Imagine having a big three of Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs and Bijan Robinson, the Texas runner is indeed one of the best RB prospects in years. Mock Draft 2.0 has the same focus as my Mock 1.0 projections for how the Detroit Lions will target their two first-round picks. The predicted pick at No. It's a position they value quite a bit. The Vikings have a tenacious pass-rush duo in Danielle Hunter and D.J. 12: Travon Walker, Center, Georgia. What NFL quarterback draft prospects could be this year's hidden gem? Minnesota Vikings: EDGE Keion White, Georgia Tech. Suh and Joseph were hired guns but Hargrave was one of most dominant interior linemen in the league last season and Cox has been a mainstay in Philly for 11 years. Walker is versatile and explosive. Forbes plays tough at 6-0 and 180 pounds and has the sort of ball hawking talent the Buccaneers have been looking for more of in their secondary. 28. 9. ", Analysis: "The Giants need more weapons on the perimeter. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. With ideal length and smooth footwork, the ball-hawking three interceptions in each of past three seasons cornerback has the versatility to excel in either press or off coverage. So the Panthers get the third OT off the board in this exercise in Neal, an athletic freak who could easily be the No. The energetic pass rusher could step in immediately to spark a front line that needs another QB hunter. Perhaps, but I'm here for the drama of the pick in the meantime. Green Bay Packers: WR Quentin Johnston, TCU. Wonnum, but Johnson can be a third impact player on their front. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. 3, they simply cited "Every position." 4. Trades are in play and spoiler alert I've got two of the first three picks on the move. An alternate mock ARI Received: Pick 12 Received: Pick 23, Pick 55, 2023 ARI 3rd PIT Received: Pick 46 Received: Pick 52, Pick 138. EAGAN, Minn. The NFL's New League Year begins at 3 p.m. (CT) Wednesday, but the league's attention will soon fully turn to 2022 NFL Draft, which is just over six weeks away. That said, he's not as fluid as you'd like when changing direction, and he does struggle when he isn't able to overpower his blocker with his strength or speed off the snap. Three quarterbacks land in different spots in Scott Smith's last mock draft but the board at the end of the round remains roughly the same and the Buccaneers once again take an edge rusher with a big upside, TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS. Georgia led all college teams in the 2022 NFL Draft with five first-round picks. As Kiper mentioned, the 2022 season was a lost campaign for Smith-Njigba. Things haven't quite worked out for the last first-round wideout the Patriots picked, N'Keal Harry, but that shouldn't scare Bill Belichick away from selecting a much more refined player. Mel Kiper Jr. predicts Patriots take Ohio State star in new NFL mock draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston. 32 overall, plus the entire second round, No. The Patriots need to upgrade at wide receiver in the offseason, and ESPN expert Mel Kiper Jr.'s new 2023 NFL mock draft projects New England will do that in the All Rights Reserved. The Bills took Northern Iowa tackle Spencer Brown on Day 2 of last year's draft and he started a good chunk of games at right tackle, so I'd be a little surprised if Brown's college teammate, Trevor Penning, were the choice here. The Cardinals haven't had a dominant interior disruptor since Calais Campbell left for Jacksonville in free agency, so I love that Davis is the BPA option here. It's no secret the Jets need a pass rusher. 46: Christian Watson, Wide Receiver, North Dakota State. After transferring from Georgia, Johnson had a fantastic season at Florida State. video. But you'd love to provide depth and amplify a position of strength here with PFF's best available player. The top of the board at tight end is a little muddled right now and the upcoming Combine could provide more clarity, but for now I'll go with Mayer, who is a true three-down tight end who can help in the run game as well. Check out the full first-round forecast, 1-31. Cross is long gone in this mock simulation, but he would've filled an obvious need at left tackle, with Terron Armstead relocating to Miami in free agency. Please check your email for a confirmation. 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Mock Draft Presented By Seven-round 2022 NFL mock draft, Round 7: Commanders pick QB Bailey Zappe Published: Apr 22, 2022 at 11:47 AM Chad Reuter I think this worked out just fine for the Eagles, who get the fast-rising Porter to offset the potential secondary losses of James Bradberry and C.J. Georgia led all college teams in the 2022 NFL Draft with five first-round picks. 30. His raw talent is undeniable -- and could be too much to resist for a team that just lost Randy Gregory in free agency. Players have already begun arriving in Indianapolis for the event, with on-field drills starting on Thursday. Last season, he caught 78 balls for 1,077 yards and 12 TDs while forcing a bunch of missed tackles. James Fragoza of Pro Football Network (three rounds). Thibodeaux is an interesting player with many high-level traits, but it's hard to know where he'll come off the board on April 28 -- pretty much anywhere in the first 10 picks feels possible at this point. According to the Jimmy Johnson draft value chart, the difference in value between the first and fourth picks is a whopping 1,200 points. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! Quay Walker also impressed on his way to becoming a first-round pick for the Green Bay Packers. The first round has changed quite a bit since my last mock draft. High-level prospect with the lowest level of risk. ", Analysis: "I've always been of the mind that O'Cyrus Torrence is more of a second-rounder than a first-round prospect. I don't think Carolina has to pay quite that much to move up six spots; instead I have them shipping out their second-rounder (#39 overall) and their first and second-rounders next year. 8. Indianapolis trades up to the first pick. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Similar situation with Ojabo, who tore his Achilles at the Michigan pro day. 13. Related: NFL teams eager to see Darnell Washington at combine: I think theres more there. ", Analysis: "This is a home-run style fit and a home-run need filled here in this NFL mock draft. 24. 19 overall pick in the first round. Plus, the Cowboys and Chiefs each add an explosive wide receiver. Following New Orleans' failed pursuit of Deshaun Watson -- and the subsequent re-signing of Jameis Winston -- a quarterback would make plenty of sense here. 77: Zach Carter, Defensive Tackle, Florida. He's big, fast, confident and has the tape to match all the traits. View the picks We gave Philly an interior offensive lineman at No. The Bolts made clear their intentions to upgrade their 30th-ranked rush defense from last season with their free agency acquisitions of Sebastian Joseph-Day and Austin Johnson. Watch it here The Giants know they need to put players on the field who can run and chase the Eagles for years to come. 18. "The Patriots have a new offensive coordinator in Bill O'Brien and could look completely different on that side of the ball in 2023. He was one of the best wideouts in the nation for an explosive Buckeyes offense that also featured star wide receivers and 2022 first-round picks Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave. Chicago has the No. Click here for D'Andrea's full mock draft. One of them isJaxon Smith-Njigba, who was projected to go to the Patriots in the first round of ESPN expert Mel Kiper Jr.'s new 2023 NFL Mock Draft published Tuesday. Its not been dull for the Minnesota Vikings Click here for Stackpole's full mock draft. This year, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the last time the Packers selected a receiver in the first round (Javon Walker back in 2002). Maybe Jimmy Garoppolo. What you have to love about Karlaftis is the motor never stops. In his latest 2023 NFL Mock Draft, Kiper has three Bulldogs coming off the board in the first round. This is our third crack at predicting how the first round will play out this April; I gave it a shot two weeks ago and Staff Writer/Reporter Brianna Dix gave us her first mock last week. TCU's Quentin Johnston and USC's Jordan Addison are two popular names often connected to the Patriots in mock drafts, but there are other options New England might consider if it wants to target a wideout in the first round. And remember to check out "With the First Pick," our NFL Draft podcast that is now twice a week: every Monday and Thursday at 2 p.m. Vikings Receive: 30th Overall (196), 62nd Overall (84), 94th Overall (41) = Total 321. April 6, 2022 11:59 am ET The first round of the 2022 NFL draft begins in three weeks. That said, I personally feel the need was higher elsewhere, particularly at edge rusher, with high-level prospects like Travon Walker and Kayvon Thibodeaux still available. NOW PLAYING . 29. 14. Several of those QB-needy teams also have new head coaches, which seems like the perfect time to start over with a talented rookie. Terrell. View the breakdown of each team's picks and their Kiper does have four tight ends being taken in the first round, with Washington being the fourth of those. Over the last two seasons, his opponent passer ratings allowed have been 52.1, and 52.0. By James Fragoza March 11, 2022 Jump around this article Click to show Foskey, a second-team All-American and team captain in 2022, totaled 20.5 sacks in his final two seasons (25 games) with the Fighting Irish. 12: Jordan Davis, Defensive Tackle, Georgia. Kansas City Chiefs: EDGE Nolan Smith, Georgia. However, I can't find a suitable trade partner that's not too far down the board so I have them staying put and filling a big need with Gonzalez, the 6-2 speedster with length and a full set of skills to develop into one of the NFL's best corners. The predicted pick at No. Jonathan Mingo - The Ravens make a small move up with the help of the Seahawks, jumping over the Chargers from 22nd to 20th. Could Howell represent the future of the franchise? Again, I personally see cornerback as the bigger need for the Chiefs here. The 49ers moved up from number 12 to number three in 2021 to get Trey Lance, and it cost them two more firsts and a third. 2. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. 12. 15. Wilson packs plenty of speed and strength into a 6-foot frame, possessing the ability to turn 6 yards into 60 at any point. ", Analysis: "He caught 59 passes for 875 yards and eight TDs this season, and the Giants would get a potential WR1 before a mini run on receivers here. Indy's next pick, number 35 overall, is only worth 550 points. February 28, 2023 11:13 pm ET. We circle back to an original pick for the Buccaneers in our last mock draft before the real thing. WebMalik Willis Kendall Warner/AP / Shutterstock 1. In our first addition to Mock Draft Season, we give the Buccaneers some secondary help and predict one of the team's division rivals to dip into the quarterback pool, The Buccaneers land another edge rusher for their rotation as the quarterbacks fall and players in the trenches dominate the top seven picks, This particular mock draft has an unusual set of rules: Each team is barred from drafting any player that it has taken in any of our previous mock efforts, which led to a shakeup in the top 10 and some talented prospects falling down the board, Offensive tackles and edge rushers are dominating the top of the draft, which helps keep a coveted player for the Buccaneers on the board later in the first round, We're running a second-round mock draft based on last week's first-rounder, and the Buccaneers end up with some intriguing help for the secondary, In our latest Mock Draft, we had to make a minimum of six trades in the first round, and the Buccaneers were one of the teams on the move, Every other week, our Mock Drafts are going to take a different approach, and this time around it's to focus solely on the Bucs' six picks in the 2022 draft and who they could be targeting in each round, For the second mock in a row, the Bucs get some edge-rushing help, although the specific projected pick, who happens to be an instate prospect, is not the same. New York Jets: T Broderick Jones, Georgia. The Seahawks are going to love every rumor about teams trading up for the quarterbacks over the next couple months. He was a three-year starter at BYU and could potentially be a long-term right tackle prospect for the Broncos. 37 Cody Mauch, OT, North Dakota State, No. 23. If you want consistency (and the Vikings really need it at the position), that's a pretty good indicator. Click here for Sanchez's full mock draft. The Commanders move up from the 16th spot, trading with the Eagles. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver): EDGE Will Anderson, Alabama. video. Eagles Receive: 23rd Overall (245), 87th Overall (48) = Georgia could also see cornerback Kelee Ringo and outside linebacker Nolan Smith possibly enter the first round. The point value difference is only 300, so the Commanders only have to give up their second-round pick, number 47 overall. 2022 NFL Draft: Which team most needs to select a quarterback in Round 1? Senior Writer/Editor. 1 cornerback but has since fallen back with the likes of "Sauce" Gardner, Trent McDuffie and others. Instead, they get the one edge rusher who appears to be in a tier by himself. And in this projection, we get a second-round quarterback run, with Malik Willis, Desmond Ridder and Matt Corral all coming off the board. The Chargers may actually be hoping Hyatt doesn't sizzle in his 40 in Indianapolis because they don't need him climbing any higher on team's boards. Lewis Cine was the final pick of the 2022 first round as he landed with the Minnesota Vikings. For the second time in three years, the first three picks are going to be quarterbacks, as the Panthers aren't content to wait at number nine. With how Jermaine Johnson II performed at the Senior Bowl and the combine, it wouldn't surprise me if he went in the top 10. Vikings edge defender Danielle Hunter's future in Minnesota is to be determined, but regardless of the outcome, the Vikings need to add premium edge rush talent. Sporting News' 12th mock of the 2023 NFL Draft covers picks No. John Schmeelk and Paul Dottino look at the latest mock drafts ahead of the NFL Combine. Last week, the franchise and transition tag window opened around the league. 12, PFF is concerned about the rawness of his skill set and relative lack of college production. 1 overall pick but has indicated per reports that they are open to trading the pick to a team that wants to select a quarterback. 12: Derek Stingley, Jr., Cornerback, LSU. Click here for Zierlein's full mock draft. The NFL draft expert does have some questions about Washington, specifically as to why he didnt have a higher usage rate in the Georgia passing game. 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So I think it's pretty obvious the Colts are going to have to throw in their 2024 first-rounder to get this done. Here's a look at our fifth Vikings 2022 Mock Draft Tracker: The predicted pick at No. Ojabo has all the traits of an elite stand-up pass-rusher but has effectively one season of college football under his belt. 2 overall, so I don't think safety registers as a need with the final pick of the round. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Here is the fifth version of our Vikings 2022 Mock Draft Tracker, which includes 17 recent predictions from across the football world. 3. 4. The Titans have a terrific trio of pass rushers up front, with Harold Landry and Bud Dupree coming off the edge while Jeffery Simmons causes havoc from the interior. I turn in the card quickly if I'm Steve Keim. But the Jaguars also have guard Ben Bartch coming back from a knee injury and could use a high-end interior blocker to pair with Brandon Scherff and help create lanes for Travis Etienne. Pitre boosts a Kansas City secondary that also lost Tyrann Mathieu this offseason. ESPN lead NFL draft analyst Mel Kiper revealed his latest 2023 mock draft. Detroit Lions (from L.A. Rams): CB Christian Gonzalez, Oregon. 2022 Minnesota Vikings Mock Draft Database, v2.0 As you can see, there still isnt a lot of variety among the players that have been mocked to the Vikings. Would have loved Garrett Wilson here for the immediate impact, but he went off the board to the Texans, so the choice is PFF's best available. The 2022 NFL season is officially in the books, meaning the first round of the draft is set. UPDATED: Daniel Jeremiah's top 50 draft prospects, New Orleans Saints (from 49ers through Dolphins and Broncos). Here are the top 25 wide receiver prospects in this years draft class according to the consensus big board. 2 overall prospect (behind only Hutchinson), I didn't have any other option. The Vikings need help at CB, and that could be an option here, but with rumors swirling of a Danielle Hunter trade on the horizon, beefing up edge rusher makes sense here too. Johnson can set the edge in run defense, use leverage to beat blocks, and owns easily projectable tools to the NFL. And ESPNs Mel Kiper Jr. thinks theres a real chance the Bulldogs accomplish Kaiir Elam CB Florida 31. While I personally would prefer Travon Walker here, Thibodeaux certainly fits the bill for a team that was near the bottom of the league in sack production last season. Broncos coaching staff tracker: Who will Sean Payton hire? Back on the clock here at No. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Would Philadelphia really trade with another team in its division? The Vikings currently have the 12th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft after Minnesota went 8-9 in 2021 and finished in second place in the NFC North. The team owning the first pick in the draft ostensibly already has a young franchise quarterback; there are several quarterbacks in this year's draft who could reasonably be considered worthy of that top pick; and there are multiple teams desperate enough at the game's most important position to make a dramatic move. In his first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Daniel Jeremiah has four quarterbacks going in Round 1 -- including three in the top 10. Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. Click here for Trapasso's full mock draft. ", Analysis: "Quentin Johnston gives the Giants some height in the pass game. After not seeing a signal-caller come off the board in the first 18 slots, we suddenly get back-to-back QB picks. Now, let the hard evaluation of QB Daniel Jones truly begin. 2022 NFL Mock Draft | Picks 1-16. The Patriots offense has had an elite slot receiver for much of the last 15 or so years between Wes Welker and Julian Edelman. John Fennelly February 24, 2023 9:55 am ET The New York Giants selected 11 players in the 2022 NFL draft, many of whom would play extensive roles for the clubs as rookies. That said, Booth represents a real value pick as one of the top corners in this draft class. Devin Singletary is a pending free agent and I don't think James Cook is an every-down back. This could be a really intriguing spot not just for the Lions, but for teams that are interested in the third or fourth quarterback (remember the fifth-year option). By Jay Drew. Foskey (6-5, 265 pounds) was a defensive end in college but he would presumably transition to outside linebacker if selected by an NFL team that runs a base 3-4 defense. They finished the campaign with a 13-4 record and a first-place finish in the NFC North. For more draft content, check out our latest prospect rankings and mock drafts, as well as our new weekly podcast, "With the First Pick," featuring former Vikings The 6-foot-1, 197-pound receiver caught just five passes for 43 yards in three games. Sanders has some of the same off-ball/edge versatility; pairing those two would give Dan Quinn a chance to get very creative and keep opposing offenses guessing. I understand the need for a quality pass rusher, as PFF suggests here, but the Pats are adept at finding ways to manufacture pressure, and there's no guarantee of Ojabo's readiness this year anyway, given the Achilles tear suffered at his pro day in March. A disruptive three-technique DT is exactly what Matt Eberflus needs to make his defense hum in the Windy City, so the pick is Carter over an equally appealing Will Anderson. 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I don't doubt that the Commanders are sincere about starting 2022 fifth-rounder Sam Howell in 2023, but it seems unwise to put too much stock in his ability to become the long-term starter. The Vikings traded with both the Lions and the Packers within the first 34 picks last year. I'm sticking to my six-shooters here. In this mock, Torrence made the most sense for the Giants. He'd benefit greatly from Smith-Njigba, a true No. Foskey, a second-team All-American and team captain in 2022, totaled 20.5 sacks in his final two seasons (25 games) with the Fighting Irish. Apparently, given that Walker's name didn't even come up until No. 2022 NFL Mock Draft | Picks 1-16 The top 16 selections in this mock draft may feature some of the more unique combinations well ever see. 16 overall pick, No. Detroit Lions: LB Trenton Simpson, Clemson. Alabama is the only other school with multiple selections. His ability to take the football away may be his best trait. Check out the full first-round projection, 1-31. You can get him the ball in so many different ways, including handoffs, jet sweeps and quick screens. Detroit also re-upped safety Tracy Walker III this offseason with a three-year, $25 million contract. The Vikings currently have eight overall picks. In it, multiple trades near the top take place. Compensatory picks have not been assigned and will not be included in this exercise. Check out the full first-round projection, 1-31. Last year saw three Georgia defensive linemen all wow and cement their status as first-round picks. 2 HST. It's not a matter of if but when. To QB or not to QB -- is that actually the question? 2022 NFL mock draft: Need vs. Best player available Published: Apr 11, 2022 at 03:48 PM Rhett Lewis NFL Network Host Jeremiah Mock 4.0 Schrager 3.0 This weeks NFL combine will greatly impact draft boards, as prospects move up and down based on their performances at the 2023 NFL Combine. Redrafting the 2012 NFL Draft: Colts select Russell Wilson No. Even if linebacker is a bigger need, I'd expect a few other names like Quay Walker, Christian Harris and Chad Muma to come off the board before Smith. Vikings would love to get him just outside those first 10 picks. I had the Packers taking Branch two weeks ago but this time he's already off the board. Murphy is quick off the ball and has a well-developed arsenal of pass-rush moves. You know what? Some analysts have Wilson ranked ahead of Murphy and he play with a bit more power. No. The big-bodied wideout with contested-catch and red-zone ability provides Washington with a great complement to McLaurin -- and he fits in with Wentz' off-schedule (and sometimes-risky) play at quarterback. Most -- if not all -- general managers will tell you that they always employ a BPA strategy, but you know need plays a role at some point. Watson is rising fast after putting on a freak show at the combine. Baltimore Ravens (from Seattle): WR Jordan Addison, USC. Google Podcasts, Related New Orleans likely will have a new starting quarterback, so lets get that passer some help.. New York Giants: CB Cam Smith, South Carolina. Bresee has had some medical concerns but that could be alleviated at the Combine. BUT, with a potential top-10 pick in Johnson still available here, GM Jon Robinson can't turn down the value of taking the best available player here. With Walker finally off the board, here's a chance for the Texans to continue building around last year's third-round QB selection, Davis Mills, by handing him a stud at wideout. The point is mute, though, since London is already off the board to begin with. The Vikings have had better luck with edge rushers than cornerbacks, so maybe they are gun shy to return to the latter well. ", Analysis: "Simpson has extremely rare speed as a linebacker. He has All-Pro upside on the perimeter. To view Easterlings complete three-round NFL mock draft, visit Draft Wire. Witherspoon isn't the biggest corner available but he's got the confidence needed at that position and plenty of athleticism. Kiper, who has Carter as his top overall prospect, sees the Georgia defensive tackle landing with the Chicago Bears at pick No. That's a win. Talent wins out over size concerns. In the third round, the Packers grab a new tight end for Aaron Rodgers. Click here for Fragoza's full mock draft. Done and done. Now, you might not be familiar with Asamoah just yet, as he's generally in the Day 2 conversation, but he could pair nicely at linebacker with last year's second-round steal, Nick Bolton. Carter will not work out in Indianapolis this week, electing to do so at Georgias pro day on March 15. Nevertheless, that one season is a very strong one, as Ojabo racked up 42 quarterback pressures and earned an 87.3 pass-rush grade despite hardly playing before 2021. Apr 28, 2022, 10:04am PDT. 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