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2023 NFL Mock Draft: Raiders Trade Up To No. 1, Lions Move Back

By Jacob Schyvinck

Sep 3, 2022; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) against the Utah Utes prior to the game at Steve Spurrier-Florida Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2022; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) against the Utah Utes prior to the game at Steve Spurrier-Florida Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 2, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Utah Utes tight end Dalton Kincaid (86) before playing against the Southern California Trojans in the PAC-12 Football Championship at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 2, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Utah Utes tight end Dalton Kincaid (86) before playing against the Southern California Trojans in the PAC-12 Football Championship at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

25. Jacksonville Jaguars: Dalton Kincaid, TE, Utah

There’s a chance that the Jacksonville Jaguars lose Evan Engram to free agency this offseason, which opens up room to improve around Trevor Lawrence. Dalton Kincaid has rare quicks at the tight end position and could quickly replace that production. His upside in the league could rival a certain guy in Kansas City.

26. New York Giants: Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee

The Giants will be on the search for a WR1 this offseason, and may need to trade up to get a top guy in this draft. Here, they settle for the speedster out of Tennessee in Jalin Hyatt. Hyatt has the explosiveness to get behind the defense no matter the coverage, and maintains play speed on 45-degree breaks. He’s got an impressive catch radius for his size as well.

27. Dallas Cowboys: Trenton Simpson, LB, Clemson

The Dallas Cowboys could use a receiver opposite CeeDee Lamb, but it doesn’t happen in the first round of this 2023 NFL Mock Draft. Instead, they shore up the front seven, adding a stud linebacker in Trenton Simpson. Simpson is a physical downhill player who can be a block deconstructor and succeed in coverage.

28. Buffalo Bills: O’Cyrus Torrence, OL, Florida

It’s enticing to take Bijan Robinson for this offense, but it’ll have to wait. The Bills need to get better in the trenches. O’Cyrus Torrence can be a quality starting guard right away to help Josh Allen feel safer operating in the pocket. Torrence is a brick house who’s extremely hard to move.

29. Cincinnati Bengals: Keion White, EDGE, Georgia Tech

The Bengals draft a rising star in this 2023 NFL Mock Draft. They could get better at corner, but they look to the future on the edge. Keion White packs a ton of explosiveness and disruption with his first step and functional change of direction skills. He’s powerful enough to set an edge but has the moves to get to the quarterback.

30. New Orleans Saints: B.J. Ojulari, EDGE, LSU

The New Orleans Saints could again get aggressive in the draft, but in this 2023 NFL Mock Draft, they settle for a BPA selection at 30. B.J. Ojulari stays in Louisiana in this scenario, and his array of rush moves, bend, and quick twitch could create pressure at a high rate in the NFL.

31. Kansas City Chiefs: Anton Harrison, OT, Oklahoma

It could be a tough evening for Patrick Mahomes in the Super Bowl, mostly because of the tackle position. Orlando Brown and Andrew Wylie surrender too much pressure for a starting bookend. Anton Harrison has the skill set to come in and immediately lock down left tackle.

32. Philadelphia Eagles: Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas

Well, what a gift for the potential Super Bowl Champions. Bijan Robinson falls into their lap at 32, and his ability to force missed tackles with contact balance and creativity in space would create an even bigger juggernaut on the offensive side of the football.

**BONUS**

33: Pittsburgh Steelers: John Michael Schmitz, C, Minnesota

Since only 31 picks occurred above, why not an extra? Pittsburgh could really patch the offensive line perfectly by adding John Michael Schmitz at center. A great zone fit with the ability to hold his own with a strong anchor in pass pro, Schmitz could ignite the run game and help protect Kenny Pickett.

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