A way too early full first round 2023 NFL Mock Draft

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 05: Jaylen Waddle #17 of the Miami Dolphins looks on during the game against the New York Giants at Hard Rock Stadium on December 05, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 05: Jaylen Waddle #17 of the Miami Dolphins looks on during the game against the New York Giants at Hard Rock Stadium on December 05, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images) /
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OL. CooperBeebe. 25. player. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. Kansas State. 46

After losing some pieces on that offensive line this past offseason, Indianapolis will look to gain back some beef. Beebe did not allow a sack over 367 pass-blocking snaps at left tackle, and also has played with the flexibility of moving to right guard. Would be a nice addition to block for Jonathan Taylor.

123. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. Oregon. NoahSewell. 26. LB. player

Yes, the younger brother of Penei, at 6’3 250 Sewell is a tank. He is great in the run game, needs some work in coverage, but has proven to be a steady tackler. All Dallas is looking for, is someone who can run stuff and stay out of Micah’s way. This is a perfect fit.

56. Scouting Report. DB. 27. Texas A&M. AntonioJohnson. player. Pick Analysis

Johnson would be a slam dunk for the Bengals this late in the draft. At 6’3 200 I think Johnson could be a big piece in the future outside for Cincinnati, as he does very well limiting big plays and being a sure tackler.

It shows in his stats, as he did not allow a pass over 20 yards last season, and he has proven he can be a factor in the run game which never hurts. Johnson would help big time overtop.

DB. Alabama. EliRicks. 28. 50. player. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis

Ricks’ biggest concern is going to be off-the-field issues, which now that he has transferred to Alabama, I think should be handled much better. He was dominant in his freshman season at LSU, however, he has not shown up in the biggest way since then.

I think Ricks and Jeff Okudah could make an extremely dangerous and ball-hawking duo in Detroit for a team that is seemingly on the rise.

Alabama. 29. player. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. 49. S. JordanBattle

This guy is legit. As a little bit of an older guy, and playing strong safety, he can be a beast over the top. However, I think Battle is so smart and has been under Saban for so long now, that he plays the role of a coach on the field. While playing that centerfield role at safety, he is extremely effective in seeing plays develop and lays the boom.

Scouting Report. 30. 124. Pick Analysis. DL. Florida. GervonDexter. player

Well, it seems that the Chiefs need someone to pair with Chris Jones, and Gervon Dexter is a monster who will eat space with the best of them. He is great in the run game, and he can push down on a lot of guards and allow the edge rusher to swing in behind for some easy plays. If the Chiefs can figure out this defense they will be back in greatness soon.

Pick Analysis. DJUiagalelei. 31. player. Scouting Report. QB. Clemson. 48

After what was an extremely disappointing season for Uiagalelei, he will bounce back in a big way this season. He has some experience around him, and there is no more pressure to follow Trevor Lawrence. With the size and ability he has shown, he will know to get to eventually follow in the GOAT’s shoes and show Florida football what he is all about.

He will be much better served with the supporting cast around him, and he will have a real chance to succeed following the offensive line that Tom Brady will leave behind.

player. 16. Pick Analysis. DB. Missouri. KrisAbrams-Draine. 32. Scouting Report

A converted WR to DB, Abrams-Draine possesses a lot of mobility and agility, matched with his knowledge of WR concepts and he became a hit in Missouri. He still has some work to do as a prospect, especially physically where he needs to look to beef up quite a bit, but it is a pick that allows him to be mentored by Tre White, a premier corner in this league.