (@Damski32) December 25, 2021. "As soon as he gets that little crease, all that little space he needs, I just know he's going to hit the hole as hard as he can, and he's going to take it all the way just like he does.". Grayson McCall has manned the top spot on the depth chart for three seasons, completing over 70% of his passes throughout his career. 2023 Nfl draft class. He finished with more turnover-worthy plays (five) than big-time throws (four) in half a season as a redshirt-freshman starter in 2021. Levis entered 2022 with another new play-caller (Rich Scangarello) and several supporters in the NFL Draft community. What a play by the @WSUCougarFB QB pic.twitter.com/xPtJCy3x7N, FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) September 24, 2022. Like the players above, Verse is very fast and athletic with natural pass rush tools. His velocity is top-tier, and the distance he covers with the deep ball rivals any of his peers in this NFL Draft class. He forced 63 missed tackles during his first two seasons, according to Pro Football Focus (h/t Bleacher Report's Connor Rogers). Leary played at an extraordinary level in 2021, recording 3433 passing yards and 35 touchdowns with only five interceptions. Then, the 5'6", 190-pound ball-carrier went on to play 15 NFL seasons as one of the league's best all-around weapons. 2023 NFL Draft: Non-Power 5 prospect big board. Porter can be an alpha dog cornerback in the NFL. Tyler Van Dyke in the second half of the 2021 season: Top 10 in yardsTop 10 in touchdownsTop 10 in big time throws, Only QB in the FBS ??? ?KSU_90 (@90_ksu) September 27, 2021. Unfortunately, Williams is still second fiddle to rising sophomore TreVeyon Henderson, wholl be a top-50 prospect when he declares. Down the stretch in 2021 and against the Pittsburgh Panthers . PFF College (@PFF_College) October 2, 2021. Clearly, the Saints need a quarterback to replace veteran Andy Dalton and turnover machine Jameis Winston. He's been named a first-team All-American in the 4x100-meter relay and second-team in 100-meter and 200-meter events. His footwork and timing are already atan NFL level, and he posted a swift 2.48-second average time to throw last season. Serving as the backup on an undefeated national title team, Young learned the ropes in 2020 before taking over the mantle in 2021. Hooker burst onto the scene in 2021, displaying his trademark risk-averse play style, leading to a pristine 31:3 TD:INT ratio on the campaign. It is hard to read right now. Brown by the numbers: Eagles' WR set to have best first season for pass catcher in franchise history Falcons bench Marcus Mariota, will start rookie Desmond Ridder at QB vs. Saints after Week 14 bye, per report Porters NFL coaches will want to work with him on advanced route combinations, because there are times where his aggressiveness will get the better of him in those circumstances, and hell be out of position to get to the ball. He lacks the ability to sense pressure, and when he does, too often his mind goes blank and errant throws are made. Porter has a way of smothering receivers with that aggressive demeanor and developed technique, and this is an excellent example. At 6-foot-4 and 236 pounds, Richardson can take over a game with both his arm and legs it pops off the tape. Quentin Johnson is having a game pic.twitter.com/0ZFTLxIwVE. In the Bears' scheme, Smith would be a right end, and he has the talent to provide a very good outside rush. Hes still a touch skinny at 6-foot and 175 pounds, but he's as dynamic as can be at that size. HURDLE. This issue makes the 70% number a bit inflated. He ripped off a pair of 70-plus-yard runs against the Razorbacks. 2023 NFL Draft Offensive Tackles: Best of the Rest. McShay said only three are projected to go in the first round: Alabama's Bryce Young, Ohio State . There are a handful of throws on Richardsons tape that make you believe in his potential as a No. Billingsley fell out of favor in Alabamas offenses last season and was infamously the inspiration of a Nick Saban preseason rant. "The Good Lord gives you opportunities if you keep working hard," Marshall head coach Charles Huff said. Washington was the much more solidly built foil to the undersized Jahan Dotson in the Penn State offense. Exhibit A: Jahmyr Gibbs pic.twitter.com/GevX6xtG7b, Brad Powers (@BradPowers7) April 17, 2022. Smith-Njigba already has a stronger build than both of his Buckeye counterparts who were drafted in the top 11 this year. At Texas Tech, he played as a 3-4 OLB and only pass rushed about half the time. As a redshirt junior in 2021, Leary was one of college footballs most efficient passers. The Dallas Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott, New Orleans Saints' Alvin Kamara, Carolina Panthers' Christian McCaffrey, Minnesota Vikings' Dalvin Cook and Tennessee Titans' Derrick Henry are currently the game's highest-paid backs in total contractual value. The 2021 season saw Bryce Young exceed his lofty expectations. Hes broken 69 tackles on 232 career attempts. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. This class is full of talented 3rd year players who may or may not end up entering the draft. 2023 NFL mock draft: Bryce Young goes first, but strong DL class stands out. Stroud sat his first season on campus behind Justin Fields but assumed the top spot on the depth chart when Fields opted into the 2021 NFL Draft. It is working on the collegiate level, but the hesitancy Hooker shows in the pocket will get him eaten alive in the NFL. All rounds 1-7 complete. Published: Dec 05, 2022 at 11:45 PM. Plus, he will be 25 years old during the NFL Draft, which would make him only the ninth QB taken that age or older. The 2023 NFL Draft has tons of potentially elite talent, but the best position group from top to bottom is the running back class. It remains to be seen which side will get the last laugh. Theres very little fat on the 5-foot-10, 210-pound soon-to-be junior. The 5-foot-10, 180-pounder has to be to get drafted high, though. And its not just on solo boundary stuff as he showed on this deflection against Northwestern in Week 5, Porter (No. The trait is also vital at the NFL level. Expect, Unfortunately, Williams is still second fiddle to rising sophomore, There was a time when Thompson was supposed to be Mississippi States next big thing at. "He's got speed. Hillman is rated as a four-star talent by 247Sports. pic.twitter.com/vt1h6Mpzy3, Cole Cubelic (@colecubelic) April 19, 2022. pic.twitter.com/QiHdJezwkw, PFF College (@PFF_College) December 23, 2021. I feel that Murphy is a better all-around player than Walker, but I also feel he will never be a double-digit sack guy once he gets in the League. Our own Shaunak Harit grades McCall in the top 40, citing his arm talent and dual-threat capabilities as the primary reason. With his ability to play in space, hes a tackle at the next level. This class has the potential and likelihood to achieve greater success than the 2017 class. USA TODAY - Luke Easterling 1h. He features ideal size and reminds me of Cam Newton a little when he lowers his shoulder or when he is out in space breaking off long gains. by. Scouts must dig deep into Laborn's medical and off-field history since the running back suffered a dislocated kneecap in 2018 and served two previous team suspensions before being dismissed. McCall profiles as a developmental quarterback and one that I would feel comfortable taking late on day two or early on day three. His 2022 tape shows a fully-developed player in this regard, and hes as capable as any cornerback in this draft class not to mention most NFL cornerbacks when it comes to dominating opposing receivers in man coverage. Bryce Young the current holder of the Heisman trophy is as of July 2022 our top ranked player. Young won the Heisman Trophy, en route to a national championship appearance of his own as the starter. A complete back deserves such consideration. Stroud is a former five-star recruit out of Rancho Cucamonga, California. The Red Raiders leader on defense has witnessed a breakout season in 2022. Meanwhile, Christian McCaffrey or Alvin Kamara are viewed as offensive weapons who may be even more effective in the passing game. The biggest worry is if this talent will return, as he missed all of last season for undisclosed personal reasons. The Volunteers, aside from one game against Georgia, have been cruising all season long. I just love him to death," head coach Dino Babers told reporters after the 59-0 victory. Available with More Tools Subscriptions He actually dropped 10 pounds from last season. No one worked harder for their production among these top guys than the Stanford signal-caller. Stroud + Marvin Harrison Jr. = TD @OhioStateFB adds on another one pic.twitter.com/Ijk0Bim3Th, FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) November 12, 2022. After three running backs went in the first round of the 2018 class, four running backs even heard their names called in the first round during the subsequent four drafts. @DoakWalkerAward @WalterCampFF @MaxwellFootball pic.twitter.com/lIG3xHBZn7, UAB Football (@UAB_FB) November 8, 2021. Levis upset Nittany Lions fans last season after comfortably outplaying Sean Clifford his first year after transferring from Penn State. Where Leary wins is with his brain. Available with NCAA Premium Stats Our exclusive database, featuring the most in-depth collection of NCAA player performance data. Watching him on tape, he shows he has speed, bend, very good hand use, and moves. 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