It's April and that means the NFL Draft is right around the corner.
The game is in the books, the first two weeks of free agency are over, and the pro tour is almost over. With just over three weeks to go before the Carolina Panthers are officially on the clock, here's another guess at what the first round will look like:
1. Carolina Panthers (via Bears): C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State
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If the Panthers targeted a quarterback, they managed to keep him close to the vest. Stroud remains the betting favorite and as such will remain at the top of my simulation for now.
2. Houston Texans: Bryce Young, Field Seaman, Alabama
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Its size is pretty much the only thing that causes concern. It's a flaw the Texans will likely ignore as they build their franchise around it.
Trade - 3. Las Vegas Raiders (via Cardinals): Anthony Richardson Jr., QB, Florida
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If the Raiders want a quarterback, they really can't afford to sit around and wait until the seventh pick. While Las Vegas has Jimmy Garoppolo to be the bridge quarterback,rumors link the team to Richardson. A deal with the Cardinals could ensure the Raiders get their man.
4. Foals of Indianapolis: Will Levis, quarterback, Kentucky
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According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, there are“a bit of a stir throughout the league”about the Colts' affinity for Levis. With three quarterbacks already off the board, Indianapolis could bring their man here at the No. 4 pick.
5. Seattle Seahawks (via Broncos): Will Anderson Jr, EDGE, Alabama
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It's a dream scenario for the Seahawks, as long as they don't want a quarterback. After four consecutive quarterbacks fly past them, Seattle gets to pick the rest of the field and it's not a difficult choice. Anderson is at the top of the defensive player class.
6. Detroit Lions (via Rams): Christian Gonzalez, CB, Oregon
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The Lions might be tempted by the chance to sack Tyree Wilson or roll the dice for risky Jalen Carter, but after adding Aidan Hutchinson last year, Detroit could add Gonzalez at the back.
7. Arizona Cardinals (vía LV): Tyree Wilson, EDGE, Texas Tech
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After pulling out of the draft, the Cardinals lose Will Anderson, but Wilson is a solid consolation prize. The team hopes the 6'6, 271-pound can fill the void left by Chandler Jones in 2022.
8. Halcones de Atlanta: Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois
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The Falcons began their defensive rebuild by signing safety Jessie Bates III and defensive tackle David Onyemata, but the cornerback position still needs work. Witherspoon may not tick all the boxes in terms of size, but he was as dominant in coverage as you'd expect from a college defenseman.
9. Chicago Bears (via Panthers): Paris Johnson Jr, OT, Ohio State
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Chicago was expected to participate in the offensive tackle market in free agency, but opted to spend money primarily on the defensive side of the ball. Here they pick the forwards and decide that Johnson is the best in the class.
10. Eagles of Philadelphia (via Santos): Nolan Smith, EDGE, Georgia
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After surprisingly retaining Darius Slay and James Bradberry, the Eagles can turn their attention elsewhere. With Robert Quinn out of free agency and Brandon Graham now 35, Philadelphia may have a young running back to build on.
11. Tennessee Titans: Peter Skoronski, OT, Northwest
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The Titans need to find a long-term replacement for Taylor Lewan. Skoronski's size and arm length (32.25 inches) will raise questions about whether he should play guard or right tackle, but the Titans should have a reliable starter regardless.
12. Houston Texans (vía Browns): Quentin Johnston, WR, TCU
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The Texans are in desperate need of wide receiver talent, especially after signing a quarterback at the top of the draft. Johnston, a 6-foot-4 deep threat, would be a young quarterback's best friend.
13. New York Jets: Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia
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The Jets couldn't put together a healthy year with Mekhi Becton and were able to walk away from Duane Brown and George Fant. A new offensive tackle is a must for the Jets if they hope to protect Aaron Rodgers when he finally lands in New York.
14. New England Patriots: Joey Porter Jr, CB, Penn State
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The Patriots found some gems at cornerback last year in Marcus Jones and Jack Jones, but the team could still use some size at the position. Porter is the 6-foot-2 cornerback New England needs.
15. Green Bay Packers: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Ohio State
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The Packers won't leave Jordan Love with much to work with if they don't look for some talented receiver later this month. Even before losing Allen Lazard to free agency, Green Bay's large receiving corps was one of the worst in the NFL.
16. Comandantes de Washington: Deonte Banks, CB, Maryland
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The cornerbacks flew a bit faster than the commanders would have liked, but Banks has all the tools to be the best of the bunch.
17. Pittsburgh Steelers: Dawand Jones, OT, Ohio State
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The Steelers need to protect Kenny Pickett and putting a 6-foot-8 Goliath in front of him is a good place to start.
18. Leones de Detroit: Calijah Kancey, DT, Pittsburgh
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The Lions opted not to improve their top-10 defensive line and drafted a cornerback. Now, in the second half of the first round, they can go back and take a player to buff their front.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Brian Branch, S, Alabama
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The Buccaneers could go either way to start their post-Tom Brady era. In Branch, they would have a versatile defense that Todd Bowles can use in a number of ways.
20. Seattle Seahawks: Jordan Addison, WR, USC
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The Seahawks have two starting receivers in DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, but very little depth behind those two. With Addison, they would have a terrifying trio for the sidekicks to deal with.
21. Los Angeles Chargers: Lukas Van Ness, EDGE, Iowa
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The Chargers have a formidable passing pass duo in Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack, but the latter is likely entering his final season with the team. Van Ness could be the long-term replacement at the limit.
22. Baltimore Ravens: Zay Flowers, WR, Boston University
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The Ravens have the Lamar Jackson drama to sort out, but regardless of how he hits, the team needs to beef up his wide-receiving talents. Flowers could finally give Baltimore a wide receiver.
23. Minnesota Vikings: Jalen Carter, DT, Georgia
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The slide had to end at some point. Carter's prodigious talent won't let him down much, but his awful final few months could cost him a top-10 spot. The Vikings are a team with the culture and the roster to make the risk worth it.
24. Jacksonville Jaguars: Will McDonald IV, EDGE, Iowa State
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McDonald's only comes in at 239 pounds, but that's where the negatives end. He has the arm length that Trent Baalke covets, he's explosive and he's the most productive pass rusher in the class. With Travon Walker and Josh Allen set to start in 2023, McDonald can be a rotational running back while adding some size to take on the NFL forward.
25. New York Giants: O'Cyrus Torrence, G, Florida
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The Giants have two tackles in Andrew Thomas and Evan Neal, but the inside of their offensive line needs an overhaul. Torrence is the most plug-and-play prospect of the draft class.
26. Dallas Cowboys: Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame
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Dallas made significant investments in the tight end position during the Jerry Jones era. With Dalton Schultz exiting free agency, it would make sense if the Cowboys wanted to make another investment in the job in April.
27. Buffalo Bills: Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas
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The Bills traded Damien Harris for Devin Singletary in free agency, but a tandem of Bijan Robinson and James Cook would make a fearsome duo on an already loaded roster.
28. Bengalíes de Cincinnati: Darnell Wright, OT, Tennessee
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The Bengals made Orlando Brown their left tackle for the foreseeable future, but right tackle nowJonah Williams wants out. Wright could connect and maybe even give Cincinnati an upgrade.
29. New Orleans Saints (via 49ers): Myles Murphy, EDGE, Clemson
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Marcus Davenport is gone and the Saints have 33-year-old Cameron Jordan and several unproven players to start alongside him. Murphy could fill that void.
30. Philadelphia Eagles: Cam Smith, CB, South Carolina
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The Eagles don't desperately need a cornerback after keeping Bradberry and Slay, but it never hurts to keep adding defensive quarterbacks.
31. Kansas City Chiefs: Bryan Bresee, DL, Clemson
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The Chiefs have one of the most dominant forces in the NFL in Chris Jones, but they're still trying to build out the rest of their defensive line. They drafted George Karlaftis a year ago and signed Charles Omenihu as a free agent. Bresee could be another addition to an overwhelming list.
FAQs
Who has the most 1st round picks NFL 2023? ›
Which Team Has the Most Picks in the 2023 NFL Draft? The Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders have 12 picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, leading the NFL. Houston has each of its own picks in Rounds 1 through 4, plus the Cleveland Browns' first- and third-round picks from the Deshaun Watson trade last year.
Who will get the first round pick in 2023 NFL Draft? ›Draft Picks 2023: All the Results From the First Round. The Carolina Panthers selected Bryce Young, the Alabama quarterback, at No. 1 overall.
Why are there only 31 picks in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft? ›There are 31 picks in the first round of the 2023 NFL draft because the Miami Dolphins were stripped of their top selection for violations of league policies relating to the integrity of the game.
How many first round picks in 2023? ›Check out every first-round draft pick below: (Note: There are only 31 picks in the first round since the Miami Dolphins forfeited their 21st overall selection due to a tampering violation.)
Who has the easiest NFL schedule 2023? ›The easiest schedules: Falcons (.417), Saints (.427), Texans (.431), Colts (.434), Titans (.448).
What team has multiple first round picks in 2023? ›The Texans are one of four NFL teams with two first-round picks this season, and one of two (along with the Detroit Lions) to have multiple opening-round selections for the second year in a row.
Who has the best NFL draft 2023? ›Which team has the most picks in the 2023 NFL Draft? The Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders are tied for the most 2023 draft picks with 12 apiece. They are actually three of 10 teams with double-digit picks.
How many QBs will be drafted in 2023 first round? ›The 2023 draft, as expected, featured a flurry of picks at the game's most critical position right out of the gate. One year after just one quarterback was chosen in the first round in 2022 -- Kenny Pickett to the Pittsburgh Steelers at No. 20 overall -- three quarterbacks were selected in the first four selections.
Why is there no 32nd pick? ›The first round kicked off on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET in Kansas City. One quirk of this year's draft is that there are only 31 picks in the first round instead of 32 because the Miami Dolphins had to forfeit their 2023 first- and 2024 third-round picks.
Why do dolphins not have first round picks? ›
Why don't the Miami Dolphins have a first-round pick in 2023? The Miami Dolphins will not have a pick in the first round as punishment for an NFL investigation that found the franchise tampered while trying to lure Tom Brady and Sean Payton to Miami, the league announced in August.
Who was the #1 QB draft pick in 2023? ›Ohio State's C.J. Stroud, Alabama's Bryce Young, Florida's Anthony Richardson and Kentucky's Will Levis have all been projected as first-rounders, with Stroud and Young reportedly in contention to go No. 1 overall.
Has a team ever had 3 first round picks? ›San Francisco 49ers, 1961
The 49ers acquired 1961's No. 6 pick for safety Dicky Moegle in March 1960 and chose Hall of Fame cornerback Jimmy Johnson with it. The 49ers did well in this three-man first round, adding starting wideout Bernie Casey with their own pick (No.
The NFL announced Tuesday that the Miami Dolphins will forfeit their 2023 first-round draft pick and 2024 third-round pick, while team owner Stephen Ross has been suspended through Oct.
How many first round picks are successful? ›The first round has an 83% success rate. The second round is almost as good with 70%. Even the third and fourth aren't too shabby in comparison to success rates of other positions in the same rounds.
Who has the toughest 2023 NFL schedule? ›The Eagles have the NFL's toughest schedule, so there won't be any cupcake games, but one or two pockets where the competition could dip slightly. After winning the NFC East, Philadelphia will be playing the first-place teams in the other three NFC divisions as well as the Chiefs and Bills.
Who is the NFL Favourite 2023? ›...
NFL Odds for Super Bowl LVIII.
| NFL Team | Current Odds | Opening Odds |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | +900 | +900 |
| New York Jets | +1400 | +2500 |
| Dallas Cowboys | +1600 | +1400 |
| Baltimore Ravens | +1800 | +1800 |
| Rank | Team | Pct. |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dallas Cowboys | .574 |
| 2 | Green Bay Packers | .571 |
| 3 | Baltimore Ravens | .561 |
| 4 | New England Patriots | .561 |
Which team has the fewest picks in the 2023 NFL Draft? The Miami Dolphins enter with the fewest draft picks for a second straight year with four after having the same number in 2022. Miami was stripped of its first-round pick for tampering with Tom Brady and Sean Payton.
Who has the most picks in the 1st round ever? ›NFL Draft picks: 485
Ohio State also came out of the 2023 NFL Draft with the distinction of having produced the most first-round picks ever (90).
Who has the most interceptions 2023? ›
Between the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Dak Prescott and Davis Mills were tied for the most intercepted passes by a quarterback, with 15 interceptions.
Who are the best guard prospects in the 2023 NFL draft? ›- Peter Skoronski*, G/OT, Northwestern. Height: 6-4. ...
- O'Cyrus Torrence*, G, Florida. Height: 6-5. ...
- Cody Mauch, G, North Dakota State. Height: 6-5. ...
- Steve Avila, G/C, TCU. Height: 6-4. ...
- Joe Tippman, G/C, Wisconsin. Height: 6-6. ...
- Jarrett Patterson, G/C, Notre Dame. ...
- Nick Broeker, G/OT, Ole Miss. ...
- Emil Ekiyor Jr., G/C, Alabama.
| Rank | Team | Current Picks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arizona Cardinals ARI | 1, 2, 33, 65, 66, 73, 96, 128, 158, 192 |
| 2 | Chicago Bears CHI | 10, 12, 44, 76, 107, 126, 139, 171 |
| 3 | Green Bay Packers GB | 8, 40, 56, 72, 103, 135, 167, 199 |
| 4 | Atlanta Falcons ATL | 7, 39, 71, 102, 118, 134, 166, 176 |
1. New York Jets. With a handful of nice draft hauls to choose from, the Jets stand alone at the top. They might have the Defensive Rookie of the Year in Sauce Gardner and the Offensive Rookie of the Year in Garrett Wilson.
Which team has drafted the most QBs in round one in its history? ›T-1.
Though the Colts have made more first-round quarterback selections than all but two other teams, they've had a relatively strong track record in making the right choice.
Miami had its own 2023 first-rounder, but on Aug. 2, 2022, the NFL announced the team would have to forfeit that selection, along with its 2024 fourth-round pick, after an investigation into the team revealed it had violated league policies “pertaining to the integrity of the game.”
Can Stetson Bennett go to the NFL? ›The Rams are adding another Bulldog to back up their Georgia quarterback. Los Angeles selected quarterback Stetson Bennett in the fourth round with the 128th overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on Saturday.
How much does the 32nd pick in the NFL draft make? ›The numbers decrease each pick until the 32nd pick where the player will receive a $6.17 million contract with a $1.49 million signing bonus.
What pick was Wayne Gretzky? ›By entering the NHL through the WHA merger, Gretzky never entered the NHL draft. It is hard to imagine that the best player who ever played in the NHL was never drafted, but it wasn't because the teams didn't recognize his talent (if that thought ever crossed someone's mind).
Why can't you touch wild Dolphins? ›Both humans and dolphins are mammals. Although sea water acts as an effective disinfectant, interaction with wild dolphins may result in disease transfer. These may present serious health threats to dolphins and humans alike.
What NFL teams have no first round picks 2023? ›
There are five NFL teams without a first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft: the Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Rams, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, and San Francisco 49ers.
How many 2023 first round picks do the Dolphins have? ›How Many Draft Picks Did the Dolphins Have Entering the 2023 NFL Draft? The Dolphins only possess four picks. They have none on Day 1, two on Day 2, and two on Day 3.
Who will be the first WR drafted in 2023? ›1. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State.
Who is Gia Duddy? ›Gia Duddy is a senior at Pennsylvania State University. The 21-year-old is studying behavioral health and intends to go to nursing school after graduating in May 2023.
What teams need a qb in 2023 draft? ›- Carolina Panthers. Obvious. ...
- Houston Texans. The Texans have been in a hellish wasteland ever since Deshaun Watson made public his desire to get out of Houston prior to a wave of legal backlash. ...
- Indianapolis Colts. ...
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers. ...
- Atlanta Falcons. ...
- Green Bay Packers. ...
- Las Vegas Raiders.
- Los Angeles Rams.
Fryar went No. 1, becoming the first wide receiver ever to be taken in that spot. Fryar was a member of the Patriots when the team advanced to Super Bowl XX, and was a five-time Pro Bowl pick (four of those five came with teams other than the Patriots).
Who was the only QB traded for 3 first-round picks? ›49ers send historic haul to Patriots for Jim Plunkett
Before winning two Super Bowls with the Raiders, Plunkett prompted the other Bay Area team to pay up big. Seeking a post-John Brodie answer, the 49ers traded three first-rounders and a second to the Patriots for Plunkett in 1976.
Four NFL teams have secured an additional first-round draft pick in the 2023 NFL Draft — the Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks, Detroit Lions and Houston Texans — and all four of them find that extra pick situated within the first 12 selections.
Who forfeited a pick in the NFL draft 2023? ›This year's draft will only have 31 picks and 31 slots. That's because the Miami Dolphins forfeited their 2023 first-round pick (No. 21 overall), as well as a third-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Why did the Dolphins lose their first round pick in 2023? ›The Dolphins were short on picks because of trades that landed Tyreek Hill, Bradley Chubb, Jalen Ramsey and Jeff Wilson Jr., and also because they had to forfeit their own first-round selection after being found guilty by the NFL of tampering violations for improper contact with Tom Brady and Sean Payton.
Did an NFL team lose a first round pick in 2023? ›
The NFL took away the Dolphins' 2023 first-rounder and 2024 third-rounder for tampering, but it was certainly worth it given all that Tom Brady and Sean Payton have done for the franchise in recent years…
How valuable is a first round pick? ›1 pick in the NFL Draft? The projected contract for the No. 1 pick in 2023 is roughly $41,217,000 in total value, with an estimated signing bonus of $26,976,000 and a 2023 cap of $7,494,000, according to Spotrac.
Who has the longest streak of first round draft picks? ›The Carolina Panthers' selection of Bryce Young at No. 1 overall extended Alabama's streak with at least one first-round pick to 15 years. That's the longest run any school has had of first-round picks and breaks a tie with Miami at 14 years in a row.
What percentage of first round picks make the major leagues? ›1st Round. The first round of MLB's first-year player draft represents the cream of the crop, the top talent within the United States. Still, by no means does that guarantee that those players will reach The Show, as only 66 percent of first-round picks play in the major leagues.
Which team has the most NFL draft picks in 2023? ›Alabama and Georgia tied with 10 picks each in the 2023 NFL Draft, leading all other schools.
How many first round picks in 2023 NFL Draft? ›2023 NFL Draft: Grades for all 31 first-round picks.
Who has the most first round picks in the NFL? ›Through the 2023 NFL Draft, 88 players have been selected first overall, with the most recent being Bryce Young. The Indianapolis Colts and Los Angeles Rams have each made the most first overall selections in history with seven.
Who has the most interceptions in the NFL 2023? ›Between the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Dak Prescott and Davis Mills were tied for the most intercepted passes by a quarterback, with 15 interceptions.
What college has the most NFL players drafted? ›Ohio State
Ohio State also came out of the 2023 NFL Draft with the distinction of having produced the most first-round picks ever (90).
Draft picks by conference in the 2023 draft
The SEC led all conferences with a 62 draft selections, three selections short of the 2022 record of 65.
Why is there no 32 pick in the NFL draft? ›
The first round kicked off on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET in Kansas City. One quirk of this year's draft is that there are only 31 picks in the first round instead of 32 because the Miami Dolphins had to forfeit their 2023 first- and 2024 third-round picks.
How many qbs will be drafted in the first round 2023? ›This year, 14 quarterbacks were selected in the 2023 NFL Draft with nine taken on Day 3. That is well above last year's total of nine quarterbacks selected.
What NFL team has never had a #1 pick? ›Which NFL Teams Have Never Had the First Pick? Only three teams have never held the first pick in the draft: the Denver Broncos, Baltimore Ravens, and Seattle Seahawks.
What QB holds the record for most interceptions? ›Brett Favre has the most career intercepted passes by a quarterback, with 336 interceptions.
What QB had 3 interceptions? ›Brett Favre had the most games by a quarterback with 3+ intercepted passes, with 39 games.
What rookie QB threw the most interceptions? ›Peyton Manning has thrown the most interceptions by a rookie quarterback, with 28 interceptions in 1998.