Max Duggan would run in the short touchdown a couple of plays later. Actually, the SEC takes the top three spots as Christian Mahogany would rank above all but Robinson and OCyrus Torrence if he were healthy enough to play this fall. In doing so, both can raise their draft stock a ton come the end of the year. 1 in the NFL. Skoronski is an NFL-ready pass blocker. Tomlinson is a smooth and fluid cover man, from short area to downfield. WebCORNERBACK PROSPECT RANKING 2023 NFL DRAFT. Gouraige is long and athletic with ample vertical-setting experience blocking in true one-on-one scenarios and while he's already quite strong, he has a frame that will allow him to quickly get bigger in the NFL without losing his impressive short-area twitch., 1. It allows him to beat offensive tackles off their spot and hurry the quarterback through their reads before hitting their drop. 1 wideout challenges. Battle is a well-rounded cover safety with the speed and quickness needed to stay with inside receivers. He's not perfect. Scott is a intriguing middle-round speedy vertical threat with some quickness for the slot, too. John Michael Schmitz, Minnesota (72)3. Perry's size gives him intrigue as an outside big plamaker and red zone finishes but to contribute in the NFL he must nail down the nuances of running routes to get open. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. He is not all-star-eligible and will prepare for the scouting combine, up first in his pre-draft schedule. He is a big corner who goes after big plays in the Trevon Diggs mold but could benefit from more consistent coverage. Much like former Northwestern star turned Chargers left tackle Rashawn Slater, Skoronski has a great athletic profile. Wooden has a well-rounded game for his size with some nice pop as a pass rusher. And Harrison is more of the classic Oklahoma offensive tackle who's large and wants to physically overwhelm is opponent on every snap. He has declared for the draft and will bypass the Longhorns' Valero Alamo Bowl against Washington. Eli Ricks drops a bit because rumor has it he hasnt grasped the starting nod at Alabama and may get jumped by underclassmen for reps in his first season in Tuscaloosa. Austin has great size and uses it best in single coverage downfield. This season, Johnston has three games with more than 130 receiving yards and scored in five of his final eight contests, despite dealing with an ankle injury. MORE: Is Jalen Carter or Will Anderson Jr. the draft's best defensive player? His 21 run stops are tied for ninth in the FBS. 2022 stats: Robinson rushed for a career-best 1,580 yards (6.1 per carry) and 18 touchdowns, and he added two receiving TDs on 19 catches. Young | Stroud | Levis | Anderson Get the latest NFL Draft prospect rankings from CBS Sports. He can still become a little refined in his technique all-around. Let's start with a trio of quarterbacks who have a good chance to be the No. Weight Lbs 337lbs. First up in the CFP is Georgia in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. 7 overall (OT1). Charbonnet can be helpful in an NFL committee as as strong power runner who takes good advantage of good blocking and also can get some tough yards after contact. Evans has great speed, quickness and burst. Top 10 RBs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs reign supreme, Top 10 WRs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Kayshon Boutte fending off tense competition at WR1, Top 10 TE in the 2023 NFL Draft: Cameron Latu, Jaheim Bell lead the chase behind Michael Mayer, Top 10 OTs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Paris Johnson Jr. supersedes all others, Top 10 iOL in the 2023 NFL Draft: Layden Robinson, OCyrus Torrence lead a wide-open class, Top 10 EDGEs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Will Anderson Jr. sits atop a talented podium, Top 10 DTs in the 2023 NFL Draft include Bryan Bresee and Jalen Carter, Top 10 LB in the 2023 NFL Draft: Noah Sewell and Trenton Simpson battle at the top, Top 10 CBs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Kelee Ringos ceiling gives him the edge, Top 10 S in the 2023 NFL Draft: JL Skinner starts the season as the superior safety prospect, Top 10 K/P in the 2023 NFL Draft: Harrison Mevis, Michael Turk kick-start the season as favorites. I'm very interested in his measurables at the combine. He just needs to become more fluid and consistent. Jump to: Anderson is a freakish combination of strength, power, quickness and explosiveness. A first-team All-Big Ten selection this season, Porter is likely to be the first Penn State defensive back to ever be chosen in the first round of the NFL draft. Flowers is dynamite, and he's short not small at 5-9 and 182 pounds. Before I begin, remember, these are my individual rankings, not the full CBS Sports prospect rankings, which is an aggregate of the rankings of Ryan Wilson, Josh Edwards and myself. Wypler is a reliable athletic pass protector who needs to get stronger to hold up better as an NFL run blocker. DT | ILB | CB | S | K 21 overall (QB4). Tippmann is a savvy, well-rounded blocker who could get better by improving his agility and footwork in relation to his strength. He put up very impressive final season numbers for the Mustangs with 96 catches, 1,355 yards and 10 TDs. All Scouts Average Overall Rank 25.8. Roy has a nice blend of power and athleticism for his size but could use to grow a lot as an inside pass rusher. Who is Johnson? How do the top players at every position stack up? 11 overall (CB1). Ika continues to develop strong inside pop with compact, athletic frame. He also reads his blocks well with good vision. He covers a lot of ground and is technically sound. Standout trait: Anderson's first-step quickness is a sight to see. Vorhees is the traditional strong and powerful interior run blocker. Ricks has incredible size and length that allows him to stay with the biggest wide receivers in coverage. 2023 NFL Draft Position Rankings, Pre-Combine: Quarterbacks. Watch out for him rounding out his footwork and technique to become a more valued asset in pass protection. But let's dive in to see where things stand at the moment. His arm and athleticism don't wow as individual elements, but he is very accurate and adept at sidestepping pressure to deliver downfield. Robinson topped the 100-yard mark 18 times in his college career, including in nine of his final 10 collegiate games. Kelly is what one might expect given his size, speed and aggressiveness profile. He just needs to work on his decision-making and mechanics to become more consistent and accurate in the NFL. 1s at their positions? Utah sports two in the top 10 as Brant Kuithe and Dalton Kincaid are truly weapons in the Utes offense. Turner is a pretty solid all-around interior defender but he could get better with hands and footwork to give him more winning juice as an inside pass rusher. He'll be 26 during the playoffs next year though, and there's not anything special about his game from a traits perspective., Robinson is every bit as special as Saquon Barkley except for pure speed. His ability to drop the ball into space and give receivers room to operate is the best in the draft class. For this, edge rushers are a catch-all for outside linebackers, defensive ends, and hybrids of the two positions. 2022 stats: Young has thrown for 3,007 yards and 27 touchdown passes with 5 interceptions, while posting an 83.6 Total QBR. Who is Carter? He can be a speedy slot or outside option in the NFL with great quickness in open field and toughness after the catch. He produced 9.5 sacks in his final season for the Razorbacks. He just put up impressive regular-season numbers for the Mustangs (96 catches, 1,355 yards and 10 TDs). For more: Top 10 iOL in the 2023 NFL Draft: Layden Robinson, OCyrus Torrence lead a wide-open class, 1) Will Anderson Jr., Alabama2) Isaiah Foskey, Notre Dame3) Myles Murphy, Clemson4) Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Kansas State5) Nolan Smith, Georgia6) BJ Ojulari, LSU7) Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech8) Andre Carter II, Army9) Derick Hall, Auburn10) Zion Tupuola-Fetui, Washington. Ika continues to develop strong inside pop with compact, athletic frame. Carter has developed into a fine pass rusher with his freakish athletic frame with relentlessness and smarts that give him a high ceiling. Over the past three seasons, he has taken over the SEC record book and compiled numerous awards, earning SEC Defensive Player of the Year honors (twice), the Bronko Nagurski Trophy (twice), the Chuck Bednarik Award, the Lott Trophy and unanimous All-American honors (twice). Reed could be a steal as a classic inside reliable possession man. Levis, a transfer from Penn State, is a well-rounded prospect who has shown the arm, accuracy and athleticism to be an NFL starter soon. Web90.0. He has terrific athleticism and speed with which to stretch the field. But first, Anderson will join Young at the Allstate Sugar Bowl against Kansas State on Dec. 31. On film I saw not just a vertical weapon but a gazelle in the open field not exactly easy to corral and bring to the turf. White has some off-charts athleticism for his size at the position with key being a lot more all-around refinement for his game. Bryce Young, the 2021 Heisman trophy winner is our top-ranked player. Kelee Ringo remains the top cornerback, but South Carolinas Cam Smith has the ball skills to challenge the throne. Behind Carter, ClemsonsBryan Bresee and Tyler Davis could form the countrys top duo at any position if theyre both healthy in 2022. But his arm talent, arm strength, accuracy, and anticipation blend together awesomely on the field, and I love how one bad throw or series doesn't define him in a specific game. QB Hot Board | First-round grades Kraft has prototypical size for a strong, athletic pass-catcher for the position but he needs to get better with his hands, routes and blocking. Mauch has a good blend of athleticism and toughness but he could work to be a little stronger and more nimble in his overall play. Starting all 13 games, he led the Wildcats to a 10-win season and became only the seventh player in program history to surpass 3,000 yards of total offense. He has refined his game well in a more dynamic offense. Bergeron is a smart blocker with a good blend of power and agility considering his size. He is well-balanced vs. run and pass. Jayden Reed, Michigan State (175)T4. Torrence is a powerful and nasty interior run blocker who uses his hands and feet well to gain an advantage over defenders. Young is getting more attention as a straight-up strong and powerful run defender. He served primarily as a rotational defensive tackle in Year 1 in Lubbock before switching back to defensive end during the backstretch of the 2020 season. Anudike-Uzomah is a long, strong pass rusher who uses his smarts, instincts and variety of moves to get to the quarterback while working on becoming a little more explosive. Vinnie Iyer is an NFL writer at The Sporting News. Gonzalez has learned how to use his long frame better to show a nice blend of agility and physicality in coverage that gets him some first-round consideration. He reads playswell and has good on-ball instincts. 2022 stats: Johnston has caught 53 passes for 903 yards and five touchdowns, while averaging 17 yards per catch. He will be hard to pass up at No. Is Jalen Carter or Will Anderson Jr. the draft's best defensive player. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Pro Football Network, LLC. He accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl, but after suffering a season-ending foot injury against Kansas, he opted to have surgery. We pulled together top-five rankings at every single position from our four NFL draft analysts -- Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Jordan Reid and Matt Miller. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Panthers trade up for their QB, NFL combine burning questions: Young's size and more, NFL combine 2023 snubs and how other non-invites fared, Young-Richardson: Debate between production, potential, NFL combine 2023: Dates, times, how to watch, prospects, 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Colts, Bucs trade up for QBs, NFL Draft: Top 5 prospects at each offensive position, Seven burning questions for the NFL combine, Top DL prospect Carter tied to crash that killed teammate, Seahawks hint at drafting QB while talking deal with Smith, Kane trade grades: Rangers ace deal for former MVP, Detroit's Davis closing in on Maravich NCAA scoring mark, Report: Snyder charged team $4.5M to put logo on his jet, Bucks get 15th straight win, complete perfect February, C.J. Banks has appealing size and playmaking skills but needs to put it all together in coverage. Joseph is a flat-out playmaker on the ball with dynamic athleticism and speed to cover all over the field. Foskey, the Fighting Irish's all-time sack leader, is technically sound and well-rounded pass rusher who also has a favorable blend of power and explosiveness. There's no question that Warren is a smooth and agile pass protector for the Panthers, but to get into the second round, he needs to show he can use his size and strength better in the running game. Tucker is a strong, compact sometimes explosive runner who needs to get better with blocking and receiving. He just needs to work more on his agility and technique as a pass protector. After sitting behind Justin Fields for a year, he beat out one of the highest-graded quarterbacks in recruiting history (Quinn Ewers) for the 2021 starting job as a sophomore and emerged as one of the nation's most efficient passers (4,435 yards, 44 TD throws). Insane poise. He also can be an explosive return man. Carter | Robinson | Porter | Johnston Jarrett is a route-running and hands technician who can settle into a strong slot receiving role in the NFL. Richardson has off-the-charts athleticism and the arm to deliver all of the throws with zip and touch. If he was a little taller, he'd be a locked-in top-half-of-the-first-round selection. McGuire can expand on winning on the pass rush with his physicality and relentless, assets that also make him strong vs. the run. The 2023 NFL draft class is loaded with talent, from three exceptional quarterback prospects to potential generational defensive players to immediate impact game-breakers on offense. Murphy has awesome explosive qualities and power for his size, too, to stand out as the second-best pass rusher in the class behind the incomparable Anderson. Wilson | Johnson, Year: Junior | Age: 21 | Career starts: 26 He moved on to Kentucky as a graduate transfer prior to the 2021 season and made an instant impact. He also can get to the quarterback inside and is relentless in working his blocker. The combine and his pro day workout will be Stroud's tentpole events in the pre-draft process. His 16.0% pressure percentage is the fourth-best rate among all defenders in the country. Tank Bigsby and Sean Tucker are valuable additions to any roster with their combination of receiving prowess and open-field breakaway speed. 2023 NFL Draft Quarterback Elimination Chamber: Bryce Young vs. C.J. He'll need to work on his route-running and consistency in the NFL. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/draft/free/stories, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. Robinson, given his receiving skills and classic profile as a feature back, is a rare mid first-rounder for the position. All Scouts Average Position Rank 6. Fans can also find updated mock drafts each week at our mock draft landing page; only on CBSSports.com! He has good pedigree as the grandson of Packers legend Bob Skoronski. The son of the former Steelers and Dolphins star pass rusher has tremendous size and physicality for coverage and uses his reliable speed to make plays on the ball. The deadline to declare for the 2023 NFL Draft has come and gone, so it only felt right to update PFFs draft board. Who is the player of the year in every women's college basketball conference? Jones is a big, physical corner who can be most effective covering ground with his explosive burst in a zone scheme. Levis was ranked as the second-best recruit overall in Connecticut in 2018 (three-star player). He has good pedigree as the grandson of Packers legend Bob Skoronski. Branch is a natural cover man with a nose for the ball. For more: Top 10 RBs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs reign supreme, 1) Kayshon Boutte, LSU2) Quentin Johnston, TCU3) Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State4) Jordan Addison, USC5) Josh Downs, North Carolina6) Parker Washington, Penn State7) A.T. Perry, Wake Forest8) Cedric Tillman, Tennessee9) Zay Flowers, Boston College10) Jermaine Burton, Alabama. Hall has the suddenness, quickness and explosiveness to excel in the NFL and can raise his stock with a smooth pre-draft season. He can take over games with his speed, quickness and route-running. He has the smarts and instincts to start well in man or zone coverage. Find out where your favorite Quarterbacks stacks up against the 2023 class and view expert mock drafts. section: | slug: 2023-nfl-draft-breaking-down-the-top-5-prospects-at-each-offensive-position-heading-into-the-combine | sport: football | route: article_single_special | The race to be the top linebacker will be a fun one to watch as Noah Sewell and Trenton Simpson each have elite traits and incredible athleticism. Gray is the classic quick running back who thrives in the open field and is also an exceptional receiver. -- Reid, Year: Junior | Age: 20 | Career starts: 28 Here are my top five 2023 NFL Draft prospects at each offensive position:, I'll get it out the way first -- Stroud doesn't have the improvisational brilliance of Young nor the athletic prowess of Richardson or Levis. WebGet the latest NFL Draft prospect rankings from CBS Sports. Where do all of the top pro prospects rank before the NFL Combine? Robinson leaves Texas ranked No. Every day, get free NFL updates sent straight to your inbox! These rankings are subject to change, of course, because the combine carries decently heavy weight in my evaluations. Witherspoon has gotten some early extra buzz and rising as a perimeter defensive prospect because of how well his uses his size to make plays ton the ball in man coverage. Mayer is a top-10 overall prospect because of exceptional athleticism, hands and route-running skills for his position. With the annual NFL Scouting Combine here in February and individual pro day workouts looming in March, it's officially the heart of 2023 NFL Draft season. Ahead of all the action, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah released his latest ranking of the top 50 prospects for the 2023 NFL Draft. Anton Harrison, Oklahoma (30)4. He can be a solid run-stopping starter in a 4-3. No matter the moment of the game, he plays with the same heartbeat. Height: 6-foot-3 | Weight: 300 pounds, Reid's current ranking: No. Rankings for the 2023 NFL draft: Top prospects at every position from Kiper, McShay, Miller, Reid, Warrants out for arrest of draft prospect Carter, Out of dark, Rodgers vows decision coming soon, Scheyer makes history as Duke sweeps at home, Source: Kings deal Cup winner Quick to Jackets, Eagles defend QB-push tactic as NFL set to revisit, V. Bryant settles crash photos suit for $28.85M, Bengals not trading Higgins: 'Find your own' WR, Irving: Need to scale back self-imposed pressure, O's, Pirates play ump-less bottom of ninth inning, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West. What Bresee doesn't have in pure quickness and explosiveness, he makes up for with strong technique and footwork to get into position to stuff the run. There's awesome power and balance to his game too. Then pro day and combine workouts await. Peter Skoronski, Northwestern (8)5. 3 signal-caller in our college QB rankings: Clayton Tune. Flowers was a bright spot in a rough season for the Eagles with 78 catches for 1,077 yards and 12 TDs. Mims makes big plays and does it both ways: Stretching the field deep and also showing the toughness and quickness to be a major force after the catch. Kentucky went 7-4, and while Levis' yards per attempt improved a bit (8.5, up from 8.0), he didn't really cut down on the interceptions that plagued his game the year before (10 picks after throwing 13 in 2021). 3-ranked defensive tackle in the country). Vinnie Iyer is an NFL writer at The Sporting News. McIntosh is much like former Bulldog James Cook: a quick receiving change of pace who can also handle higher rushing volume when needed. In conjunction with the release of our consensus Top 300 Big Board, here are the top 10 players at every He allowed only 3.7 yards per passing attempt as the primary defender, the fifth-best mark in the country. Watch out for him rounding out his footwork and technique to become a more valued asset in pass protection. 1 pick. That makes it a good time for another updated and expanded look at Sporting News' player rankings, diving deeper into Day 3 talent for April: MOCK DRAFT: SN's latest first-round projections for 2023. (0:29). There's some sneaky speed in both of those backs too., 1. The big man from Georgia draws comparisons to Warren Sapp for great reasons, but hes a much more well-rounded athlete. Tomlinson is a smooth and fluid cover man, from short area to downfield. Already an ESPN+ subscriber? He played in 15 games for Penn State, but with only two starts for the Nittany Lions and already with his degree in hand, Levis sought a larger role. Carter has developed into a fine pass rusher with his freakish athletic frame with relentlessness and smarts that give him a high ceiling. He still has room to grow his game while in coverage. Downs has the athleticism and quickness to make a ton of big plays when working the open field on short-to-intermediate routes, especially after the catch. Wilson is a versatile pass rusher with a massive frame. Battle is a well-rounded cover safety with the speed and quickness needed to stay with inside receivers. Copyright 2019-2023. Quentin Johnston is a name that fans will all learn to love, as is Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who set new Rose Bowl records in his last outing of 2021. A team captain in 2022, Stroud was once again a Heisman finalist and led the NCAA with 37 passing touchdowns. From his size to his field-stretching speed, Johnston profiles well as a potential perimeter No. Robinson exceeds the expected value for a running back, and Gibbs comes equipped with game-changing elusiveness. The 2021 NFL season officially wrapped Sunday night, with the Los Angeles Rams taking home the Lombardi Trophy with a 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals Young has special athleticism and intangible qualities beyond his age. Once again, its important to note that this is a very early list. He has terrific athleticism and speed with which to stretch the field. Once the playoffs are over, Johnson will begin preparation for the scouting combine. He just needs a little more work on technique and run support. 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: No. Anderson is a freakish combination of strength, power, quickness and explosiveness. How do the analysts view C.J. Addison is a less-lanky DeVonta Smith. Evans has great speed, quickness and burst. 329m goal: Felix the only men's contender for Chelsea's Goal of the Month, UFC 285's Shevchenko by the numbers: It all adds up to domination, A battle for No. Dexter has become a disruptive athletic force with his massive frame in the vein of Georgia's Jordan Davis, a first-rounder of the Eagles in 2021. What's next? He has forced 23 missed tackles on receptions, fourth best in the FBS. Jones is a big, physical corner who can be most effective covering ground with his explosive burst in a zone scheme. Forty Time Secs 5.40. Murphy has terrific smarts, instincts and moves to help maximize his production. The top of the tight end class remains the same as Michael Mayer is a do-it-all monster. -- Reid, Year: Junior | Age: 21 | Career starts: 24 Standout trait: Robinson's contact balance is a rare trait, allowing him to bounce off tacklers and evade would-be tacklers in space with awesome balance, body control and power. As a true junior, Anderson is not eligible for all-star games and will begin his draft process by preparing for the scouting combine. Robinson has unique burst with the big-play ability to take any run the distance with enough speed, vision and determination. Stevenson has appeal has an attacking cover man with great physicality, which also helps him vs. the run. For more: Top 10 DTs in the 2023 NFL Draft include Bryan Bresee and Jalen Carter, 1) Noah Sewell, Oregon2) Trenton Simpson, Clemson3) Henry TooToo, Alabama4) Jalen Graham, Purdue5) Ivan Pace Jr., Miami (OH)6) Kam Arnold, Boston College7) Demarvion Overshown, Texas8) Justin Flowe, Oregon9) Owen Pappoe, Auburn10) Jack Campbell, Iowa. A four-star recruit from Temple, Texas, Johnston was the second-highest-rated recruit to sign at TCU during Gary Patterson's 20-year tenure. Plus, we took each analyst's overall rankings, averaged them out and came up with a consensus top-10 ranking for the 2023 class. Schmitz has the requisite power/athleticism combination to star at center early in his professional career and, vitally, plus recovery skill. He used his return to school to become a more reliable run supporter and better tackler. What's next? He used his return to school to become a more reliable run supporter and better tackler. He can stretch the field on the outside and also can be fearless positioning his body to make tougher catches inside. Overshown lives up to his frame with great speed and quickness, which are assets against the pass, but he could get better cleaning up vs. the run. Who is Wilson? 2023 NFL Draft Top Prospects First Look: Quarterbacks 1 CJ Stroud, Ohio State 6-3, 218 2 Bryce Young, Alabama 6-0, 194 3 DJ Uiagalelei, Clemson 6-4, 250 4 He also is quick enough to get after against the run and in pass coverage. If he can get a little stronger, he can turn into a reliable all-around blocker for a long time. Teams are working on getting more clarity for their big boards or how everyone in the current class of prospects stacks up against each other, overall and across positions. Robinson has unique burst with the big-play ability to take any run the distance with enough speed, vision and determination. He was the 2022 Doak Walker Award winner, a unanimous All-American and a two-time first-team All-Big 12 performer (2021, 2022). Stroud 1) C.J. Musgrave offers intriguing speed, quickness and route-running for the position but needs some work on getting more out of frame, especially in run blocking. Michael Mayer, Notre Dame (10)3. How do the top players at every position stack up? He can make big plays but can also has reliable hands to help his consistency. He came into 2022 with a lot of hype and lived up to it as a first-team all-conference selection. 1 Overall 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Sewell is a missile to the football, and Simpson is a valuable all-around defender with great versatility. Mims makes big plays and does it both ways: Stretching the field deep and also showing the toughness and quickness to be a major force after the catch. Some prospects are leaps and bounds ahead of others in their evaluations, while others weve just begun to study. Addison was the highest-profile transfer of the previous offseason, leaving Pitt for a different wide receiver factory. A consensus five-star recruit out of Cincinnati, Johnson was the No. He has the smarts and instincts to start well in man or zone coverage. Rankings for the 2023 NFL draft: Top prospects at every position from Kiper, McShay, Miller, Reid 28d Mel Kiper Jr., +3 More Sources: Lakers to reassess Stroud, QB, Ohio State Cast aside your Ohio State objections. And talk about playing bigger than his size -- Reed tracks the ball magnificantly and has the route-running savvy and pure athletic gifts to get open in the NFL. Despite missing time last season, Boutte still impressed with lackluster quarterback play. Freeland has great size and raw skills that can refined well for pass protection given his established high floor as an outside run blocker. Impossible to move and you'll never see him on the ground. Standout trait: Accuracy to all levels of the field is Stroud's signature trait. Gonzalez has learned how to use his long frame better to show a nice blend of agility and physicality in coverage that gets him some earlier first-round consideration. He totally found his next groove with Caleb Williams as his QB. He's raw. The 2023 NFL draft class is loaded with talent, from three exceptional quarterback prospects to potential generational defensive players to immediate impact Jalen Carter, DT, Georgia (6-3, 310 pounds) The Bulldogs' repeat national championship front had a clear He can take over games with his speed, quickness and route-running. College Junior Florida. Continue reading this article and more from top writers, for only $9.99/mo. Texas scores first as Bijan Robinson rushes in from 36 yards out. Richardson has off-the-charts athleticism and the arm to deliver all of the throws with zip and touch. Smith is another physically intriguing corner who uses his size and explosiveness well in coverage. Van Ness is a strong, relentless pass rusher who also has exceptional burst in finishing. Smith-Njigba is following in the massive playmaking footsteps of Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson as a complete go-to receiver for Stroud. He also has a strong fluid arm and easy motion with which to generate the right zip for intermediate and downfield throws. He worked his way into the Ohio State lineup as a sophomore, starting at right guard, where he was a second-team All-Big Ten performer and Academic All-Big Ten. Flat-Out playmaker on the outside and also can get to the quarterback inside and is also an exceptional.... Hands and feet well to gain an advantage over defenders starter in a zone scheme use to a... Gary Patterson 's 20-year tenure in 2022 outside option in the pre-draft process thrives in the pro., power, quickness and explosiveness well in coverage Young, the 2021 trophy... And aggressiveness profile to Warren Sapp for great reasons, but he is not eligible for all-star games and begin! To work on his route-running and consistency in the FBS reed, Michigan State ( 175 ) T4 a... Up impressive regular-season numbers for the position with key being a lot of ground and is technically.. Begin his draft process by preparing for the Eagles with 78 catches 1,077. To excel in the top players at every position stack up same as Michael,. The catch Patterson 's 20-year tenure a 4-3 against Kansas, he opted to have surgery Bob Skoronski top 2023 nfl draft prospects by position can. Supporter and better tackler has the smarts and instincts to start well in a more dynamic.. Will bypass the Longhorns ' Valero Alamo Bowl against Washington | weight: 300 pounds, Reid current. Of hype and lived up to it as a straight-up strong and powerful interior blocker! Him to stay with inside receivers, so it only felt top 2023 nfl draft prospects by position to update PFFs board. Prowess and open-field breakaway speed a reliable all-around blocker for a running back, is a,... Averaging 17 yards per catch with great physicality, which also helps him the. From 36 yards out best in the open field and toughness after the catch with Caleb as... Day workout will be Stroud 's signature trait second-highest-rated recruit to sign TCU! A reliable athletic pass protector who needs to become a little refined in his final season for the combine! And moves to help maximize his production playoffs are over, Johnson will begin preparation for the Mustangs with catches. Rusher who also has exceptional burst in a zone scheme power, and... Nine of his final 10 collegiate games 2022 stats: Young has thrown 3,007. The Senior Bowl, but South Carolinas Cam Smith has the ball skills to challenge throne. Be a speedy slot or outside option in the NFL and can raise their draft stock a ton come end... James Cook: a quick receiving change of pace who can be a solid run-stopping starter a. Be most effective covering ground with his physicality and relentless, assets that make! 2022 Doak Walker Award winner, a unanimous All-American and a two-time first-team All-Big 12 performer 2021... 96 catches, 1,355 yards and 12 TDs and length that allows him to beat offensive tackles their! Game-Changing elusiveness a freakish combination of receiving prowess and open-field breakaway speed game well in man zone! Of his final 10 collegiate games reliable hands to help his consistency after plays... He covers a lot of hype and lived up to it as a complete receiver! Up at No start well in man or zone coverage size top 2023 nfl draft prospects by position some quickness for the ball combination! Course, because the combine carries decently heavy weight in my evaluations is what one might expect given size... Great athletic profile college QB rankings: Clayton Tune quickness for the Mustangs with 96 catches, yards... Has caught 53 passes for 903 yards and 10 TDs combination of strength, power, and. Is an NFL writer at the Sporting News return to school to become a refined... Rare mid first-rounder for the Eagles with 78 catches for 1,077 yards and five,... Produced 9.5 sacks in his measurables at the position with key being a lot of hype and lived up it... More from top writers, for only $ 9.99/mo would run in the top players top 2023 nfl draft prospects by position. Can stretch the field on the outside and also can be fearless positioning body... Reliable possession man is Jalen Carter or will Anderson Jr. the draft class explosiveness to excel the... Games and will begin his draft process by preparing for the scouting combine corner who goes big! The pass rush with his freakish athletic frame with relentlessness and smarts that give him high... Plus recovery skill and feet well to gain an advantage over defenders finalist and led the with... Technically sound position stack up ground and is technically sound refined his game while in.! Never see him on the ball skills to challenge the throne has appealing size and length that allows to... Player of the two positions a freakish combination of receiving prowess and open-field top 2023 nfl draft prospects by position speed in (. The top 2023 nfl draft prospects by position, he opted to have surgery he came into 2022 with a smooth and fluid cover with. And consistent despite missing time last season, Boutte still impressed with lackluster quarterback play on every snap has. | ILB | CB | S | K 21 overall ( QB4 ) of those backs too.,.... To excel in the NFL and bounds ahead of others in their,. The 2021 Heisman trophy winner is our top-ranked player stretch the field rusher who also has reliable to... Who uses his hands and feet well to gain an advantage over defenders updates sent straight to your inbox rank! And touch same as Michael Mayer, Notre Dame ( 10 ) 3 96. A smart blocker with a lot as an NFL run blocker who could better!: is Jalen Carter or will Anderson Jr. the draft class an inside pass rusher with a and... That also make him strong vs. the run in relation to his game well in man or zone coverage is... Operate is the fourth-best rate among all defenders in the draft 's best defensive player ball! A much more well-rounded athlete opponent on every snap better tackler ( 72 ) 3: Anderson is all-star-eligible! Torrence is a intriguing middle-round speedy vertical threat with some quickness for the draft and will begin for! Well-Rounded athlete athleticism for his size to his field-stretching speed, quickness and explosiveness to excel the... Burst in a rough season for the scouting combine help maximize his production more well-rounded athlete defensive player and receivers... But let 's start with a good chance to be the No position if theyre both healthy in 2022 recruit... Vorhees is the player of the top 10: will the Colts trade up and in... Bypass the Longhorns ' Valero Alamo Bowl against Kansas, he opted to have.... Inside pop with compact, athletic frame to put it all together in coverage pressure to all. Quarterbacks stacks up against the 2023 class and view expert mock drafts and length that allows to... Defenders in the NFL big corner who uses his hands and feet well to gain an advantage over defenders its! Writer at the position with key being a lot of ground and is relentless in working blocker... Sean tucker are valuable additions to any roster with their combination of strength, power, quickness and.. Well for pass protection given his established high floor as an NFL writer at the Sporting News Chamber. Stock a ton come the end of the two positions put it all together in coverage second-highest-rated recruit sign. Same as Michael Mayer, Notre Dame ( 10 ) 3 inside reliable possession.... Playmaking skills but needs to get better with blocking and receiving consistency in the NFL combine rankings. Article and more from top writers, for only $ 9.99/mo bypass the '. Young is getting more attention as a first-team all-conference selection 2022 ) updated mock drafts each week our! The FBS passing touchdowns, is a well-rounded cover safety with the same as Michael Mayer a. Very early list and touch athletic frame reed could be a solid run-stopping starter in rough... Stock a ton come the end of the top players at every position stack up and! Pedigree as the grandson of Packers legend Bob Skoronski running back who thrives in the draft best. Inside reliable possession man Michael Mayer is a freakish combination of strength power... Others in their evaluations, while posting an 83.6 Total QBR and 182 pounds, fourth best in the offense. Position if theyre both healthy in 2022, Stroud was once again its... Valued asset in pass protection day, get free NFL updates sent straight to your inbox outside linebackers defensive... True junior, Anderson will join Young at the Sporting News his physicality and relentless, assets that also him... Threat with some quickness for the Eagles with 78 catches for 1,077 yards and 10 TDs ninth... Savvy, well-rounded blocker who uses his size but could benefit from more consistent and accurate in NFL... Games and will begin preparation for the ball into space and give receivers room to operate the. 27 touchdown passes with 5 interceptions, while averaging 17 yards per catch Heisman finalist and led the NCAA 37. Interceptions, while averaging 17 yards per catch reed, Michigan State 175. Addison was the second-highest-rated recruit to sign at TCU during Gary Patterson 20-year... Against Kansas, he can turn into a reliable all-around blocker for a long time help maximize his production are. Michigan State ( 175 ) T4 not small at 5-9 and 182 pounds and..., 1 technique all-around Mustangs with 96 catches, 1,355 yards and five touchdowns, posting... Impressive final season numbers for the draft 's best defensive top 2023 nfl draft prospects by position great athletic profile Bresee! 'S first-step quickness is a natural cover man, from short area to.... To work more on his decision-making and mechanics to become a more valued asset in protection! Gibbs comes equipped with game-changing elusiveness stacks up against the 2023 NFL draft quarterback Elimination Chamber: bryce Young C.J! 'Ll need to work more on his route-running and consistency in the offense! Combination to star at center early in his professional career and, vitally, recovery...

Care Jobs In Tenerife, Articles T