2023 NFL Mock Draft Projection

DeMeco Ryans may opt for a foundational defensive piece at this spot. Note that there's still some buzz about CJ Stroud here.

If the Cardinals can't trade this pick, expect the selection to be Anderson, Paris Johnson Jr. or  Devon Witherspoon.

The Colts will be selecting a quarterback here, it could easily be Will Levis over Stroud.

Witherspoon has been linked to the Lions for months, though Carter could be the pick (if available).

The Raiders will be choosing between Johnson, Peter Skoronski, and Devon Witherspoon (if available).

The Falcons could take Robinson if they aren't in love with any of the pass rush options (like Lukas Van Ness). Note that Atlanta is willing to move down.

Gonzalez has been connected to Philadelphia for a while now. Note that the Eagles are a candidate to trade up for Jalen Carter or Paris Johnson Jr.

The Titans could move up to No. 3 for CJ Stroud (which means the Colts would end up with Levis). If Tennessee stays put, Wright would fill a big need.

Just a random guess here - could easily be Anthony Richardson or Hendon Hooker... or no quarterback at all.

There's some buzz around the Patriots and Van Ness, though the team may be more likely to target a cornerback or offensive tackle.

The Jets are almost certain to take an offensive tackle. they'd be happy to get Jones here.

Washington has been connected to Porter throughout the pre-draft process.

This is could be Bijan Robinson, if he falls this this far — if not, Kancey makes sense.

There's some hype around Tampa and Richardson. This selection could also be used on an offensive or defensive lineman.

Seattle could trade up for Richardson. If they stay put, Smith would be a nice value at No. 20.

Smith-Njigba could easily go ten picks earlier, but in this projection he falls to receiver-needy Baltimore.

The Vikings could move up for a quarterback or take Hendon Hooker here. If they go receiver, Addison makes a lot of sense.

Jacksonville is looking for help at cornerback, right tackle, and defensive tackle. In this scenario, they take Forbes over Anton Harrison and Bryan Bresee.

McDonald is a "best player available" pick for the Cowboys. Other options include tight end (potentially via trade up), running back (Jahmyr Gibbs or trade up for Bijan Robinson), and linebacker (Drew Sanders).

Buffalo is expected to take a receiver and Johnston is probably the top remaining option.

Cincinnati is ready for a fresh start at running back, though Calijah Kancey is an option here (if available).

Branch will help offset the loss of Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. He'd be a steal this late in the first round.

Harrison fills a big need at offensive tackle. Other possibilities include Mazi Smith, Jalin Hyatt, or Zay Flowers (via trade up).