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Scouting the top offball linebacker prospects on the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft board. Click here to check out the full 2023 NFL Draft Big Board rankings. Late 1st Round-2nd Round Grade Trenton Simpson LB Clemson: At 6-3 230lbs, Simpson is a highly athletic and explosive linebacker with excellent speed, agility, and quickness. He has a quick first step and can change direction quickly to pursue ball carriers all over the field. Simpson is a solid tackler who uses his athleticism and strength to bring down ball carriers. He has good technique and can deliver big hits when he needs to. Simpson is a versatile linebacker who can play both inside and outside positions. He has good coverage skills and can drop back in coverage or rush the passer, depending on the situation. 2nd-3rd Round Grade Drew Sanders LB Arkansas: At 6-5 232lbs, Sanders possesses an impressive combination of size, speed, and athleticism. He is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside linebacker. He has remarkable instincts and a high football IQ. Sanders is a disruptive defender, using his speed and quickness to consistently make plays in the backfield. He is a strong tackler and also shows the ability to cover receivers in pass defense. While he may need to continue to refine his technique and develop more pass-rush moves, Sanders has the potential to be a highly productive linebacker at the NFL level. Noah Sewell LB Oregon: At 6-3 249lbs, Sewell is a highly physical and aggressive linebacker with excellent strength and power. He uses his size and strength to deliver bone-crunching hits and dominate opposing ball carriers. Sewell is an excellent tackler who uses his strength and power to bring down ball carriers. He has good technique and a high football IQ. Sewell is a highly athletic linebacker with good speed, agility, and quickness. He has a quick first step and can quickly cover a lot of ground. While Sewell is an excellent run defender, he could improve his pass coverage skills. He needs to work on his coverage technique and reactional awareness in coverage. 3rd-4th Round Grade Daiyan Henley LB Washington State: At 6-2 232lbs, Henley is a versatile linebacker who started his college career as a wide receiver and then as a safety before transitioning to a full-time linebacker. He has the athleticism and instincts to make plays all over the field and can be a chess piece in a creative defensive scheme. Henley is a highly physical LB with good size and strength. Henley has good ball skills and can make plays on the ball in coverage. He needs to improve his reactionary instincts at the next level. Jack Campbell LB Iowa: At 6-5 243lbs, Campbell is a highly effective run defender who can diagnose plays quickly and get to the ball carrier. He has good instincts and awareness on the field and can fill gaps effectively. Campbell is a reliable tackler who uses good technique to bring down ball carriers. He plays with good strength and power, and he is a thumper. Campbell is a highly athletic linebacker with good speed and agility. He has a quick first step and can quickly cover a lot of ground. While Campbell is an effective run defender, he could improve his pass coverage skills. He needs to improve his technique and awareness to become more effective in coverage.

The 2023 NFL Draft will provide NFL teams with a lot of depth at the running back position. Can the 2023 RB class rival the great 2017 NFL Draft RB class? Click here to check out the full 2023 NFL Draft Big Board rankings. We have added many new features to our NFL Draft big board, including full player analysis, player comparisons, scheme fit, and player strengths and weaknesses. Early to Mid 1st Round Draft Grades 1. Texas RB Bijan Robinson: Bijan Robinson is an elusive player who can also play with power. His 6-0 220lb frame is built for the rigors of the NFL. His style translates best in a zone-based offense. Robinson displays great patience and vision, allowing his blocks to set up before showing off his explosive burst. One in the 2nd and 3rd level of a defense, Robinson shows elite contact balance and the ability to make defenders miss in small areas. Robinson can deploy a mean stiff arm to ward off defenders and be counted on in short-yardage and goal-to-go situations. Robinson is as versatile as it gets. He possesses true three-down versatility that translates to the next level. He can run routes in and out of the backfield Late 1st-2nd Round Draft Grades 2. Alabama RB Jahmyr Gibbs: At 5-11 200lbs, Jahmyr Gibbs is an elusive three-down back who can play in both a zone or gap scheme. As a runner, Gibbs shows an elite burst. He can easily exploit an opening and enter a defense's second and third levels, where defenders have difficulty reeling him in. Gibbs possesses elite balance and good speed, which is why you rarely see him taken down on first contact. Gibbs is an excellent receiver in and out of the backfield. He will need to improve his pass protection at the next level. 2nd-3rd Round Draft Grades 3. UCLA RB Zach Charbonnet: Charbonnet is a 6-1 220lb RB with three-down versatility and a frame made for the NFL. He can excel in a zone or gap-based scheme. In the run game, Charbonnet possesses the power that NFL teams like to see. He can get dirty between the tackles, where he can bounce off of contact and become a nightmare for second and third-level defenders. He plays with good patience and vision and often sees a hole close in advance before bouncing to daylight. For a bigger back, Charbonnet has excellent footwork and lateral movement. Charbonnet can be an upright runner, but that will not deter NFL scouts and GM's looking for a player with size and every down ability. 3rd-4th Round Draft Grades 4. Georgia RB Kenny McIntosh: McIntosh provides three-down versatility with perfect RB size. At 6-1 210lbs, Mcintosh delivers speed and power as a runner. He combines excellent contact balance with the ability to make a defender miss in space. As a receiver, McIntosh has lined up all over the formation while at Georgia to run routes and is a matchup nightmare for opposing LB's. He is a versatile scheme RB entering the NFL. 4th-6th Round Draft Grades 5. Illinois RB Chase Brown: Chase Brown is a 5-11 205 lb RB with good instincts and track speed suitable for a zone-based rushing offense in the NFL. He plays with good vision and patience as a runner, where he will press the line of scrimmage, forcing LB's out of position before bursting off the edge for a long run. He possesses the three-down versatility needed in the NFL. In 2022, he improved his pass-catching ability and provided quite a few highlight moments on catches out of the backfield. There will be questions about his size once he enters the NFL. 6. Syracuse RB Sean Tucker: Sean Tucker is a compact 5-10 210 RB. His fast accelerator drives his big play ability. A track star at Syracuse, Tucker shows his speed and ability to make defenders miss once he enters the 2nd and 3rd levels of a defense. He plays with good balance and can run through contact. There are questions about his three-down versatility. He has to improve his pass protection and as a pass catcher. He did improve as a pass catcher in 2022 and will need to keep improving once he enters the NFL.

The 2023 wide receiver draft class might not provide the same appeal as recent years, but there is some legit talent and upside. With that said, the class has some top-tier instant impact players at the top, starting with TCU WR Quentin Johnston and USC WR Jordan Addison. Ohio State's Jaxon Smith Njigba was a hot name at the end of the 2021 season following one of the most outstanding single-game WR performances vs. Utah in the Rose Bowl. Njigba would miss the 2022 season with a hamstring injury that occurred in the season opener vs. Notre Dame. Njigba is widely considered in the same stratosphere as Addison and Johnston at the top. He has instant impact player upside. Once you get beyond Njigba, there is still some solid projection-based potential starting with Boston College WR Zay Flowers and Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt. Both have late first-round projections and can increase their stock during the NFL Combine. Click here to check out the full 2023 NFL Draft Big Board rankings. We have added many new features to our NFL Draft big board, including full player analysis, player comparisons, scheme fit, and player strengths and weaknesses. Early To mid 1st Round Draft Grades 1. TCU WR Quentin Johnston: At 6-4 212lbs, Johnston is a unique prospect compared to the other top WR's we have evaluated. Johnston is a lengthy player who has natural outside X WR ability. Johnston combines his length with speed and quick twitch ability that he uses to stack defenders over the top for explosive gains. After the catch, he is freakishly elusive for a player of his size. He can take a play to the house from anywhere on the field. 2. USC WR Jordan Addison: Jordan Addison is a 6-0 175lb elite separator who can vary his route speed, lulling a DB to sleep before exploding into the top of his route. He possesses elite agility putting defenders on skates in space with bad angles after the catch. Addison is an elite-level hands catcher; he snags the ball out of the air and handles the fastball on short and intermediate throws with ease, which goes hand in hand with his ability to track the football on deep routes. Addison will likely be limited to the slot at the NFL level due to his lean frame and short stature. He has the three-level route running ability to be an elite-level go-to WR at the next level. Mid TO Late 1st Round Grades 3. Ohio State WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba: Njigba is not the flashiest receiver; he is a good route runner with excellent hands. He is also fearless and willing to pick up the tough yards over the middle—Smith-Njigba projects as a slot receiver at the next level. At 6-0, 198 lbs, he is a gritty player who can make defenders miss in space like a running back after the catch. He can stop on a dime and displays good lateral movement and loose hips. He attacks the catch point and can muscle the ball away from defenders in traffic. 4. Boston College WR Zay Flowers: Flowers is a versatile player with experience playing inside (slot), outside (X), or off the ball at the Z. At 5-10 175lbs, he projects as a slot at the next level. On tape, Flowers wins his battles with an elite ability to change direction. He is dangerous in space, where he forces defenders into bad angles. He can stop on a dime and get from 0 to 60 in a hurry leaving defenders grasping for air or stuck in quicksand trying to reel him in (Ankles beware). Flowers has quick feet and a quick release off the line. His route running ability is high level, and when you add in his elite agility, he has no issue getting separation. He can sell his routes at a high level, using his entire body to sell the defender one way before snapping his route in the other direction. His size will be a factor at the next level. 5. Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt: Jalin Hyatt is a 6-0 185lb field-stretching WR that NFL teams will look at as a guy who can make an immediate impact. His ability to get on top of defenders by deploying elite acceleration stands out when evaluating Hyatt. Hyatt is a solid route runner who does a great job locating the openings in a defense. He has good hands and displayed an elite ability to track the football. Hyatt is a dynamic player after the catch. Hyatt runs 88% of his routes from the slot at Tennessee, so his versatility could be limited. Early 2nd Round Draft Grades 6. North Carolina WR Josh Downs: Josh Downs is a 5-10 171lb explosive athlete who can easily accelerate in and out of his breaks. He is elite at gaining separation due to his suddenness and body control. On film, Downs shows an elite ability to change direction and stop on a dime before throttling into high gear at the drop of a hat. Downs is excellent after the catch, where he essentially becomes a running back in space, making defenders miss. At the catch point, he is not as physical as you would like him to be, but he is competitive. He plays with excellent spatial awareness and is excellent at locating the open areas of the defense. He could be an elite three-level receiver in the NFL. 7. Penn State WR Parker Washington: At 5-10 212lbs, Parker Washington provides elite versatility. He projects as a slot receiver at the next level, and if paired with a creative offensive mind, he will be fun to watch on jet sweeps and out of the backfield. His after-the-catch ability is where Washington will make his money in the league. Getting the ball to him in space where he can make defenders miss in one-on-one situations is why you draft a player like Washington. To become an elite WR1 in the NFL, he will need to continue diversifying his route running. Mid To Late 2nd, Early 3rd Round Draft Grades 8. Southern Methodist WR Rashee Rice: At 6-2 203lbs, Rashee Rice is an explosive three-level threat at WR. Rice is one of the better high-upside route runners in the 2023 NFL Draft. He has the speed to get on top of defenders and the suddenness to stop and go quickly to gain separation. He is elite at the catch point, using his strong, dense frame to box out defenders and make difficult catches. Rice has a great football IQ. He understands how not to tip his hand, waiting until the last second to time his jump in tight coverage before snagging the football from the sky. Rice displays excellent deep ball tracking ability. He is great at getting off the line of scrimmage vs. press man using his quick feet and strong hands to gain immediate separation at the front end of his route. Rice is excellent after the catch and uses his suddenness and stop-and-go ability to force missed tackles. He can break tackles and turn short gains into home runs. 9. Wake Forest WR A.T. Perry: The NFL needs bigger-bodied X receivers. A.T. Perry is that dude. At 6-5 212lbs, Perry provides an elite catch radius and the ability to box out defenders with good body control to win one-on-one. He will often change speeds mid-route by lurching a defender before throttling down to gain a step on a defender. He provides a solid route tree excelling on in-breaking routes and the deep post. On tape, he shows his explosiveness stacking defenders, so the ability to consistently gain separation is there. After the catch, he has the athleticism to be a problem. His long arms allow him to keep a cushion after the catch using a stiff arm. He has had some issues with concentration drops and needs to work on his overall play strength. 10: Tennessee WR Cedric Tillman: Cedric Tillman is a 6-3 215lb big-bodied WR that can box out defenders. He does a great job of combining his strength, speed, and ball-tracking ability to win routes. Tillman is a hands catcher who uses his length to outstretch defenders in tight spaces making difficult catches. He is a solid route runner who will need to continue diversifying his route tree at the NFL level. After the catch, he is a strong, agile runner in space. Improving Hand usage and footwork to get off of jams at the line of scrimmage will be critical.

Scouting the top TE's on the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft board. Click here to check out the full 2023 NFL Draft Big Board rankings. Mid TO Late 1st Round Draft Grade 1. Notre Dame TE Michael Mayer: Michael Mayer is an elite-level TE prospect possessing the prototypical TE size to play an inline role at the NFL level. When mainstream football analysts allude to his pro-ready NFL ability, they are referencing his ability to play a traditional inline role combined with the versatility to be flexed wide or in the move TE (H-Back) style role. As mentioned above, Mayer is an elite-level pass-catching TE who can provide versatility as a blocker in the run game. We project he will be able to make an immediate impact at the NFL level as a rookie. Late 1st Round to 2nd Round Draft Grade 2. Georgia TE Darnell Washington: At 6'7" and 260 pounds, Washington is a rare talent at the tight end position with the potential to be a dominant force at the NFL level. He has rare size and athleticism and is a natural pass-catcher with great hands and body control. He is also a willing blocker with the potential to develop into a dominant blocker at the next level. He should be a first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and has the potential to develop into one of the best tight ends in the league. Rounds 2-4 Draft Grade 3. Oregon State TE Luke Musgrave: Musgrave has good size for a tight end at 6'6" and 240 pounds. Musgrave is a solid all-around tight end who should be a reliable contributor at the NFL level. He has solid speed combined with good hands and route-running ability. He is a willing blocker who can improve with more experience and coaching. He should be a mid-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and has the potential to develop into a solid starting tight end in the right system. Rounds 3-5 Draft Grade 4. Utah TE Dalton Kincaid: Kincaid has good size for a tight end at 6'4" and 245 pounds. Kincaid is a solid all-around tight end who should be a reliable contributor at the NFL level. He is not an elite athlete but has good size, hands, and blocking ability. He is a reliable target in the passing game and a willing blocker who can improve with more experience and coaching. He should be a mid-to-late-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and has the potential to develop into a solid starting tight end in the right system. 5. Iowa TE Sam LaPorta: At 6'4" and 249 pounds, Sam Laporta is a well-rounded tight end who can contribute in all game phases. He has the size, athleticism, and receiving skills to be a reliable target in the passing game, and he is also an effective blocker who can help open up running lanes. Laporta has a high football IQ and is a hard worker dedicated to improving his game. He should be a Day 2 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and has the potential to be a long-term starter at the next level.

Scouting the top Interior Offensive Line Prospects on the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft board. Click here to check out the full 2023 NFL Draft Big Board rankings. Late 1st Round Draft Grade 1. O'Cyrus Torrence IOL Florida: At 6-5 347lbs , Torrence has a large frame with long arms and good upper body strength, which allows him to control defenders at the line of scrimmage. He s a solid athlete for his size, showing good quickness and agility in his movements. He has decent lateral mobility and can reach the second level to make blocks in the run game. However, he can sometimes struggle with change of direction and may have some limitations in pass protection against quick, agile defenders. He has experience playing multiple positions, which adds to his versatility and value. With coaching and development, Torrence has the potential to become an elite interior offensive lineman at the NFL level. Mid to Late 2nd Round Grade 2. Andrew Vorhees IOL/OG USC: At 6-6 325lbs , Vorhees has a sturdy build with long arms and good upper body strength, which allows him to control defenders at the line of scrimmage. Vorhees is a technically sound lineman who can play multiple positions along the offensive line. He has good footwork and hand usage and plays with good balance. He shows good initial punch and hand placement and can sustain blocks for long periods. He may need to improve his strength and power to anchor better against bull rushers at the next level. 3. John Michael Schmitz IOL/C Minnesota: At 6-4 320lbs , Schmitz has a thick, muscular build and good upper-body strength, which allows him to control defenders at the line of scrimmage. He shows good initial punch and hand placement and can sustain blocks for long periods. Schmitz is a decent athlete for his size, showing good agility and quickness in his movements. He has decent lateral mobility and can reach the second level to make blocks in the run game. However, he may have some limitations in pass protection against quicker defenders. He has good awareness and football IQ, allowing him to recognize defensive schemes and adjust accordingly. He is a versatile lineman with experience playing both the guard and center positions. Late 2nd Round to Mid 3rd Round Grade 4. Olusegun Oluwatimi IOL/C Michigan: Oluwatimi has solid size for an interior offensive lineman, standing at 6'3" and weighing around 315 pounds. He has a thick build with a strong lower body, which helps him anchor against bull rushers and generate power in the run game. Oluwatimi is a good athlete for his size, showing good foot quickness and agility. He has good lateral mobility and can reach the second level to make blocks in the run game. He is a technically sound offensive lineman. He has good hand usage and plays with a wide base and good balance. He has a strong initial punch and hand placement and can sustain blocks for long periods. He shows good awareness and football IQ. He provides positional versatility on the interior. Late 3rd Round to Early 4th Round Grade 5. Jarrett Patterson IOL Notre Dame: Patterson has solid size for an interior offensive lineman, standing at 6'5" and weighing around 305 pounds. He has a well-proportioned frame with good length and a strong lower body, which helps him anchor against bull rushers and generate power in the run game. Patterson is a very good athlete for his size. He shows impressive quickness and agility, with the ability to change direction and mirror defenders in pass protection. He also has good lateral mobility and can reach the second level to make blocks in the run game. He has the potential to be a dominant zone blocker due to his combination of athleticism and quickness. Patterson is a technically sound offensive lineman who plays with good leverage and pad level. He has quick and active hands, with a strong initial punch and can reset his hands to maintain control of his blocks. He provides positional versatility, having played both the guard and center positions.

Scouting the top OT prospects on the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft board. Click here to check out the full 2023 NFL Draft Big Board rankings. Early to Mid 1st Round Draft Grade 1. Peter Skoronski OT Northwestern: Skoronski is a technically sound offensive lineman who excels in pass protection. He has quick and active hands, and he uses them well to punch and redirect defenders. He has good pad level and knee bend, which allows him to play with leverage and maintain his balance. He also has good awareness and recognition skills and can quickly pick up stunts and blitzes. Skoronski is a solid blocker in the run game who can use his strength and leverage to create movement at the point of attack. He is a projected early to mid 1st round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. 2. Paris Johnson Jr. Ohio State: Johnson is a technically sound offensive lineman who excels in both pass protection and run blocking. He has quick and active hands, and he uses them well to punch and redirect defenders. He has good pad level and knee bend, which allows him to play with leverage and maintain his balance. He also has good awareness and recognition skills, and he is able to pick up stunts and blitzes quickly. In the run game, Johnson is a dominant blocker who can overwhelm defenders with his strength and power. He has good hand placement and drive, and he is able to sustain his blocks and finish plays. In pass protection, he is able to anchor against bull rushes and has the footwork and quickness to handle speed rushers. 3. Broderick Jones OT Georgia: In pass protection, Jones has the potential to be a solid protector, but he needs to improve his footwork and positioning to handle the speed and quickness of NFL-level pass rushers. He has good hand placement and a strong punch that can jolt defenders at the line of scrimmage. He has good knee bend and balance, which helps him maintain leverage in both run and pass blocking. He is still refining his footwork and positioning but has the natural tools to become an elite blocker at the next level. Jones can overpower defenders with his size and strength in the run game. He can generate movement at the line of scrimmage and create running lanes for his backs. Mid to Late 1st Round Grade 4. Dawand Jones OT Ohio State: Jones has a massive frame, standing at 6'8" and weighing around 360 pounds. He has long arms and a huge wingspan, which makes him a difficult player for edge rushers to get around. Despite his size, Jones moves well for his weight and has decent footwork. Jones is surprisingly agile and quick for his size. He can move well laterally and has good quickness in his feet, allowing him to mirror defenders in pass protection. He is also surprisingly nimble in space, which helps him get to the second level on running plays. 5. Anton Harrison OT Oklahoma: Harrison has an impressive physical profile, with long arms and a large wingspan. He has good overall athleticism for his size, which allows him to move well in space and handle speed rushers on the edge. Harrison is a good athlete for his size, possessing quick feet and good balance. He has the agility and flexibility to mirror defenders and change direction quickly, and he can get to the second level and make blocks in space. 6. Blake Freeland OT BYU: Freeland has a great physical profile. He has long arms and a large wingspan, which helps him to keep defenders at bay. He moves well in space and has the quickness to get to the second level and make blocks in the run game. He also has the footwork and agility to handle most pass rushers on the edge. He has good hand placement and a strong punch at the line of scrimmage, which helps him to control defenders. He is a tenacious blocker in the run game, and he shows good awareness and positioning in pass protection. He has room for improvement in his footwork and hand usage, but he has shown steady improvement in those areas.

Scouting the top edge rusher prospects on the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft board. Click here to check out the full 2023 NFL Draft Big Board rankings. Top 5 NFL Draft Grade Will Anderson Jr. Edge Alabama: Standing at 6-4, 235lbs, Anderson possesses an impressive combination of size, strength, and athleticism. He is a dominant pass rusher, utilizing his speed, quickness, and impressive technique to consistently disrupt plays in the backfield. Anderson is also an excellent run defender, showing the ability to quickly diagnose plays and make tackles behind the line of scrimmage. He has excellent instincts and football IQ, always seeming to be in the right place at the right time to make plays. Top 10 NFL Draft Grade Myles Murphy Edge Clemson: At 6-5 275lbs, Murphy possesses one of the highest grades in the 2023 draft class. He has the athletic and physical tools you want in today's NFL edge rusher. At 6-5, 275lbs, Murphy possesses the elite length needed to go one-on-one with today's top NFL tackles. On tape, Murphy exhibits an elite first step combined with elite-level lateral quickness for his position. His assets do not end with quickness; he can win with speed or power at the point of attack. Using his dense frame and elite strength, Murphy can anchor and hold the edge in the run game or bull through a blocker on his way to the QB. Mid To Late 1st Round Grade Tyree Wilson Edge Texas Tech: At 6-6 275lbs, Wilson possesses excellent size and length for the position. He is a powerful and explosive pass rusher, utilizing his strength and quickness to get around offensive linemen and pressure the quarterback. Wilson is also a solid run defender, using his size and strength to set the edge and make tackles. While he may need to continue to refine his technique and develop more pass rush moves, Wilson has the potential to be a productive defensive lineman at the NFL level. Nolan Smith Edge Georgia: At 6-3 235lbs, Smith possesses an impressive combination of size, speed, and athleticism. He is an explosive pass rusher, utilizing his speed and quickness off the edge to consistently pressure the quarterback. Smith is also a strong run defender who understands how to use leverage to set the edge. He has excellent instincts and football IQ. While he may need to continue to refine his technique and develop more pass rush moves, Smith has the potential to be a highly productive defensive player at the NFL level. Keion White Edge Georgia Tech: At 6-4 280lbs, White possesses good size and athleticism. White is a versatile player who can play both defensive end and linebacker, showing impressive speed and agility for his size. He is a disruptive pass rusher, using his burst and quickness to get around blockers and pressure the quarterback. White is also a strong run defender that understands how to use leverage to set a hard edge . While he may need to continue to refine his technique and develop more pass rush moves, White has the potential to be a productive defender at the NFL level. Late 1st Round-Early 2nd Round Grade Lukas Van Ness Edge Iowa: Lukas Van Ness possesses good size and strength, standing at 6-4 and weighing around 275 pounds. Van Ness is a disruptive force on the defensive line and has shown the ability to get into the backfield and make plays behind the line of scrimmage. He has good quickness off the snap and solid technique, allowing him to shed blocks and make tackles. While he may need to continue to refine his skills and develop more pass-rush moves, Van Ness has the potential to be a solid NFL player. Will McDonald IV Edge Iowa State: At 6-4 230lbs, McDonald is athletic with a good first step and speed off the edge. He is a relentless pass rusher, showing impressive burst and agility to get around blockers and pressure the quarterback. McDonald also has solid coverage skills for a defensive end, showing the ability to drop back into coverage and make plays on the ball. While he may need to continue to improve his strength and refine his technique, McDonald has the potential to be a productive pass rusher at the NFL level.

The Bears Trade Justin Fields To The Atlanta Falcons Mock Draft 2.0 is here, and I get a little wild with the trades, including the Bears trading Justin Fields to the Atlanta Falcons for their 8th overall pick. In the 2021 NFL Draft, The Falcons had their shot at grabbing Fields, and they decided to draft TE Kyle Pitts. The Broncos and the Panthers also passed on drafting Justin Fields and are definitely in full regret mode. In this mock draft, the Bears draft Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud with the top pick, then turn around at pick eight and grab Jaxon Smith-Njigba . Houston Gets Bryce Young At #2 Overall Bryce Young goes number two overall to the Houston Texans. Seahawks Trade Up To Grab Kentucky QB Will Levis I get more out of control with another trade. The Seattle Seahawks trade ahead of the Colts and steal Kentucky QB Will Levis away. The Seahawks can sign Geno Smith to a one-year or two-year deal and allow Will Levis to develop his elite tools. The Colts Draft Anthony Richarson The final shoe to drop is the Colts settling quickly on developmental QB Anthony Richardson. Richardson possesses the highest ceiling in the 2023 NFL Draft, aside from maybe Will Levis. Like Will Levis, Richardson needs a year or two to develop, but there is no doubt new Colts Head Coach Shane Steichen can find creative ways to utilize Richardson's toolsy skillset. (1). Chicago Bears Select: QB C.J. Stroud | Ohio State Team Needs: WR, TE, OL, DL, LB, DB Pending Free Agents: RB David Montgomery, C Sam Mustipher, WR N'Keal Harry, WR Dante Pettis Analysis: The Bears offer a draft day surprise by trading Justin Fields to the Atlanta Falcons. The Bears receive the 8th overall pick and grab another former Ohio State QB with a new rookie deal. (2). Houston Texans Select: QB Bryce Young | Alabama Team Needs: QB, C, DL Pending Free Agents: TE O.J. Howard, EDGE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo, DL Rasheem Green, TE Jordan Akins Analysis: The Texans get their QB of the future. (3). Seattle Seahawks (via AZ) Select: QB Will Levis | Kentucky Team Needs: G, C, DL Pending Free Agents: QB Geno Smith, RB Rashaad Penny, DL Poona Ford, OG Phil Haynes, QB Drew Lock Analysis: In another draft day surprise, the Cardinals trade back with the Seattle Seahawks, who are also in the market to grab their QB of the future. Because we believe Will Levis will need a year of development, the Seahawks would retain Geno Smith in this scenario. The Seahawks would trade their 5th and the 20th overall pick for the Cardinal's 3rd and 34th overall picks. (4). Indianapolis Colts Select: QB Anthony Richardson | Florida Team Needs: QB, OL Pending Free Agents: EDGE Yannick Ngakoue, WR Parris Campbell, OG Matt Pryor, LB Bobby Okereke, E.J. Speed Analysis: New Indianapolis Colts Head Coach Shane Steichen lands the QB with the highest ceiling in the 2023 NFL Draft. Richardson could use a year of development on the sidelines, but the Colts might have no other options. In this scenario, the Colts might grab a free-agent bridge QB. (5). Arizona Cardinals (via SEA) Select: EDGE Will Anderson Jr. | Alabama Team Needs: G, C, ED, CB Pending Free Agents: EDGE J.J. Watt, WR A.J. Green, OT Kelvin Beachum, CB Byron Murphy, C Rodney Hudson Analysis: The Cardinals get a slam dunk even after trading back. Now that they have their edge rusher of the future, they acquired pick 20 from the Seahawks, where they could add a top CB to go along with Will Anderson. (6). Detroit Lions Select: IDL Jalen Carter | Georgia Team Needs: DI, LB, CB Pending Free Agents: WR DJ Chark, RB Jamaal Williams, LB Alex Anzalone, OG Evan Brown, CB Mike Hughes Analysis: In this mock draft scenario, the Lions win the lottery, with IDL Jalen Carter falling to them at pick 6. ( 7). Las Vegas Raiders Select: CB Devon Witherspoon | Illinois Team Needs: QB, OL, DB Pending Free Agents: RB Josh Jacobs, CB Rock Ya-Sin, LB Denzel Perryman, WR Mack Hollins, EDGE Clelin Ferrell Analysis: The Raiders are in a bit of no man's land and need a QB. The way the board has fallen, the Raiders could be in the market for a free-agent QB, or they might have to roll with Jarrett Stidham. In this scenario, the Raiders could trade back if someone is interested, or they can fill their need at defensive back. (8). Chicago Bears (via ATL) Select: WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba | Ohio State Team Needs: WR, TE, OL, DL, LB, DB Pending Free Agents: RB David Montgomery, C Sam Mustipher, WR N'Keal Harry, WR Dante Pettis Analysis: The Bears have a lot of needs, and with this being their only pick between now and pick 54, they still have a lot of draft capital available in the mid to late rounds. The Bears receivers in recent years have been awful, and the 2023 NFL Draft is top-heavy at the position. They could go with the best available DB here or the best available EDGE. The gut says go WR here, and it would be ideal pairing Stroud with his former teammate Jaxon Smith-Njigba. (9). Carolina Panthers Select: RB Bijan Robinson | Texas Team Needs: QB, RB, TE, ED Pending Free Agents: QB Sam Darnold, DL Matthew Ioannidis, C Bradley Bozeman, LB Cory Littleton Analysis: In no man's land without a QB, the Panthers will need to figure out the direction of their franchise. Like the Raiders, if the Panthers fail to move into position to get one of the top QB's they will have to figure it out in free agency, or could Sam Darnold be the answer? They can also trade back to gain more draft capital. We go with the cardinal sin in this scenario and draft RB Bijan Robinson in the top 10. This also means Mel Kiper will retire. (10). Philadelphia Eagles Select: CB Christian Gonzalez | Oregon Team Needs: WR, G, C Pending Free Agents: DL Javon Hargrave, CB James Bradberry, RB Miles Sanders, C Jason Kelce, DL Fletcher Cox Analysis: To keep the defense in place while also paying Jalen Hurts, the Eagles draft a top DB. (11). Tennessee Titans Select: OT Paris Johnson Jr. | Ohio State Team Needs: WR, T, ED Pending Free Agents: TE Austin Hooper, OG Nate Davis, TE Geoff Swaim, LB David Long, DL Teair Tart Analysis: The Titans need an OT to replace Taylor Lewan. They could go with an edge rusher in this spot. (12). Houston Texans Select: EDGE Tyree Wilson | Texas Tech Team Needs: QB, C, DL Pending Free Agents: TE O.J. Howard, EDGE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo, DL Rasheem Green, TE Jordan Akins Analysis: The Texans drafted their QB of the future. Now they need a difference-maker on the defensive side of the football. (13). New York Jets Select: OT Peter Skoronski | Northwestern Team Needs: QB, T, ED Pending Free Agents: RB James Robinson, C Connor McGovern, QB Joe Flacco, DL Sheldon Rankins, OT George Fant Analysis: The Jets must figure out the QB position in the offseason. They should target OL in this spot. Center Connor McGovern will be a free agent, and it seems unlikely that the OT trio of Duane Brown, George Fant, and Mekhi Becton will all return in 2023. (14). New England Patriots Select: WR Quentin Johnston | TCU Team Needs: QB, T, ED Pending Free Agents: OT Isaiah Wynn, RB Damien Harris, CB Myles Bryant, CB Jonathan Jones, WR Jakobi Meyers Analysis: The Patriots need to draft a WR, Bill will find a way to pass on a WR for the best available DB or OL, and then he will shock the world and draft Stetson Bennett in the 2nd or 3rd round. (15). Green Bay Packers Select: WR Jordan Addison | USC Team Needs: WR, TE, ED, LB Pending Free Agents: WR Allen Lazard, TE Robert Tonyan Jr., OT Elgton Jenkins, S Adrian Amos, DL Dean Lowry Analysis: If I am the Packers, with or without Aaron Rodgers, I need to add more talent at WR and potentially replace Elgton Jenkins. If Jordan Addison is available, it is a no-brainer in this spot. Pair Addison with Christan Watson and Romeo Doubs. If Aaron Rodgers moves on, you at least do your best to surround Love with as much firepower as possible. Another option is TE, and if Michael Mayer is available, why not? (16). Washington Commanders Select: Broderick Jones | Georgia Team Needs: QB, G, C, LB Pending Free Agents: DL Daron Payne, QB Taylor Heinicke, OG Wes Schweitzer, LB Cole Holcomb, OG Trai Turner Analysis: The Commanders finished the 2022 season with one top 80 CB, according to PFF. With Daron Payne potentially leaving in free agency, the Commanders appear poised to take the best defensive line value in this position. They also need to improve the IOL. (17). Pittsburgh Steelers Select: OT Dawand Jones | Ohio State Team Needs: T, LB, CB Pending Free Agents: DL Larry Ogunjobi, LB Devin Bush, DL Chris Wormley, CB Cam Sutton, QB Mason Rudolph Analysis: With essentially two first-round picks after the Dolphins forfeited pick, the Steelers have an excellent opportunity to capitalize. With apparent needs on the offensive line, they can also grab a top cornerback. (18). Detroit Lions Select: EDGE Myles Murphy | Clemson Team Needs: DI, LB, CB Pending Free Agents: WR DJ Chark, RB Jamaal Williams, LB Alex Anzalone, OG Evan Brown, CB Mike Hughes Analysis: After lucking into the top interior defender, the Lions add an athletic developmental EDGE with big-time upside to align opposite Aidan Hutchinson. (19). Tampa Bay Bucs Select: IDL Bryan Bresee | Clemson Team Needs: QB, TE, G, C, DI Pending Free Agents: QB Tom Brady, LB Lavonte David, DL Akiem Hicks, WR Julio Jones, CB Sean Bunting, S Mike Edwards Analysis: Whoever is under center in 2023 will need to be better protected than Brady was in 2022. Drafting an OL here makes sense, but you must start rebuilding the defense. (20). Arizona Cardinals (via SEA) Select: CB Joey Porter Jr. | Penn State Team Needs: G, C, ED, CB Pending Free Agents: EDGE J.J. Watt, WR A.J. Green, OT Kelvin Beachum, CB Byron Murphy, C Rodney Hudson Analysis: After moving up via the trade with the Seahawks, the Cardinals could use an elite DB to go with Will Anderson. *Dolphins Forefeit Pick (21). Los Angeles Chargers Select: WR Zay Flowers | Boston College Team Needs: WR, T, LB, CB Pending Free Agents: DL Jerry Tillery, S Nasir Adderley, RB Sony Michel, LB Drue Tranquill, TE Donald Parham Analysis: The Chargers need help at CB and could use a WR. There is an argument that they could draft an edge rusher with Khalil Mack in his 30s and Joey Bosa's injury-plagued 2022; the Chargers need some youthful depth. (22). Baltimore Ravens Select: WR Jalin Hyatt | Tennessee Team Needs: WR, ED, CB Pending Free Agents: CB Marcus Peters, QB Lamar Jackson, OT Ja'Wuan James, CB Kyle Fuller Analysis: The Ravens will have a new OC in 2023, but they still need to sign Lamar Jackson to a new deal. In recent years, I have mocked several receivers to the Ravens, but they have passed on all but Rashod Bateman. If they are going to entice Lamar, they will need to draft a legit field-stretching WR to go along with their elite TE group and WR Rashod Bateman. (23). Minnesota Vikings Select: CB Kelee Ringo | Georgia Team Needs: DI, LB, CB Pending Free Agents: TE Irv Smith Jr., RB Alexander Mattison, CB Patrick Peterson, C Garrett Bradbury, WR Olabisi Johnson Analysis: The Vikings need help in their secondary. Ringo is a physical DB who can be an impact player in year one. (24). Jacksonville Jaguars Select: O'Cyrus Torrence | Florida Team Needs: G, C, DB Pending Free Agents: TE Evan Engram, OT Jawaan Taylor, EDGE Arden Key, EDGE Dawuane Smoot, CB Tre Herndon Analysis: The Jags land a big-time interior offensive lineman who is a mauler in the run game. In addition, you continue to build the offensive line to protect Trevor Lawrence. (25). New York Giants Select: DB Brian Branch | Alabama Team Needs: WR, TE, C, LB Pending Free Agents: QB Daniel Jones, RB Saquon Barkley, DL Dalvin Tomlinson, WR Sterling Shepard, WR Darius Slayton Analysis: The Giants possess decent draft capital. They have needs at WR and TE and with Michael Mayer available in this spot, it will be difficult to pass on the highest-rated TE. But the Giants take the best available in Alabama, DB Brian Branch. Branch is a slot safety who can cover and provide support in the run game. (26). Dallas Cowboys Select: TE Michael Mayer | Notre Dame Team Needs: WR, DI, LB Pending Free Agents: TE Dalton Schultz, RB Tony Pollard, OT Terence Steele, WR Noah Brown, LB Leighton Vander Esch Analysis: The Cowboys could use upgrades on the OL, but they could also add an elite TE in Michael Mayer to pair with CeeDee Lamb. (27). Buffalo Bills Select: EDGE Nolan Smith | Georgia Team Needs: G, C, DB Pending Free Agents: S Jordan Poyer, LB Tremaine Edmunds, QB Case Keenum, C Mitch Morse, OG Rodger Saffold Analysis: The Bills need to improve their offensive line, but they could also use a Von Miller-style edge rusher, and with Nolan Smith still available, you cannot pass on the talent. Von Miller is 34 years old, and Nolan Smith makes a ton of sense. (28). Cincinnati Bengals Select: OT Anton Harrison | Oklahoma Team Needs: T, DI, CB Pending Free Agents: S Jessie Bates III, TE Hayden Hurst, CB Eli Apple, S Vonn Bell, RB Samaje Perine Analysis: The Bengals need to continue to build the offensive line to keep Burrow upright and on the field. Harrison might need some time to acclimate to the NFL game, but he has the tools to be a high-level starter. (29). New Orleans Saints Select: Edge Keion White | Georgia Tech Team Needs: QB, DI, CB Pending Free Agents: DL David Onyemata, EDGE Marcus Davenport, WR Jarvis Landry, RB Mark Ingram, QB Andy Dalton Analysis: The Saints have options to replace the often-injured Marcus Davenport. The Saints ultimately choose the 6-5 280lb Keion White who will enter the NFL with elite potential, is already an excellent run-stopper, and can play all along the line of scrimmage. (30). Philadelphia Eagles Select: CB Cam Smith | South Carolina Team Needs: WR, G, C Pending Free Agents: DL Javon Hargrave, CB James Bradberry, RB Miles Sanders, C Jason Kelce, DL Fletcher Cox Analysis: The Super Bowl runner-up and a team with many potential pending free agents and Center Jason Kelce, who is mulling the idea of retiring. The Eagles need to find their Kelce replacement in the middle of their offensive line. With other needs at CB and the potential that James Bradberry could move on, the Eagles will have some solid options. (31). Kansas City Chiefs Select: TE Luke Musgrave | Oregon State Team Needs: WR, DL Pending Free Agents: OT Orlando Brown Jr., WR Mecole Hardman, WR Juju Smith-Schuster, S Juan Thornhill Analysis: The Super Bowl champs have a young defense with great potential and could use a WR. With tight end Travis Kelce is in his 30's, and options like Dalton Kincaid and Luke Musgrave, the Chiefs could grab Kelce's replacement a year or two in advance.

Scouting the quarterback position in football is an essential task for coaches and talent evaluators. A quarterback is typically the leader of the offense and can have a significant impact on the success of the team. In today's NFL, the QB position is the most critical in football, especially at the collegiate and NFL level. NFL teams invest anywhere from 6% of their total cap space to 25%, and the price tags will continue to rise. Below is a list of critical components we use to grade the QB position during the NFL Draft process. Every QB receives a grade on a scale of 1-10 for each of the below components during the scouting process. Once each player component is graded, we attach a final grade to indicate where the player stands before entering the NFL Draft, and then we attach a ceiling grade based on future potential. Here are some key factors to consider when scouting a quarterback Arm Talent: A quarterback's arm talent includes their ability to throw accurately and with power. This includes their ability to throw deep balls, intermediate routes, and short passes with accuracy and velocity. Decision-Making: A quarterback's decision-making skills are critical to their success. This includes their ability to read defenses, make quick decisions, and avoid turnovers. Leadership: A quarterback is often the team leader, so their leadership skills are important. This includes motivating their teammates, communicating effectively, and remaining poised under pressure. Mobility: A quarterback's mobility can be an asset, allowing them to extend plays and make throws on the run. However, it's important to note that more than mobility alone is needed, as a quarterback still needs good footwork, pocket presence, and decision-making skills. Football IQ: A quarterback's football intelligence is important in order to make quick decisions and adjustments on the field. This includes their ability to recognize defensive coverages, understand offensive schemes, and make adjustments at the line of scrimmage. Character: A quarterback's character is important, as they need to handle the pressure and scrutiny of the position. This includes their work ethic, competitiveness, and ability to handle adversity. When scouting a quarterback, evaluating all of these factors and the player's overall performance on the field is essential. It's also important to consider the team's specific needs, and whether the quarterback's skills and attributes are a good match for the team's offensive system and style of play.

In today's NFL, the RB position has decreased in value, yet the position has become more versatile. NFL teams invest anywhere from 1% of their total cap space to 10%. As the position becomes more versatile, it will be interesting to see if player price tags will increase. A lot depends on how coaches find new ways to preserve players from overuse. Below is a list of critical components we use to grade the RB position during the NFL Draft process. Every RB receives a grade on a scale of 1-10 for each of the below components during the scouting process. Once each player component is graded, we attach a final grade to indicate where the player stands before entering the NFL Draft, and then we attach a ceiling grade based on future potential. Scouting the running back (RB) position in the NFL requires evaluating a player's physical attributes, running style, and overall skill set. Here are some key factors to consider when scouting an RB: Athleticism: A RB needs to have good speed, agility, and explosiveness to be successful in the NFL. These attributes allow them to make quick cuts, change direction, and break tackles. Vision: A RB's vision is critical to their success. This includes their ability to read blocks, identify running lanes, and make quick decisions on the field. Power and Contact Balance: A RB needs to have the power to break through tackles and the contact balance to stay on their feet after being hit. This includes their ability to absorb contact and maintain their balance to gain additional yardage. Receiving Ability: A RB who can catch the ball out of the backfield is a valuable asset to any offense. This includes their ability to catch the ball cleanly, run crisp routes, and make plays in the passing game. Pass Protection: A RB needs to be able to protect the quarterback in passing situations. This includes their ability to pick up blitzing defenders, recognize defensive schemes, and execute their blocking assignments. Durability: A RB's durability is important, as they will be taking a lot of hits on the field. This includes their ability to stay healthy and recover quickly from injuries. When scouting the RB position, it's important to evaluate all of these factors and the player's overall performance on the field. It's also important to consider the team's specific needs and whether the RB's skills and attributes match the team's offensive system and style of play. Additionally, it's essential to consider the RB's ball security, as fumbles can be a significant liability for the offense.

In today's NFL, the wide receiver position is among the most critical. NFL teams invested $30M in cap space in 2022 towards their WR room, and as the salary cap continues to rise annually, the WR price tags will follow suit. Below is a list of critical components we use to grade the WR position during the NFL Draft process. Every WR receives a grade on a scale of 1-10 for each of the below components during the scouting process. Once each player component is graded, we attach a final grade to indicate where the player stands before entering the NFL Draft, and then we attach a ceiling grade based on future potential. Speed: One of the most essential attributes for a wide receiver is speed. The ability to get open quickly and create separation from defenders is crucial. Coaches and scouts look for players who can run fast in a straight line and change direction quickly. Route running: A wide receiver's ability to run precise and effective routes is another critical attribute. They should be able to run various routes, such as slants, curls, posts, and fly routes. A good route runner can create separation from defenders and get open for the quarterback. Hands: A receiver's ability to catch the ball consistently is essential. Scouts look for players who can catch the ball with their hands and not rely on body catches. They should also be able to catch the ball in traffic and make contested catches. Size and physicality: Wide receivers come in all shapes and sizes, but size can be an advantage. A taller receiver with a large catch radius can be a valuable asset for a quarterback. Physicality is also essential, as receivers must fight off defenders and make tough catches in traffic. Athleticism: Wide receivers need to be agile and athletic, with good body control and the ability to make quick cuts and change direction with fluidity. Explosiveness and jumping ability are also important, as receivers sometimes must go up and high-point the ball in contested situations. Football IQ: A receiver's ability to read coverages and make adjustments on the fly can make a big difference in their success. A player who can recognize zone vs. man coverage and adjust their route accordingly can be a valuable asset to a team. Attitude and work ethic: Scouts look for players with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. Wide receivers must be dedicated to their craft and willing to work to improve their skills. Overall, scouting for wide receivers is a complex process requiring physical attributes and mental skills. A successful receiver must have speed, route running ability, good hands, size and physicality, athleticism, football IQ, and a strong work ethic.

In today's NFL, the Tight End position is more versatile than ever. Today's TE's at the highest levels are being utilized all over the formation as a receiver while providing inline blocking, similar to an offensive lineman in the run game and as a pass protector. NFL teams invested anywhere from 1% to 15% in cap space in 2022 toward their TE room. Below is a list of critical components we use to grade the TE position during the NFL Draft process. Every TE receives a grade on a scale of 1-10 for each of the below components during the scouting process. Once each player component is graded, we attach a final grade to indicate where the player stands before entering the NFL Draft, and then we attach a ceiling grade based on future potential. Scouting the tight end (TE) position in the NFL requires evaluating a player's versatility, athleticism, and blocking ability. Here are some key factors to consider when scouting a TE: Size and Speed: A TE should have the size to block effectively and the speed to create separation in the passing game. This includes their ability to run crisp routes, create mismatches against linebackers and safeties, and gain yards after the catch. Receiving Ability: A TE who can catch the ball consistently and make plays downfield is a valuable asset to any offense. This includes their ability to catch the ball in traffic, adjust to poorly thrown balls, and make contested catches Route Running: A TE needs to be able to run a variety of routes effectively, including short, intermediate, and deep routes. This includes their ability to use their size and speed to create separation from defenders and their ability to read coverages and make adjustments on the fly. Blocking Ability: A TE needs to be able to block effectively in the running game and in pass protection. This includes their ability to engage defenders at the line of scrimmage, maintain leverage, and sustain blocks downfield. Football IQ: A TE's football intelligence is vital to make quick decisions and adjustments on the field. This includes their ability to recognize defensive coverages, understand offensive schemes, and make adjustments at the line of scrimmage. Durability: A TE's durability is essential, as they will be taking a lot of hits on the field. This includes their ability to stay healthy and recover quickly from injuries. When scouting a TE, it's important to evaluate all of these factors and the player's overall performance on the field. It's also important to consider the team's specific needs and whether the TE's skills and attributes match the team's offensive system and style of play. Additionally, it's important to consider the TE's ball security, as fumbles can be a major liability for the offense.