January 12, 2023 7:11 am ET. The 33rd Team 2023 Mock Draft 3.2 1. Trading away that 2024 first rounder is steep, but if Irsay believes Stroud can get this team to the playoffs its roughly in line with both the traditional Jimmy Johnson and updated Bill Belichick-styled draft pick value charts. Round 6 (No. 6'0" LSU Hes extremely elusive in open space for his size and forced 17 missed tackles on 53 catches this season, per PFF. He won't test as well as some of the other, more athletic TEs in this class, but he does everything well. Branch isn't the first name you hear about when the conversation turns to Alabama's defense, but maybe he should be. For the first time since 1947, the Bears have the very first pick of the NFL Draft, and you don't want to miss your opportunity to be there for THE MOMENT. Hes still got room to grow, but hes capable of filling the Cardinals void up front and immediately leading the team in sacks, QB hits, pressures and general backfield ransacking. Put another way: There are worse things than adding a Saquon Barkley-type talent to this offense. NFL mock draft 2023:Chicago Bears have leverage, compelling options with first pick. Jr 2:16 pm ET, 2023 NFL combine: WR/TE winners and losers, NFL combine: Grading top QBs, plus winners and losers, NFL Combine 2023: Colossal Richardson sets QB marks, 2023 NFL mock draft: Four QBs in top seven after trades, NFL combine: Why Richardson can be No. If the Bears exit the 2022 NFL Draft with a wide receiver depth chart of Mooney, Burks, Byron Pringle, Shakir, and Equanimeous St. Brown, its safe to say the fan base will be thrilled. Ringo is a long, physical corner who has matched up against some of the best players in the country. The Houston Texans need a quarterback, but they want their quarterback. Hes a capable press defender who is physical enough to handle big wideouts and stick to the hip of NFL playmakers. At the time of this mock draft, the Bears only have Darnell Mooney as a viable wideout on the roster. 1 overall. But that was before the Khalil Mack trade. 1 overall selection and the Bears get Nos. The problem: He's short on experience, and while his physical tools are rare, wherever he lands, it has to come with the understanding that he shouldn't be rushed onto the field. The South Carolina product would be an instant boost for the leagues 26th-ranked passing defense. Hes an elite traits prospect who has the size and speed required to become a high-level NFL playmaker. I used TDNs industry-leading mock draft machine to conduct this exercise. Anderson is stout against the run, too, and led the nation with 31 TFLs last season. The on-field drills at the NFL Scouting Combine are scheduled to start on Thursday with the defensive lineman and linebackers set to go through the drills. And if thats the case? In Jacksonville, he could replace Evan Engram, if the team is unable to re-sign him after a career year. The point is that NFL teams love his size, his athleticism and where his game could be a couple of years from now. The Bears badly need a difference maker for their defensive line and have to replace Robert Quinn and Khalil Mack. 12 overall in trade package in latest Draft Wire 3-round mock. JJ Watt was responsible for more than a third of the Cardinals total sacks in 2022 and used that opportunity to retire on a high note. Alabama's Will Anderson is distancing himself as the best overall prospect in . Smith had a breakout 2021, then saw opposing quarterbacks largely ignore his side of the field in 2022. Tight end target Both ESPN analysts Mel Kiper Jr. and Todd McShay along with CBS Sports' Kyle Stackpole project the Packers will select tight end Michael Mayer out of Notre Dame. The Hawkeye never started a game in college but put together back-to-back seven-sack seasons despite those limited reps. New Orleans needs help just about everywhere and the leagues worst salary cap situation with which to find it. We know how unpredictable negotiations can be with those second deals for this position. Round 2 (No. He allowed only four sacks across nearly 1,900 NCAA snaps and has the size, lateral quickness and punch to be the latest link in a chain of rock solid Oklahoma offensive linemen (Orlando Brown, Lane Johnson, Creed Humphrey and, uh, a bunch of guys who didnt play in the most recent Super Bowl, too). Bringing in a low cost replacement like Smith could keep that front seven rolling and cover Smiths growing pains as he levels up his game. The only knock on Johnston is his high drop rate. Jr And you can subscribe oniTunes,Spotifyor wherever you listen to podcasts. While I won't project trades in this iteration of my mock, it's more likely than not that the Bears will find a trade partner as a quarterback-needy team looks to move up. Burks is the perfect pick for Chicago in this years draft. and general manager Ryan Poles gave him a vote of confidence after the 2022 season. He's block-out-the-sun big, even when standing next to his offensive linemates. Bears receive second-round pick (No. No, but neither was last years sixth-round pick, Thomas Graham. 6'0" The Georgia product is arguably 2023s top prospect. What would a mock draft be without a curveball? The Patriots have needs at wide receiver, but instead look first to bolster the offensive line. Poles keeps preaching sustained success. 1 of 31. The Saints once traded up to grab an unproven pass rushing talent whose traits were a bigger selling point than his talent. 1) The likelihood of . TRADE 1. Hes an athletic marvel capable of beating tackles inside and out and swallowing up ball carriers in space. Georgia Tech / 220 lbs. 1 overall pick Was It Smart For Jaguars To Franchise Tag Evan Engram? So this is one of three iterations of a mini mock draft. The high level of respect that some of the nation's top NFL draft prospects have for Justin Fields has been evident this week at the Combine in Indianapolis. Does Tennessee have the coaching staff to do the same for Richardson? Wilson is a consistent mauler capable of lining up at end or kicking inside to shoot gaps in order to exploit weakness. He may eventually end up going early on Day 2, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see him slip into the first round. February 28, 2023 10:05 am PT. The move also allows Kyler Gordon to focus primarily on slot corner, as Jones can take over as the starting outside corner, opposite Jaylon Johnson. Lions trade their sixth overall pick and a 2023 sixth round pick (currently 192nd overall). Braxton Jonesis a developmental offensive tackle who, with some added weight, has a chance to emerge as a starter in the early portion of his career. Im certain the Bears will draft a cornerback in this years draft, and. Instead, Mike Tomlin gets a new toy for his offensive line and caps off a mini-run of blockers by selecting Georgias Jones. Part of the appeal of a trade back in this situation is that it would put the Patriots in position to draft a receiver who could make an instant impact while acquiring bonus draft assets. / 180 lbs. Dallas gets it done here at 26, ensuring a few more years of efficient running to bolster Dak Prescotts passing game. Jr Bears coach Matt Eberflus has talked about the importance of having a stud three-technique in his defense, and Carter is a game-wrecker from the interior. Let's take a look at who they might be interested in taking. Either way, Smith would be a win for the Bears. 1 pick trade compensation It's a bit easier to figure what the Bears might get for the No. 2023 PFN Consensus Big Board. Join us at Soldier Field for the 2023 Miller Lite Chicago Bears Draft Party, and spend night 1 of the Draft with thousands of your closest friends. 5 with the pick gleaned from dealing broken Russ Wilson and are coming off an unexpected (by most) playoff appearance. There isn't a wrong choice when choosing between Carter and Anderson, as they are the 1A and 1B on my big board as the top prospects in this year's draft class. / 205 lbs. Soph Absolutely. 7 overall pickto the New York Giants in. Sure, NFL free agency will dominate headlines through March, but the terminus of the early offseason journey is the three-day event set to take over Kansas City April 27 through 29. With that being said, this will be the sixth installment of the three-round mock draft Thursday, where I will lay out different . / 243 lbs. 29. The run on offense stops here with the other cornerback from Cincinnati. Browns 7-Round Mock Draft 2023: NFL Combine Risers, Tradeable picks in the Mock Draft Machine. Amari Carter doesnt project as a cant-miss starter, but he will bring to the roster a tough guys mentality who isnt afraid to lower his shoulder and deliver a hit. The Bears add two potential starting wide receivers, a starting guard who could emerge as a starting tackle, some cornerback and safety depth, and a running back whose upside might be higher than Montgomerys. Snag a General Admission ticket for access to activities in the Dr Pepper Patio, the Miller Lite Midway, the Verizon Mezzanine and on the field, or upgrade to a Club Reserved ticket for a guaranteed seat in the United Club with live analysis and programming on the Draft Party main stage. The 6-3, 300-pounder's sack numbers (3 last year) won't wow you. Young may have pushed the cornerback need down the teams list of must-haves, but it didnt eliminate it. The most talented prospect on a defense that yielded five first-round picks in 2022, Carter has a special blend of power, short-area quickness and lateral agility to be equally disruptive against the run and pass. The TCU standout is big and explosive, standing 6-foot-4 and averaging 19 yards per reception in three collegiate seasons. They picked up Murphy at No. The biggest issue he'll face during the pre-draft process will be arm length and whether his NFL future is at tackle or guard. Is he the kind of prospect who can challenge to start right away? Wright had Day 3 grades coming into the 2022 season and was dominant for the Vols, and he capped that off with a strong Senior Bowl week. Carolina could opt for a veteran retread at quarterback, but thats been exactly whats failed the club each of the last three seasons. This Jaylon Jones developed into a true shutdown corner this year, and only allowed 10 receptions this season per PFF. Bears mock draft: Poles picks Will Anderson at No. This years draft is deep. His vertical skill set may not be a perfect fit for a retained Daniel Jones his strong 2022 hinged on a career-low 6.4 air yards per pass or it could revive his deep ball capabilities. Mock Draft Machine Beta Testing Has Begun! The trade itself is an expensive cost, but it might be what it takes with a solid class of quarterbacks and a handful of needy teams standing between the Panthers and a player like Levis. Stroud for the Lions at No. / 315 lbs. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. 6'5" We'll be live all week from Indianapolis for the combine, and we'll have bonus podcasts (so look for that! Jones had had a strong '22 campaign for the Bulldogs, where he has faced some of the best defensive players in the country every day at practice for the last two years. Josh Edwards, CBS Sports (Feb. 19) Pick: Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Comment: If Chicago is unwilling to move out of the No. The Bears did not find a deal worth potentially missing out on one of the elite defenders so they stick and pick Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson. With that, the team stepped into the No. 1 overall. 6'0" Josh McDaniels has a history of developing QBs and Richardson has a chance to be special. 2 and now they give Stroud an explosive playmaker. Florida By sending edge rusher Khalil Mack to the Chargers, Poles got the Bears an extra. Starting running back David Montgomery is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Round 3 (No. After finishing the 2022 season with a 3-14 record, the Chicago Bears have the No.1 pick in the NFL draft, in addition to seven other selections. By Jacob Infante. The 2022 NFL regular season is over, so for 18 of the league's 32 teams, it's officially draft season. No, but this offense, which was unstoppable for most of the season, would be even better in '23 with him in the backfield. Notre Dame 148 overall): Mario Goodrich, CB, Clemson. The Bills could use help in the middle of the line and Torrence delivers the best available blocker at the end of the first round. 39: Kyler Gordon, CB, Washington Round 2, Pick No. / 210 lbs. T Ugly loss for the #Bears. March 3, 2023 6:30 am CT. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Hes a Day 1 starter capable of generating optimism for the Commanders and making life easier for whichever quarterback arrives to take snaps in 2023. . With Robert Quinn, Trevis Gipson and Al-Quadin Muhammad locked in at defensive end, it's highly unlikely the team will add another end early in the 2022 NFL Draft. Covering Mayer with a linebacker is like trying to track lightning across the night sky. Bryce Young might be historically undersized by successful NFL QB standards, but we don't care. Mock drafts need to come in February, January at the. If Gordon is there, he will be tough to pass on with this pick. What would you do differently in your own Bears mock draft? The Bears need to add more depth and competition to their interior line spots, and Ingram presents the kind of value in the third round that fills that void. With wide receiver Darnell Mooney, Burks makes a phenomenal one-two punch for quarterback Justin Fields to grow with. That starts in the 2022 NFL Draft. Addison wasnt able to fully capitalize on his 2021 momentum after transferring to USC, but he remains a viable and valuable young wideout who can thoroughly gash defenses with precise routes and big gains after the catch. NFL Team Draft Report: Chicago Bears This tool condenses 2023 NFL Mock Draft content from around WalterFootball.com. No, but neither was last years sixth-round pick, Thomas Graham. Ryan Wilson, CBS Sports (Feb. 21) Pick: Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Comment: The Bears moved on from Robert Quinn before the trade deadline so they'll be in the market for an edge rusher this offseason, and Will Anderson is in the same pre-draft conversations as Chase Young and Nick Bosa when it comes to best non-QB players in a class. Probably not. Texans trade their 2023 first round pick (second overall), 2023 second round pick (33rd overall) and 2024 second round pick. Hes got Aaron Donald/Chris Jones potential, and its no coincidence those two have won Super Bowls in each of the past two Februarys. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. 1. March 3, 2023 6:45 am ET. The currently rostered wideouts behind him are Devin Duvernay, James Proche, Tylan Wallace and Andy Isabella which is not great. 1 pick in the draft. Both Matt Eberflus and Ryan Poles value versatility in their players, and they get that in Adebawore, who played both defensive end and defensive tackle for the Wildcats over his college career. Here is who the draft gurus project the Packers will select in the latest iterations of their mock drafts. 57 and No. In addition, they have the No. / 233 lbs. But that was before the Khalil Mack trade. The wait is over for the New England Patriots when it comes to landing a legitimate No. With the NFL draft just a few weeks away, here is our updated seven-round Bears mock draft of . Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. Patrick Peterson was Minnesotas top corner in 2022 by far, and while he could re-sign this spring hes also set to turn 33 years old. Adebawore has produced consistently over his Northwestern career with six sacks, 31 pressures and nine TFLS in 2022; five sacks, 30 pressures and 8.5 TFLs in 2021; and two sacks, 17 pressures and six TFLs in the shortened 2020 season. Ravens trade their 2023 first round pick (22nd overall), 2023 fourth round pick (projected to be 124th) and 2024 fourth round pick. This is the NFL draft, however, where the impossible is always and entirely possible. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Lions grab Anthony Richardson early in first round; Colts trade up to No. The more you watch of Wilson, the more you love his game. Indianapolis Colts Bryce Young, QB, Alabama . Patriots trade their 14th overall pick and 2024 fourth round pick. For now, however, he slides to 17 and becomes a plug-and-play starter clearing space for Kenny Pickett and Najee Harris in the Steel City. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/draft/free/stories, Alabama Unfortunately, they only have six draft picks, including none in the first round. If he nails the Combine hell push Mayer for TE1 honors and likely not make it all the way to Cincy at No. 71: Venus Jones Jr., WR,. The Bears added a quality nickel cornerback in former Baltimore Raven Tavon Young, and veteran tight end Ryan Griffin was inked to provide depth behind Cole Kmet. Whether it's Aaron Rodgers, Jordan Love or the QB behind Door No. The Chiefs know the value of a monster tackle; they traded away a first rounder for Orlando Brown Jr., who theyll likely sign to a lengthy and expensive contract extension this spring. Let me know on Twitter (. ) Hiring DeMeco Ryans after wandering through a rebuilding wasteland with David Culley and Lovie Smith was a signal the time to mess around is over. Do I think Treylon Burks will be hanging around when the Bears pick in the second round? A trade-down makes sense if Chicago receives quality offers for QB-needy teams, but going too far down puts them at risk of missing out on Carter and/or Will Anderson Jr. Garrett Podell, CBS Sports (Feb. 21) Pick: Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter Comment: The Bears need help at a number of positions across the board, so why not go get the top prospect in the draft? Heres my best guess at what a post-Mack trade Bears mock draft could look like: So, this pick remains the same. And that, in large part, is what makes him such an interesting prospect. He ran slower than youd like from a pro receiver and his explosion numbers werent great. In this version, the Bears trade the No. 6'0" Alabama Ed Ingramdidnt test among the most athletic offensive linemen at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine, which would suggest he wont be high on Poles draft board, but his film tells a different story. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Make sure to check out all of our other NFL Team Mock Drafts. Smith is a bit of a wild card a lean edge rusher who played a role on a national championship team but who also missed nearly half the 2022 season due to a torn pectoral and never racked up big numbers (in large part due to everyone else on the UGA defense being an absolute monster). Georgia Ryan Poles gets a call from Seattle asking about the No. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. His sense of timing and leverage make him a matchup nightmare who can immediately challenge NFL cornerbacks.