2023 NFL Mock Draft: Four quarterbacks taken in the top five as a result of Panthers trade up with Bears

After trading up to No. 1 overall, Carolina has its choice of quarterbacks. Fans may disagree but it would not be wise to rule out Kentucky's Will Levis. They are said to be considering a few quarterbacks and happen to like Levis. He fits the profile of a Frank Reich quarterback. However, they opt to go with the perceived safer option in C.J. Stroud.

Houston is locked into the No. 2 overall selection unless Carolina truly decides to trade back, which seems unlikely. In that offense, the team will value good decision-making, accuracy and mobility. Bryce Young is the right player to lead the future of that franchise.

After losing Chandler Jones and J.J. Watt over the past calendar year, Arizona begins reconstructing its defensive front with an eye toward potentially adding an edge rusher later. Teams that need a quarterback will now be calling the Cardinals to move up ahead of Indianapolis.

Will Levis threw well in Lucas Oil Stadium and now has the opportunity to continue impressing in the Colts' home building.

It would be difficult for Seattle to bypass Will Anderson Jr. considering their issues rushing the passer but quarterback is a more valuable position. Geno Smith's contract extension allows Anthony Richardson to be brought along at his own pace.

Detroit has to be viewed as one of the winners in this draft class if Will Anderson Jr. were to somehow fall to them at No. 6 overall.

Las Vegas missed on a top quarterback prospect and the offensive linemen may not warrant a selection this early. Christian Gonzalez is a player with the potential to warrant the use of a top-10 selection.

Tyree Wilson is a lengthy, quick twitch athlete who has immense potential as a pass rusher. He is not as polished as Will Anderson Jr. but his ceiling is higher. The Falcons have a young quality duo rushing the passer with Arnold Ebiketie and Wilson.

After trading out of No. 1 overall, Chicago moves back and addresses the front seven. Lukas Van Ness is a player built on power but he showed off his athleticism at the NFL Combine.

Cornerback Darius Slay has requested a trade from Philadelphia and James Bradberry is due to become a free agent. Devon Witherspoon absorbs some of that potential loss. He is a physical, fiery boundary cornerback that should endear himself to the Philadelphia community.

Tennessee needed a right tackle and and now it needs a left tackle after moving on from Taylor Lewan. Peter Skoronski fills one side of the line.

Quentin Johnston is a big, fast target for new quarterback Bryce Young. Johnston had some monster games in his final season with the Horned Frogs but needs to find consistency on the next level.

Broderick Jones is a young player who takes over the left tackle role that Mekhi Becton has left vacant for the better part of three years.

New England could be in a position to lose both starting offensive tackles this offseason so the selection of Paris Johnson Jr. is a way to combat that possibility.

It sounds as though Aaron Rodgers' career in Green Bay is coming to an end. While Rodgers was able to do more with less, Jordan Love needs a full complement of pass-catching weapons at his disposal. Dalton Kincaid is a fluid moving tight end capable of eluding defenders post-catch.

The offensive tackle run is essentially over so Washington addresses another primary position of need. Joey Porter Jr. significantly upgrades the outlook at that position for the Commanders.

To keep with the theme, Pittsburgh snags a cornerback off the board. The Steelers also need offensive tackle help but a run on the position has already occurred.

It was wise for Detroit to snag a cornerback early because it may not get a chance to land one of the top options based on this scenario. The Lions were still able to land two very talented players on their defense.

Cam Smith is a volatile prospect among talent evaluators, but I hold him in high regard. If Tampa Bay allows one or both of Sean Murphy-Bunting and Jamel Dean to leave in free agency, then Smith steps right in to play immediately.

Seattle has locked in its quarterback for a few more years but Tyler Lockett is not going to be around forever. The Seahawks bring in a polished route-runner to operate underneath as DK Metcalf clears out defenders over the top.

For a third consecutive year, Los Angeles addresses its offensive line in the first round. If all three pan out, then the Chargers could be faced with difficult cap choices down the line.

Baltimore is a team that appreciates a good deal and Bijan Robinson is the best value on the board. Ravens running backs have been unable to stay healthy and Robinson offers a bit of consistency to the role.

Adam Thielen will turn 33 years old this upcoming season so Minnesota would be wise to plan a passing of the torch. Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison could be a sensational duo for quite some time.

Mission accomplished for Bryan Bresee in Indianapolis. He tested the way many thought him capable. If he plays up to his potential, then Jacksonville has built a formidable front with Travon Walker, Josh Allen and now Bresee.

It is now known that Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley are returning next season -- so what is one selection that would benefit both? Offensive line. O'Cyrus Torrence is physical at the point of attack and has been coached by former Giants offensive line coach Rob Sale for the past year.

Dalton Schultz has played out the franchise tag and is now scheduled to become a free agent next week. Mike McCarthy's comments about wanting a more explosive, high-scoring offense leads me to believe he probably wants to grind out games with his run game. Adding a tight end capable of serving as an extra blocker on the boundary while also impacting the pass game is an easy addition.

Brian Branch had a pretty modest workout in Indianapolis but that is just his style as a player. He is not flashy, but he is well prepared, instinctive. Branch is a home run replacement for Jordan Poyer.

A third tight end comes off the board as the Bengals add Darnell Washington. Washington is a complement in the run game while also serving as a massive chain mover downfield.

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