Tory Taylor, Iowa (P) With all corners, the testing numbers at the combine will really matter, but I like what I see from Porter on tape. Cody Mauch, North Dakota State 7. 8. Cedric Tillman, Tennessee Wolverine running back Blake Corum (1,078 yards and 14 touchdowns on 179 carries) is having a wonderful season, but he's not one of Kiper's top backs for the draft class. Bryce Young, who is Kiper's No. McShay got assigned both of the Commanders picks and gave the. Like Alabama and Ohio State, Clemson is a monster at producing top-end defensive talent in recent seasons. Keion White, Georgia Tech Call 1-800-GAMBLER. But the offense has been one of the best in the NFL this season with him under center, and they will have a fully-healthy Jameson Williams alongside Amon-Ra St. Brown in 2023. Below are the rest of Kiper's rankings, as we are just over five months out from the 2023 NFL Draft: Anderson is a guaranteed top-10 pick, and could go No. Skoronski started 33 games at left tackle for the Wildcats, and he keeps getting better. Larry Mayer. 6. Joseph Zucker. 18, . Here is what he had to say on the matter. Zierlein, at NFL.com, went just one round. He also plays the run well and is physical at the point of attack. He has seven sacks this season. New general manager Omar Khan could try to add capital via a trade back. Lukas Van Ness, Iowa Josh Whyle, Cincinnati Levis (6-3, 242) doesn't have the numbers Stroud does but possesses a "rocket launcher" for an arm, which leads Kiper to compare him to former Lions Pro Bowler Matthew Stafford. The versatility helps a lot here, and Branch should be an instant starter as a rookie. This could be of interest to Detroit Lions fans, who will likely see their team draft in. Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech 8. Mel Kiper digs into his list of the top 25 prospects and the best 10 players at every position for next year's NFL draft. Some projections have had him going as high as second overall while others have him falling towards the end of the top ten . The former five-star recruit led Clemson with 14 tackles for loss and seven sacks last season, taking some of the pressure off of a pass rush that played without. He can make up ground with late bursts to track the ball. Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Kansas State, Just missed: Isaiah McGuire, Missouri; Viliami Fehoko, San Jose State; Adetomiwa Adebawore, Northwestern; DJ Johnson, Oregon; K.J. "Georgia had five defenders picked in Round 1 last April, and Carter arguably was more disruptive than all of them last season. 5. 10. Baringer, the Waterford native punting for a struggling Michigan State offense, has been called to task "just" 34 times. Levis is a Penn State transfer who has been a shot in the arm for the Wildcats' passing game. 2. He's aggressive and hustles on every snap. Masen Wake, BYU Jake Moody, Michigan (K) Jayden Daniels, LSU Jer'Zhan Newton, Illinois Impressed yet? 1 pick - A Sea Of Blue DraftKings Kentucky Wildcats Football NFL Draft Mel Kiper betting on Will Levis going No. 8. 10. He has four interceptions the past two seasons, including the national-title-clinching pick-six against Alabama last January. Siaki Ika, Baylor Don't be surprised if he's the first linebacker taken and potentially has to fight off Clemson's Trent Simpson for top billing at the position. Roundtable: Who has been the top waiver wire pickup so far this season? You never see Skoronski whiff on an edge rusher or get beat with an inside technique. Noah Sewell, Oregon 12 with the 49ers. 1 overall. Suggests Steelers Could Trade Back In First Round Of 2023 Draft If they are willing to trade down, how about their 1st and Bears 2nd to move up to a top 5 pick? Mel Kiper releases updated Big Board, Top 25 college players for 2023 NFL Draft Sam Gillenwater 09/22/22 Ben Jackson - Brandon Sumrall - Andy Lyons | Getty Images Being three weeks into the college football season means some of the nation's best players have reopened their auditions to pro teams. Another wide receiver, TCU's Quentin Johnston, also made a big move to get into Kiper's top 10. 1 overall depending on team need. After missing all but two games last season because of injury, he was fantastic for the Terps in 2022, breaking up eight passes with an interception. Kiper says Smith-Njigba, who has been limited to three games this season with a lingering hamstring injury, showed enough last season to warrant first-round consideration. Jake Haener, Fresno State Stroud is next in line to join the recent run of Ohio State quarterbacks selected in the first round. He could be a top-10 pick, Kiper says, which is quite the compliment for a running back. For edge rushers, it's all about physical traits and tools, and the 6-foot-6 Wilson has everything teams want in that regard. ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. teased his first 2022 NFL mock draft ahead of its release Wednesday. 5. Jalen Carter, Georgia Levis is a Penn State transfer who has been a shot in the arm for the Wildcats' passing game. Linebackers simply can't cover him (and safeties struggle with his size). Bryan Bresee, Clemson Mel Kiper's latest 2023 NFL mock draft Football Insider Board harleyhawgidson September 22, 2022, 4:57pm #1 Mel has Drew Sanders in the first round at #14. 5. . We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Wilson has been a consistent menace off the edge for the Red Raiders. Addison had 100 catches for 1,592 yards and 17 touchdowns at Pitt last season. Ringo is another corner who hasn't allowed a touchdown against him this season, and he could get two more games to impress NFL scouts. Stroud, Ohio State Stroud is coming off his worst game of the season, a two-interception performance in the loss to Michigan. Kiper provides his Top 25 overall prospects plus his Top 10 at each position group. Tommy Eichenberg, Ohio State He's an anticipatory thrower who knows how to hit receivers where they need the ball to run after the catch. Ringo should test extremely well at the combine. His list isn't as quarterback heavy as some and. 3. Myles Murphy is next in line to be a potential top-five selection if his development continues. Gonzalez started 18 games at Colorado -- including six as a true freshman in 2020 -- before transferring to Oregon before the season. 7. 16 in his mock draft, and ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. lists Richardson as his fourth highest . Well, I wrote before the season that I was putting Richardson in my Big Board because of his potential. Irrelevant' to rookie starting QB: The twists and turns of Brock Purdy's journey to the 49ers, Raul Rosas Jr. becomes youngest UFC fighter to win in their debut. Mock draft season is not far off in the distance, and the Senior Bowl is less than two months away. Alex Forsyth, Oregon Kiper wrote Levis has a "rocket launcher for an arm and makes some 'wow' throws." Odds & lines subject to change. 6 surprises from Mel Kiper and Todd McShay's combined 2022 NFL Mock Draft. Morris is ranked the No. Hunter Luepke, North Dakota State He jumped 11 spots from No. Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: All you need to know to win in Week 14, Inside the Ukraine national soccer team's heroic fight to carry on, UFC 282 takeaways: Blachowicz-Ankalaev leaves 205-pound title picture in a lurch, Caleb Williams' Heisman victory sparks reactions across Twitter, From 'Mr. Still, his arm is more than good enough for him to be a great signal-caller at the next level. Mazi Smith, Michigan Coming off a 44-touchdown seasonas a sophomore, Stroud has played much of his junior campaign without his top wide receiver, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, but the numbers remain explosive. He is quite simply a fantastic passer. Through nine games, Robinson has rushed for 1,129 yards and 12 touchdowns while averaging a robust 5.9 yards per attempt. 9. NFL betting odds, picks, tips: Bengals solve Browns; Jets sweep Bills? As an aggressively-minded draft analyst, I certainly hope so, but only time will tell. You can also check out the combined 2023 rankings of my fellow analysts Todd McShay, Jordan Reid and Matt Miller, too. The knock on Young is size; he doesn't have a huge frame, which NFL scouts will likely play up as we get closer to the draft. 6. NFL. 2. 7. Chase Brown, Illinois, Just missed: Roschon Johnson, Texas; Kenny McIntosh, Georgia; Sean Tucker, Syracuse; Eric Gray, Oklahoma; Zach Evans, Ole Miss; Mohamed Ibrahim, Minnesota. 8. Many of his turnovers came when he tried to use his arm to force throws, and he's going to be punished for mistakes at the next level. Flowers' size won't "wow" teams, but just put on the tape, and they'll see why I think he's a first-round talent. Ricky Stromberg, Arkansas Clark Phillips III, Utah In this projection, Kiper makes a very interesting and risky pick for the Kansas City Chiefs at No. 1 begin, Rankings for the 2023 NFL draft: Top prospects at every position from Kiper, McShay, Miller, Reid, All 17 NFL draft prospects with a Round 1 grade: What makes them a 2023 first-rounder, plus comps, national-title-clinching pick-six against Alabama. Owen Pappoe, Auburn Luke Wypler, Ohio State Kiper says Smith-Njigba, who has been limited to three games this season with a lingering hamstring injury, showed enough last season to warrant first-round consideration. Ryan Jones, East Carolina I'm a fan of Porter, a lanky and physical defender who can reroute receivers with the best of them. Young threw for 328 yards, one touchdown and one interception on 25-of-51 passing. He can be a major force inside at the next level. 7. At 6-foot-5, 275-pounds, Murphy is chiseled and has elite speed for a player his size. He has a big frame and can play as a 3-technique tackle. . Will you get to see it? He led the FBS in broken tackles forced per game (4.1) and averaged 112.7 rushing yards per game. Daiyan Henley, Washington State The Steelers have picked in the top 11 just twice in the past 20 years, and one of those was a trade up (for linebacker Devin Bush in 2019). I think NFL teams could use him even more in the passing game. He has great size and speed, though he's still raw with his technique. Jaren Hall, BYU Bijan Robinson, Texas There aren't flying cars yet, or Super Bowl rings in Detroit, but there are plenty of interesting NFL Draft picks to discuss. I went to No. The Detroit Lions at No. Pirates win inaugural MLB Draft lottery, will pick first in 2023 draft. He had 15.5 sacks last season but has just three in 2022, as offensive coordinators have keyed on him. Robinson accounted for 243 total yards of offense in Saturday's win over Kansas State, adding two receptions for 34 yards to his rushing output. This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Mel Kiper Jr. NFL draft rankings has Michigan football stars, Mel Kiper Jr. released his latest top-25 rankings, Michigan State football at Illinois souting report, prediction, Michigan football vs. Rutgers scouting report, prediction, At long last, Michigan's Mike Morris is realizing his football dreams, Talking NFL draft and the merits of taking a QB early in 2023, It's quarterback or bust in 2023 NFL draft for destitute Lions, Mitch Albom: Michigan's Blake Corum hopes journey to stardom takes him back to farm, Mel Kiper Jr. NFL draft rankings has Michigan football stars. Mel Kiper Jr. reveals who tops his Big Board and his top quarterback for the 2023 NFL draft. Morris only had a half sack in three starts last season, but has answered the bell in helping Michigan replace Aidan Hutchinson and David Ojabo. He has accuracy issues on shorter throws that should be easier. That set up what looked like a run to all-conference and potential All-America status in 2021, only to have Bresees season cut short with injury. 2 kicker or punter in the class, behind Iowa punter Tory Taylor who has an astonishing 47 punts in eight games more than once a quarter. Verse has 5.5 sacks for a Seminoles team that is 6-3. That's right, because those NFL fans who might not have been paying much attention to college ball this fall are now looking ahead to who their favorite team could pick and what that team's needs are in April. Kiper answered this question first and chose the Steelers. 2 center, making him a fringe first-rounder. 8. Verse has helped fill the void left by Jermaine Johnson, who was a first-round pick of the New York Jets. 2 overall, Kiper slots Oregon EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux. Joey Porter Jr., Penn State Carter has overtaken Anderson as the top overall player in the class in the rankings. Comments on: Mel Kiper Jr. Mayer has 67 catches for 809 yards and nine touchdowns this season, the latter of which leads the country among tight ends. He shrugs off quick pass-rushers and can contain rushers who try to win with power. He has smooth mechanics, good (not great) arm strength and can throw with touch to all levels of the field. I want to see him be a little more consistent, but NFL teams will bet on his ceiling.". He has stellar burst and explosiveness out of breaks. Read full article. I fully agree. After the two linemen is a trio of quarterbacks, one of whom should be available to the Lions even if they win too many games to pick first. 1 overall pick, with Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux falling to the Detroit Lions at No. At 6-foot-4, Johnston has the size and physicality to make an impact at the next level. He impacts the game in a variety of ways, and I love his 2021 tape because he's so consistent on every snap. 10. Christopher Dunn, NC State (K) Full ranks | Draft order | More . By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Keondre Coburn, Texas 4. Robinson does everything for Texas. 9. Will Levis, Kentucky In Kiper's updated first-round projection, the first three picks are familiar enough, with Michigan edge defender Aidan Hutchinson (Jacksonville Jaguars), Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton (Detroit. Just a shame He can be a little too rigid in the pocket. Despite those physical questions, Kiper called Young "one of the best 'processors'" he's scouted in the past decade. The smaller Bryce Young, listed at 6-0 and 194 pounds, touts the 2021 Heisman Trophy, impressive touch and could easily become the top quarterback in the class, Kiper said. 1 (34.5) last season. Antonio Johnson, Texas A&M Stroud has 81 touchdown passes and just 12 interceptions over the past two seasons and has led the Buckeyes to the College Football Playoff. He has seven sacks and 15 total tackles for loss, showing explosion at the snap as a pass-rusher and taking on blockers and holding his ground in the run game. He has 23 pass breakups over three seasons, including seven in 2022. 10. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL draft. From a scouting perspective, Skoronski is one of 2023's top prospects overall along the offensive front and his consistency is what makes him unique. 4. 6. He's going to be a polarizing prospect for the next few months. In three seasons at Notre Dame, he has 180 catches for 2,099 yards and 18 scores. 6. The listings in this version . He has power and solid footwork and understands the game. He's explosive off the line of scrimmage. Brad Robbins, Michigan (P), Just missed: Kyle Ostendorp, Arizona (P); Michael Turk, Oklahoma (P), Kiper's updated Big Board for the 2023 NFL draft: There's a new No. 6. Mel Kiper just dropped his 2023 NFL Draft Big Board, so let's check it out!!! He doesn't make many mistakes. He's going to go somewhere in the top 32 picks if he stays healthy. After a season at guard, Johnson kicked outside to left tackle for the Buckeyes this season. Bleacher Report - Fresh off announcing he will enter the 2023 NFL draft, Kentucky quarterback Will Levis finds himself as the No. I didn't drop him a few spots because of that game, but he did show a few things he needs to improve. He has impressed, allowing one sack and just six pressures as C.J. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. (Photo: Gary Cosby Jr., USA TODAY Sports). To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. No other SEC player has recorded more than 664 receiving yards or eight receiving touchdowns this season. 10. Just one player from Michigan or Michigan State football was ranked in the top 25, but several Wolverines made Kiper's positional rankings. These rankings are sure to change over the college football season's final month and offseason, but here's what we found in Kiper's latest: Losing Aidan Hutchinson and David Ojabo, who combined for more than 20 sacks in 2021, would rock any defense. Luke Musgrave, Oregon State Blake Corum, Michigan Going first overall is OT Ikem Ekwonu to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Most of Smith-Njigba's work came from the slot last season -- all but eight of his catches came while aligned there. Stroud's protector. Noteworthy: The Packers opt to get Aaron Rodgers a franchise tight end here with Cole Kmet, with. He forced 25 missed tackles this season, the third most in the country for wideouts. Will McDonald IV, Iowa State, Just missed: Nick Hampton, Appalachian State; Byron Young, Tennessee; Eyabi Okie, Michigan; Jose Ramirez, Eastern Michigan, 1. We pulled together top-five rankings at every single position from our four NFL draft analysts -- Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Jordan Reid and . "The knock on Young is size; he doesn't have a huge frame, which NFL scouts will likely play up as we get closer to the draft. 9. C.J. combined 2023 rankings of my fellow analysts, 30 NFL draft questions with Kiper, McShay, Miller and Reid: Let the QB debate at No. 10. DeWayne McBride, UAB It's obviously still early and there's a ton of football to be played before the draft process. 5. Jack Campbell, Iowa Take a look at last season's film and you quickly notice No. One of the first to take over the world of analyzing the NFL draft has his latest 2022 mock draft out and sends Hamilton to the New York Jets at fourth overall. Kiper thinks it's highly unlikely that any of the five will still be on the board when the Bears go on the clock at No. (Photo: Michael C. Johnson, USA TODAY Sports), Tyree Wilson is a multi-position threat who could line up at edge or linebacker at the next level. 31,. Penn State head coachJames Franklinrecently discussed Fashanu's rise. His linemate Mazi Smith is ranked the No. 4. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). It is clear the Steelers have no CB1, and based on a good chunk of the 2022 season, it is difficult not to wonder if the Steelers even have a true CB2. ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper has a new mock draft out, the NFL offseason equivalent to the new phone books arriving. Harrison Mevis, Missouri (K) 2023 NFL Mock Draft #3 Seahawks grab Kentucky QB Levis with pick #6. ESPN NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper debuted his 2023 NFL Draft Big Board this week, a who's who glance at the top players in college football. He's the total package, a mauler in the run game and an effortless blocker in the pass game. However, with a banged-up quarterback, a thin roster, and a tough remaining schedule, it's difficult not to envision them staying in the top five. BJ Ojulari, LSU He doesn't make many mistakes," Kiper said. Jacob Gall, Baylor, 1. He has a high ceiling. 1 prospect, USC quarterback Williams wins Heisman Trophy, Sources: Senga, Mets agree on 5-year, $75M deal. "He's accurate, and he goes through read progressions to find his target. This is my first update since the first week of November. I wrote about him last month, pointing out that versatility. April 13, 2022 4:18 pm CT Lance Zierlein and Mel Kiper Jr., two titans of the draft industry, recently released updated mock drafts. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. (Photo: Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire, Getty), (Photo: Scott Sewell, USA TODAY Sports), (Photo: Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire, Getty). By Ryan Van Bibber @justRVB Apr 9, 2015, 10:35am EDT. 5. Sam LaPorta, Iowa "I still have Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson. Kiper mentioned at the 7:02 mark Michigan's Aidan Hutchinson as having a "slight edge" for the Jacksonville Jaguars for the No. 4 back ahead of Travis Dye, who plays for another future Big Ten team, USC. It's been about as well-received as a blizzard during Spring Break. Mike Rodak (@mikerodak) December 5, 2021 Young is the likely. Tyjae Spears, Tulane 6. In a recent article discussing the biggest questions in the 2023 NFL Draft, ESPNs panel of NFL Draft analysts were asked to give other teams who could be intriguing to watch in Round 1. He's that dependable in both spots. Noah Sewell makes Mel Kiper's first 2023 NFL Draft big board. Buy Commanders Tickets. Despite suffering a leg injury in the Trojans' 43-42 loss to Utah in Week 8, Addison leads USC in receptions (39), receiving yards (585) and receiving touchdowns (seven). Tyree Wilson is a multi-position threat who could line up at edge or linebacker at the next level. After a one-sack 2020 season Carter, exploded onto the scene in 2021 and racked up 15.5 sacks, second only to Anderson's 17.5. 7. Another thing I like about Robinson's game: He catches passes with his hands, not his body. 6. The get away with mediocre mentality at left tackle has to change at some point, and in a class with several first-round prospects at the position, the Steelers would be wise to take a thorough look. Bijan Robinson (920 rushing yards on 162 carriers and an additional 280 receiving yards) is No. Smith entered the 2022 season with high expectations given his experience, and through eight games he played an important part on the defense before a season-ending pectoral injury. Henry, Clemson; Byron Young, Alabama; Karl Brooks, Bowling Green; YaYa Diaby, Louisville. 9. NFL teams want tight ends who can stretch the deep middle of the field -- and block well enough to line up next to offensive tackles. 9. He can maneuver the pocket and throw on the run. Anderson (33 pressures, six sacks and 14 total tackles for loss in eight games this season) has long been crowned the top prospect of the class and could help a Lions defense that struggles to both pressure the passer and stop the run. Mock draft season is not far off in the distance, and the Senior Bowl is less than two months away. Jahmyr Gibbs, Alabama 22 overall. Johnson was the top offensive tackle prospect, per the 247Sports Composite, coming out of Cincinnati's Princeton High School in the 2020 recruiting class. 9. This could be of interest to Detroit Lions fans, who will likely see their team draft in the top five once again, and possibly even first. This cornerback class is going to be a tight race all the way until April's draft. Banks also has a lot of experience; he started eight games as a true freshman in 2019. Gonzalez picked off four passes this season; he has the hands of a receiver. 3. Jaelyn Duncan, Maryland Morris, listed at 6 feet 6 and 292 pounds, had high expectations coming into his junior season. One league executive recently, (Photo: Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire, Getty). 7. 5 tackle in the class. Kiper sticks to the basics with the two projections for the Detroit Lions and the team's two first-round picks. 1. With this 2023 NFL Mock Draft, we take a trip through the quantum realm and emerge on the other side of April 2023. Evan Williams, Fresno State 8. The former five-star prospect has a great chance to be the top tackle in this class. Devon Achane, Texas A&M Widely considered Georgia's top 2023 prospect, Carter could have a Travon Walker-like rise during the evaluation process after the season. Sedrick Van Pran, Georgia Dylan Horton, TCU Kelee Ringo, Georgia The reigning Heisman Trophy winner has an incredibly quick release. Mel Kiper has produced his 2022 NFL Mock Draft 2.0, which includes a new first overall selection and two trades in the first round. I've been impressed. He can dominate from the interior. Fashanu has skyrocketed up draft boards since the beginning of the 2022 college football season and now has a real chance to be the first tackle taken in this year's draft. Heights and weights are based on what we have from schools; we don't get official numbers until the 2023 combine in March. At No. He just gets open and makes plays. 30 NFL draft questions with Kiper, McShay, Miller and Reid: Let the QB debate at No. Bresee earned freshman All-America honors in his first year out of high school, when he made 33 tackles (6.5 for loss), four sacks, a forced fumble and a safety. Smith, one of thenation's best cornerback prospects this season, has five passes defensed and one interception. Tight end is a position of need for most NFL teams and Mayer will undoubtedly be the first player off the board in this spot unless things go awry during the pre-draft process. Joe Tippmann, Wisconsin With the college football regular season in the . Levi Wallace has progressed nicely as the season has moved along, but Ahkello Witherspoon has been incredibly inconsistent, and Cameron Sutton has had his own lapses in coverage when the unit has not been fully healthy. 4. 4. 3 to No. Myles Murphy, Clemson The interior of the line could still use some help as well. The 2023 NFL draft might still be months away, . He has 60 catches in three seasons, averaging 13.4 yards per reception. Richardson is still very raw -- his mechanics and footwork need a lot of work. 4. He has three sacks in his past five games, including this show of force in the SEC title game against LSU. I feel good about making Skoronski my top-ranked tackle over Paris Johnson Jr. We discussed Addison earlier this season when he had seven catches for 172 yards and two scores. He locates the ball well and explodes into the backfield at the snap to disrupt throwing lanes and find ball carriers. He's one of the best "processors" I've scouted over the past decade, meaning he goes through read progressions to find his target or knows exactly the right time to escape the pocket. 4. Ji'Ayir Brown scoops up the fumble and takes it 80 yards for a Penn State touchdown. Corum, who has garnered some Heisman buzz, is an honorable mention along with Minnesota star Mohamed Ibrahim. Mel Kiper, Jr. and Todd McShay dropped their annual alternating picks mock this morning, a week after Kiper's last mock. Quindell Johnson, Memphis, Just missed: JL Skinner, Boise State; Brandon Joseph, Notre Dame; Jalen Catalon, Arkansas. Coming off a 44-touchdown seasonas a sophomore, Stroud has played much of his junior campaign without his top wide receiver, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, but the numbers remain explosive. He moves inside to tackle at times, so that versatility will help his stock for NFL teams. 2 kicker, behind Maryland's Chad Ryland, who doesn't have as many points or as high of a success rate as Moody, but is 5-for-8 the past two seasons kicking from 50 yards or more (Moody is 3-for-4 in such situations). "The Steelers have picked in the top 11 just twice in the past 20 years, and one of those was a trade up (for linebacker Devin Bush in 2019)," Kiper wrote. 4. Safety, cornerback, whatever -- Branch can play wherever you put him on defense. 88 standing out amongst his peers, which is saying something considering the Bulldogs' wealth of first-round talent on that side of the football. He struggled a little bit with an unspecified injury over the past two months, but he has 59 catches for 875 yards and eight scores this season. Mel Kiper Jr. rose to fame in 1994 Despite having been working for ESPN since 1984, Kiper was a relatively unknown analyst. The top QBs in free agency have all signed, leaving the Panthers with the draft, Darnold, or a possible return of Cam Newton. He is aggressive, though he has just one career interception in 29 career starts. I don't love drafting running backs in Round 1, but Robinson deserves this ranking; I grade based on ability, not my first-round philosophy. Levis has battled through nagging injuries and even missed a game this season. Franklin. What do you think about the Steelers as it pertains to the 2023 NFL Draft? 4. Isaiah Foskey, Notre Dame I've spent a lot of time studying prospects for the 2023 NFL draft . 10. But Mel Kiper Jr. believes that the 2023 NFL Draft . Will Anderson Jr., Alabama Carter has been fantastic since he returned in late October from missing two games because of a knee issue. This should lead to a lot of trade activity before and during the draft with teams looking to get in position to add one of the top quarterbacks. Still, the loss is what ultimately hurts Young's odds in his effort to repeat. 10. Brian Branch, Alabama 2. Matthew Jones, Ohio State, Just missed: Andrew Vorhees, USC; McClendon Curtis, UT-Chattanooga; Jerome Carvin, Tennessee; Braeden Daniels, Utah; Jordan McFadden, Clemson; Clark Barrington, BYU, 1. 2 quarterback and fifth-ranked player overall, will face scrutiny because of his size. 6. Carter, who missed two games in October because of a knee injury, moved up one spot since Kiper's last rankings, swapping places with Ohio State quarterback C.J. We brought in our NFL draft . He had his hands full against Ohio State, but he impressed again. Nick Broeker, Ole Miss 20. The 2023 NFL Draft is still a few months away, but draft news is beginning to make the headlines, as underclassmen are choosing whether or not to return to school. Hyatt has been one of Kiper's biggest risers. Flowers, who has 300 catches and 31 touchdowns in his college career, is one of my favorite prospects in this entire class. With this 2023 NFL Mock Draft, we take a trip through the quantum realm and emerge on the other side of April 2023. An Alabama transfer, Sanders has thrived this season in his starting role with the Razorbacks, leading Kiper to be quite high on him. Be sure to share your thoughts on this and all things NFL Draft in the comment section below! As I wrote in October, Johnston wins contested jump balls with ease and has a rare length and speed combination. Smith-Njigba led the Buckeyes in catches (95) and receiving yards (1,606) in 2021 despite playing alongside first-round picks,Chris OlaveandGarrett Wilson. After recording 507 yards and four touchdowns through his first two seasons, the junior wideout has been unstoppable in 2022 and leads the SEC in receiving yards (970) and receiving touchdowns (14). Ohio State's C.J. "It's rare to see a guy as big as Morris playing on his feet as a stand-up edge rusher, but he moves extremelywell for his size," Kiper writes. He gave up just 3.3 yards per attempt and zero touchdowns while breaking up 14 passes and picking off three more. On Tuesday, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. released his 2023 top 25 big board and on it, Levis checked in at No. Mar 01, 2021 at 01:00 PM. April 13, 2022 5:30 pm ET. Witherspoon allowed just 16 receptions on 54 targets as the primary defender this season, according to ESPN charting. 22. Troy Fautanu, Washington NFL Draft 2023: Mel Kiper bets on UK Wildcats' Will Levis being No. 5. There's a great chance he will remain the top receiver off the board in April. Bears Senior Writer. While fans clamor for a franchise quarterback, the top two projected picks are defensive linemen: Alabama defensive end Will Anderson and Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter. 7. Levis is the real deal, though, and there are lots of fans of him in the NFL. There is a lot of projection involved here, and I'm not yet writing up detailed scouting reports. What went wrong for Brazil at World Cup and were Tite's tactics to blame? He also seemed to up his game in the biggest matchups on their schedule. 10. TikTok is still around, and Jon Gruden is still rebuilding (now with Mel Kiper at his side). The 2023 NFL Draft is still a few months away, but draft news is beginning to make the headlines, as underclassmen are choosing whether or not to return to school. He went from No. Brayden Willis, Oklahoma Jahmyr Gibbs maneuvers through the Bulldogs' defense and crosses the goal line to extend the Crimson Tide's lead. Stroud, at 6-3 and 215 pounds, has been great for the Buckeyes and is Kiper's No. Mike Morris, Michigan Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State 9. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. released his early Top-25 big board (exclusive content) on Tuesday morning. 3. Jared Verse, Florida State He doesn't get handsy with receivers, so his game will translate well to the NFL. It will convert to a 2023 version prior to the regular season.. This season, he ranks second in the country in yards per dropback (8.9) and third in QBR (87.7) and yards per attempt (9.4). 5. One of the most recognizable NFL draft analysts, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. has produced his first mock draft for the 2022 draft. I really want to see what Witherspoon runs in the 40-yard dash at the combine. The NFL draft is scheduled for April 27-29 in Kansas City, Missouri. "What I try to talk to the players all the time about is whether it's on an individual basis in terms of playing time or whether it's on an individual basis of trying to be all-conference or whether it's on an individual basis of trying to get drafted and get drafted high or even from the team perspective it's about consistency. Mel Kiper released his 25 best players for the 2023 draft, with many changes from his last version. Emmanuel Forbes, Mississippi State, Just missed: Jaylon Jones, Texas A&M; DJ Turner, Michigan; Tyrique Stevenson, Miami (FL); Carrington Valentine, Kentucky; Riley Moss, Iowa; Garrett Williams, Syracuse; Cory Trice, Purdue, 1. He has great size, ideal arm strength and has showed accuracy throughout his tenure with the Buckeyes. He hasonly played in four games this fall. Darnell Washington, Georgia 20 in the previous ranking to ninth overall. Jammie Robinson, Florida State 2. That's Mayer, who can be a force in the red zone. Gambling problem? Recently, ESPN's Mel Kiper put out his first big board for the 2023 . I don't think he's quite 6-foot, and he's likely never going to be much more than 200 pounds. I don't think he's quite 6-foot. Matthew Bergeron, Syracuse He's met them and more, climbing into Kiper's list at No. He is another versatile pass rusher whose production should increase with more snaps. Zach Harrison, Ohio State It's never too early for draft talk. 3 overall behind He even played two snaps on offense as part of Clemsons jumbo package, while his four sacks were the most by a true freshman interior lineman in 2020. Kendre Miller, TCU Wilson would be best suited in a 3-4 scheme. 5. 3. 7 overall. Subscribe to 247Sports YouTube for the latest college football, basketball and recruiting news including live college commitments. Syracuse, N.Y. With NFL Draft season creeping every closer, ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. released his updated big board for the 2023 draft Thursday. Dontayvion Wicks, Virginia, Just missed: Marvin Mims, Oklahoma; Jonathan Mingo, Ole Miss; Elijah Higgins, Stanford; Jacob Cowing, Arizona; A.T. Perry, Wake Forest; Tyler Scott, Cincinnati; Jake Bobo, UCLA; Michael Jefferson, Louisiana, 1. The 23-year-old meets all of the physical requirements to be an NFL starter. 1. Cam Smith, South Carolina Tyrick James, Tulane, Just missed: Ryan Miller, Furman; Marshon Ford, Louisville; Jared Rus, Iowa State; Dominic Roberto, Furman, 1. 2. Yes, they need to find a successor to Jared Goff, but the Lions also need to find players to pull their scoring defense out of the 30s, where it's been ranked the past three years. They just took quarterback Kenny Pickett in Round 1 last year, so they dont have a need at that position. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. On Tuesday morning, ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper released his updated Top 25 big board for the 2023 NFL Draft, with some familiar faces at the top. The downgrade comes after his rough outing in a 45-23 loss to Michigan. Bryce Baringer, Michigan State (P) 1. Arik Gilbert, Georgia Broderick Jones, Georgia Tavius Robinson sacks Will Levis in the end zone for an Ole Miss safety. He is one of the most explosive running backs in all of college football, and figures to break the mold of running backs not going in the first round. Mel Kiper Reveals Bold Prediction For 2023 NFL Draft Tzvi Machlin 5/2/2022 Like 3 Comments | 11 The 2022 NFL Draft was a wild one to say the least as it had people throwing their hands up. As far as draft projections, CBS Sports NFL draft analyst Chris Trapasso has Richardson going as high as No. But Michigan had an apparent star waiting in wings with Morris. 7. In his latest mock draft, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. is predicting that five quarterbacks will be selected among the first nine picks. 3 defensive end in the 2023 draft class. Josh Downs, North Carolina 4 specialist and the No. Other teams was pertaining to non-obvious teams who are not already talked about at nauseum. Mel Kiper's mock draft (ESPN) Kiper's latest mock draft was released on April 14. He was used out of the slot more at Pitt -- he had 76 catches and 14 touchdowns when lined up there in 2021 -- but could play anywhere at the next level. Ji'Ayir Brown, Penn State He has excellent length and the recovery speed to make up for mistakes in his technique. Anderson doesn't take plays off, is versatile and plays the run well. But what he has done as the Bulldogs' left tackle this season warrants first-round consideration. After that, however, you'll see a few tweaks throughout my list.". QB Hot Board | First-round grades Cameron Latu, Alabama The Steelers are not loaded with draft capital by any stretch of the imagination, but they do currently hold three selections inside the top 50. He has 19 touchdown passes and 10 interceptions this season, and his 60.3 QBR ranks 61st in the country. ESPN's top draftnik, Mel Kiper Jr., has released a brand new 2021 NFL mock draft. As for the Commanders, Kiper does not have Washington trading up for a quarterback but . He has a stunning 124 pressures over the past two seasons, which is 49 more than the second-best defender (San Jose State's Viliami Fehoko). The 2021 Heisman Trophy winner was far from perfect in his first start at Tiger Stadium, but when the Tide needed a play late in the game, Young delivered just like he has so many times duringhis UA tenure by leading three scoring drives in the fourth quarter and in overtime. Too-early 2023 mock draft lands Lions some interesting choices; 2023 NFL Draft: Mel Kiper's early Top-25 big board; Bengals get Joe Burrow a weapon in new 2023 NFL mock draft; Panthers make surprise pick in Mark Schofield's early 2023 mock draft; 12 Alabama players named in Mel Kiper's 2023 NFL draft Big Board He just gets open, and he can do it in so many ways. 6. Normally we like to break down some prominent mock drafts as they're released and analyze the haul for the Detroit Lions. He's going to be a handful for Michigan to cover in the College Football Playoff semifinals. 3. 8. He runs inside and outside, catches passes and scores a lot of touchdowns. 8. The Steelers are playing the Ravens in Week 14. 3. The biggest mover in the top five is Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. He was emphatic about one thing, though. In his position rankings, he. 3 overall prospect in this year's class based on the rankings from ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. He explodes off the line of scrimmage. They have no reason to use the No. Still, I see Stroud as a rookie starter in the NFL. 2. He hasn't allowed a single sack this season and has given up only five total pressures. Smith-Njigba led the Buckeyes in catches (95) and receiving yards (1,606) in 2021 despite playing alongside first-round picks, It's crazy when you say 19 years old, right?" Three Ohio State Players Listed On Mel Kiper's Initial 2023 NFL Draft Big Board. Any questions the Philadelphia Eagles had about Jalen Hurts as a passer have been answered this season. But with the latest offering from ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr., Lions fans didn't need to wait to react. My comparison is Matthew Stafford. Chad Ryland, Maryland (K) Johnston, Kiper's fourth-ranked receiver, has overcome a slow start to the season and has recorded 34 catches for 610 yards and four touchdowns over his past four games. Jordan Addison, WR, USC Ranks: Kiper | McShay | Positions 1 overall pick last April if he had been eligible for the draft. 9. A way-too-early look at the USMNT depth chart for 2026 World Cup. That has gotten the Penn State transfer into trouble at times, but it's clear watching him that he believes he can fit the ball into any window. He's explosive at the snap and finishes well around the ball, even though he didn't put up huge numbers (8.5 tackles for loss). 1. Dalton Kincaid, Utah He can take a jet sweep to the house. The ESPN analyst expects C.J. 6. The NFL scouting community is laser-focused on the events unfolding this week in Indianapolis for the combine. In his new big board released on Thursday, Kiper moved Levis up one spot to No. Mel Kiper, Jr. referred to Bryce Young this morning on ESPNU Radio as the "guaranteed" No. The 2023 NFL Draft is still a few months away, but draft news is beginning to make the headlines, as underclassmen are choosing whether or not to return to school. 7. 2. 4. Will Mallory, Miami (FL) He led the FBS in receiving yards per route run (4.0). I think most people actually like the draft now split up over several days (although I miss having the draft just at Radio City Music Hall). 4. 8. Dawand Jones, Ohio State, Just missed: Darnell Wright, Tennessee; Ryan Hayes, Michigan, 1. Illinois running back Chase Brown, who leads the nation in rushing after transferring from Western Michigan, is the lone Big Ten player ranked among the top-10 RBs, coming in at No. He has to get better when he's off schedule and plays break down; I'd like to see him use his legs to scramble for first downs. 1 quarterback, followed by Will Levis. The biggest intrigue surrounding the Steelers draft plans has to begin with new general manager Omar Khan. 2. Richardson hasn't come close to his ceiling. Bryce Young, Alabama Stroud is the third quarterback in the top 10, but he fell four spots from the previous ranking to No. 3. Payne Durham, Purdue, 1. Tre Norwood has not been used overly much, and Arthur Maulet does not really belong on an NFL roster, period. My biggest problem is how the draft is handled on day 3. Given how the current draft order looks, it would be a surprise if a quarterback doesn't go No. O'Cyrus Torrence, Florida That set up what looked like a run to all-conference and potential All-America status in 2021, only to have Bresees season cut short with injury. By the 3rd day, the analysts are stripped down to their underwear and watching funny cat videos. TikTok is still around, and Jon Gruden is still rebuilding (now with Mel Kiper at his side). Banks has a great frame, and he's not afraid to get physical. He's a complete player. ESPN's NFL Draft guru in Mel Kiper Jr. has changed his mind a bit on the Buffalo Bills. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr.released his first big board Tuesday, featuring pass-rusher Will Anderson Jr. as the top overall player ahead of reigning Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young. Robinson's 2021 season ended when he dislocated his left elbow, but he showed elite ability in those 10 games. Kiper's latest projection starts out as expected, with three quarterbacks in the first three picks (Clemson's Trevor Lawrence to the Jaguars, BYU's Zach Wilson to the Jets, and Alabama's Mac. He has a wide catch radius and could produce as a pass-catcher in the NFL. Bresee, a five-star recruit in the Class of 2020, tore his left ACL in September 2021 and played in just four games, but I was impressed with his tape. Hendon Hooker, Tennessee Tiger and Rory vs. Spieth and JT: Top moments from The Match, Brittney Griner's release met with shock, relief from the Phoenix Mercury, 796 goals and counting: The Alex Ovechkin chase to 800 tracker, MLB winter meetings winners, losers and takeaways: Our favorite (and least favorite) moves of the week, NCAA volleyball 2022 regionals: Expert breakdown and predictions, Transfer Talk: Man City tracking France World Cup star Theo Hernandez. When someone mentions the NFL Draft, the first figure that comes to mind is typically Mel Kiper Jr. Say what you want about the long-time ESPN analyst, but the draft would not be what it is today without his influence. Colby Wooden, Auburn He is a cut-and-go runner with outstanding vision and explosiveness.

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