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2023 NFL Mock Draft: First Round Projections After Dolphins Lose Pick

By Jacob Schyvinck

Jan 1, 2022; Pasadena, CA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) runs in the second quarter against the Utah Utes during the 2022 Rose Bowl college football game at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2022; Pasadena, CA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) runs in the second quarter against the Utah Utes during the 2022 Rose Bowl college football game at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 18, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Gervon Dexter (9) against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Gervon Dexter (9) against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

29. Kansas City Chiefs: Blake Freeland, OT, BYU

The Kansas City Chiefs are looking good for another deep playoff run, even without Tyreek Hill. The receiver room feels deeper than in year’s past, and the defense should get a boost with their additions. The one real question is right tackle. Blake Freeland is a very good pass protector who mirrors rushers with great footwork and stopping power.

30. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Quentin Johnson, WR, TCU

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may not get Tom Brady back after 2022, but if they do, they’ll continue to build for the now. Another playmaker could make sense, and Quentin Johnson is an explosive playmaker who can win vertically and in the red zone. He could keep Chris Godwin in the slot and allow Brady to take more shots down the field.

31. Buffalo Bills: Gervon Dexter, DL, Florida

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2022 season as Super Bowl favorites, and they might’ve filled their most pressing need at CB2 by selecting Kaiir Elam. If they don’t get it done, getting a running mate for Ed Oliver is a good idea. In this 2023 NFL Mock Draft, they get a defensive tackle oozing with potential as a pass rusher in Gervon Dexter. He has the lateral quickness and power to attack gaps and dispose of offensive linemen, and refining his technique will only help his first round case.

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