Jeremy Ruckert, TE, Ohio State (6-6, 252 pounds). The Cowboys got a nice season from Jayron Kearse but Donovan Wilson is a liability next to him. I suspect he'll make his best effort to acquire the team's future starting QB before he departs. Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh (6-3, 217 pounds). Pittsburgh The Raiders need some powerful run blocking and Parham can deliver just that. Smith is rising up like Zion Johnson because of his potential to hold up well outside with his power. Houston Texans (from New Orleans Saints). MORE:Finding NFL player comparisons for the top 32 draft prospects, Logan Hall, EDGE, Houston (6-6, 283 pounds). Goff, who's now made three Pro Bowls and been to a Super Bowl, was 6-foot-4, 215 pounds . New York Jets (from SEA) | Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson II, 11. Robert Woods was an underrated signing, but hes coming off a torn ACL, so the Titans should still target a big-play receiver to help keep attention away from A.J. Los Angeles Chargers | Boston College OL Zion Johnson, 18. The Bears need a field-stretcher opposite new No. New Orleans*: Dameon Pierce, RB, Florida99. NY Jets (via CAR): Christian Watson, WR, North Dakota State39. Pittsburgh: Drake Jackson, EDGE, USC85. Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan (5-10, 195 pounds). While some will complain about his lack of arm length, the film simply shows a smart, dominant blocker who would finish off the AFC champs rebuild in the trenches to protect Joe Burrow. Travis Jones, DT, Connecticut (6-4, 325 pounds). Cincinnati Bengals | Cincinnati EDGE Myjai Sanders, 96. Notre Dame New Orleans: Luke Goedeke, OT, Central Michigan50. We love the idea of him lining up alongside Chris Jones and Frank Clark. The Colts saw Jack Doyle retire and need a complement to Mo Alie-Cox in 12 personnel sets under Frank Reich. New York Giants (from MIA) | Houston CB Marcus Jones, 82. New England Patriots | San Diego State EDGE Cameron Thomas, 55. If he was eligible two years ago he would've been a top-5 pick. The New Orleans Saints make a leap and the Cleveland Browns get back into Round 1 in this trade-filled three-round 2022 NFL Mock Draft. We like Dotson in the second round but the Chiefs aren't on the clock again until pick No. Bernhard Raimann, OT, Central Michigan (6-6, 303 pounds). After trading away Davante Adams, the Packers should spend this pick trying to replace him. And he'll tell you that's one of the things he wants to improve, even though he was very good in that area last season. Willis has the athleticism, toughness physically and mentally to fit well in their scheme and carries more overall upside than Pickett. 1. Williams has a wide array of quick moves to be a good situational player for them at first behind Odafe Oweh and Tyus Bowser. Indianapolis Colts (from WAS) | Kentucky WR Wan'Dale Robinson, 74. Green Bay Packers (from LV) | Arkansas WR Treylon Burks, 23. In her first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Cynthia Frelund uses her analytical model to project Picks 1-31. Baltimore Ravens | Georgia DL Jordan Davis, 15. Whatever Dotson lacks in size, he makes up for in every other area of his game as one of this years most complete pass-catchers. Round 7, No. The Broncos signed former Eagle Alex Singleton to replace Alexander Johnson for now next to re-signed Josey Jewell but Domann is a worthy upgrade to target with his special coverage skills. Denver Broncos | Ohio State OT Nicholas Petit-Frere, 76. Johnson has gone from having great appeal as a freaky pass rusher to showing a complete game for the outside. The Eagles need more second-level rangy playmaking impact given Kyzir White is a limited place-holder and newcomer Haason Reddick is more of pure edge rushing hybrid around T.J. Edwards. Denver (via LAR): Cam Jurgens, OC, Nebraska97. Another team with multiple glaring holes on the roster, the Cowboys need to focus on the trenches first, and work their way out from there. 6'0" Hes the more complete player, with an extremely high floor, and tons of production to back up his case. 6'1" Arizona Cardinals | Washington State OT Abraham Lucas, 56. What a win for the Vikings, who land arguably the best overall prospect in the entire draft, outside of the top 10 picks. Outside of Blake Martinez, New York's linebacking corps is suspect. Tampa Bay: Breece Hall, RB, Iowa State61. Detroit Lions | Oregon EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux. Georgia Note that this mock draft includes projected compensatory picks in Round 3 based on the forecast outlined by my colleague Lance Zierlein last spring. Tennessee: Desmond Ridder, QB, Cincinnati91. Wilson's smarts, quickness, route-running hands add up to that player and will make fellow former Buckeye McLaurin more dangerous vs. more favorable coverage. TreDavious White is one of the NFLs best corners, but especially after letting Levi Wallace walk in free agency, the Bills desperately need an upgrade on the other side of the field. And if not for the injury he's likely the first wideout off the board. The Saints desperately missed the production Trey Hendrickson opposite Cameron Jordan and Johnson can be either a key situational asset or push Marcus Davenport back into that role. Philadelphia Eagles | Baylor DB Jalen Pitre, 52. 6'7" Arizona Cardinals | Mississippi State CB Martin Emerson Jr. 88. They might as well replenish the cupboard with London, who profiles better as the outside No. Houston (via NO): Jeremy Ruckert, TE, Ohio State81. The scariest part of his game is that he's not even close to his ceiling yet, and what better way to get there than in Green Bay. Thibodeaux has game-changing talents and, frankly, he's been all over the board in our mock drafts, mostly because teams have differing opinions on him. The quarterback class is full of question marks, but its a great year to need edge defenders, wide receivers, offensive linemen and defensive backs. Pickens has an elite skill set as an outside playmaker and proved his work ethic coming back from a torn ACL in the spring to be a factor in the late stages of the Bulldogs' title run. Karlaftis uses his hands as well as any player in this draft. The first wave of NFL free agency is almost over and team needs are all but finalized, which means its time to cast an eye to the upcoming NFL Draft.. Philadelphia Eagles (from MIA) | Washington CB Trent McDuffie, 16. 2022 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 4/28): Round 1 / Picks 17-32 / Round 2 / Round 3 / Round 4 / Round 5 / Round 6 / Round 7 Other 2022 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (4/28) / Goals (4/22) / Backward Mock (4/20) / Emmitt Mock (4/15) / April Fools Mock (4/1) / Senior Bowl Mock (2/5) / Overreaction Mock (1/10) In addition, all picks acquired via trade in Round 3 of this mock are a projection. Baltimore Ravens | Nebraska OL Cam Jurgens, 77. Bill Belichick can work well with Clark's strength and athleticism to turn him into a reliable leader and playmaker. Coby Bryant, CB, Cincinnati (6-1, 193 pounds). MORE:The biggest busts in NFL Draft history, 16. Dean's quickness, leadership and playmaking range would be a great value here with Lloyd going earlier. NFL Mock Draft 2022 Round 1. Buffalo Bills | Georgia OL Jamaree Salyer, 90. And in this projection, we get a second-round quarterback run, with Malik Willis, Desmond Ridder and Matt Corral all coming off the board. NFL DRAFT BIG BOARD: Ranking the top 150 players in 2022 draft class. Houston Texans. The Packers get this selection, New York's third-round pick (No. Burks is a big-bodied receiver (listed at 6-foot-3, 225 pounds) with excellent open-field agility that Baker Mayfield will lean on as the former Razorbacks star acclimates to the pro game. In his first mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Lance Zierlein projects the Buccaneers and Raiders to begin new eras at quarterback. Desmond Ridder, QB, Cincinnati (6-3, 211 pounds). If the Chiefs are able to re-sign safety Tyrann Mathieu, they could look to replace potential free-agent losses Charvarius Ward and Mike Hughes with a competitive, physical corner like Elam, whose uncle, Matt, was picked 32nd overall by the Ravens in 2013. Some might expect a quarterback here, but Im betting the Lions would prefer to build out the rest of the roster before looking for Jared Goffs eventual replacement. The 2022 National Football League Player Selection Meeting, otherwise known as the NFL draft, is less than three months away. Arizona: Chasen Hines, OG, LSU88. Jacksonville Jaguars | Michigan EDGE Aidan Hutchinson, 2. 6'0" This scenario gives them the opportunity to pick from all of this years top pass-catchers, and London gives them a dominant red-zone threat. This will help new coach Kevin O'Connell take the passing game to higher big-play level. Kansas City*: Sam Williams, EDGE, Ole Miss104. 6'1" The Bucs desperately need to add explosiveness and pass-rushing ability next to Vita Vea up front, even if Ndamukong Suh returns for another year. 6'7" The Falcons replaced Matt Ryan with Marcus Mariota, so it stands to reason they could be in the market for a QB here since Mariota last started a game in 2019. 2 with better hands and routes. Lloyd is slipping a bit because of his position and how his skill set relates to Georgia's Nakobe Dean, also a strong second-half first-round prospect. The Jaguars spent a ton on former Falcon Foyesade Oluokun to shore up half of their inside linebacker corps and here's chance to get explosive and active next to him, too. Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. That extended to the Senior Bowl where he dominated 1v1 and team drills, and then Mafe busted out a 4.53 40 at the combine. Jacksonville Jaguars (from CAR) | Memphis OL Dylan Parham, 71. 1, Ravens load up after trade backs Let's see how the first three rounds play out if a certain Georgia star goes No. Houston Texans (from NO) | Michigan State RB Kenneth Walker III, 81. The Eagles brought back disappointing first-round Derek Barnett but still need to address pass-rush depth with a good potential starting stash. New York Giants (from CHI) | Georgia EDGE Travon Walker, 8. Hes exactly what Aaron Rodgers needs after losing his favorite target. Wyatt followed up an impressive 2021 campaign for the national champs with a strong showing at the NFL Scouting Combine, and would be the perfect fit. 8 last year, why would they use a higher pick on a worse prospect this year? / 231 lbs. 102. PFF's Doug Kyed breaks down his final first-round 2022 NFL mock draft ahead of the NFL Draft kicking off on Thursday. 1 outside would be a great decision for Scott Turner's offense. Winters was a versatile defender for TCU last season, recording 79 tackles and 7.5 sacks, showing he can stop the run and rush the passer. 6'6" Pittsburgh Steelers | Pitt QB Kenny Pickett, 21. Williams tore his ACL in the national title game, but he's still one of the best players in this draft class and should be ready to contribute next October. He has flashed on tape, but he also played on a Georgia defense that could end up with 4-5 first-round picks, and his combine performance -- a 4.51 40, a vertical of 35.5 inches and a mind-boggling 3-cone of 6.89 seconds -- only reminded people of why he has a chance to be special. Kansas City Chiefs (from 49ers through Dolphins). section: | slug: 2022-three-round-nfl-mock-draft-kenny-pickett-falls-packers-chiefs-load-up-on-wrs | sport: football | route: article_single_special | Check out the full first-round projection, 1-31. All Rights Reserved. The Buccaneers lost Ali Marpet to retirement and Alex Cappa in free agency and need to develop a powerful inside blocker into a more an athletic asset behind Aaron Stinnie and Shaq Mason. Detroit Lions | Montana State LB Troy Andersen, 67. They hit big-time on Rashawn Slater for starting left tackle and Green is a another powerful, solid pick for immediate impact inside. The Bills are set with Stefon Diggs, Gabriel Davis and Jamison Crowder for their 11 personnel, but they need to replenish some depth and Shakir can develop quickly as a potential slot replacement for Crowder in 2023. The Texans are still able to secure much-needed defensive help in the form of a difference-making edge rusher. The Seahawks need a quarterback, but Pickett doesnt feel like a great fit here. Brisker is a well-rounded ace cover safety whom the Giants could use as Julian Love is a shaky option next to solid Xavier McKinney. Aidan Hutchinson is our No. This shouldn't see him slip on draft boards because he plays much faster, but if he finds his way out of the top 10, Washington could pounce here. After losing both Stephon Gilmore and J.C. Jackson over the last year, the Pats desperately need to find a starting-caliber corner early in this draft. LSU The Bills can't sleep should Walker fall a little bit despite the fact he's a complete back and they got a good finish with Devin Singletary last season. Minnesota Vikings | Notre Dame S Kyle Hamilton, 13. In my opinion, Ridder played well enough for the Bearcats and at the Senior Bowl to earn a top-50 grade. / 304 lbs. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. After loading up on star defenders in free agency, the Chargers need to use this pick to help their young franchise quarterback, Justin Herbert. This years draft is wide-open at the top, with no clear-cut front-runner for the No. / 220 lbs. ET . The Broncos need to rebuild their second level pass rush next to Bradley Chubb after getting Randy Gregory to play end in their 3-4. Raimann also can be groomed to take over at some point soon for left tackle Taylor Lewan, who turns 31 in June. Hamilton ran in the 4.5s at the combine and was timed in the 4.7s at his pro day. The Cowboys need to add some strong, powerful run blocking to the mix after moving on from Connor Williams and Lae'l Collins. Tulsa Baltimore Ravens | Memphis OL Dylan Parham, 77. As we approach the home stretch, heres an updated look at how the first three rounds of this years draft could go down, with a big surprise in the top five to get the chaos started early: Theres been some late buzz for Georgias Travon Walker here, but Hutchinson still feels like the favorite to take the top spot. Mississippi State Atlanta Falcons (from TEN) | Oklahoma EDGE Nik Bonitto, 59. Walkers production was lacking in college, but his rare athleticism and versatility should allow him to put up much bigger numbers in the pros. Check out the full first-round projection, 1-31. The Lions also feel like they're going for defensive impact and the decision for Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell and Aaron Glenn will come down to the 3-4 hybrid playmaker Walker, do-everything safety Kyle Hamilton, or high-ceiling edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux. San Francisco: Joshua Williams, CB, Fayetteville State94. Philadelphia: Nick Cross, S, Maryland84. [CDATA[/* >
