Utah The scariest part of his game is that he's not even close to his ceiling yet, and what better way to get there than in Green Bay. New York Giants (from CHI) | Georgia EDGE Travon Walker, 8. New York Jets (from SEA) | Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson II, 11. Jones can provide that and can displace Lucas Niang on the right side in not too long with improved run blocking. The 2022 National Football League Player Selection Meeting, otherwise known as the NFL draft, is less than three months away. Williams tore his ACL in the national title game, but he's still one of the best players in this draft class and should be ready to contribute next October. Washington Commanders | Ohio State WR Garrett Wilson, 12. Baltimore: Nicholas Petit-Frere, OT, Ohio State46. New York Giants | North Carolina State OL Ickey Ekwonu, 6. Washington Commanders (from IND) | Penn State S Jaquan Brisker, 48. Note that this mock draft includes projected compensatory picks in Round 3 based on the forecast outlined by my colleague Lance Zierlein last spring. Otton can provide a dynamic, athletic pass-catcher for Daniel Jones while he rounds out his blocking. Hamiltons slow 40-yard dash might scare some folks off, but the film proves hes one of the most dangerous weapons in this years class, regardless of position. Washington selects Corral to be the team's future at the position. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Penning has similar smaller-school big body traits to Armstead with his blend of power and athleticism. Kansas City Chiefs | Memphis WR Calvin Austin III, 95. That extended to the Senior Bowl where he dominated 1v1 and team drills, and then Mafe busted out a 4.53 40 at the combine. Philadelphia* (via NO): Coby Bryant, CB, Cincinnati102. Pittsburgh Steelers | Purdue WR David Bell, 85. / 275 lbs. Mock Drafts Prospect Rankings 2022 Three-Round NFL Mock Draft: Kenny Pickett falls; Packers, Chiefs load up on WRs Eight teams have at least five picks in the first three rounds and. It might be surprising to see the Chiefs spend both of these picks without adding a receiver, but they simply have bigger needs elsewhere, especially after signing multiple veteran pass-catchers in free agency. The question is, how early do they hear their names called? New Orleans Saints (from Colts through Eagles), Jermaine Johnson II, EDGE, Florida State (6-4, 254 pounds). 1 deep threat after getting him better protection earlier. Raimann is older than youd like a first-round pick to be (turns 25 in September), but hes a pro-ready blocker who could start from Day 1 and perform at a high level. Kansas City Chiefs (from MIA) | Oklahoma DL Perrion Winfrey, 51. Trading up for Howell would cost the Steelers their 2023 first-round pick and one of their third-rounders this year. Pickens has an elite skill set as an outside playmaker and proved his work ethic coming back from a torn ACL in the spring to be a factor in the late stages of the Bulldogs' title run. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Georgia DL Devonte Wyatt, 28. The Chiefs need to beef up their defensive front minus Jarran Reed and Steve Spagnuolo can use Bulter in a variety of effective rotational roles because of his smarts and versatility. Boye Mafe, EDGE, Minnesota (6-3, 261 pounds). 6'7" 6'4" 1 Darnell Mooney with Allen Robinson gone. 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The Lions can still come out of the first round pass rusher from their home-state school in Ann Arbor even if Hutchinson goes off the board at No. NFL DRAFT BIG BOARD: Ranking the top 150 players in 2022 draft class. The Eagles will find it hard to pass on Williams should he be available given his outside big-play skills and route-running. Bill Belichick can work well with Clark's strength and athleticism to turn him into a reliable leader and playmaker. Baltimore Ravens | Oklahoma EDGE Nik Bonitto, 46. It's a great start, of course, especially for a team that hasn't used a first-rounder on a WR since 2002. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from Jaguars) Malik Willis, QB, Liberty (6-0, 219 pounds) The Buccaneers traded down out of the first round, when they saw the Panthers . Some NFL teams like Smith's upside enough to consider him in Round 1. Christian Watson, WR, North Dakota State (6-4, 208 pounds). Either way, Cross' athleticism shines through and that, coupled with his strength, makes him a top-10 draft-day target. Buffalo Bills | Nevada WR Romeo Doubs, 90. Walker can add a more consistent rushing element to their offense. BIG BOARD: Updated ranking of top 100 NFL Draft prospects. In his first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Lance Zierlein projects the Buccaneers and Raiders to begin new eras at quarterback. With uncertainty about Amari Cooper's future and the pending free agency of Michael Gallup and Cedrick Wilson, the Cowboys could be in need of help for CeeDee Lamb on the outside. / 304 lbs. The Steelers cannot mess around with Mason Rudolph or limited bridge option Mitchell Trubisky. Arizona Cardinals | Mississippi State CB Martin Emerson Jr. 88. 1 overall pick, fellow edge defender Travon Walker from Georgia has been getting plenty of buzz at that spot in recent days. Indianapolis (via WSH): Roger McCreary, CB, Auburn43. Travon Walker, DE/DT, Georgia (6-5, 272 pounds). Panthers head coach Matt Rhule's search for a QB1 continues and, in this scenario, Carolina trades up for the playmaking Willis despite sending valuable draft picks to the Jets for Sam Darnold a year ago. With Davis off the board to potentially beef up their defensive line, the Chargers have an easy pivot to thinking about their interior offensive line, where right guard is a big weakness next to solid veterans Matt Feiler and Corey Linsley. Plus, the Cowboys and Chiefs each add an explosive wide receiver. Denver Broncos (from LAR) | Houston CB Marcus Jones, 97. Chicago (via LAC): Jalen Pitre, S, Baylor49. Seattle Seahawks | Florida CB Kaiir Elam, 42. Denver Broncos | Ohio State OT Nicholas Petit-Frere, 76. Elam would fit the need nicely for Lovie Smith and is sometimes explosive in making plays on the ball. At 6-foot-5, London was a high-point-catch machine before his '21 season ended prematurely with an ankle injury. The Jets, however, already are going for ceiling over floor with Thibodeaux so they might as well get a double dosee of it. The Chargers landed J.C. Jackson in free agency and Kendrick can further boost their coverage as a rangy complement. 1. This shouldn't see him slip on draft boards because he plays much faster, but if he finds his way out of the top 10, Washington could pounce here. Denver (via LAR): Troy Andersen, LB, Montana State, 65. Smith is rising up like Zion Johnson because of his potential to hold up well outside with his power. Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU (6-1, 195 pounds). San Francisco 49ers | SMU WR Danny Gray, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Baltimore Ravens | Georgia DL Jordan Davis, 15. Thibodeaux is one of this years most dynamic prospects, and should be in the conversation at No. Minnesota: Cole Strange, OG, UT-Chattanooga47. This scenario gives them the perfect chance to find their franchise quarterback of the future, though, so that should trump everything else on the board. 8 last year, why would they use a higher pick on a worse prospect this year? The Titans will think about interior offensive line a little bit but another plan can be getting the Austrian import's immense physical and athletic upside to take over at right tackle and slide Dillon Radunz inside. Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. Hamiltons slow 40-yard dash might scare some folks off, but the film proves hes one of the most dangerous weapons in this years class, regardless of position. Hill is part of a Wolverines defense that could end up seeing three players go in Round 1 next spring. The Panthers have been thinking offensive lineman for a while but are getting to the point with the existing Sam Darnold mess and the failed Baker Mayfield dalliance that they can't ignore a top QB when given this early high-first-round opportunity. NY Giants (via MIA): Alec Pierce, WR, Cincinnati82. The Jaguars spent a ton on former Falcon Foyesade Oluokun to shore up half of their inside linebacker corps and here's chance to get explosive and active next to him, too. This is a popular spot for the first quarterback, and its easy to see why. Kansas City Chiefs | Alabama WR John Metchie III, 63. A second and third round are added soon afterword, and some prospect rankings begin to emerge. This will help new coach Kevin O'Connell take the passing game to higher big-play level. The Commanders need to give Carson Wentz and Terry McLaurin some help at wideout and getting a true speedy No. With limited weaknesses as Super Bowl contenders, they should look for a direct replacement for Wallace outside. The Chargers could go either tackle or guard here -- they have needs at both positions, but with four tackles already off the board, Green makes sense here. Check out the full first-round forecast, 1-31. Miami Dolphins (from SF) | Penn State LB Brandon Smith, 103. ]]>*/ / 235 lbs. Vinnie Iyer is an NFL writer at The Sporting News. MORE: The Sporting News NFL mock draft with trades. Another surprise pick for the Texans here, as they roll the dice on another dynamic playmaker with some injury concerns. Bill Belichick should see many Jackson-like qualities in the cerebral, nice-sized and ballhawking McDuffie. Washington (via IND): Quay Walker, LB, Georgia48. Atlanta Falcons | Alabama DL Phidarian Mathis, 75. USC Detroit Lions | Oregon EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux. . Seattle: Martin Emerson, CB, Mississippi State73. Mafe had 7 sacks, 9 hits and 26 hurries in '21, and his mix of speed, bend and power was often overwhelming for opposing offensive tackles. One or two of the five passers listed in the first round of this mock might not go in Round 1. / 332 lbs. Carolina Panthers | Alabama OT Evan Neal, 7. He has flashed on tape, but he also played on a Georgia defense that could end up with 4-5 first-round picks, and his combine performance -- a 4.51 40, a vertical of 35.5 inches and a mind-boggling 3-cone of 6.89 seconds -- only reminded people of why he has a chance to be special. He is an excellent undersized quick complement to Watson in the open field. In the end, the mock remains an exercise in trying to consider the myriad possibilities with most picks. Houston: Marcus Jones, CB, Houston69. They should welcome the development of landing this different kind of "Greek freak" to put opposite Shaquil Barrett for promoted defensive-minded coach Todd Bowles. Dallas: Calvin Austin III, WR, Memphis89. Atlanta (via TEN): Darrian Kinnard, OT, Kentucky59. Ole Miss New York Giants | Cincinnati CB Coby Bryant, 68. He's underrated nationally but watch him play and it becomes clear pretty quickly that he's in the running for one of the best defensive backs in this class. 1 overall. / 323 lbs. The Texans need help on the back end of their defense with some size, aggressiveness and physicality in coverage. In his first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Eric Edholm has four quarterbacks coming off the board in the top 10. Buffalo Bills | Clemson CB Andrew Booth Jr. 26. 2022 3-Round NFL Mock Draft | Picks 1-16 The draft starts in Mobile, and one Senior Bowl alumnus is featured almost immediately in this mock draft. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Colorado State TE Trey McBride, 61. by Doug Kyed 10 months ago . 87. Jacksonville Jaguars (from CAR) | UCLA TE Greg Dulcich, 71. Burks is a big-bodied receiver (listed at 6-foot-3, 225 pounds) with excellent open-field agility that Baker Mayfield will lean on as the former Razorbacks star acclimates to the pro game. There are plenty of other needs on this roster, but Gardner is the best value. After getting their left tackle to replace Armstead, the Saints need to find an explosive pass-catcher to pair with Michael Thomas. Lloyd is big, athletic, physical and versatile, making him the three-down playmaker this defense desperately needs. Jacksonville Jaguars | UCLA TE Greg Dulcich, 66. But he can line up as a 3, 4 or 5-tech and that versatility, coupled with his non-stop motor and consistent playmaking ability, makes him an attractive option for any team looking to bolster their defensive line. Hill's speed, quickness, smarts and instincts are all welcome assets for a bona fide playmaker. With two selections in the first 10 picks of this 2022 NFL Mock Draft, the Giants double-dip in the defensive player pool. In the third round, the Packers grab a new tight end for Aaron Rodgers. Minnesota Vikings | Notre Dame S Kyle Hamilton, 13. And ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. thinks t here's a real chance the Bulldogs accomplish said . London's ankle injury won't dissuade teams from picking him early in the draft. Jacksonville (via CAR): Isaiah Likely, TE, Coastal Carolina71. 2022 NFL mock draft: New 3-round projections heading into free agency Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans. 21. Hamilton has rare versatility and . He's worth the investment at this point of the first round. Hamilton ran in the 4.5s at the combine and was timed in the 4.7s at his pro day. The first wave of NFL free agency is almost over and team needs are all but finalized, which means its time to cast an eye to the upcoming NFL Draft.. The Browns cut Austin Hooper and still have some wide receiver questions inside after trading for Amari Cooper. The Lions also feel like they're going for defensive impact and the decision for Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell and Aaron Glenn will come down to the 3-4 hybrid playmaker Walker, do-everything safety Kyle Hamilton, or high-ceiling edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux. San Francisco 49ers | Chattanooga OL Cole Strange, 62. New England: John Metchie, WR, Alabama86. Notre Dame The Browns are pretty weak inside next to Myles Garrett. New Orleans: Luke Goedeke, OT, Central Michigan50. This three-round NFL mock draft represents what I'd do right now if I took over as general manager for all 32 NFL teams. 102. 2022 NFL Mock Draft: 3-rounds with surprise blockbuster trades. Charles Cross, OT, Mississippi State (6-5, 307 pounds). Chark and T.J. Hockenson. He can be a dominant force at a premium position. A strong and versatile lineman who could play anywhere from nose out to 3-tech at the NFL level, Jones possesses dominating power, deceptive athleticism, and showcases . Penning is extremely raw, but has all the physical traits to become a dominant left tackle, something the Saints need after losing Terron Armstead in free agency. New Orleans Saints | Cincinnati LB Darrian Beavers, 99. Walker can deliver in multiple spots for their front, from end to tackle to even outside linebacker at times. 8. Cincinnati Bengals | Iowa OL Tyler Linderbaum, 32. Having traded their first-round pick for Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland Browns open their account in this 2022 NFL Mock Draft with imposing UConn defensive tackle Travis Jones. Oregon 6'5" If he was eligible two years ago he would've been a top-5 pick. This is a popular spot for the first quarterback, and its easy to see why. And he'll tell you that's one of the things he wants to improve, even though he was very good in that area last season. We love the idea of him lining up alongside Chris Jones and Frank Clark. Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert is stepping down after the draft. Michigan Kansas City Chiefs (from MIA) | Texas A&M DL DeMarvin Leal, 51. View the latest third-round 2022 NFL Mock Draft. Jacksonville Jaguars | Georgia LB Nakobe Dean, 34. 6'4" Having Darnold suggests they will be go with the more traditional pocket passing Pickett over Malik Willis. While a consensus seems to have been building around Michigans Aidan Hutchinson as this years No. He's been our QB1 since the fall, and while we know there are differing opinions on him around the league, he's an athletic, mobile, strong-armed passer who fits the mold of where the position is headed. / 311 lbs. Willis has the athleticism, toughness physically and mentally to fit well in their scheme and carries more overall upside than Pickett. Cleveland Browns | Clemson WR Justyn Ross, 100. Williams has a wide array of quick moves to be a good situational player for them at first behind Odafe Oweh and Tyus Bowser. This makes great sense as the follow-up high first-rounder to quarterback Zach Wilson. The Jets should be thrilled if Thibodeaux slips here to become the explosive cornerstone pass-rusher for coach Robert Saleh, which will remind him of having Nick Bosa powering his defense in San Francisco. I suspect he'll make his best effort to acquire the team's future starting QB before he departs. Devonte Wyatt, DT/DE, Georgia (6-3, 304 pounds). Baltimore Ravens | Minnesota EDGE Boye Mafe, 46. Denver: Alontae Taylor, CB, Tennessee76. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Kentucky OL Darian Kinnard, 61. They have been setting up the relentless, explosive and sometimes dominant Hutchinson being the anchor, but don't sleep on a late pivot to rising versatile stud Travon Walker. Hamilton is falling on some boards because of teams not wanting to take safety too high and concerns that given his size, he might be more of a linebacker 'tweener. The Ole Miss product's arm strength and athleticism give him a chance to become an excellent NFL QB. The trade-up costs general manager Joe Douglas the fourth-round pick his team received from the Panthers in the Sam Darnold deal. [CDATA[/* >