3. Green Bay: Trey McBride, TE, Colorado State60. USC Hill are both scheduled to hit free agency. NFL Mock Draft 2022 Round 1. Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan (5-10, 195 pounds). And perhaps more importantly, see what those teams without a first-rounder will do once they finally get on the clock. Williams has a wide array of quick moves to be a good situational player for them at first behind Odafe Oweh and Tyus Bowser. 102. / 325 lbs. In his first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Eric Edholm has four quarterbacks coming off the board in the top 10. New York Jets | Cincinnati CB Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, 5. The Seahawks need a quarterback, but Pickett doesnt feel like a great fit here. Seattle Seahawks | South Carolina EDGE Kingsley Enagbare, 73. Jalen Wydermyer, TE, Texas A&M (6-3, 255 pounds). Thibodeaux is one of this years most dynamic prospects, and should be in the conversation at No. Corral is our QB1 but we know he's not for everybody. Johnson proved at the Senior Bowl that he could make the move to the pivot without an issue, showing his pure strength and intelligence. Johnson fits that bill. Carson Wentz in going to need all the help he can get, especially if Terry McLaurin joins the long line of young receivers willing to play hardball for a hefty payday. by Doug Kyed 10 months ago . Seattle Seahawks | USC EDGE Drake Jackson, 52. 21. The Jets will love having him on the back end to complement Thibodeaux as part of their new-look secondary. That being said, it is good to look at how players could fit with teams and especially how the positions could stack on the board if all eligible players . Note that this mock draft includes projected compensatory picks in Round 3 based on the forecast outlined by my colleague Lance Zierlein last spring. Minnesota Vikings | Notre Dame S Kyle Hamilton, 13. The Steelers cannot mess around with Mason Rudolph or limited bridge option Mitchell Trubisky. Were less than a week away from the 2022 NFL draft, and it still feels like anybodys guess how this years top 10 is going to shake out. The Steelers lost big slot JuJu Smith-Schuster in free agency and can replace him well with Bell, who offers strength, physicality and some big-play ability. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/draft/free/stories, NC State New York Giants | Georgia LB Quay Walker, 37. If McDuffie's still available here, the Cardinals should snap him up. 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. All Rights Reserved. New England Patriots | Alabama LB Christian Harris, 55. But the WR position is in dire need of some upgrades and Wilson, who is our WR1, is a top-10 player all day long. Metchie would fit the bill as the ideal speedy No. Tennessee Titans | Arizona State OL Dohnovan West, 91. He is an excellent undersized quick complement to Watson in the open field. While some might expect Pickett here, Im betting the Saints would prefer to fill other holes on offense, and hope for the best with Jameis Winston for now. 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. The Packers brought back Robert Tonyan but they need to create better downfield receiving opportunities in 12 personnel for Rodgers and Kolar has intriguing wideout hybrid skills. Carolina Panthers | Alabama OT Evan Neal, 7. Kansas City Chiefs | Washington CB Kyler Gordon, 31. The Eagles need more second-level rangy playmaking impact given Kyzir White is a limited place-holder and newcomer Haason Reddick is more of pure edge rushing hybrid around T.J. Edwards. Cincinnati Bengals | Cincinnati EDGE Myjai Sanders, 96. Williams tore his ACL in the national title game, but at full strength, hes an explosive weapon who could take the Houston offense to another level. 29. / 225 lbs. 8 last year, why would they use a higher pick on a worse prospect this year? Then, for the first time in a long time, we have Matt Corral as the next QB taken. New Orleans Saints | Cincinnati LB Darrian Beavers, 99. Washington Commanders | Ohio State WR Garrett Wilson, 12. He can be a dominant force at a premium position. The Chargers get their new nose tackle in Davis, who moves smaller offensive linemen out of his path and possesses better quickness to attack gaps than expected, given his 6-6, 340-pound frame. 1 overall. Hill is part of a Wolverines defense that could end up seeing three players go in Round 1 next spring. NY Jets (via CAR): Christian Watson, WR, North Dakota State39. The Saints desperately missed the production Trey Hendrickson opposite Cameron Jordan and Johnson can be either a key situational asset or push Marcus Davenport back into that role. He reminds us some of his former teammate at USC, Michael Pittman, and London has all the tools to be WR1. 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. Hamilton ran in the 4.5s at the combine and was timed in the 4.7s at his pro day. Hes got a rare combination of size, length and athleticism, and didnt give up a single touchdown in college. 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. The Eagles signed Kyzir White to a one-year deal but there are still needs at the linebacker position. Robert Woods was an underrated signing, but hes coming off a torn ACL, so the Titans should still target a big-play receiver to help keep attention away from A.J. 6'4" Another team with multiple glaring holes on the roster, the Cowboys need to focus on the trenches first, and work their way out from there. Unfortunately, Wyatt doesn't play WR. New York Giants (from MIA) | Houston CB Marcus Jones, 82. Even before the big event, there have been some big . Arizona Cardinals | Penn State EDGE Arnold Ebiketie, 24. This will help new coach Kevin O'Connell take the passing game to higher big-play level. The Bears need a field-stretcher opposite new No. 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 . He did that and then some, then he dominated the Senior Bowl, and followed that up with an electric workout in Indy. The Texans addressed right tackle with Ekownu early here to complement Laremy Tunsil but also could use some upgrades inside. The Packers re-upped De'Vondre Campbell but there's not much depth after that and Nakobe Dean is a special player. Atlanta Falcons | Western Michigan WR Skyy Moore, 44. / 182 lbs. / 261 lbs. Davis is a rare athlete for his massive frame, and could have the same kind of impact Haloti Ngata did in for nearly a decade in Baltimore. Cleveland: Logan Hall, DT, Houston45. Plus, the Detroit Lions nab a quarterback. The Saints gave up a lot to get an additional first-rounder this year and they could go in any number of directions. A second and third round are added soon afterword, and some prospect rankings begin to emerge. Washington Commanders (from IND) | Penn State S Jaquan Brisker, 48. Hall is the versatile pass rusher Bill Belichick likes with size, explosiveness and great moves for either the inside or outside. Eagles general manager Howie Roseman doesnt take linebackers in the first round, but maybe thats why the unit hasnt played that well in recent years. Jones can provide that and can displace Lucas Niang on the right side in not too long with improved run blocking. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Detroit Lions | Montana State LB Troy Andersen, 67. Last year's second-round pick, Eljiah Moore, could do a lot of damage in the slot with the tall, agile London and a healthy Corey Davis on the outside for the Jets. 6'3" He needs to get better in run support but he has the size and speed to be successful in the league. 6'1" Heres an updated look at how the first three rounds of this years draft could play out, including compensatory picks: Theres been some late buzz for Georgias Travon Walker here, but Hutchinson still feels like the favorite to take the top spot. The Chiefs added JuJu Smith-Schuster and Valdes-Scantling after trading Tyreek Hill to the Dolphins but they also lost Byron Pringle and Demarcus Robinson in free agency and the jury's out on Mecole Hardman beyond return duties. They can't settle for retread Malcolm Butler and Jalen Mills as their outside starters in 2022. Enter London, who checks all of those boxes, and would be a bargain as the third receiver off the board. London's ankle injury won't dissuade teams from picking him early in the draft. Goff, who's now made three Pro Bowls and been to a Super Bowl, was 6-foot-4, 215 pounds . Pickett also carries good deep-ball accuracy and plenty of athletic moxie. Olave is probably the best route runner in this class but he alone won't be able to account for all of Adams' offense. New Orleans Saints (from Colts through Eagles), Jermaine Johnson II, EDGE, Florida State (6-4, 254 pounds). Philadelphia: Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan52. O/A Rank. Denver Broncos | Minnesota OT Daniel Faalele, 76. Kayvon Thibodeaux, EDGE, Oregon(6-4, 254 pounds). We've been upfront about Wills: we have a second-round grade on him based on his body of work in college, but that doesn't mean teams looking for a quarterback won't take one a round or so before they should. 81. Atlanta Falcons | Western Michigan WR Skyy Moore, 44. Round 7, No. While some will complain about his lack of arm length, the film simply shows a smart, dominant blocker who would finish off the AFC champs rebuild in the trenches to protect Joe Burrow. Penn State Brisker is a well-rounded ace cover safety whom the Giants could use as Julian Love is a shaky option next to solid Xavier McKinney. Daniel Faalele, OT, Minnesota (6-8, 384 pounds). Whatever Dotson lacks in size, he makes up for in every other area of his game as one of this years most complete pass-catchers. 2 with better hands and routes. And while he played on the best defense in the country, don't get it twisted -- he didn't ride on the coattails of a dominant Georgia defensive line -- Dean was a huge reason for their success. Check out the full first-round forecast, 1-31. The Bills can't sleep should Walker fall a little bit despite the fact he's a complete back and they got a good finish with Devin Singletary last season. Chicago: Rasheed Walker, OT, Penn State72. The Seahawks need a quarterback, but Pickett doesnt feel like a great fit here. / 193 lbs. Chicago: Zion Johnson, OG, Boston College40. NFL mock draft 2022: Round 2. Plus, the Cards let Jordan Hicks and Chandler Jones walk in free agency so there's a gaping need for pass rushers. Jacksonville Jaguars | Chattanooga OL Cole Strange, 66. Thibodeaux is one of this years most dynamic prospects, and should be in the conversation at No. 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. The former Irish star's height, agility and ball skills remind me of the Bengals' Jessie Bates. The Packers get this selection, New York's third-round pick (No. Texas A&M They address the pass rush with this pick, adding one of this years most complete defenders in Karlaftis, who can anchor against the run, and collapse the pocket with power and solid technique. NFL free agency is mostly behind us, and the NFL draft is just weeks away. He may ultimately end up in Round 2 but it wouldn't be a surprise if he's among the first 32 picks. 6'4" Dean's quickness, leadership and playmaking range would be a great value here with Lloyd going earlier. 25. He's listed as a safety but he can line up anywhere. Green Bay Packers (from LV) | Arkansas WR Treylon Burks, 23. Carson Wentz in going to need all the help he can get, especially if Terry McLaurin joins the long line of young receivers willing to play hardball for a hefty payday. Jacksonville Jaguars | Georgia S Lewis Cine, 34. Baltimore: Nicholas Petit-Frere, OT, Ohio State46. 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. The Rams have become thin at corner opposite Jalen Ramsey with Josh Hill and Darious Williams leaving in free agency the past two seasons and Jobe is a nice way to address that. After loading up on star defenders in free agency, the Chargers need to use this pick to help their young franchise quarterback, Justin Herbert. The Jaguars have been locked into taking the best defensive player available for a while and that won't change as they go after the cornerstone for their new-look defense under coordinator Mike Caldwell. The 49ers did spent to get Charvarius Ward but use more playmaking pop in subpackages and Taylor-Britt is one aggressive cover man. New York Jets | Georgia LB Nakobe Dean, 36. Main Team Focus The team just re-upped Patrick Peterson, but it was only on a one-year deal. 6'1" / 320 lbs. Watson has the size, speed and work ethic to be appealing as a potential No. The Cardinals need some secondary depth and versatility for nickel back and safety. Buffalo Bills | Clemson CB Andrew Booth Jr. 26. 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. Buffalo Bills | Iowa State RB Breece Hall, 58. Tolbert has intriguing raw skills including size and speed to think he can develop into the ideal No. And in this projection, we get a second-round quarterback run, with Malik Willis, Desmond Ridder and Matt Corral all coming off the board. Houston Texans | Michigan EDGE David Ojabo, 38. Jacksonville Jaguars | UCLA TE Greg Dulcich, 66. He's worth the investment at this point of the first round. 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.. Indianapolis Colts (from WAS) | Kentucky WR Wan'Dale Robinson, 74. Atlanta Falcons (from Indianapolis Colts), Calvin Austin III, WR, Memphis (5-8, 170 pounds). View the latest third-round 2022 NFL Mock Draft. Cleveland Browns | San Diego State EDGE Cameron Thomas, 79. Outside of Blake Martinez, New York's linebacking corps is suspect. Miami Dolphins (from SF) | Penn State LB Brandon Smith, 103. Olave is perhaps the most polished and pro-ready pass-catcher in this years loaded class, and would give Aaron Rodgers an immediate big-play threat after losing his top target. MORE: The Sporting News NFL mock draft with trades. MORE:The biggest busts in NFL Draft history, 16. He's the prototypical off-ball linebacker in today's NFL (pay no attention to his 4.7-something 40 times -- he plays immeasurably faster), and it's like he was built in a lab. John Metchie III, WR, Alabama (5-11, 187 pounds). 1. / 194 lbs. 1 overall pick. If he was eligible two years ago he would've been a top-5 pick. Say what you want about Davis being only a two-down player, but Ravens fans are well aware of how valuable a dominant nose tackle can be. 87. [CDATA[/* >