Lloyd is my favorite linebacker in this year's class, but the need choice here does not meet the value of this pick for the Giants. Click here for Spielberger's full mock draft. Terrell. 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. Round 2, No. BIG BOARD: Ranking the top 100 prospects for 2022 NFL Draft NFL mock draft 2022 1. 6. Georgia fans though will have to wait a while in Kipers eyes to see another Bulldog drafted, as he has Darnell Washington landing with the New Orleans Saints at pick No. I turn in the card quickly if I'm Steve Keim. 3 ARZ. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. The Patriots offense has had an elite slot receiver for much of the last 15 or so years between Wes Welker and Julian Edelman. Carolina Panthers (from Arizona): QB C.J. Stingley's name will gain traction once again after his pro day next month, and the Vikings are a team in need of a talented cornerback to tighten up the pass defense. New York Giants: CB Cam Smith, South Carolina. 77: Khalil Shakir, Wide Receiver, Boise State, The predicted pick at No. Sound familiar? Fortunately, Forbes is still available so I can once again focus on a secondary that has a very good chance of losing some key pieces in free agency. Terry McLaurin is one of my favorite receivers in the league. WebMinnesota Vikings 7-Round 2022 NFL Mock Draft: Vikings get CB1 in Ahmad Gardner : Making the selections through all seven rounds of a 2022 NFL Mock Draft for the Trading down in the first round is one of his favorite things to do and the Seahawks hadn't done so since 2019! 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. The Panthers might have been able to land Anthony Richardson at number nine, but Stroud is more prepared to start from Day One and the Panthers have enough talent on their roster to compete right away in a shaky NFC South. 32 overall, plus the entire second round, No. There is no offseason in the NFL. The Chargers might very well have been hoping to grab Addison but they come out of this okay by grabbing Hyatt, who has the one thing L.A. needs more than anything in its receiving corps: SPEED. Georgia led all college teams in the 2022 NFL Draft with five first-round picks. 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. 1 through 32 like a real draft, taking players off the board as they were selected. Assuming his medicals check out and his hamstring won't be an issue, he'll be my top-ranked wideout in this class. 11. Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. ", Analysis: "The Giants need more weapons on the perimeter. Last year, for instance, 19 of the 32 picks in the first round changed hands at least once and there were a total of 27 swaps of those selections. ", Analysis: "Flowers lined up out wide on almost two-thirds of his snaps at BC, and while that may not be how he's used at the next level, he has the speed and route traits that Giants coach Brian Daboll could use on third down, specifically. New England Patriots: S Brian Branch, Alabama. He is an excellent route-runner who can win at all three levels and the Texans really need some pass-catching talent. The first round will be on April 28, followed by Rounds 2 and 3 on April 29 and the final four rounds on April 30. ", Analysis: "I've always been of the mind that O'Cyrus Torrence is more of a second-rounder than a first-round prospect. That's a good thing, because quarterback Mac Jones regressed last season. So I love the "need" selection of Ekwonu, even with Laremy Tunsil at LT. Houston sends Ekwonu to the right side in this scenario, allowing the Texans to get their five best O-linemen on the field -- and giving the franchise a future LT option if Tunsil should move on at some point. Georgia led all college teams in the 2022 NFL Draft with five first-round picks. Baltimore moves up two spots to the 20th pick. Sean Payton trade details: What the Broncos gave up for the coach Van Ness uses both power and a good bend to get to the quarterback and would pair well with the ageless Cameron Jordan, 30. The Jaguars could have their pick of the tight ends, and indeed we gave them Michael Mayer in each of our first two mocks. 37 Cody Mauch, OT, North Dakota State, No. The transition hasn't always been seamless for young receivers acclimating to QB Aaron Rodgers, but Burks' Swiss Army Knife skill set could alleviate some of those issues. NOW PLAYING . Well, this is an absolute no-brainer. ", Analysis: "Quentin Johnston gives the Giants some height in the pass game. Related: NFL teams eager to see Darnell Washington at combine: I think theres more there. Following New Orleans' failed pursuit of Deshaun Watson -- and the subsequent re-signing of Jameis Winston -- a quarterback would make plenty of sense here. think it's quite possible that the Lions start getting some calls from teams looking to get ahead of the Raiders in order to grab Anthony Richardson. 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. 12: Derek Stingley, Jr., Cornerback, LSU. Jacksonville Jaguars: G O'Cyrus Torrence, Florida. Lets change things up a little with the picks in the top 10. We gave Philly an interior offensive lineman at No. John Schmeelk and Paul Dottino look at the latest mock drafts ahead of the NFL Combine. 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. 23. Hamilton is going to be a fantastic player in the league, and the Lions need as many guys of this caliber as they can get. Perhaps, but I'm here for the drama of the pick in the meantime. In his first three-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Chad Reuter gives the New England Patriots a dynamic wide receiver in Round 2. 12: Trent McDuffie, Cornerback, Washington. One of them is Jaxon 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. So let's go ahead and give the Jets the cover man who very well might've been the first CB off the board in the 2020 draft if he'd been eligible. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Williams offers extreme athleticism and big-play production, but the torn ACL from January's national title game might put some question into the immediacy of his contributions to New Orleans' offense. Please check your email for a confirmation. 19. Before we get into what draft experts are saying, here's a refresher on the draft order: Now for what's out there in the latest mock drafts: Analysis: "I really like Flowers' skill set. 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. Apparently, given that Walker's name didn't even come up until No. Over the last two seasons, his opponent passer ratings allowed have been 52.1, and 52.0. 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. 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 The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. 34 Felix Anudike-Uzomah, DE, Kansas State, No. Plus, the Cowboys and Chiefs each add an explosive wide receiver. 67 and 68 overall). 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. ", Analysis: "The Giants are desperate for some explosiveness at receiver. 28. 16 overall pick, No. These days, when I'm not eating, sleeping or yapping on NFL Network, I'm mock drafting. ", Analysis: "Hyatt exploded onto the scene in Tennessee's vertical tempo offense, catching 67 passes for 1,267 yards and 15 touchdowns, all while averaging a clean 18.9 yards per catch. 7, so Karlaftis is the pick. Before I get to the picks, I'm going to lay out the four trades that are included in these predictions: 1. Wilson packs plenty of speed and strength into a 6-foot frame, possessing the ability to turn 6 yards into 60 at any point. Simultaneously, draft season is in full swing. 30. 3, they simply cited "Every position." 77: Cole Strange, Offensive Line, Chattanooga. This pick is a 300-yard tee shot straight down the fairway at TPC Sawgrass. The energetic pass rusher could step in immediately to spark a front line that needs another QB hunter. The Minnesota Vikings Georgia led all college teams in the 2022 NFL Draft with five first-round picks. What you have to love about Karlaftis is the motor never stops. The first round has changed quite a bit since my last mock draft. Click here for Fragoza's full mock draft. After transferring from Georgia, Johnson had a fantastic season at Florida State. Houston Texans (from Cleveland): WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State. Eagles Receive: 23rd Overall (245), 87th Overall (48) = That's enough to keep him ahead of Florida State's Jermaine Johnson II and Georgia's Travon Walker as the Vikings pick at No. But not only is Davis a good athlete, he is a productive football player and served as the engine of that vaunted Georgia defense. Offensive tackle, pass rushers, and cornerbacks dominate the top 10. Apple Podcasts Click here for Stackpole's full mock draft. 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. He can line up anywhere on Minnesota's front for new defensive coordinator Ed Donatell and can be downright disruptive. 12: George Karlaftis, Edge Rusher, Purdue. 31. The point is mute, though, since London is already off the board to begin with. Now they get a premier prospect at the position, too. I'll admit I'm starting to wonder if there is some substance to these rumors that the Bears may trade Justin Fields instead of the top pick, but I'm not willing to take that plunge yet. And ESPNs Mel Kiper Jr. thinks theres a real chance the Bulldogs accomplish said feat once again. This shouldn't cost much. Click here for Sanchez's full mock draft. 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. Murphy is quick off the ball and has a well-developed arsenal of pass-rush moves. 1 tackle on their draft board. And ESPNs Mel Kiper Jr. thinks theres a real chance the Bulldogs accomplish Consequently, pass rusher is not high on Tennessee's priority list. Denver has five picks to use in the draft his year, which will be held in Kansas City from April 27-29. ", Analysis: "The UNC WR can carve defenses up in space and generate downfield plays from the slot. The question is production: Washington had 45 catches and three touchdowns in three seasons for the Bulldogs, and Brock Bowers, a top 2024 prospect, put up much more impressive numbers, Kiper wrote. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver): EDGE Will Anderson, Alabama. ET on March 7 to designate players before free agency begins eight days later. There are corners I like more than Elam in this spot, but Linderbaum is already off the board. This sim clearly aims to support the current QB, as opposed to choosing a new one, offering up two OT options to pair with Taylor Moton. 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. That would be two years in a row that the Chiefs took an edge rusher at the end of the first round, but they need an upgrade over Frank Clark and a young bookend for George Karlaftis. The predicted pick at No. 17. The point value difference is only 300, so the Commanders only have to give up their second-round pick, number 47 overall. Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. Las Vegas Raiders: T Paris Johnson, Ohio State. ", Analysis: "Isaiah Hodgins opened eyes late in the season, and Wan'Dale Robinson will be back from a torn ACL, but adding a lengthy playmaker with burst and 50-50 skills makes sense. But Pro Football Focus has safety as a big-time need for the Lions, and given that PFF also has Hamilton as the No. Chicago traded this year's first-round pick but has two selections in the second round Kansas City Chiefs: EDGE Nolan Smith, Georgia. In his pre-combine three-round NFL mock draft, Draft Wires Luke Easterling has the Denver Broncos selecting an offensive lineman and a pass rusher with their first two picks. The predicted pick at No. Detroit Lions (from L.A. Rams): CB Christian Gonzalez, Oregon. This is a great outcome for the Seahawks, too. It's very possible that Gardner won't last until the 12th pick, but if he does, this would be an easy choice for new GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. Last week, the franchise and transition tag window opened around the league. UPDATED: Daniel Jeremiah's top 50 draft prospects, New Orleans Saints (from 49ers through Dolphins and Broncos). 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. Click here for Fornelli's full mock draft. ", Analysis: "Clark Phillips III is a flat-out dog in coverage. Would the Steelers consider beefing up their pass rush behind T.J. Watt? 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. After trading Davante Adams this offseason, the need at wideout is clear. 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. Do not duplicate in any form without permission. London checks in as the sim's best player available. 12 overall twice in team history, selecting quarterback Christian Ponder in 2011 and running back (and Vikings Ring of Honor member) Chuck Foreman back in 1973. Calais Campbell's re-signing over the weekend lessens the immediate need at defensive line, helping Lloyd feel like the better value for Baltimore in this slot. 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. If the Lions stick and pick, I like PFF's best available player at this point. 19, the Saints face one of the most intriguing selections of the entire first round. I think the Falcons end up looking hard at a wideout here at No. On Monday, Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema published his two-round, pre-combine 2023 NFL mock draft, which featured three quarterbacks selected with the first three picks. This weeks NFL combine will greatly impact draft boards, as prospects move up and down based on their performances at the 2023 NFL Combine. Yes, Anthony Richardson is right there, but until further notice I am continuing to operate on the notion that the Raiders will go the veteran route to replace Derek Carr. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Did you miss Peyton Manning's Super Bowl commercial? Javon Hargrave, Fletcher Cox, Ndamukong Suh and Linval Joseph are all set to hit free agency. It's not a matter of if but when. Broncos coaching staff tracker: Who will Sean Payton hire? You can get him the ball in so many different ways, including handoffs, jet sweeps and quick screens. 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. Would Philadelphia really trade with another team in its division? 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