2023 NFL Mock Draft: Texans double dip from Ohio State, Cowboys replace Dalton Schultz

2023 NFL Mock Draft: Texans double dip from Ohio State, Cowboys replace Dalton Schultz
2023 NFL Mock Draft: Texans double dip from Ohio State, Cowboys replace Dalton Schultz

Round 1 - Pick 1

Ohio State • Jr • 6'3" / 218 lbs

Projected Team
Houston
PROSPECT RNK
3rd
POSITION RNK
1st

The teams picking at the top need to change, just so mock drafts do not get stale over the next six months. It feels as though the top of the draft is going to include three quarterbacks in some order. Stroud is the best of all worlds right now when considering talent, size and age.

Round 1 - Pick 2

Alabama • Jr • 6'0" / 194 lbs

Projected Team
Washington
PROSPECT RNK
4th
POSITION RNK
2nd

Washington could be undergoing a change at more than quarterback if the season does not turn around. The good news is that Carson Wentz's contract does not carry any dead money beyond the current season, so the team can start over with a clean slate. Young would instill the type of leadership the Commanders have coveted.

Round 1 - Pick 3

Kentucky • Sr • 6'3" / 232 lbs

Projected Team
Seattle
PROSPECT RNK
5th
POSITION RNK
3rd

Rams offensive coordinator Liam Coen spent last season with Kentucky. He was on the same Los Angeles coaching staff with Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, so there is a free-flowing pipeline of information should the Pacific Northwest franchise be so inclined.

Round 1 - Pick 4

Alabama • Jr • 6'4" / 243 lbs

Projected Team
Carolina
PROSPECT RNK
1st
POSITION RNK
1st

I absolutely think Carolina would be in the quarterback market again if it was in a position to select one of the top options. The Panthers have zero financial obligation to Sam Darnold or Baker Mayfield beyond the current season, and the presence of Matt Corral is not going to stop them from taking one of the perceived top talents at the position.

Round 1 - Pick 5

Georgia • Jr • 6'3" / 300 lbs

Projected Team
Chicago
PROSPECT RNK
6th
POSITION RNK
1st

Could Chicago be in the market for a quarterback if the opportunity presents itself? A new regime has zero connection to Justin Fields, and his rookie contract would be entering Year 3. With the top three quarterbacks off the board, the Bears take best player available.

Round 1 - Pick 6

Clemson • Jr • 6'5" / 275 lbs

Projected Team
Atlanta
PROSPECT RNK
2nd
POSITION RNK
2nd

Grady Jarrett is still playing at an elite level, but he can not be a part of the long-term plans at 29 years old. The short-term future with Myles Murphy, who has the flexibility to play inside out depending upon the situation, rookie edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie and Jarrett could be exciting. Atlanta would be another team in the quarterback market if it finds itself in that position.

Round 1 - Pick 7

Ohio State • Jr • 6'6" / 310 lbs

Projected Team
Pittsburgh
PROSPECT RNK
23rd
POSITION RNK
3rd

I should be more creative and give Pittsburgh a linebacker here and there but, in consecutive years, the franchise has invested in a running back and a quarterback in Round 1. If they are not aggressive in upgrading the unit up front, the Steelers will look back on it with regret.

Round 1 - Pick 8

Penn State • Soph • 6'6" / 321 lbs

Projected Team
N.Y. Jets
PROSPECT RNK
POSITION RNK

New York's offensive tackle issues have played out in an unfortunate manner this year with Mekhi Becton going down with an injury. The Jets may have struck gold with rookie right tackle Max Mitchell, but the situation on the left side remains unsettled. Veterans Duane Brown and George Fant are also on injured reserve, but that is not a suitable long-term plan. Fashanu gives them more of that stability.

Round 1 - Pick 9

Georgia • Soph • 6'2" / 210 lbs

Projected Team
Detroit
PROSPECT RNK
8th
POSITION RNK
1st

Jeff Okudah's availability has afforded him the chance to grow after being sidelined last season. He looks improved, but Detroit either has two foundational players on the outside or Ringo is just an insurance policy for the Ohio State product.

Round 1 - Pick 10

Clemson • Soph • 6'5" / 305 lbs

Projected Team
New England
PROSPECT RNK
15th
POSITION RNK
2nd

Outside of Christian Barmore, New England's interior defensive line group is averaging about 30 years of age. Bill Belichick likes to be formidable at the point of attack, and teams are looking for quality interior defenders right now. The Patriots would have enviable young talent at that spot.

Round 1 - Pick 11

Northwestern • Jr • 6'4" / 315 lbs

Projected Team
N.Y. Giants
PROSPECT RNK
13th
POSITION RNK
1st

The jury is still out on Daniel Jones, but there may not be an upgrade available if the Giants are picking this far down the order. Skoronski has five-positional flexibility, but New York is set on the edge with Andrew Thomas and Evan Neal. Skoronski could stretch that enthusiasm to the interior group.

Round 1 - Pick 12

Oregon • Soph • 6'2" / 201 lbs

Gonzalez has great length. They have veterans James Bradberry and Darius Slay on the boundary, but Bradberry is on a one-year deal. As the Saints find themselves in a position to potentially invest further into Jalen Hurts and Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, difficult financial decisions have to be made. Gonzalez could provide an escape route.

Round 1 - Pick 13

Clemson • Jr • 6'3" / 240 lbs

Projected Team
Las Vegas
PROSPECT RNK
7th
POSITION RNK
1st

Some view Simpson as a hybrid talent, but I view him as a linebacker capable of providing the occasional pressure and dropping into coverage. He is a well-rounded player who often finds himself around the football, and Las Vegas needs to get better up the middle.

Round 1 - Pick 14

LSU • Jr • 6'0" / 205 lbs

Projected Team
Indianapolis
PROSPECT RNK
10th
POSITION RNK
1st

Indianapolis has a lot of height at wide receiver, but it could use an off-speed pitch like Boutte, who is capable of making plays after the catch. He would bring another dimension to that room as the Colts continue trying to solve the quarterback position long-term.

Round 1 - Pick 15

Ohio State • Jr • 6'1" / 200 lbs

Projected Team
Houston
PROSPECT RNK
11th
POSITION RNK
2nd

After selecting C.J. Stroud early in the first round, Houston brings in his teammate to provide him with some immediate comfort and compatibility. The Texans would have a good trio with Nico Collins, Brandin Cooks and Smith-Njigba.

Round 1 - Pick 16

Alabama • Jr • 6'2" / 190 lbs

Projected Team
Tennessee
PROSPECT RNK
22nd
POSITION RNK
4th

At times, I think I have overthought Ricks much in the same way I did Derek Stingley Jr. for a period of time. He was productive at such a young age in college football's premier conference. With everything that played out in Baton Rouge, perhaps he deserves the benefit of the doubt for how this played out there. He is a talent who teams will have trouble ignoring.

Round 1 - Pick 17

Texas A&M • Jr • 6'3" / 195 lbs

Projected Team
Jacksonville
PROSPECT RNK
9th
POSITION RNK
1st

Johnson would compliment Andre Cisco well in that secondary. Jacksonville clearly has some exciting pieces on defense with Josh Allen, Travon Walker and Devin Lloyd. There is something to be said for supporting Trevor Lawrence, but best player available leads the AFC South franchise back to defense.

Round 1 - Pick 18

Kansas State • Jr • 6'4" / 255 lbs

Projected Team
Arizona
PROSPECT RNK
21st
POSITION RNK
3rd

Chandler Jones is gone and J.J. Watt is in the final year of his contract. Arizona is going to need to upgrade its pass rush, and Anudike-Uzomah is the best option available.

Round 1 - Pick 19

Oregon • Soph • 6'2" / 253 lbs

Projected Team
Seattle
PROSPECT RNK
17th
POSITION RNK
2nd

Seattle has a lot of pieces in play with defensive rookies Boye Mafe, Tariq Woolen and Coby Bryant. If the Seahawks can find some foundational talent on that side of the ball, with Sewell now in the mix, then it is a tip of the cap to general manager John Schneider.

Round 1 - Pick 21

Notre Dame • Jr • 6'4" / 265 lbs

Projected Team
Dallas
PROSPECT RNK
12th
POSITION RNK
1st

Dallas has Dalton Schultz playing on a franchise tag, and his play may have the team doubting a long-term extension. Mayer gives the Cowboys what they want from the position in terms of blocking and receiving while being a more cost-effective option moving forward.

Round 1 - Pick 22

Georgia • Soph • 6'4" / 310 lbs

Projected Team
Cincinnati
PROSPECT RNK
POSITION RNK

Cincinnati can not do too much to solidify its offensive line. The tackle play has been disappointing this season, so if the selection of Jones means moving on from La'El Collins or moving Jonah Williams inside, then so be it.

Round 1 - Pick 23

South Carolina • Jr • 6'0" / 188 lbs

Projected Team
Minnesota
PROSPECT RNK
14th
POSITION RNK
2nd

Minnesota has taken a lot of chances at cornerback, but it has not paid off thus far. The Vikings cannot be afraid to return to the well at such an important position. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah comes from Cleveland, where the Browns have two first-round picks (Denzel Ward and Greg Newsome), one second-round pick (Greedy Williams) and one third-round pick (Martin Emerson) at cornerback.

Round 1 - Pick 24

Maryland • Sr • 6'6" / 320 lbs

Los Angeles has used first-round selections on Rashawn Slater and Zion Johnson in back-to-back years, but the offensive line is a concern in the wake of Slater's injury. Duncan could pop over to the right side and really have that unit looking strong long-term. It gives the Chargers options in the event of injury.

Round 1 - Pick 25

Texas • Jr • 6'0" / 220 lbs

Projected Team
Miami
PROSPECT RNK
16th
POSITION RNK
1st

Miami has invested in firepower over the past calendar year and a half, bringing in Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hill. Robinson is a well-rounded talent who would provide the Dolphins with a feature back in that horizontal offensive scheme.

Round 1 - Pick 26

Florida • Soph • 6'4" / 232 lbs

Projected Team
Detroit
PROSPECT RNK
POSITION RNK

Richardson does just enough to hang around for another week. The NFL is not known for allowing time to develop, particularly among first-round quarterback selections, so it may be in his best interest to return to Gainesville. Detroit could not pass up on the chance to add a traits-y signal-caller with the second of two first-round choices.

Round 1 - Pick 27

TCU • Jr • 6'4" / 215 lbs

Projected Team
Baltimore
PROSPECT RNK
46th
POSITION RNK
6th

Baltimore adds some length to the fold in support of Lamar Jackson. Mark Andrews, J.K. Dobbins, Rashod Bateman and Johnston is a nice collection of skill talent for that Ravens offense.

Round 1 - Pick 28

North Carolina • Jr • 5'10" / 175 lbs

Projected Team
Green Bay
PROSPECT RNK
29th
POSITION RNK
3rd

Green Bay has brought in some size and reliability with Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs. The Packers toss a little spice in the pot with Downs, who is pay-per-view post-catch.

Round 1 - Pick 29

Notre Dame • Jr • 6'5" / 265 lbs

Projected Team
Tampa Bay
PROSPECT RNK
25th
POSITION RNK
5th

I have not seen enough from Foskey to justify his place in the first round just yet, but the NFL is buying all stock in size and speed. The Notre Dame edge rusher checks all of those boxes.

Round 1 - Pick 30

USC • Jr • 6'0" / 175 lbs

Projected Team
Kansas City
PROSPECT RNK
38th
POSITION

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