Anderson is a freakish combination of strength, power, quickness and explosiveness. Kincaid is a versatile pass-catcher with great athleticism, hands and route-running skills for the position but needs some significant work on blocking skills. WebIn at number one on the Top 2023 NFL Draft Prospects for Offensive Tackles is the Ohio State Buckeyes left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. Johnson Jr. who joins his teammate Dawand Height: 6-foot-3 | Weight: 232 pounds, Reid's current ranking: No. Smith is a smart cover man who makes a lot of plays on the ball with the capacity to play inside, outside or safety. Charbonnet can be helpful in an NFL committee as as strong power runner who takes good advantage of good blocking and also can get some tough yards after contact. A four-star recruit from Temple, Texas, Johnston was the second-highest-rated recruit to sign at TCU during Gary Patterson's 20-year tenure. Dude flies, is sneaky elusive, and catches the rock comfortably. He used his return to school to become a more reliable run supporter and better tackler. What's next? Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Ringo is an extremely athletic and physical corner, using every bit of size and frame well in aggressive coverage. A new name at the top here as well as Ohio State guard Paris Johnson Jr. is kicking out to left tackle in 2022. Tucker is a strong, compact sometimes explosive runner who needs to get better with blocking and receiving. He reads playswell and has good on-ball instincts. 1 in the NFL. A consensus five-star recruit out of Cincinnati, Johnson was the No. The 2023 corner class doesn't hold any superstars like last year's Sauce Gardner but it still has a number of quality pro prospects with five having close to first-round grades on them. Height: 6-foot-4 | Weight: 243 pounds, Miller's current ranking: No. Gouraige is long and athletic with ample vertical-setting experience blocking in true one-on-one scenarios and while he's already quite strong, he has a frame that will allow him to quickly get bigger in the NFL without losing his impressive short-area twitch., 1. 1 overall, even vs. a franchise QB. Tillman is the classic size-speed perimeter vertical threat who also finishes well in the end zone. Who is Young? WebThe 2023 Quarterback class by contrast has three potential stars in the shape of Ohio States CJ Stroud, Alabamas Bryce Young, and Kentucky's Will Levis and also contains a number of future NFL players with promising starting potential. What's next? Will Levis also closed the gap on the rest and surpassed all but 1A and 1B in C.J. He used his return to school to become a more reliable run supporter and better tackler. The Red Raiders haven't had a first-round selection along the defensive line since 1983 (Gabriel Rivera, Pittsburgh Steelers). Smith-Njigba is following in the massive playmaking footsteps of Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson as a complete go-to receiver for Stroud. (0:29). The deadline to declare for the 2023 NFL Draft has come and gone, so it only felt right to update PFFs draft board. Despite not hauling in an interception, he contested 75.9% of the passes thrown in his direction -- the fourth-best mark in the country. Smith is another physically intriguing corner who uses his size and explosiveness well in coverage. This board is subject to change once the 2022 season unfolds. The best player in the draft could very well be a defensive lineman, and Will Anderson Jr. has the right stuff to challenge that for that title. Anderson amassed 10 starts at Alabama with double-digit sacks, including a four-sack performance against Mississippi State in 2021. Duncan stands out because of his experience and powerful, quick frame. 1 overall (OLB1). Who is Anderson? He's not perfect. He accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl, but after suffering a season-ending foot injury against Kansas, he opted to have surgery. The 2023 NFL draft class is loaded with talent, from three exceptional quarterback prospects to potential generational defensive players to immediate impact game-breakers on offense. Reed could be a steal as a classic inside reliable possession man. Story originally appeared on College Football News. He has terrific athleticism and speed with which to stretch the field. Height: 6-foot | Weight: 222 pounds, Miller's current ranking: No. Who is Johnson? Smith-Njigba follows in the massive playmaking footsteps of Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson as a complete former go-to receiver for Stroud. Murphy has awesome explosive qualities and power for his size, too, to stand out as the second-best pass rusher in the class behind the incomparable Anderson. JL Skinner rises to the top of the safety class ahead of the season after the 64, 220-pound monster has dominated out west for Boise State. What Bresee doesn't have in pure quickness and explosiveness, he makes up for with strong technique and footwork to get into position to stuff the run. Roy has a nice blend of power and athleticism for his size but could use to grow a lot as an inside pass rusher. Stroud, Ohio State2) Bryce Young, Alabama3) Will Levis, Kentucky4) Tyler Van Dyke, Miami (FL)5) Anthony Richardson, Florida6) Spencer Rattler, South Carolina7) Devin Leary, NC State8) Cameron Ward, Washington State9) Jaren Hall, BYU10) Hendon Hooker, Tennessee. Boutte is right there with Smith-Njigba in being a smooth well-rounded receiver with speed, quickness, hands and route-running. Israel Abanikanda makes the top 10 on this list as the Pittsburgh zone-rushing scheme should see him break free on more than a few occasions in 2022. Like some recent previous Trojans, his best role in the NFL at first might be as a dynamic slot. Wilson is a versatile pass rusher with a massive frame. Who is Carter? Stevenson has appeal has an attacking cover man with great physicality, which also helps him vs. the run. Schmitz is a classic power grading run blocker who could be a great long-term starter by developing his feet and technique better for inside pass protection. Because of his size, he projects as a long-time nickel. 7 overall (OT1). Standout trait: His suffocating length allows him to attack wideouts at the line of scrimmage, but Porter also does a good job using it to squeeze and close throwing windows. Joseph is a flat-out playmaker on the ball with dynamic athleticism and speed to cover all over the field. And talk about playing bigger than his size -- Reed tracks the ball magnificantly and has the route-running savvy and pure athletic gifts to get open in the NFL. Duncan stands out because of his experience and powerful, quick frame. Johnston made an impact early on, averaging 22.1 yards per catch as a freshman. Gonzalez has learned how to use his long frame better to show a nice blend of agility and physicality in coverage that gets him some earlier first-round consideration. Standout trait: Johnson's recovery agility is special, allowing him to easily redirect and reposition once he's settled into his pass set. For more: Top 10 iOL in the 2023 NFL Draft: Layden Robinson, OCyrus Torrence lead a wide-open class, 1) Will Anderson Jr., Alabama2) Isaiah Foskey, Notre Dame3) Myles Murphy, Clemson4) Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Kansas State5) Nolan Smith, Georgia6) BJ Ojulari, LSU7) Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech8) Andre Carter II, Army9) Derick Hall, Auburn10) Zion Tupuola-Fetui, Washington. Before I begin, remember, these are my individual rankings, notthe full CBS Sports prospect rankings, which is an aggregate of the rankings of Ryan Wilson, Josh Edwards and myself. He has refined his game well in a more dynamic offense. These rankings are subject to change, of course, because the combine carries decently heavy weight in my evaluations. 2023 NFL Draft Position Rankings, Pre-Combine: Quarterbacks Ranked based on how good from the college perspective we think all the top prospects look before the 2023 NFL Combine. He can also outrun smaller wideouts and shows an extra gear in closing to make plays on the ball. What's next? WebNFL Draft Player Rankings - 2023. He still needs to work on getting stronger and more physical against the run. He's light on his feet for his size, a quick cutter who can shoot through holes. He can stretch the field on the outside and also can be fearless positioning his body to make tougher catches inside. Watch out for him rounding out his footwork and technique to become a more valued asset in pass protection. -- Reid, Year: Junior | Age: 20 | Career starts: 28 He'll prepare for the scouting combine and pro day workouts following the playoffs. Top 10 consensus rankings. Who is Johnston? Teams are working on getting more clarity for their big boards or how everyone in the current class of prospects stacks up against each other, overall and across positions. He just needs a little more work on technique and run support. Robinson leaves Texas ranked No. Latu is a relentless and high-energy pass rusher with the potential to remain highly productive should he shake off injury issues and expand his repertoire. Wright makes the watchlist because of his massive frame and athleticism to match. That makes it a good time for another updated and expanded look at Sporting News' player rankings, diving deeper into Day 3 talent for April: MOCK DRAFT: SN's latest first-round projections for 2023. Kelly is what one might expect given his size, speed and aggressiveness profile. He gets around everywhere well and is also reliable in run support. Will Anderson Jr., EDGE, Alabama (6-4, 235 pounds) Anderson is a freakish combination of strength, power, quickness and explosiveness. Luke Musgrave, Oregon State (63)5. Mocks: Kiper | McShay | Miller | Reid I'm very interested in his measurables at the combine. Year: Redshirt senior | Age: 23 | Career starts: 26 Meet top names | Most polarizing He reads the field and leads his team with superior intangibles. Robinson has unique burst with the big-play ability to take any run the distance with enough speed, vision and determination. Wypler is a reliable athletic pass protector who needs to get stronger to hold up better as an NFL run blocker. He covers a lot of ground and is technically sound. Addison is a less-lanky DeVonta Smith. Anderson led the nation in tackles for loss and sacks last season as he was a clear 10.5 tackles for loss ahead of the next closest. The hamstring injury will be far in the rearview mirror come draft time, too. Who is Levis? Kentucky went 7-4, and while Levis' yards per attempt improved a bit (8.5, up from 8.0), he didn't really cut down on the interceptions that plagued his game the year before (10 picks after throwing 13 in 2021). Harrison is a physically impressive prospect with a great frame and wingspan to hold up well against NFL defensive linemen. The combine and his pro day workout will be Stroud's tentpole events in the pre-draft process. Phil Jurkovec, Grayson McCall, Jake Haener, and Kedon Slovis all have a chance to crash these rankings with great seasons. He has good pedigree as the grandson of Packers legend Bob Skoronski. O'Cyrus Torrence, Florida (15)4. Like some recent previous Trojans, his best role in the NFL at first might be as a dynamic slot. The 2023 NFL draft class is loaded with talent, from three exceptional quarterback prospects to potential generational defensive players to immediate impact After redshirting during his first season on campus (2019), he became a key starter the following year. From the college perspective, here are all the top position players. Witherspoon has gotten some extra buzz and rising as a perimeter defensive prospect because of how well his uses his size to make plays ton the ball in man coverage. He's also getting more attention how he can finish physically in run support. -- Miller. Young already officially graduated but will play in the Allstate Sugar Bowl against Kansas State on Saturday. He is relentless in his pursuit against the run and finishes with pop as a tackler. As we move through college football's bowl season and inch closer to the clock starting on Round 1, we asked draft analysts Jordan Reid and Matt Miller to introduce a few of the top prospects every NFL fan needs to know. 21 overall (QB4). 2022 stats: Porter had 25 tackles and 11 pass breakups this season. Sign up Porter has already announced that he will skip the Nittany Lions' matchup against Utah in the Rose Bowl and begin his preparations for the combine. If he can get a little stronger, he can turn into a reliable all-around blocker for a long time. Mustipher, Penn State. 15 overall (WR3). Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 310 pounds, Miller's current ranking: No. Hutchinson is a strong, productive good-hands route-runner who can work the big slot well in the NFL. For more: Top 10 S in the 2023 NFL Draft: JL Skinner starts the season as the superior safety prospect, 1) Harrison Mevis, K, Missouri2) Jake Moody, K, Michigan3) Noah Ruggles, K, Ohio State4) Jonah Dalmas, K, Boise State5) Daniel Gutierrez, K, UNLV, 1) Michael Turk, P, Oklahoma2) Tory Taylor, P, Iowa3) Adam Korsak, P, Rutgers4) Lucas Dean, P, UTSA5) Bryce Baringer, P, Michigan State, For more: Top 10 K/P in the 2023 NFL Draft: Harrison Mevis, Michael Turk kick-start the season as favorites, Jalen Carter Named Subject of Arrest Warrant After Fatal Crash That Killed Georgia Teammate, Seattle Seahawks 2023 NFL Draft Prospects To Target at the NFL Combine Include Brian Branch, Nolan Smith, 2023 NFL Draft Big Board: Top 25 Prospects Heading Into NFL Combine Include Jalen Carter, Brian Branch, and Bijan Robinson, Boston Colleges Jaiden Woodbey Is Less Tweener, More Swiss Army Knife, Jack Campbell, LB, Iowa | NFL Draft Scouting Report. 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